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EPS High-Voltage Generator

PRODUCT SPECIFICATION

RAD/Fluoro Configuration

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HISTORY
Date Rev. Description
01 May 2008 G0 Initial Release
May 2012 G1 New Touchscreen Operator Console
New Auxiliary Power Supplies P/N 10023.004
Multi-Energy Option
23 Sept. 2014 G2 Handswitch option P/N 10018.004 (New connector RJ12)
Increased Duty Cycle P/N 10005.005 (With baffle board and thermistors)
Relay board Updated (P/N 9932.02)
New Fluoro mode (HPPF +, P/N 10012.000)
Compliance Information Updated
02 July 2019 G3 European Authorized Representative added
Options updated (Section 1.3)
New regulatory requirements and standard references (Section 3)
Specifications are subject to change without notice

EMD’s High Voltage Generators are protected by one or more claims of EMD’s United States Patent Number
7,936,544, 6,738,275, 6,967,559 and 7,375,993 and EMD's European Patent 1 102 388 B1. Additional EMD patent
applications pertinent to the product are pending.

Manufacturer:

CE:
0413
EMD Technologies MDSS GmbH Intertek Semko AB
400 du Parc, Schiffgraben 41 Torshamnsgatan 43, Box 1103
Saint-Eustache, (Quebec) 30175 Hannover, SE-164 22 Kista,
Canada, J7R 0A1 Germany Sweden

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 INTRODUCTION TO EPSILON HIGH-VOLTAGE GENERATOR ............................................................................. 4

1.1 Epsilon Platform & Configuration ..........................................................................................................................................4
1.2 Epsilon Main Features ...............................................................................................................................................................6
1.3 Options ........................................................................................................................................................................................8
1.3.1 Operator Console P/N 9777.102 (& Handswitch 10018.004).................................................................................8
1.3.2 Epsilon Cabinet P/N 10017.005 ................................................................................................................................ 11
1.3.3 Two-Tube Option ......................................................................................................................................................... 11
1.3.4 High Performance Radiography P/N 10010.000 .................................................................................................... 12
1.3.5 High Performance Pulsed Fluoroscopy P/N 10012.000 ....................................................................................... 12
1.3.6 High Power Fluoroscopy P/N 10011.000 ................................................................................................................ 14
1.3.7 High Frame Rate............................................................................................................................................................ 14
1.3.8 Multi-Zoom Function .................................................................................................................................................. 14
1.3.9 Biplane Configuration .................................................................................................................................................. 15
1.3.10 Multi-Energy – Stepping .............................................................................................................................................. 16
1.3.11 Multi-Energy – Real-Time ........................................................................................................................................... 16
1.3.12 Auxiliary Power Supplies ............................................................................................................................................. 17
1.3.13 Cable Discharge Unit P/N 10027.003 ....................................................................................................................... 17
1.3.14 DAP Interface P/N 10028.000................................................................................................................................... 18
1.3.15 Relay Board P/N 9932.02............................................................................................................................................ 18
1.3.16 Increased Duty Cycle P/N 10005.007 ....................................................................................................................... 19
1.3.17 Power Distribution Unit (PDU) ................................................................................................................................. 19
1.3.18 Universal Chambers Interface Board P/N 11002.000............................................................................................ 20
2 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................................................................................. 20
2.1 Electrical Requirements.......................................................................................................................................................... 20
2.1.1 Electrical Line Requirements ...................................................................................................................................... 20
2.1.2 Power Ratings ................................................................................................................................................................ 21
2.2 Maximum Power Output ....................................................................................................................................................... 23
2.3 Tube Loading ........................................................................................................................................................................... 24
2.3.1 Loading Factors ............................................................................................................................................................. 24
2.3.2 Loading Accuracy and Repeatability .......................................................................................................................... 25
2.4 RAD Exposure Modes ........................................................................................................................................................... 26
2.5 Fluoro Specifications .............................................................................................................................................................. 28
2.5.1 Fluoro Boards ................................................................................................................................................................ 28
2.5.2 Standard Specifications................................................................................................................................................. 29
2.5.3 Maximum Fluoro Entrance Exposure Rate ............................................................................................................. 30
2.5.4 Surface Dose Tracking ................................................................................................................................................. 30
2.5.5 ABS Regulation.............................................................................................................................................................. 31
2.6 X-Ray Tube .............................................................................................................................................................................. 31
2.6.1 X-Ray Tube Interface ................................................................................................................................................... 31
2.6.2 Focal Spot / Anode Speed .......................................................................................................................................... 32
2.7 Generator I/Os Basic Specifications ................................................................................................................................... 33
2.7.1 Programmable Inputs ................................................................................................................................................... 33
2.7.2 Open Collector Outputs .............................................................................................................................................. 33
2.7.3 Cable Requirements ...................................................................................................................................................... 33
2.8 Environmental Specification ................................................................................................................................................. 34
2.9 Mechanical Data ...................................................................................................................................................................... 35
3 COMPLIANCE INFORMATION ............................................................................................................................................ 37

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1 INTRODUCTION TO EPSILON HIGH-VOLTAGE GENERATOR

The EpsilonTM High-Voltage generator is an Advanced High Frequency X-ray Generator designed with a unique
power inverter technology and modular conception. The Generator is remarkable for its kV flatness output, an
unequalled kV rise time and for its solid dielectric high-voltage unit (no oil).

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Figure 1 – Typical kV Waveform.

1.1 Epsilon Platform & Configuration

As more power or custom features are needed, they are simply added using plug-in modules quickly inserted to
the generator's main core. The latter consists of an electronic controller driving an encapsulated (oil-free) high-
voltage unit. The generator comes in different configurations, best suited to conventional RAD/Fluoro and to
the latest digital procedures. Features and options are summed up in Table 1 and described later in the text.

