CONTENTS
ITEM PAGE
1.0 INTRODUCTION …………………………………………………….
2
2.0 WARNINGS ………………………………………………………… 2
3.0 PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION ………………………………………….
3
3.1 HIGH VOLTAGE PULSER/TUBEHEAD …….……………… 3
3.2 BASE ……………………………………………………………..
3
3.3 CONTROL MODULE ………………………………………….
3
3.4 BATTERY PACK …………………………………………….
4
3.5 BATTERY CHARGER ………………………………………….
4
4.0 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ……………………………………..
4
4.1 OPERATING PRECAUTIONS ………………………………… 4
4.2 OPERATING PROCEDURES ………...………………………… 4
4.3 PULSE SETTINGS .…..………….……………………………… 6
4.4 DUTY CYCLE ……….…………………………………………..
6
5.0 SOFTWARE …………………………………………………………… 6
6.0 MAINTENANCE .…………………...……………………………….
8
6.1 X-RAY DOSE MEASUREMENT ……………………………… 8
6.2 TUBE REPLACEMENT ………………………………………….
8
7.0 TROUBLE-SHOOTING …………………………………………….
8
7.1 INSTRUCTIONS FOR REPAIR ………………………………...
9
7.2 BATTERY DISPOSAL ………………………………………….
9
8.0 WARRANTY ………………………………………………………...
9
9.0 SPECIFICATIONS …………………………………………………...
10
9.1 PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS ……………………………………..
10
9.2 X-RAY OUTPUT ……………………………………………….
10
9.3 ELECTRICAL & THERMAL CHARACTERISTICS …...……….
10
9.4 X-RAY LEAKAGE ...…………………………………………..
10
X-RAY LEAKAGE SHEET …….………………………………………… 11
XR200 PARTS DIAGRAM ……………………………………………….
12
XR200 PARTS AND ACCESSORIES ……………………………………...
13
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
The XR200 produces high levels of radiation and must be operated by qualified personnel who must read the Warning and Operations section of the manual before operating the device.
The XR200 is a lightweight x-ray generator that operates on its own removable battery pack. The XR200 is a pulsed x-ray device that produces x-ray pulses of very short duration
(60 nanoseconds). It produces a relatively low dose rate comparable to a 1 mA constant potential machine. The energy produced by the XR200 is up to 150 KVP, which makes it possible to penetrate up to .4 inches (1 cm) of steel.
The XR200 comes with 2 battery packs, 2 keys, 1 battery charger, 1 tripod adapter, 1 remote operating cable, and a carrying case.
2.0 WARNINGS
2.1 The XR200 is an industrial type x-ray generator that produces hazardous radiation when energized.
2.2 It is unlawful to use this equipment to intentionally expose humans or to use it for medical radiography.
2.3 The XR200 is subject to state regulation and registration. Contact your state
board of health before operating this equipment.
2.4 The operator must be properly trained to safely operate the XR200 X-ray unit.
2.5 Unauthorized personnel should not have access to the XR200.
2.6 Develop and closely follow a safe operating system for using the XR200.
2.6.1 The safe operating system must ensure that no one is exposed to radiation above the permissible limits as established by your local regulatory agency.
2.6.2 The safe operating system must ensure the XR200 is used within federal and state guidelines.
2.7 All operators and users of the XR200 must wear a personal radiation monitoring device, such as a TLD (thermoluminescent dosimeter), film badge, or a pocket dosimeter, consistent with the appropriate federal, state, territorial, or provincial standards (note: an electronic dosimeter will not detect the XR200 radiation pulses).
2.7.1 Due to the short pulse width of the XR200, survey meters of the Geiger-
Mueller and scintillator type do not accurately detect the radiation emitted
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from the x-ray source. Survey meters should be of the ionization gage type and should
be used in the integration mode.
2.7.2 Survey meters must not be used in the rate mode because the XR200 does not produce constant radiation. The XR200 produces very high rates of radiation for very short periods of time resulting in either unrealistically high readings or no readings for a survey meter in rate mode.
