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Diamond

Quick User Guide

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Table of contents:
1 Operating controls
2 Compression paddle insertion and
removal
3 Cassette insertion
4 Automatic Exposure Control modes
5 Compression Foot Pedals
6 ECS movement
7 Selection of the projection angle
8 System maintenance
9 Troubleshooting
10 Error code guide
86528-IMG rev 2
Code: 86528-IMG rev 2 Date: 09/2005
Copyright © 2005 by General Electric Company Inc. All rights reserved.
GE Healthcare Finland Oy, a General Electric company, going to market as GE
Healthcare.
Documentation, trademark and the software are copyrighted with all rights
reserved. Under the copyright laws the documentation may not be copied,
photocopied, reproduced, translated, or reduced to any electronic medium or
machine readable form in whole or part, without the prior written permission of
GE Healthcare.
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and other countries. HyperTerminal is a trademark of Hilgraeve Inc, Monroe, MI,
USA.
The original language of this manual is English. For more detailed information on
the subject, please refer to operation instructions of the unit, code 86500-IMG.
General Electric Company reserves the right to make changes in specification
and features shown herein, or discontinue the product described at any time
without notice or obligation. Contact your GE representative for the most current
information.
Manufactured by:
GE Healthcare Finland Oy, P.O. Box 20, FIN-04301 Tuusula, FINLAND.
Tel. +358 10 394 6500, Fax. +358 10 394 6501
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1 Operating controls 1 Ready indicator, green 12 Filter selection button
2 Exposure time display 13 Mode selector for Auto-kV,
Auto Time and Manual
3 Radiation indicator, yellow 14 Photo timer mode indicators,
all green
4 kV display 15 Auto point indicator, green
5 kV selection 16 CANCEL-button for menu
operations
6 mAs display 17 MENU and SET-button for
menu operations
7 mAs selection 18 LCD display
8 Density display 19 Function key 1 and LED
indicator
9 Density selection 20 Function key 2 and LED
indicator
10 Average glandular dose 21 Function key 3 and LED
display indicator
11 Filter indicators, all green 22 Exposure button

NOTE!
Check that ready, Auto kV and Auto Point-lights are ON.

Fig 1.1. Control panel

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When LRG focus is displayed in LCD screen, the Diamond unit uses large
focus. Consequently the small focus is displayed when SML focus is
displayed.

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1 Compression paddle release
button
2 Manual compression wheel
3 C-Arm rotation buttons
4 Vertical movement buttons
5 Compression force control
Fig 1.2. The Positioning Control Center panel membrane
6 Collimator light switch
7 Filter selection button
8 Filter selection display
14
Fig 1.3. Position Control Center controls
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Operating
controls
12 13
9 AEC detector selector buttons
10 AutoPoint detector button
and LED indicator
11 Breast thickness display (cm)
12 Compression force display (N)
13 C-Arm rotation display (°)
14 Tube head stereo angulation
buttons
15 ParkBack control buttons
16 Vertical movement buttons
2 Compression paddle insertion 3 Cassette insertion
and removal 1 Load the film into the cassette.
2 Open the lock to insert the cassette into the cassette holder by
Insertion inserting the lower left corner of the cassette to the Bucky.
1 Insert the required 3 Push then the cassette towards the front of the Bucky so that the
paddle into the holes upper left corner slides in.
on the compression
arm (the longer pin of
the two must slide into
the right-hand hole)
and push the paddle
horizontally until it
locks.

4 Slide (do not throw) the

Removal cassette in until the lock key
1 Push only one of the release buttons located on both sides. returns to its normal position.
Take care not to trap your
2 Then pull the compression paddle out horizontally. fingers in between the cassette
holder and the cassette. In
case the cassette is inside, but
in the back of the bucky, pull
the cassette latch towards the
front of the bucky takes the
cassette to the front for an exposure.
5 After the exposure the cassette is driven to rear position for
removal. Slide the latch forward and the pull the cassette out.

