Articles for "Power issues" Tag

Vatech’s manufacturer requirement is that all pre-installation site checks must be done prior to any Vatech device installs, during any anual inspection or troublehsooting/repair to ensure proper power requirements are met and maintained.  The following is a brief overview of the power requirements that MUST be checked and resolved prior...

During an active power outages, brown out, low amperage/voltage occurrence please power down the equipment and safely remove the patient from the device. Do not operate the device until after the power condition has passed, and all power is restored to normal operation. It is advised that you unplug the device from the power outlet until the condit...

Can I use a "UPS" Battery backup to protect my X-ray device?No - Vatech does not recommend using a "UPS" or known as Battery backup on your X-ray machine. These devices are run off battery and typically can not keep up with the power demand; typically when used will cause a long tone or beeping sound during capturing which indic...

The most common mistake is the emergency stop switch, locate the emergency stop switch located typically under the "Handle frame" this is the part of the arm that sticks out for patient to hold onto and supports the chin rest.Rotate the switch in the direction indicated by the arrows; if engaged typically it will be lite up 'red' ...