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Table 1- Main Configurations of EPS RAD/Fluoro High-Voltage Generator

RAD FLUORO RAD/FLUORO
Conf.
kW
(1/2) AEC HPR Cont. HPF PF HPPF HPPF+ 2-T (1) ME Cb Hs

EPS 45 S – S O S O O O O O O 45

EPS 50 S – S O S O O O O O O 50

EPS 55 S – S O S O O O O O O 55

EPS 65 S – S O S O O O O O O 65

EPS 70 S – S O S O O O O O O 70

EPS 80 S O S O S O O O O O O 80
S = Standard O = Option
I

HPR : High Performance Radiography HPPF : High Performance Pulsed Fluoro ME : Multi-Energy

PF : Pulsed Fluoro (Standard) HPPF+: HPPF with Fluoro mA up to 160/ 280 Cb : Cabinet

HPF : High Power Fluoro (Cont.) 2-T : 2-Tube Option Hs : Handswitch

Rotor AEC/ABS Interface

Conf. APS Relay SPD DAP
Controller Ion (2) S.S. Ion PhD PMT M.Z.
(2/2)
Low/Dual O O Yes O Choose 1 of 2 O O O

APS : Auxiliary Power Supplies PhD : Photodiode S.S. Ion : Solid State Ion Chambers
Relay: Relay board (8 progr. relays) PMT : Photomultiplier tube SPD : Source to Patient Dose Compensation
Ion : Ion chamber MZ : Multi-Zoom option DAP : Dose Area Product

(1) The second tube option provides Fluoro capability on X-ray tube number 1 only.
(2) Two ion chambers are supported on all Epsilon generators.

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1.2 Epsilon Main Features

1. Extremely sharp kV waveform, with rise and fall times unparalleled in the industry, resulting in superior
image quality and reduced soft radiation.

2. 380/480 VAC Universal Line Voltage Input, allowing automatic worldwide installation.

3. Solid dielectric high-voltage encapsulation.

4. Self-diagnostic methods, using redundant circuits.

5. Epsilon PC Tools configuration/diagnostic program:

- Configuration files for easy & quick set-up of generator.
- Boot loader for software update, diagnostic mode,
- Tube and generator statistics.
- HTML log with a thorough context-sensitive event descriptor.
- Second language module.

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Figure 2 – Epsilon PC Tools Program.

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6. Automatic X-ray tube calibration module (Figure 3, left) with X-ray tube emission curves viewer (Figure 3,
right) for backup and export.

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Figure 3 – Epsilon Tube Calibration module and tube calibration display

7. PC serial connectivity (RS-232/CAN/USB) providing full flexibility for customer control.

8. Expansion motherboard for simplified customization through optional boards.

9. External Control Panel (CON2): A Customer can develop his own operator console (external controller, also
referred to as CON2) to communicate with the generator through a bidirectional serial link using a protocol
proprietary of EMD Technologies. With CON2, the generator is capable of performing multi-energy
exposure mode not otherwise possible with a regular EMD’s operator console (CON1). Both CON2 and
CON1 can coexist on a given Epsilon network.
If a customer develops his own console, that console shall allow the operator to operate the device safely and
in complete respect of the regulatory laws in force in the country of installation. IEC 60878-5339 and/or IEC
60878-5909 symbols, presenting physiological side effects of X-rays, shall be displayed on the console.
Accompanying documents of the product shall inform that the generator can be operated by trained personnel
only. If the product is used in USA or in Canada, a warning text shall appear on the console with the mention
that the use of the product by unauthorized individuals is prohibited.

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1.3 Options
1.3.1 Operator Console P/N 9777.102 (& Handswitch 10018.004)

The Epsilon RF Operator Console (Figures 4, 5) provides simple control of the EPS High-Voltage generator. It
manages 6 configurable workstations with 4 patient sizes for more than 2000 APR exams.

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Figure 4 – Epsilon Operator Console RAD/Fluoro Layout.

The console includes three (3) 7-segment parameter displays and adjustment keys to quickly set up an exam.
Exposure can be launched from the console or from an optional handswitch. The console also displays in a graphic
screen a built-in service mode for quick diagnostic and system status feedback.

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Operator Console Keys

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1. Power Off 10. Ion Chamber’s Film-screen Selection
2. Power On 11. mA/mAs Exposure Mode
3. RAD Switch 12. Ion Chamber’s Fields Selection
4. PREP Switch 13. AEC Mode On/Off
5. Fluoro Alarm Reset 14. Parameters / Selection
6. Fluoro Reset 15. Graphic Screen Selection keys
7. Fault Reset 16. RAD/Fluoro Mode Display
8. Special Functions 17. AEC Density Correction
9. Workstation keys 18. Patient Size
Operator Console Status Indicators E. mA/mAs Display
-
A. Tube Selection F. Time Units Display
B. Focal Spot Selection G. AEC Density Bar Graph
C. System Limits H. Exposure PREP Indicator
D. Interlock Fault I. X-ray On Indicator
Operator Console Screen Displays
i. kV Display; ii. mA/mAs Display; iii. Exposure Time Display; iv. Graphic Screen Display

Figure 5 – Epsilon Operator Console (description of Figure 4).

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Figure 6 – Graphic screen on the operator console.

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Table 2- Operator Console Audible Alarm

Alarm conditions Tone

X-ray Emission Continuous tone (1/4 second minimum).

80 % of maximum run length elapsed Pulsed tone (2 beeps per second)

Anode H.U. over 80% Pulsed tone (2 beeps per second)

Pulsed tone: Low Fluoro=> 1 beep/2 seconds

Fluoro-On
High Fluoro => 1 beep/second

•
Continuous tone; can be shut off by operator at
5-minute Fluoro elapsed the operator console or by using a digital input to
the generator.