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4 Automatic Exposure Control 4.2 DIAMOND TECHNIQUE GUIDE (MO, RH, AL)
modes Film: Kodak Min R 2000, Screen: Kodak Min R 2000 and Min R 2190
Film: Fuji AD-M, Screen: Fuji AD Mammo Fine Paddle
Cassette
Select the AEC mode with the Mode-key. A LED light indicates the Film: Agfa HDR and HDR-C, Screen: Agfa HD and HD-S AEC
selected option. Change the selected filter if necessary. For other menu
options, refer to Diamond Operation Instructions (86500-IMG). Compressed breast Technique
thickness
In Auto kV-mode, Diamond determines the initial kV based on the
kVp Filter Density
compression thickness and breast density. The user may still change < 3 cm 23 - 25 Mo 0
initial kV.
4 - 5 cm 26 - 28 Mo 0
6 - 7 cm 28 - 30 Mo or Rh* 0
> 8 cm 30 - 32 Mo or Rh* 0
Manual Techniques mAs kVp
Small breasts 16 - 40 23 - 25
In Auto Time-mode, user selects kV. A LED light indicates that the Auto
Time mode has been selected. Change the selected filter if necessary. Implants 40 - 100 26 - 29
Specimens (non-mag and mag) 4 - 16 20 - 23

4.1 OPERATION IN MANUAL MODE
In Manual-mode, select required kV and mAs. The system will select the
correct exposure time (which depends on the selected mAs value).
Change the filter selection if necessary.
NOTE!
Implant displaced views and specimens may be photo timed if sufficient
breast tissue covers the photocell closest to the chest wall.
Comments:
1 Maintain exposure times between 0.5 and 2.5 (1.5) seconds.
Decrease kVp if times are less than 0.5 seconds and increase if they
are more than 2.5 seconds.
2 If exposure times are within indicated times, use + or - density
setting to achieve optimal density.
3 Your technique may vary from those indicated above depending on
film density preferences, processor or film irregularity, or different
film/screen combinations.
4 *Rhodium - use for very dense breasts, 6 cm or greater. No need
to increase kV.
5 Magnification views - increase technique by 2 - 3 kVp, if exposure
time exceeds 5 seconds.

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5 Compression Foot Pedals 6 ECS movement
A compression foot pedal has the following foot switches: 1 The C-Arm is driven upwards without applying compression, to
open the infra-mammary fold

2 The breast is compressed slightly with the paddle to hold it in place.

Fig 1.4. Compression foot pedal

1 C-ARM
When the C-Arm foot switch is pressed, only the C-Arm is driven
upwards at slow speed. The compression paddle does not move.
2 PADDLE
When the Paddle foot switch is pressed, only the compression 3 Final compression is applied by the bucky or cassette tunnel from
paddle is driven down. The collimator light is turned on below using the ECS compression movement.
automatically at the same time.
3 ECS
When the ECS foot switch is pressed, the C-Arm is driven upwards
and the compression paddle is driven downwards, so that the
paddle appears to be stationary in relation to the patient. This
means that the cassette holder (bucky or cassette tunnel) is used to
apply the compression to the breast against the ‘stationary’ paddle.
4 REL
When the REL foot switch is pressed, the C-Arm is driven
downwards to its rest position and the compression paddle is
driven upwards, removing compression to the breast.
5 Z-UP
When the Z-UP foot switch is pressed, the carriage is driven
upwards.
6 Z-DOWN
When the Z-DOWN foot switch is pressed, the carriage is driven
downwards.