2.8 The XR200 has no explosion proof rating and should not be used in an explosive atmosphere. The Spark Gap is vented to the air and could be a source of ignition.
3.0 PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION
3.1 HIGH VOLTAGE PULSER/TUBEHEAD. The front half of the XR200 consists of a
4-inch diameter canister that is rounded at its end.
3.1.1 The canister contains the high voltage generator and the x-ray tube.
3.1.2 A radiation-warning label is located on each side of the canister.
3.1.3 A beam angle label located on the front of the canister indicates the direction and angle the x-ray beam leaves the XR200.
3.2 BASE. The base of the XR200 accomodates the threaded tripod mount. Using the tripod mount release button, the XR200 can be quickly and easily mounted on any standard photographic tripod.
3.2.1 A label identifying the model, manufacturer, and serial number is located on the bottom of the XR200 base.
3.3 CONTROL MODULE/REMOTE CONNECTOR. The control module contains the following indicators and switches.
3.3.1 Green LED: Illuminates when the battery voltage is applied to the control module. (Power on)
3.3.2 Red LED: Blinks when the XR200 is in delay mode and is about to pulse.
Stays on continuously when the XR200 is pulsing.
3.3.3 Liquid Crystal Display (LCD): Shows the number of counts selected unless the unit is in delay mode. In delay mode, the LCD displays the number of seconds remaining until the XR200 begins pulsing.
3.3.4 Switches: The key switch for the XR200 is located on top of the control module. Two push button switches just below the LCD are used to select the number
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of counts. A switch in front of the control module puts the XR200 in delay mode (60 or 15 seconds).
3.3.5 Connector: Connector for the remote cable is located on the back of the control module.
3.4 BATTERY PACK. The battery is a DeWalt
14.4 volt nickel-cadmium battery. To attach the battery simply insert it into the back of the control module.
3.4.1 To completely remove power from the XR200 the battery must be removed.
3.4.2 The battery pack loses 1% charge per day when not in use. To keep the
XR200 ready for operation the battery should be charged at least once a month.
3.5 BATTERY CHARGER. The battery charger is a DeWalt
charger for 14.4 volt batteries.
3.5.1 To charge battery, insert the battery in the charger and the battery automatically begins charging.
3.5.2 The red light flashes when the battery is charging.
3.5.3 The red light stays on constantly when the battery is completely charged.
4.0 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
4.1 OPERATING PRECAUTIONS
4.1.1 The operator should always stand at least 10 feet behind the X-ray unit while it is pulsing. All other personnel should stand at least 50 feet behind the X-ray unit while it is in use.
4.1.2 Closely follow all procedures in the safe operating system.
4.2 OPERATING PROCEDURES (when used with Polaroid® film systems)
4.2.1 Attach fully charged battery pack to XR200.
4.2.2 If using a remote cable, plug cable into XR200.
4.2.3 Place cassette holding the negative as close as possible behind the object to be x-rayed. Make sure silver side of the cassette faces the object.
4.2.4 Place the XR200 2-4 feet in front of the object with the front of the XR200 pointing directly at the object and cassette.
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4.2.5 Insert key into key switch located on top of the XR200.
4.2.6 Turn on the XR200 by turning the key clockwise 1/4 turn.
4.2.7 Select the desired number of pulses by the unit's counter and the tens counter just below the LCD. (See chart for approximate pulse settings.)
Option A - Remote cable option
4.2.8A Retreat behind the XR200 the length of the cable.
4.2.9A Clear area of personnel referring to established safe operating procedures.
4.2.10A Fire the XR200 by depressing the button on the remote cable.
-The red light turns on and stays on until the XR200 stops pulsing.
-The XR200 will stop pulsing when the pulse count reaches “00”.
-The operator may stop the pulsing immediately by releasing the button on
the remote cable (the unit will display original pulse count).