System Fault, Error 4 consecutive beeps

Handswitch P/N 10018.004

An optional X-ray Hand-Switch (Figure 7) provides the Epsilon operator console with a hand held push-button
switch that can be extended 3.8 m (8 feet) from the operator console.
The handswitch does not allow Fluoro activation.

N° Qt Description

Handswitch/ cable/
1 1
connector

Handswitch console
2 1
holder

Handswitch console
3 1
bracket

4 1 Protective cover

5 1 Screw PHMS

6 2 Spacer

7 2 Screw SEMS

8 2 Nut Klock

Figure 7 – Handswitch Option installed on the Epsilon operator console.

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1.3.2 Epsilon Cabinet P/N 10017.005

This cabinet option (Figure 8) offers mechanical and electrical enclosure to the generator using high quality
aluminum panels easily assembled. The cabinet hides out the mains cable entry and affords two passageway
configurations for the High-Voltage cables.

1.3.3 Two-Tube Option

The 2-Tube option provides a standalone X-ray tube switch and the necessary hardware & software to drive two
different X-ray tubes from a single generator. Each tube is assigned to dedicated workstations, with Fluoro
capability performed on Tube n° 1 only. Commutation time to switch tube is about 5 seconds.

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EPS Generator Cabinet Two-Tube Option Cabinet

Figure 8 – Epsilon cabinet for EPS Generator (left) and 2-tube option (right).

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1.3.4 High Performance Radiography P/N 10010.000

Available on EPS 80 configuration only. High Performance Radiography option extends the irradiation time from
10 seconds to 63 seconds and the current by time product from 1000 mAs to 12,500 mAs.

Notes :

1. Exposures done in HPR (more than 10s or more than 1000 mAs) are possible in 3-point exposure
mode only. Exposures longer than 10 s are limited to 42 kW.
2. In this mode, all exposures are conditional to the limitations of the tube manufacturer specifications.

1.3.5 High Performance Pulsed Fluoroscopy P/N 10012.000

The High Performance Pulsed Fluoroscopy (HPPF) configuration provides the EPS High-Voltage generator with
advanced performance in interventional Fluoroscopy. The configuration comes win three (3) different options (see
Table 3 next page for details):

i./ HPPF;
ii/ HPPF (+);
iii/ E-HPPF (Extended HPPF)

The first two options provide Image Enhancement mode with a programmable enhancement factor.
The E-HPPF delivers up to 280 mA for heavy Fluoro exploration.

On High Performance Pulsed Fluoro configuration, the EPS High-Voltage generator must be equipped with:

• 1 Fluoro board P/N 9822.01 or P/N 11030.001

• 1 Increased Duty Cycle Assembly P/N 10005.007, including air duct board and fans

• 6 Inverter boards P/N 11390.000.

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Table 3- High Performance Pulsed Fluoro Modes

Normal High Performance Pulsed Fluoroscopy
Pulsed Fluoro Basic HPPF (1) HPPF (+) (1, 2) E-HPPF (3)

Min. mA 16 mA 5 mA 5 mA 5 mA

Max. mA 80 mA 80 mA 160 mA 280 mA (4)

Max. mAs/pulse (5) 0.8 mAs 1.33 mAs 1.46 mAs 2.66 mAs

Max. kW/pulse 10 kW 10 kW 11 kW 20 kW

Max. Fluoro Run Time 10 minutes 10 minutes 10 minutes 20 seconds

Distinct Fluoro Levels 2 2 2 1

Image Enhancement N/A 100-400% 100-400% N/A

Max. Pulse Rate 30 p/s Up to 90 p/s, as per configuration 15 p/s (6)

Max. Duty cycle 30% 50% 50% 50%

Target Pulse Width 5.0 ms 4-10 ms 4-10 ms 4-10 ms

Number of Inverters Minimum 3 6 6 6

Cable Discharge (7) Option Option Option Option

Increased Duty Cycle

Optional Included Included Included
with Air Duct Board

Notes.
1. High Performance Pulsed Fluoroscopy: Pulsed Fluoro with a
programmable Image Enhancement Mode that provides a better signal-
to-noise ratio. This mode allows to deliver a constant average mAs at lower Typical I.E. Setup
Fluoro speeds. p/s mAs Factor
30 x 1 (100%)
2. HPPF (+); Interventional Pulsed Fluoroscopy mode with Fluoro mA up
to 160 mA. 15 x 2 (200%)

3. E-HPPF. Interventional Pulsed Fluoroscopy mode with Fluoro mA up 10 x 3 (300%)

to 280 mA for 20 seconds with 50% long-term duty cycle. Requires a 7.5 x 4 (400%)
dedicated Fluoro pedal.

4. E-HHPF done on large filament only. 6. Suggested value (set up in service mode).

5. Calculated for 30pps Fluoro operation 7. Refer to section 1.3.13.

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1.3.6 High Power Fluoroscopy P/N 10011.000

High Power Fluoroscopy option extends the range of Continuous Fluoro at up to 140 kV and 20 mA.

Table 4- High Power Continuous Fluoro Loading Factors

kV range 40 to 140 kV, in one-kV steps, with programmable kV range
mA range 0.2 to 20.0 mA
0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.7 0.8 0.9 1.0 1.1 1.3 1.4
Manual Fluoro
1.6 1.8 2.0 2.2 2.5 2.8 3.2 3.6 4.0 4.5 5.0 5.6
mA stations
6.3 7.1 8.0 9.0 10.0 11.0 12.5 14.0 16.0 18.0 20.0

1.3.7 High Frame Rate

Typically dedicated for high grade special procedures, this option allows image acquisition at up to 90 pulses per
second in RAD and Fluoro.

1.3.8 Multi-Zoom Function

For imaging systems using a multi-field image intensifier only. This option allows up to four (4) different AEC and
ABS adjustment per workstation and for Fluoro.