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7 Selection of the projection
angle
The OBL-buttons drive the C-Arm to a predefined medio-lateral oblique
default angle. The LAT-buttons drive the C-Arm to the lateral (90°)
position.
Mirror angle feature
If the mirror angle feature is enabled, the C-Arm drives after an exposure
to an equivalent angle on the opposite side (passing the CC position) of
the C-Arm.
NOTE!
When the C-Arm is being driven to CC, OBL or LAT angles, the movement
may be stopped by pressing any button. Also, pressing the emergency
button always stops right away all such motorized movements that
affect the patient (Tube head, ECS, Z-movement, C-Arm and Stereo).
WARNING!
During the rotation of the C-Arm, keep clear of the moving parts of the
unit so that no body parts could are struck by or become trapped in the
unit, causing possible injury.
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8 System maintenance
8.1 CLEANING OF THE DIAMOND UNIT
WARNING!
Before cleaning and disinfecting, remove power from the equipment. Foot pedal
ECS
Proj Angle
Cleaning
WARNING!
Do not allow liquids enter into the unit.
ALL parts of the unit that come in contact with the patient must be
cleaned and disinfected prior to each examination. Cleaning of the unit is
especially important after biopsy procedures (refer to biopsy device user
manual for cleaning procedure). The standard hospital regimen for
disinfection should be followed, with the following qualifications:
DO NOT clean surfaces on parts, which come into contact with the
patient (i.e., face shield, cassette holders, Bucky devices, compression
paddles) with solvent-based cleaners (containing benzene, alcohol, or
stain removers).
DO NOT use extra-strength or abrasive cleaners, polishes, or waxes on
parts that come into contact with the patient.
Proprietary disinfectant solutions meeting the above limitations are
suitable, provided that the manufacturer’s instructions are stringently
followed. DO NOT immerse the Bucky in disinfectant solution.
As a general rule, disinfectant sprays may not be used directly. The mist
generated by spraying may penetrate into the unit, and this may
damage electronic components. To use a disinfectant agent in spray
form, first apply the agent to a clean cloth or pad, and then use the pad
to apply the agent to the surface requiring disinfectant.
For general cleaning, use a non-lint cloth dampened with water, or a
lukewarm, diluted aqueous solution of household dishwasher liquid.
8.2 CARE 9.5 ERROR CONDITIONS Error Reason Corrective
Handle the plastic accessories carefully, and The Ready
code for error action
inspect them frequently. If they begin to crack, light indi- 0013 Tube movement Check for any visible
discontinue their use and replace them. cates that back up time obstacles for tube
every part
reached. movement.
of the unit is
9 Troubleshooting ready for exposure. Error conditions are 0014 Filter movement Change another
indicated by a code on the LCD display. Most back up time filter. If problem
9.1 NO POWER INDICATION error codes require a call to your service reached. persists, call service.
technician. If the error code includes an OK-text,
A Check that the power cord and control press the middle function key (below the LCD) 0015 Collimator plate Clear and try again.
panel cable are connected. and then follow procedures suggested by movement back If problem persists,
Diamond. up time reached. call service.
B Check that the mains switch is switched on.
0022 Compression Clear and try again.
C Check the fuses or the circuit breaker.
10 Error code guide motor back up If problem persists,
D If the problems still persists, call your time reached. call service.
approved service center.
These codes are currently in use. The sequence Meanwhile,
of error code is discontinuous because some compress manually.
9.2 READY LIGHT DOES NOT error codes are reserved for future use.
ILLUMINATE 0023 Compression Clear and try again.
thickness If problem persists,
Press the exposure button, and note the Error Reason Corrective measurement call service.
message text shown in the LCD display and code for error action error.
refer to the “Check code guide” on the next page. If problem persists,
0002 Program check Call service. 0024 Compression
sum error (flash). force call service.
9.3 GRID LINES
Check if exposure measurement Compress manually.
0003 Program check failure. Inhibit
If the grid light on the control panel does not sum error button cable is
light up, check that the Bucky is properly (BattRAM). properly connected. compression
attached on the cassette holder base. The down.
exposure time is too short (shorter than 0.2 sec.). Check physical
Reduce the kV to increase the exposure time. condition of the 0027 Overflow in Auto kV too low. Try with
cable (any broken Time-or Auto kV- higher kV values.
9.4 COMPRESSION PADDLE STUCK IN strands etc.) mode.
UPPER POSITION 0011 Emergency Release emergency 0029 Underflow in Auto kV too high. Try with
button activated button. Time or Auto kV- lower kV values.
Release the compression paddle by turning the (pressed down). mode
manual compression control hand wheel
counter-clockwise. In some circumstances, this 0012 Tube Park safety Clear and try again. 0033 Cassette tray Clear and try again.
may require some force to be exerted on the clutch acts - tube If problem persists, back up time If problem persists,
control wheel. obstacle. call service. reached. call service.