4.2.10A Check the XR200 to see that original pulse count is on LCD.
4.2.11A Turn off the key switch.
Option B - Delay mode option.
4.2.8B Clear area of personnel referring to established safe operating procedures.
4.2.9B Push the delay button and the red light starts to blink.
-The LCD starts at 59 seconds.
-If the operator holds the button down for 1.5 seconds the unit goes to 15
second delay.
-The red light continues to blink and the XR200 beeps until it begins to pulse.
4.2.10B Retreat at least 20 feet behind the XR200.
4.2.11B The red light stays on and the XR200 makes a snapping sound while it is pulsing.
4.2.12B Check the XR200 to see that the original pulse count is on the LCD.
4.2.13B Turn off the key switch.
4.3 SUGGESTED PULSE SETTINGS
The chart below lists approximate counts necessary to penetrate various materials when used with Polaroid® film and a rarex regular intensifying screen. The counts are
APPROXIMATE because all XR200 units vary depending on tube output and other
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factors. The settings are based on a distance of 24 inches between the front of the XR200 and the front of the film cassette.
MATERIAL
Envelope
Cardboard box
Light wood container
Heavy wood container
Plastic box
Light metal container
Steel Pipe
XR200 PULSE SETTINGS
1-2
2-3
2-4
5-6
4-6
9-14
30-50
When using Polaroid
positive film: If the radiograph is too dark, the film is underdeveloped. If the radiograph is too light or washed out, the film is overexposed.
4.4 DUTY CYCLE WARNING. Up to 200 pulses may be used without resting the
XR200. After every 200 pulses, the operator should allow a rest period of 4 minutes.
The XR200 is a light duty machine. It is not made to pulse continuously.
5.0 SOFTWARE
5.1 The software program that controls the microcontroller can be identified by turning the key switch on while both push button switches below the LCD are depressed. The LCD displays the software version “42”. If the operator continues to hold both push button switches down after “42” is displayed the LCD will display the total number of pulses on the unit. The number displayed in the right column of the LCD represents 10,000 pulses. The number in the left column represents 100,000 pulses. A reading of “07” indicates are between 70,000 and 80,000 pulses on the XR200.
5.2 The operator can change the control module defaults for use with film or video imaging systems by changing the position of the software mode selector switch. The selector switch is accessed by removing the cover on the rear of the XR200. Using a
T-10 Torx driver, remove the five screws and carefully pull the cover out until you feel resistance. The selector switch is located in the upper left-hand corner (Fig. 1).
5.2.1 In the A position, the XR200 will default to "00" on the LCD when the key is turned on. This position is best for use with film systems.
5.2.2 In the B position, the XR200 will default to "99" on the LCD when the key is turned on. This position is best for use with video imaging systems.
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FUSE
SOFTWARE MODE
SELECTOR SWITCH
Figure
1
B A
F 1
J 1
J 3
J 5
5.3 The software program in the control module is capable of indicating two conditions:
5.3.1 The first condition is detected if there are more than .33 seconds between two consecutive pulses.
5.3.1.1 The XR200 continues the current pulse train to “00”.
5.3.1.2 After the XR200 stops pulsing, the LCD will go back to the original pulse setting, but the left and right digits will blink alternately.
5.3.1.3 The condition indicates a low battery.
5.3.1.4 The XR200 will be inoperable until the key switch is turned off and on, or the battery is replaced.
5.3.2 The second condition is detected if there is more than 1 second between two consecutive pulses.
5.3.2.1 The XR200 stops pulsing immediately and the LCD displays “00”.
5.3.2.2 This function prevents XR200 from pulsing continuously if there is a failure in detecting circuitry.
5.3.2.3 This condition may indicate a low battery, electrical noise, or failure in detecting circuitry.
5.3.2.4 The operator may need to replace the battery pack, turn key switch off and on, or send the XR200 back for repair.