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1.3.9 Biplane Configuration

The Biplane configuration (Figure 9) consists of two Epsilon High-Voltage Generators enclosed in one EPS cabinet
assembly, each generator being connected to a distinct x-ray tube. Both planes operated from a single operator console
attached to the master plane.

The biplane configuration allows to make synchronized exposures on the two planes simultaneously, or on any single
planes individually, master and slave.

SLAVE PLANE

The slave plane (or Plane 2) is installed on top

of the master plane. Communication with plane
1 is assured by a CAN serial cable installed
between both planes.

MASTER PLANE

The master generator is installed at the bottom

section, near the floor level. This plane (Plane 1)
is the one that receives the operator console, on
the controller.

Figure 9 – Biplane configuration

EPS SYS 80R Biplane Configuration, shown
with cabinet front doors removed, for clarity.

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1.3.10 Multi-Energy – Stepping

This option allows an external controller to vary the tube loading factors during the exposure run, in-between
exposures. The external controller must communicate with the generator through the use of a serial protocol
(CANBUS or RS-232) proprietary to EMD Technologies Incorporated. Exposure parameters are pre-determined
before beginning the run. All step changes are controlled via an external trigger and a CON2 serial protocol.

1.3.11 Multi-Energy – Real-Time

This option allows an external controller to vary the tube loading factors during the exposure run, in-between
exposures. The external controller must communicate with the generator through the use of a serial protocol
(CANBUS or RS-232) proprietary to EMD Technologies Incorporated. Exposure parameters vary live during the
run.

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Figure 10 – Typical Multi-Energy Exposures.

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1.3.12 Auxiliary Power Supplies

The following four (4) options (P/N 11028.xxx) provide additional supplies for room interfacing. Note that with
the first three (3) auxiliary power supplies, it is mandatory that the generator be supplied with 400Y/230VAC
mains. The fourth option is available with 400-480 VAC mains.

Medical Grade Power Supply 150 VA Power Transformer

Option Mains
24VDC-2.7A 24VAC-150VA
P/N 11028.000 ✓ ✓
400Y/230VAC
P/N 11028.001 ✓ --
(+ Neutral)
P/N 11028.004 -- ✓
P/N 11028.005 ✓ ✓ 400-480 VAC

1.3.13 Cable Discharge Unit P/N 10027.003

The Cable Discharge Unit option (with C.D. Increased Duty Cycle) (Figure 11) eliminates the slow cable
discharging time characteristic of high kV- low mA exposures. The device acts as an electronic crowbar mechanism
that allows multiple exposures at precise exposure times using rapid rise and fall times along a broad spectrum of
tube mA, on standard (no grid) x-ray tubes.

This feature dramatically improves the quality of images acquired from cineradiography, digital subtraction
angiography, digital radiography and Pulsed Fluoro.

Typical Pulse in Cine @ 30 1/s

100 kV, 32 mA, 12.5 ms

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Figure 11 – Cable Discharge Unit (a) and typical waveforms (b).

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1.3.14 DAP Interface P/N 10028.000

DIGITAL

The DAP Interface option allows interfacing a VACU DAP measurement device a HIGH LEVEL
C
on the generator to display, on the Epsilon Operator Console, the radiation level
a patient is exposed to in radiological exams.
a t 15 P/5

ANODE
1
C
Display of instantaneous DAP on the console’s graphic screen a H.U. = 11%
11.57
mGy* m2
C
a NEXT
C

1.3.15 Relay Board P/N 9932.02

This board provides eight programmable relays that can be used to control x-ray room lines as a function of the
generator status (Figure 12).

J2

(a) KlA

Kl
Prgr. Out Kl

–– : Common contact;
–– : Normally open contact ;
–– : Normally close contact
- K1-K4 : GROUP I
==========
K5-K8 : GROUP II
ISOLATION BARRIER

!I Relay board P/N 9932.02

(b)
APPLICATION NOTE:
Relays are divided in two groups; Assign each voltage type to
a specific group. Do not mix AC and DC voltage switching
on the same relay group. For example, use group I relays to
commute line-voltage level signals and group II relays to
c) commute low-voltage signals.

(a) Relay board mounted on its Assembly Plate; SPDT Relays ratings:
(b) 12-Position Terminal Block (28-12 AWG). 10 A @ up to 250 VAC;
10 A @ up to 30 VDC.
(c) K1-K8 Relays Programmable output mode of operation.

Figure 12 – Relay board option

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1.3.16 Increased Duty Cycle P/N 10005.007

The Increased Duty Cycle option (Figure 13) for EPS Generators enhances the workload and patient throughput
by using built-in thermostatic cooling fans and better air flow management.

This option improves the Inverter board temperature management during high duty cycle applications such as
High Performance Pulsed Fluoroscopy. It consists of two thermostatic fans pitching a constant air flow through
an air duct board equipped with six (6) thermistors.

6 Inverter boards

Air Duct Board with

6 thermistors

Thermostatic
Fans (2) inside
Generator case

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Figure 13 – Generator with Increased Duty Cycle installed.

1.3.17 Power Distribution Unit (PDU)

A custom power distribution unit (PDU) can be provided as per customer requirements and ancillaries.
Contact EMD Technologies Incorporated for specific requirements.

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1.3.18 Universal Chambers Interface Board P/N 11002.000

Consists of a plug-in board and the necessary software to perform AEC exposures on up to 3 different solid
state AEC chambers. This board includes also an additional interface for a standard ion chamber.

2 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

2.1 Electrical Requirements

2.1.1 Electrical Line Requirements

Overvoltage Category II – The generator is intended to be used in “Overvoltage Category II” locations where
the mains transient voltage would not be higher than 2500 Vpeak.

