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Legend Indicates a hint Provides information on how to avoid operating errors or information emphasizing important details Indicates the solution to a problem Provides troubleshooting information or answers to frequently asked questions Indicates a list item Indicates a prerequisite A condition that has to be fulfilled before starting a particular operation Indicates a single-step operation Indicates steps within operating sequences Italic...
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Legend WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. WARNING consists of the following elements: ◾ Information about the nature of a hazardous situation ◾ Consequences of not avoiding a hazardous situation ◾...
Table of contents 1 Introduction Layout of the operator manual The current operator manual 1.2.1 Product designations in this document 2 Safety General safety information Coils 2.2.1 Effect of antenna 2.2.2 RF coils that are not connected Quality measurement Measurement phantoms 2.4.1 Risk due to aerosol formation 2.4.2...
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Table of contents Head/Neck 10 4.3.1 Description 4.3.2 4.3.3 Quality measurement Spine 18 4.4.1 Description 4.4.2 4.4.3 Quality measurement Body 6 4.5.1 Description 4.5.2 4.5.3 Quality measurement Breast 4 4.6.1 Description 4.6.2 4.6.3 Quality measurement 4 Ch BI Breast Shoulder Small/Large 6 4.8.1 Description 4.8.2...
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Table of contents 4.14 Special Purpose 4 4.14.1 Description 4.14.2 Use 4.14.3 Quality measurement 5 Cleaning Cleaning RF coils and positioning aids 6 Accessories Standard accessories 6.1.1 Cushions and positioning aids 6.1.2 Set of positioning aids Coil accessories 6.2.1 Head/Neck 10, Head/Neck 16 6.2.2 Spine 18 6.2.3...
Introduction Introduction In order to operate the MR system accurately and safely, the operating personnel must have the necessary expertise as well as knowledge of the complete operator manual. The operator manual must be read carefully prior to using the MR system. Layout of the operator manual Your complete operator manual is split up into several volumes to improve readability.
Introduction This manual may include descriptions covering standard as well as optional hardware and software. Contact your Siemens Sales Organization with respect to the hardware and software available for your system. The description of an option does not infer a legal requirement to provide it.
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Introduction Product Document/Text Wrist 8, A 1.5T Tim Coil Wrist 8 Extremity 12, A 1.5T Tim Coil Extremity 12 Foot/Ankle 10, A 1.5T Tim Coil Foot/Ankle 10 Flex Coil Interface 1.5T Flex Coil Interface Tim Coil Interface 1.5T Tim Coil Interface Flex Small 4, A 1,5T Tim Coil Flex Small/Large 4 Flex Large 4, A 1,5T Tim Coil...
Never run coil cables over the patient's head. ◆ Avoid direct contact between the coil cables and the patient. ◆ Use only operationally satisfactory RF coils/coil cables. ◆ In case of damage, contact Siemens Service. MAGNETOM Sempra Print No. M4-08006G.623.01.02.02...
Safety Dangerous current loops may be generated if parts of the patient's body touch. These loops may lead to burns or increase the probability of stimulation. To avoid such loops, always use appropriate cushions when positioning the patient. ( Page 75 Standard accessories) Effect of antenna 2.2.1 Cables (e.g.
Safety Quality measurement CAUTION Deactivated RF transmitters (SAR) and gradient (dB/dt) monitoring during quality measurement! Injury to patient ◆ Ensure that the patient is not located in the magnet bore. Measurement phantoms When measurement phantoms are used as intended within the scope of quality assurance for RF coils, there is no physical contact with measurement phantom fluids.
Safety Phantom fluid spills 2.4.3 The measurement phantoms may contain either a nickel sulfate solution or white oil (this liquid is blue in color). The EC safety data sheets and legal regulations do not explicitly mention possible hazards relating to phantom fluids. Note the different measures to be applied for the various phantom liquids.
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Label the container accordingly. special waste Hire an authorized special waste company for disposal. It is recommended that you contact the local Siemens Service office as well as the environmental protection officer or the responsible local authorities. If you have additional questions, contact Siemens Service.
General information General information RF coils 3.1.1 Basic principles RF coils are divided into two categories: ◾ Transceiver coils (TxRx) ◾ Pure receiver coils (Rx) When the RF coil is used as a receiver coil only, the RF pulse is transmitted by another RF coil that usually acquires a larger area (e.g.
General information When cleaning the table use the protective cover for coil sockets 5 and 6. General coil sockets Coil Coil socket Head/Neck 10, Head/Neck 16 5 and 6 Spine 18 7 and 8 Body 6 1 or 2 Breast 4 Shoulder Small/Large 6 1 or 2 Wrist 8...
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General information Proper handling CAUTION Touching inside of coil socket! Electric shock, patient burns ◆ Never touch the patient and the inside of the coil socket (with hands, fingers, or other objects) at the same time. CAUTION Improper use of RF coils! Injury to patient;...