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6.0 MAINTENANCE
6.1 X-RAY DOSE MEASUREMENT. Using a dosimeter, the average X-ray dose for each new tube can be established.
6.1.1 With the dosimeter located 1 foot from the front of the case and in line with the center of the beam angle label, the reading for 10 counts should be 31 mR+/- 5 mR.
6.1.2 Figure 2 on page 13 illustrates the X-ray dose and maximum allowable
radiation leakage levels for each X-ray unit.
6.1.3 The leakage and dose of the tube should be measured every 30,000 pulses or
every 2 years.
6.2 TUBE REPLACEMENT. The X-ray tube may be replaced in the field by closely following the procedures listed below.
6.2.1 Unscrew the collimator from the front of the XR200.
6.2.2 Using your fingers or needle nose pliers remove the tube from the tube cavity.
6.2.3 Lift the new tube by the metal part of the tube. Do not touch the glass portion of
the tube because dirt and oils from your hand may contaminate the tube.
6.2.4 Insert the new tube in the tube cavity - glass end first.
6.2.5 Screw the collimator back onto the front of the XR200.
7.0 TROUBLESHOOTING
SYMPTOM
No "power on" light
X-ray "ON" lights, but
X-ray does not fire
Black picture, but X-ray
operating correctly
TEST
-Check battery voltage
-Check connection
-Check battery voltage
-Check fuse (Fig. 1)
ACTION
-Charge/replace battery
-Make sure battery is
attached securely
-Charge/replace battery
-Replace fuse
-Check if paper envelope
removed from negative
-Remove envelope from
film
-In dark place, fire X-ray at -Return for tube
opened cassette. Greenish replacement if no green
light will show on cassette light
screen.
Oil leaking from unit -Return for repair
LCD displays “00” after -Turn key switch off and on -If problem occurs often
unit fires return for repair
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7.1 INSTRUCTIONS FOR REPAIR
7.1.1 When returning a unit for repair, include a brief description of problem incurred along with contact name, telephone number, and return address.
7.1.2 Remove battery before shipping the unit. Battery may be returned in same package with XR200.
7.1.3 Be sure the unit is securely packaged for shipment.
7.1.4 Return address: Golden Engineering, Inc., 6364 Means Road, Centerville,
IN 47330 U.S.A.
7.2 INSTRUCTIONS FOR BATTERY DISPOSAL
7.2.1 Users disposing of old battery packs should follow all federal, state, and local laws for disposal of nickel-cadmium batteries.
7.2.2 Users may send their old battery packs to Golden Engineering for disposal.
8.0 WARRANTY
Certification of Warranty
XR200 Serial Number __________
Battery Charger Serial Number
150P Processor Serial Number
__________
__________
4”x5” Cassette/Developer Serial Number __________
Date Delivered _____/_____/_____
Unit Warranty
Golden Engineering, Inc. warrants THE INSPECTOR
X-ray Source Model XR200 made and sold by Golden Engineering or its authorized representatives to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of shipment to the end user. To make a claim under this limited warranty, customer must ship the entire unit (or the component believed to be defective) to Golden Engineering, post-paid.
Golden Engineering, Inc. assumes no liability for units or components shipped until they are actually in the custody of Golden Engineering, Inc. Provided Golden Engineering, Inc.
in its sole discretion, is satisfied that the defect is not the result of abuse, misuse, accident, modification or improper disassembly or repair, Golden Engineering, Inc. will repair or replace the defective component(s) at its own expense. Golden Engineering, Inc. reserves the right to use reconditioned and remanufactured components that meet original specifications. The unit or component will be return shipped to customer at customer's expense. THIS EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES AND GUARANTEES, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED OR
CREATED BY OPERATION OF LAW.
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9.0 SPECIFICATIONS
9.1 PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS INCLUDING BATTERY PACK:
Length..........12.5 in. (31.75 cm)
Width........... 4.5 in. (11.5 cm )
Height...........7.5 in. (19 cm)
Weight......... 12 lbs. ( 5.5 Kg )
9.2 X-RAY OUTPUT.
X-ray dose per pulse…………………… 3.1 milliroentgens at 12 inches from the front of the unit, +/- 0.5 mR.