Three-phase Mains – The generator requires a three-phase electrical line with a protective earth ground (PE) and
an optional neutral (N) wire (4 or 5 wires). Standard line regulation from no load to full load will provide full power
output, at maximum kV.

3 Phase DELTA,
balanced earth or floating
3 Phase WYE

X-ray
..___ _ _ _ L2 \ ~-;t:~lation ) installation
---------- L3
i - - - - - - - - - - (N)
-I ~ - - - - - L2
- - - - - - - - - - - -4, ----------- L3
-----------½

Figure 14 –Types of Line Configuration.

Typical Wire Size –

Maximum acceptable wire size : 0 AWG (50 mm2)
Minimum wire size (*) : 4 AWG (20 mm2)
Grounding wire size (*) : 8 AWG (8 mm2)
(*) Typical values as per the National Electrical Code.

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2.1.2 Power Ratings

Table 5- Power Ratings and Electric Line Requirements

Mains Voltage NOMINAL ELECTRIC POWER (4)
Over-current
VAC ± 10% Epsilon
Releases I Short Term I I Long Term (5) I
50/60 Hz Configuration
(A) (2)
(3 Phases) (1) (A)(3) (KVA) (A) (KVA)
EPS 45R 80 95 58
EPS 50R 100 105 68
EPS 55R 100 115 73
380 0.6/4.0/xx 0.4/3.0/xx
EPS 65R 100 135 85
EPS 70R 100 145 90
EPS 80R 100 165 105
EPS 45RF 80 85 58
EPS 50RF 100 102 68
EPS 55RF 100 109 73
EPS 65RF 100 124 85
400 0.6/4.0/6.3 0.4/3.0/4.4
EPS 70RF 100 132 90
EPS 80RF 100 150 102
EPS 90RF 100 170 118
EPS 100RF 100 200 141
EPS 45RF 80 72 60
EPS 50RF 100 85 70
EPS 55RF 100 92 76
EPS 65RF 100 105 88
480 0.8/4.0/6.3 0.7/3.0/5.3
EPS 70RF 100 112 93
EPS 80RF 100 125 105
EPS 90RF 100 145 120
EPS 100RF 100 165 138

-Notes
(1) Automatic mains selection (no transformer tap configuration required). Automatic kW derating when mains
voltage drops below -12% The system integrator or installer shall be responsible for providing an adequate
means of disconnect from mains supply. Thermal breaker recommended.
(2) The system integrator or installer shall be responsible to provide an adequate over-current release. The values
indicated in this table are suggested figures: the selected overcurrent release should have current rating versus
time curve characteristics higher than the values specified.
The means of disconnect must be located within the reach of the operator/service.
(3) Nominal line current values evaluated with a Mains apparent resistance of supply mains of 0.16 Ω.
(4) Add 4A to current ratings and 3kVA to kVA rating when the Auxiliary Power Supply option is installed.
(5) Values based on [Standby/Ready state/ Fluoro] mode.

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Table 6- Mains Apparent Resistance

Mains Voltage Epsilon Maximum Mains Apparent
VAC ± 10% (3 Phases) Configuration Resistance
EPS 45R 0.20
EPS 50R 0.15

380 Volts EPS 55R 0.15

(50/60 Hz) EPS 65R 0.15
EPS 70R 0.12
EPS 80R 0.10
EPS 45RF 0.22

EPS 50RF 0.17

EPS 55RF 0.17

400 Volts EPS 65RF 0.17

(50/60 Hz)
EPS 70RF 0.17

EPS 80RF 0.11

EPS 90RF 0.11

EPS 100RF 0.09

EPS 45RF 0.32
EPS 50RF 0.24
EPS 55RF 0.22

480 Volts EPS 65RF 0.16

(50/60 Hz) EPS 70RF 0.16
EPS 80RF 0.16
EPS 90RF 0.16
EPS 100RF 0.11

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2.2 Maximum Power Output

The maximum power output depends upon the power configuration (option chip) and the number of Inverters.
The generator with High Power Pulsed Fluoro comes with the maximum of six (6) Inverters (and IDC option, see
§ 1.3.16).

Table 7- Combination of x-ray tube Voltage (kV) & Current (mA) for maximum power (kW)(1)
Tube Current (mA) 200 250 320 400 500 630 800 1000

Nominal kV 150 150 150 150 150 127 113 100

EPS 100
kW 30 37 48 60 75 80 90.4 100
(6 Inverters)

Nominal kV 150 150 150 150 150 127 112 90

EPS 90
kW 30 37 48 60 75 80 89.6 90
Nominal kV 150 150 150 150 150 127 100 80
EPS 80
kW 30 37 48 60 75 80
Nominal kV 150 150 150 150 140 111 87
(5 Inverters)

EPS 70
kW 30 37 48 60 70
Nominal kV 150 150 150 150 130 103 81
EPS 65
kW 30 37 48 60 65
Nominal kV 150 150 150 137 110 87
(4 Inverters)

EPS 55
kW 30 37 48 55
Nominal kV 150 150 150 125 100 79
EPS 50
kW 30 37 48 50

EPS 45 Nominal kV 150 150 140 112 90

(3 Inverters) kW 30 37 45

(1) Nominal electric power outputs (in kW) are given for 100-ms tube loading time.

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2.3 Tube Loading

2.3.1 Loading Factors

Table 8- Loading Factors as per EPS Generator Configurations

EPS Generator Configurations
X-ray Factor
45-kW 50/55-kW 65/70-kW 80/100-kW
kV 40 – 150 40 – 150 40 – 150 40 – 150

1-kV steps; X-ray tube voltages according to available electrical power (Table 7).

mA 10 – 500 10 – 630 10 – 800 10 – 1000

____________ 25% increment steps (up to 21 stations) _______________

10 12.5 16 20 25 32 40 50 63 80
100 125 160 200 250 320 400 500 630 800 1000.

mAs (*) 0.4 – 630 0.4 – 1000 0.4 – 1000 0.4 – 1000

______________ 25% increment steps (35 stations) _________________

0.4 0.5 0.63 0.8 1.0 1.25 1.6 2.0 2.5 3.2
4.0 5.0 6.3 8.0 10 12.5 16 20 25 32
40 50 63 80 100 125 160 200 250 320
400 500 630 800 1000.
(*) Total mAs/exposure in single exposure mode. In AEC exposure, the mAs
is limited to 600.