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Error Reason Corrective Error Reason Corrective Error Reason Corrective
code for error action code for error action code for error action
0034 Cassette not Change cassette. Try 0048 C-Arm rotation As above. 0063 Line voltage low. Have an electrician
changed. also with another back up time check the voltage of
cassette. reached the electric outlet. If
0035 Cassette opto Check cassette opto 0051 C-Arm angle As above. it is strong and
sensor failure. sensors. Reduce measurement stable enough, then
lightning in Bucky failure. Drive to call service for
area. predefined angles further actions.
0037 Grid error during/ Re-attach Bucky. Try not allowed. 0064 Cassette missing. Insert a cassette and
prior to exposure. also with another 0053 General As above. try also with another Trouble-
Displayed after Bucky. communication type. shooting
exposure, if error with internal Increase/decrease Error code
0065 Exposure time guide
exposure started. electronics. exceeds limit (too kV values and try
0038 Cassette holder Attach cassette 0054 External As above. long/too short). again. If problem
not attached holder. communication persists, call service.
when trying to error with serial 0066 Movement button Clear and try again.
expose. Inhibit port. Buffer or switch If problem persists,
exposure. overflow. exposure button call service.
0041 Stereo not in 0 With Delta 32, drive 0055 External As above. pressed during
degrees when the stereo arm first communication movement or
exposing. to left and right, then error with RS232. start-up, function
back to 0° position. If mA failure. As above. not allowed.
0057
you have no Delta 0067 Device not ready As above.
32, call service. 0058 Anode start As above. for exposure.
Stereo movement Check that Delta 32 failure As above.
0042 0068 Delta 32 PC
error. unit properly 0059 Anode run failure. As above. refused to receive
attached. Load new film and exposure.
0060 Exposure button
0043 Vertical Clear and try again. released during expose. Hold 0069 Delta 32 PC As above.
movement motor If problem persists, exposure. exposure button connection time-
back up time call service. down until the audio out.
reached. signal ends. 0070 Error in stereo As above.
0045 ECS motor back As above. 0062 Generator failure. Clear and try again. motor pulse
up time reached. kV not OK. If problem persists, measuring.
call service.

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Error Reason Corrective Error Reason Corrective Error Reason Corrective
code for error action code for error action code for error action
0071 Tube head heat Wait and let cool 0078 Internal As above. 0089 C-Arm center limit Drive manually in
limit exceeded. down enough. communication not found. the center. If
Remaining cooling error. Control problem persists, call
time indicated in Panel not service.
timer screen. Clear answering. 0090 Tube not in front Remove Delta 32 or
and try again. If 0080 Stereo movement As above. position. biopsy paddles to
problem persists, call back up time enable tube head
service. reached. AutoDrive.
0072 Side collimator Clear and try again. 0081 Cassette in rear Clear and continue 0091 Z-movement Clear and continue. If
failure. If problem persists, position. use. Should cassette disabled in a patient is to be
call service. not move to the front Specimen mode. examined, exit the
0074 Internal As above. position, drive it Specimen mode.
communication there manually.
error. AEC Board 0082 1) C-Arm rotation 1) For C-Arm angles
not answering. with the tube over 120°, drive the
Cable broken. head in rear tube head to the
0075 Internal As above. position disabled front position. For
communication when vertical lowest Z-position,
error. down C-arm drive the tube head
Compression angle over 120°. in front position.
Board not 2) Z-movement 2) Drive the C-arm to
answering. down blocked less than 122° (the
0076 Internal As above. when the C-arm tube head must be in
communication angle exceeds front position).
error. Stereo 122°
Board not 0084 Transmit buffer Clear and try again.
answering. overflow in If problem persists,
0077 Internal As above. Supervisor call service. Release
communication software. compression
error. Collimator manually.
Board not 0087 Movement Release
answering. inhibited during compression and try
compression. again.

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General Electric Company reserves the right to make changes in specification and features shown herein, or discontinue the product described at any time without notice or obligation. Contact your GE
representative for the most current information.

Copyright © 09/2005 by General Electric Company Inc. All rights reserved.

GE Healthcare Finland Oy, a General Electric company, going to market as GE Healthcare.

Internet and service: http://www.gehealthcare.com/worldwide.html

World Headquarters
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P.O. Box 414, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53201 U.S.A.

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Diamond

Quick User Guide, English

86528-IMG rev 2 Printed in Finland 09/2005