Removing Series Iii Base Cover; Replacing Absolute Encoder; Replacing Cables In Conduits - Philips CARDIOMD Service Manual

6.2.3

Removing Series III Base Cover

This section explains how to remove the gantry base cover of CardioMD Series III systems.
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Removing the base cover of older systems is straightforward.
Procedure
On Series III systems:
1. Remove the top cover and outer cover
from the gantry pillar.
2. Remove the X-drive cover.
3. Remove all screws holding the base cover.
4. Lift and pull out the base cover.
6.2.4

Replacing Absolute Encoder

The three main motions, detector rotate, detector vertical and detector horizontal, each have an
absolute encoder that can be replaced in the field. The process of replacing an absolute encoder is
straightforward. However, when an absolute encoder has been replaced, the corresponding axis
must be recalibrated. To calibrate an axis, follow the appropriate procedure provided in Chapter 4
Calibration.
6.2.5

Replacing Cables in Conduits

The cable conduits connecting the table base with the gantry electronics to the detector, gantry
base, and Y pillar can be opened.
When a cable within a conduit must be replaced:
1. Disconnect both ends of the cable conduit.
2. Remove the outer conduit:
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