Time (s) 0.001 – 10 0.001 – 10 0.001 – 10 0.001 – 10

___________ 25% increment steps (41 stations, below in ms) ______________

1.0 1.25 1.6 2.0 2.5 3.2 4.0 5.0 6.3 8.0
10 12.5 16 20 25 32 40 50 63 80
100 125 160 200 250 320 400 500 630 800
1000 1250 1600 2000 2500 3200 4000 5000 6300 8000 10000.

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2.3.2 Loading Accuracy and Repeatability

Table 9- Accuracy and Repeatability Specifications (1)

Conditions
X-ray Factor Accuracy Repeatability
kV mA mAs Time
kV(2) ± (5% + 2 kV) ± (1% + 0.25 kV) Any Any Any > 5 ms
mA ± (5% + 0.5 mA) ± (2.5% + 0.5 mA) Any Any Any > 40 ms
mAs ± (5% + 0.2 mAs) ± (2.5% + 0.2 mAs) Any Any Any > 5 ms
Irradiation time(3) ± (5% + 0.2 ms) ± (1% + 0.2 ms) Any Any Any Any

Notes:
1. Accuracy specifications were measured as per IEC 60601-2-54 requirements.

2. kV ripple as per IEC 60601-2-54 requirements.

3. Irradiation time measured as the time interval between the instant high voltage rises above 75%
of its set value and the instant it falls below the same value

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2.4 RAD Exposure Modes

The generator provides single and serial tube loading with manual and AEC-controlled irradiation time.

Table 10- Available Tube Loading modes

Exposure Mode Description

Single One tube loading for a distinct switch actuation.

Multiple exposures (2 to 8) with a single press and hold of the PREP pedal and multiple press-
Division mode
release cycles of the RAD pedal.
Multiple Repeated tube loadings for a distinct Prep switch actuation. Number of exposures depends
upon the product of frame rate and run length factors. For example, a run done @ 30 f/s
with a run length of 10 seconds will result in a maximum of 300 exposures.
Frame rate 7 frame rates available, programmable in service mode up to 30 f/s, with 0.05 f/s increments.
Operative frame rate selected by operator, APR or digital signals.
Run length Maximum total duration of repeated tube loadings allowed by the generator for a distinct
exposure switch actuation:
1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 30, 40, 50 and 60 seconds.

Note: Both operative frame rate and run length factors impact on the allowed tube kW load. The generator ensures
the x-ray tube operating parameters are within safe limits.

Technique Description
3-Point Loads the tube at specific kV, mA and irradiation time factors.

2-Point Loads the tube at specific kV and mAs factors.

AEC mode Loads the tube …

In AEC-mA @ specific kV & mA factors and adjustable backup time (for a given kV);
In AEC-mAs @ specific kV & backup mAs factors
AEC-Zero Point @ automatic kV (as a function of Fluoro kV) & adjustable backup mAs factor.
AEC-Lock Mode First exposure performed in normal AEC mode and the rest of the sequence at a fixed mAs
value obtained from and equal to the first frame. The mode is actuated by a digital input.

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AEC MODE SPECIFICATIONS

The nominal shortest irradiation time for AEC exposure is 5 ms, at all x-ray tube current and x-ray tube voltage
combinations.
Maximum mAs: 600 mAs

Optical density adjustment

Six clinically significant optical density corrections are provided with the AEC mode, varying from the standardized
optical density N= 1 (Figure 16).

Optical density correction (Ion chamber)

0.57 0.69 0.83 1 1.2 1.45 1.75

-3 -2 -1 Normal +1 +2 +3

75 % 82 % 90 % 100 % 110 % 121 % 133 %

Optical density correction (PM tube or photodiode)

Figure 15 –Useful range of optical densities in AEC mode.

Ionization Chamber Interfaces

Two ion chambers are supported on the standard generator.
• Three independent user-selectable fields (left, middle, right).

Ion Chamber Fields Film/Screen correction tables

• Three film-screen correction tables: Compensation for density relating to film-screen kV curve
characteristics. Compensation ranges from – 80 % up to + 130 % of phototiming level for 12 stations
between 42 kV and 133 kV.

• Other ion chamber interfaces are optional (Table 11). More AEC sensors can be interfaced, depending
on the generator configuration.

Table 11- Optional Additional Ion Chamber Interfaces

Expansion boards Number/Type of AEC Chamber
Photodiode Ion Chamber Fluoro board P/N 11030.001 2 conventional ion chambers
Universal Chambers Interface Board P/N 11002.001 1 conventional ion chamber
3 solid state chambers

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Photomultiplier tube interface

This option requires the PM tube board P/N 9822.01. The generator provides the PM tube gain circuit adjustment
using a high voltage bias supply from about -200 V to about -950 V.

Photodiode interface
This option requires the Photodiode Ion Chamber board P/N 11030.001. One BNC type connector is used for
ABS/AEC feedback input from the photodiode device.

2.5 Fluoro Specifications

2.5.1 Fluoro Boards

The EPS RF High-Voltage Generator requires one of two available boards to interface Fluoro (Figure 16). The
Fluoro board is selected as a function of the room ABS device and is installed in the Expansion Basket.

0
0

.,,,

0
0

Photodiode Ion Chamber

Fluoro PMT Board
Fluoro Board P/N 11030.001
P/N 9822.01

Figure 16 – Selection of Fluoro board as per room ABS device.