Number of pulses per exposure............… 1 to 99.
Number of pulses per battery charge. .....
4000.
Number of pulses per second................… 25 (nominal).
Expected tube life of XR200....................
100,000 pulses
X-ray source size.................................….
1/8 in. (3 mm)
Maximum photon energy.........................
150 KVP.
X-ray pulse width...............................….
60 nanoseconds. (.00000006 seconds)
9.3 ELECTRICAL AND THERMAL CHARACTERISTICS.
Battery Voltage..........................…. 14.4 volts.
Battery Type.................................... Nickel Cadmium
Battery recharge time...................... 1 hour.
Battery Charger............................... DeWalt
14.4 volt 1 hour charger.
Temperature range.......................… -10 to 120 degrees F (-23 to 50 degrees C)
Maximum duty cycle...................... 200 pulses every 4 minutes (3000 pulses per hr)
Warm-up......................................... None required.
9.4 X-RAY LEAKAGE
X-ray leakage ..................................10 mR per 100 pulses maximum on the side of the unit, 3 inches from the center of the unit. 3 mR per 100 pulses 2 inches behind the unit.
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30cm
13cm
B
D
6cm
A
6cm
C
X-RAY LEAKAGE TEST
XR200
PROBE #PULSES RADIATION RADIATION
MEASURED ALLOWED
A
B
C
D
E
F
10
10
10
10
10
10
26min 36max
.400 MAX
.400 MAX
.100 MAX
.100 MAX
.100 MAX
*
Radiation units in milliroentgens
Radiation Probe: Radcal #20X6-6
F
E
DATE TESTED: ________________
SERIAL #: ________________
MEASURED BY: ________________
GOLDEN ENGINEERING, INC.
(765)855-3493
FAX: (765)855-3492
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HANDLE
BEAM
ANGLE
LABEL
DELAY
BUTTON
KEYSWITCH
LCD
POWER ON
LIGHT
PUSH
BUTTONS
PULSE
INDICATOR
LIGHT
BATTERY
COLLIMATOR
TUBEHEAD
BASE
TRIPOD MOUNT
RELEASE BUTTON
RADIATION
WARNING
LABEL
CONTROL
MODULE
REMOTE CABLE
CONNECTOR
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XR200 PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
ITEM PART #
Tube …………………………………………………………… 2001300
Remote cable …………………………………………………..
2006050
Tripod mount ………………………………………………….
2008010
Collimator ……………………………………………………...
2002075
Carrying case …………………………………………………..
1630
Key …………………………………………………………….
A126
Battery ………………………………………………………… DW9091
Battery charger ………………………………………………...
DW9106
………………………………………………… DW9107
220V battery charger …………………………………………..
DE9107
15 minute charger ……………………………………………...
DW9115
Bogen tripod …………………………………………………..
3031
Tripod bag for 3031 …………………………………………… 3280
Bogen tripod (broader range of elevation) …………………….
3035
Tripod bag for 3035 …………………………………………… 3281
4"x5" cassette/developer ……………………………………… 4800
8"x10" manual processor ……………………………………… 150P
Carrying case for 150P ………………………………………...
1620
8"x10" Polaroid
cassette with regular screen ………………..
85-7
8"x10" Polaroid
cassette with fine screen …………………...
85-6
8"x10" Polaroid
110V processor …………………………….
85-12
8"x10" Polaroid
220V processor …………………………….
85-22
8"x10" Polaroid
loading tray ………………………………..
81-9
Carrying case for 85-12 or 85-22 ……………………………… 1610
Polaroid
4"x5" type 553 film ………………………………..
608730
Polaroid
8"x10" TPX film …………………………………..
604783
Polaroid
8"x10" 803 film ……………………………………. 609656
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