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Caring for your 1425A
Phantom comes ready to scan.
Do not
remove surface material.
Store your 1425A with cover closed securely.
Always attach the scanning surface cover and store the phantom out of direct sunlight when it is
not in use.
Store your 1425A at 35º–105ºF (2º–40ºC).
Freezing temperatures will damage the phantom and high temperatures will accelerate desicca-
tion.
Weigh your 1425A to monitor desiccation.
Weigh the phantom when you first receive it and then every 6 months after that. Record the
values on the data sheet.
Do not drop or damage the phantom.
Return the phantom for inspection and/or repair if it has been dropped or damaged. Physical
damage to the case will cause premature desiccation.
If your 1425A is not regularly in use
, step the 1425A through the constant and pulsatile flow
settings for a period of 1-2 hours on a monthly basis. This will keep the scatterers in the blood
mimicking fluid in suspension.
Caution:
As with any electronic device, large temperature variation can cause moisture and
condensation problems which can result in errant readings. Therefore, before operating the
1425A, please allow the unit to reach room temperature of 20-25ºC for at least four hours.
Please keep the top of the 1425A dry to avoid equipment damage.
Gammex recommends annual servicing of your 1425A to ensure proper operation. Our qualified
service technicians will check for desiccation and provide any needed rejuvenation, scanning/
certification to original specifications, and repairs.
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