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2.5.2 Standard Specifications

Table 12- Continuous Fluoro Loading Factors

kV range 40 to 125 kV, in one-kV steps, with programmable kV range
mA range 0.2 to 12.5 mA
0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.7 0.8 0.9 1.0 1.1 1.3
Manual Fluoro
1.4 1.6 1.8 2.0 2.2 2.5 2.8 3.2 3.6 4.0 4.5
mA stations
5.0 5.6 6.3 7.1 8.0 9.0 10.0 11.0 12.5 mA

Table 13- Pulsed Fluoro Loading Factors

kV range 40 to 125 kV, in one-kV steps, with programmable kV range
mA range 16 to 80 mA peak
Pulse rate 7 pulse rates available, from 0.25 to 30 p/s (0.25 p/s increments);

Minimum mAs 0.08 mAs /pulse @ 40 kV station; 0.25 mAs/pulse @ 125 kV

Maximum mAs Adjustable up to 5.0 mAs/pulse as a function of the maximum pulse rate operation
Up to 0.80 mAs per pulse @ 30 p/s maximum
Up to 1.6 mAs per pulse @ 15 p/s maximum
Up to 3.2 mAs per pulse @ 7.5 p/s maximum
Up to 4.8 mAs per pulse @ 5.0 p/s maximum
For 30 p/s maximum pulse rate operation:
mA 16 18 20 22 25 28 32 36 40 44 50 56 64 72 80
ms 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0-10
mAs 0.08 0.09 0.10 0.11 .125 0.14 0.16 0.18 0.20 0.22 0.25 0.28 0.32 0.36 .4 -.8

FOCAL SPOT Continuous Fluoro : Small filament (large filament if small filament opens);
Pulsed Fluoro : Small or large filament, depending of Fluoro configuration.

TIMER Fluoro timer cumulated during the Fluoro exam. The timer is displayed and reset at the Epsilon
operator console.

DUAL FLUORO Allows both Pulsed and Continuous Fluoro at the Epsilon console. This mode is not compatible
with High Performance Pulsed Fluoro and High Power Fluoro.

ANODE SPEED Low (normal), high or RAD anode speed rotation.

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SHUTDOWN Fluoro automatic shutdown after 10 minutes of uninterrupted Fluoro operation.

ALARMS 3 distinct alarms during Fluoro (Table 14).

Table 14- Audible Alarm during Fluoro

Exposure Alarm Tone

Fluoro Low-Level “ON” 1 beep/2 seconds; can be disabled by Field Engineer @ installation.

Fluoro High-Level “ON” 1 beep/second.

Continuous tone; can be shut off by operator at the operator console or

5-minute Fluoro elapsed
by using a digital input to the generator.

2.5.3 Maximum Fluoro Entrance Exposure Rate

Before using the generator clinically, the maximum Fluoroscopic entrance exposure rate must be adjusted by the
installer. If the adjustment procedure is omitted at initial installation, Fluoro will be done using the minimum mA
value only.

Two (2) Fluoro pedals are supported, one for Low (or Normal) Fluoro level, the second for High Fluoro level.
The maximum Fluoro entrance exposure rate of each Fluoro level must be adjusted by the Field Engineer at
installation time before doing Fluoro clinically.

2.5.4 Surface Dose Tracking

Also known as “Source-Patient Distance” Dose Compensation. The generator adjusts the X-ray beam to
compensate for the source-to-patient distance (SPD) when the gantry position varies during an exam. This
provides constant surface dose along the full SPD span.

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2.5.5 ABS Regulation

Four (4) service programmable kV/mA tracking curves are provided to improve contrast during Fluoro image
stabilization.

ABS3
,ce
E 20
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00
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(II

0
ABS2

~ BO
0

60 ABS1

40

20
ABS4
BO 100 120
kV

Figure 17 – kV-mA Tracking ABS Curves.

2.6 X-Ray Tube

2.6.1 X-Ray Tube Interface

Type of Tubes Class 1 B (IEC Classification).

Number of Tubes One X-ray tube standard; 2-tube configuration available as an option.

Models Most popular X-ray tube models are supported through a built-in X-ray tube chart. Other
X-ray tube models may be added by the installer.

Tube Filaments
Focal spot number : 2
Current range : Up to 8.1 RMS amperes
Filament power : Maximum 100 watts

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Tube Derating
The tube factors (*) can be derated to extend its usable lifetime, to troubleshoot specific conditions or other reasons.

(*) kW, kV and I filament

2.6.2 Focal Spot / Anode Speed

Manual and automatic focal spot selection can be selected in RAD.

In auto focal spot selection, the filament is determined as a function of the technique kW and the anode speed. Table
15 below shows the generator algorithm for the selection of the focal spot and anode rotation speed when auto
speed and auto focal spot are enabled. The anode speed is set in the workstation configuration and is not user alterable.

Table 15- Focal spot selection in Auto-Focal Spot Auto-Speed

Tube Loading Focal Spot Anode Speed

kW1 Low
Small
kW2 > kW1 High

kW3 > kW2 Low

Large
kW4 > kW3 High

FOCAL SPOT IN FLUORO

Continuous Fluoro : Small filament (large filament if small filament opens);

Pulsed Fluoro : Small or large filament, depending of Fluoro configuration.

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2.7 Generator I/Os Basic Specifications

2.7.1 Programmable Inputs

Up to 14 programmable digital inputs are available on the generator for interfacing purposes (10 on Controller
board, 2 on Fluoro board 9822.01 and 4 on Fluoro board 11030.001). All inputs are active low and use isolated
diodes at their front ends. A pull-up voltage (+5VDC or +12VDC) is conveyed to the input terminals for reference.

