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1 Safety instructions
Source loading and exchange • VEGASOURCE 31, 35
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1 Safety instructions
These supplementary instructions describe the loading and exchang-
ing of the source for source containers VEGASOURCE 31 and 35.
Carefully read this supplementary instructions and the corresponding
operating instructions of the source container and carry out the work
only after you have completely understood all instructions.
It is absolutely necessary that you take note of all safety instruments,
particularly of the instructions concerning radiation safety.
Check if the source capsule fits the existing source holder of the
source container. Compare the data in the shipping papers of the
source capsule with the data of the source container.
ø 6,4 mm
(0.25")
ø 4 mm
(0.16")
16 mm
(0.63")
7 mm
(0.28")
17,6 mm
(0.69")
7 mm
(0.28")
19 mm
(0.75")
12 mm
(0.47")
ø 4 mm
(0.16")
ø 4 mm
(0.16")
M4
M4
M4
ø 6,4 mm
(0.25")
ø 8 mm
(0.32")
ø 8 mm
(0.32")
ø 6,4 mm
(0.25" )
ø 6,4 mm
(0.25")
A1
A2
B1
B2
C1
D1
Fig. 1: Different versions of source capsules
A1 Nipple d = 6.4 x 16 mm, capsule VZ-79-001 (Cs-137)
A2 Nipple d = 6.4 x 16 mm, capsule VZ-64-001 (Co-60)
B1 Thread M4 d = 6.4 x 17.6 mm, capsule VZ-1508-001 (Cs-137)
B2 Thread M4 d = 6.4 x 17.6 mm, capsule VZ-1486-001 (Co-60)
C1 Nipple d = 8 x 19 mm, capsule VZ-357-001 (Cs-137)
D1 Thread M4 d = 8 x 19 mm, capsule VZ-3579-001 (Cs-137)
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All maintenance work such as dismounting or exchanging the
radioactive source must only be carried out by authorized, quali-
fied personnel monitored for radiation exposure according to the
local legislation or the handling permit. Take note of the specifica-
tions of the present handling permit. All conditions on site must be
taken into account.
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All work must only be carried out from a protected location (shield-
ing). Avoid risk to other persons through suitable measures (e.g.
safety fence, etc.).
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Make all necessary preparations for exchanging the source to
ensure that the work is carried out as fast as possible. Get all
required tools and accessories ready before you start work.
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Before starting the work, get a suitable, shielded vessel ready for
holding the exchanged source capsule.
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Observe all the instructions of this supplementary instructons
manual for source exchange
Radiation protection
Safety instructions