2.7.2 Open Collector Outputs

Up to 12 programmable digital outputs are available on the generator for interfacing purposes (8 on Controller
board, 4 on Fluoro board 9822.01 and 2 on Fluoro board 11030.001). All outputs are open collector switches to
the system DC return.
Output Reference: Maximum current in on-state: 100 mA (max. current from J14-11)
Maximum voltage in off-state: 30 V

2.7.3 Cable Requirements

The following cables (not supplied with the generator) are the minimum specification requirements to maintain
compliance with the electromagnetic compatibility. No cable shall exceed 30.4 m (100 ft) unless in situ tests are
performed to validate EMC compliance.

1) Low voltage I/O signals: (Generic type) Jacket insulated over 100% foil shield with ground drain conductor,
multi-conductors type, typical 20 AWG stranded, voltage rated for the purpose.

2) X-ray tube rotor supply cable: (Generic type) Jacket insulated over 100%, foil shield with ground drain
conductor, multi-conductors type. 14 AWG minimum stranded, rated 600 volts minimum.

3) Phototube & photodiode cables: RG59 type, 90 % shielded minimum recommended, internal conductor
stranded, BNC connector terminated.

4) X ray tube high voltage cables: Full braid shielded 75 kV type (between 10 to 30 meters long).
Types ll or lll as per NEMA Standard XR 7-1979 (R 1984, 1990), with locking screw available at both
extremities of the cable.

5) Mains line and protective ground cables: Unshielded type, length and wire gauge must be in accordance with
applicable electrical code and local regulations.

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2.8 Environmental Specification

Table 16- Environmental Data

Factor Operation Stock & Transport
Temperature in °Celsius +10 to + 40 -25 to 70
Temperature in °Celsius / hour N/A N/A
Humidity in % (non-condensing) 30 to 75% 10 to 95%
Vibrations / Shock range in Hz 10-55 10-55
Vibrations / Shock amplitude in mm 0.153 0.153
Vibrations / Shock acceleration in G 2G / 30 minutes 2G / 30 minutes
Shock acceleration in G N/A 10
Air pressure in hPa 700 to 1060 700 to 1060
Altitude maximum in m 3000 3000
Miscellaneous Comment
Acoustic noise level : < 52 dB @ 1m
Air cooling : 200 BTU/hr in idle mode
EMC : Refer to Technical Manual, section 1.4
Ambient illuminance level : 100 lux to 1500 lux

Gas Mixture This equipment is not suitable for use in the presence of a flammable anesthetic mixture
with air or with oxygen or nitrous oxide.

PRODUCT DISPOSAL

At the end of its usable lifetime, no particular action is necessary for the disposal of the
product except those locally in force at the installation site.

If the EPS generator is fit with the optional cable discharge unit (high-end Cardiac
configurations) or 2-tube unit, these units contain approximately 30 liters of dielectric
oil. When comes the time to dispose of one or both units, it must be done in a way that
respects the local environmental regulations in force.

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2.9 Mechanical Data

Table 17- Mechanical Data

Dimensions (mm)
Crate / Box Weight (kg)
Width Height Length
Standalone in carton crate 600 1100 895 74 -110*
Standalone 441 492 578 64 -75*
Standalone with cabinet 472 812 768 79 - 90*
Biplane combination (option) 472 1624 768 180
With 2-Tube option & cabinet 472 1268 768 113 - 124*
With Cable Discharge option & cabinet 472 1268 768 130 - 136*

(*) Approximately, as a function of power configuration and options.

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Cabinet dimensions in mm (inches) Weight: Approximately 33 lb (15kg)

Figure 18 – Cabinet Dimensions.

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Dimension in mm (inches) Width Height Length Weight (*)

Generator (standalone) 441 (17 3/8) 492 (19 3/8) 578 (22 3/4) 64-75 kg (140-165 lb)
” .. with cabinet 472 (18 1/2) 806 (32) 776 (30 1/2) 79-90 kg (175-200 lb)
” .. with 2-Tube option & cabinet 472 (18 1/2) 1268 (50) 768 (30 1/4) 113-124 kg (250-275 lb)
” .. with Cable Discharge option 472 (18 1/2) 1268 (30 1/4) 768 (30 1/4) 125-136 kg (275-300 lb)
(*) Approximately, as a function of power configuration.
Figure 19 – Epsilon Dimensions and Center of Gravity (C.G.).

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Figure 20 –
Operator Console Dimensions. 276 mm
(10 7/8")

Weight : 3.6 kg (8 lb)

3 COMPLIANCE INFORMATION
Epsilon High-Voltage Generator complies with the following standards and regulations:

Table 18- Regulation and Standards

Market Type Standard

Canada Safety Certified to CAN/CSA-C22.2 NO. 60601-1:2014, IEC 60601-2-54: 2009+ A1: 2015
& IEC 60601-1-3: 2008+A1: 2013

USA Safety Conforms to AAMI ES60601-1: 2005+A1: 2012, IEC 60601-2-54: 2009+ A1: 2015 &
IEC 60601-1-3: 2008+A1: 2013

Health This product complies with DHHS radiation performances of 21 CFR, Sub-chapter J
in effect at date of manufacturing.

Europe EN 60601-1: 2006+A12: 2014, EN 60601-2-54: 2009+A1: 2015 & EN 60601-1-3: 2008 +A1: 2016

International IEC 60601-1: 2005+A1: 2012, IEC 60601-2-54: 2009+A1: 2015 & IEC 60601-1-3: 2008 +A1:
2013

Important Notice
• Conformity is based on the equipment configured and interconnected as described in the present Technical
Manual. Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by EMD Technologies Incorporated
could void its conformity to applicable standards.
• Conformity to EN/IEC 60601-2-54 and EN/IEC 60601-1-3 shall be validated when the generator is integrated
within a complete Medical Electrical System.
End of document

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