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General information To remove the coil plug: Grasp the plug housing and lift it up vertically. Combining coils As the Spine 18 is a standard coil for the basic configuration of the MR system with respect to coil channels, this coil is often mentioned in the various coil chapters.
General information To connect the coil: Slide the socket cover of the Tim Coil Interface with the coil plug away and connect the plug to the socket. To remove the coil: Use the release on the Tim Coil Interface. To remove the Tim Coil Interface: Grasp the housing and lift it up vertically.
General information Setting up the coil cart As shown on the label on the lid, open the coil cart carefully and turn the lid completely to the backside of the cart. Never rest the lid against the wall. Open the doors completely and lock them using the lateral bolts. Lock the front wheels after moving the coil cart to the desired position.
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General information CAUTION Incorrect positioning of the patient’s head when using a head or head/neck coil! Wrong SAR calculation resulting in local overheating ◆ Always position the patient’s head inside the head or head/ neck coil. Use positioning aids and table pads to position the patient as comfortably as possible on the patient table.
STIR technique provides for a more robust fat suppression than spectral fat saturation. Protocols for both variants are included in the Siemens protocol tree. The increased SAR limits are activated in the First level controlled operating mode. In this operating mode it should be ensured that heat dissipation is not impaired by clothing or blankets.
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General information Table groove Straps to be used Table groove 10.5 mm Securing straps in the 6-mm groove Insert the mounting device of the strap into the T-shaped groove along the edge of the patient table. MAGNETOM Sempra Print No. M4-08006G.623.01.02.02...
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General information To fix the strap: Turn the mounting device up toward the center until it locks into place. To remove the strap: Turn the mounting device down into its horizontal position. Securing straps in the 10.5-mm ✓ Groove is free of dirt. groove Position the mounting device of the strap slightly tilted toward the table center and insert it into the groove along the edge of the...
General information To adjust the position of the straps along the groove, grasp the mounting device of the strap and slide it to the required position. Position the mounting device so that the strap is vertical. If the strap is positioned at an angle, this may cause the mounting device to shift within the groove.
General information Head First position of the patient 3.3.1 Position the back-of-the-head support on the head-heel insert of the patient table so that it is flush with the edge marking of the head-heel insert. Position the patient’s head on the back-of-the-head support. If needed, insert the lookout mirror holder into the T-shaped groove on both sides of the patient table.
General information Quality measurement 3.4.1 Measurement phantoms are used for quality measurements. The fluid in the measurement phantoms presents a health hazard. Follow the safety regulations in case of phantom fluid spills. The quality measurement is performed with the quality program at the syngo Acquisition Workplace.
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General information Go to the selection list and select the coil for the quality measurement. Registering coils It may be that some coils are not available in the list. Coils of these coil types must be registered before starting the quality assurance. ✓...
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◆ Optimize the position of the laser light localizer. ◆ Repeat the measurement. ◆ If the repeated quality measurement does not provide satisfactory results: Notify Siemens Service. Completing the quality ✓ The quality measurement is finished. measurement ◆ Click Exit.
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General information Coils | Operator Manual Print No. M4-08006G.623.01.02.02...
Coils Coils Body coil 4.1.1 Description Area of application The main function of the Body coil is to generate a homogeneous RF magnetic field for the excitation of nuclear spins. As a receiver coil for MR signals, the Body coil is used only for survey measurements because its signal-to-noise ratio is significantly lower than that of local coils located close to the body.
Coils Connect the phantom holder 39 to the phantom holder 38. Position the spherical phantom D240 on the recess of the phantom holder 38. Position the spherical phantom D165 on the recess of the phantom holder 39. Position the 15ml plastic bottle in the corresponding recess on the phantom holder 38.
Coils (1) Mirror (2) Lever for release (3) Upper Part (4) Lower part 4.2.2 Positioning the coil ✓ The Spine 18 or the table pads are positioned on the patient table. Slide the coil into the lateral recesses at the head end of the patient table so that it locks into the coil sockets 5 and 6.
Coils Move the lever to release the upper part of the coil and lift it up and off. Place the relax cushion in the lower part of the coil. Secure the patient’s head using the corresponding cushions. Use suitable positioning aids. Position the head of the patient in the lower part of the coil.
Coils Position the 5300 ml plastic bottle on phantom holder 29 so that the bulge of the bottle is positioned as far as possible in the lower part of the coil. Place the upper part on the lower part of the coil and slide it forward until it locks into place.
Coils (1) Mirror (2) Lever for release (3) Upper Part (4) Lower part 4.3.2 Positioning the coil ✓ The Spine 18 or the table pads are positioned on the patient table. Slide the coil into the lateral recesses at the head end of the patient table so that it locks into the coil sockets 5 and 6.
Coils Move the lever to release the upper part of the coil and lift it up and off. Place the relax cushion in the lower part of the coil. Secure the patient’s head using the corresponding cushions. Use suitable positioning aids. Position the head of the patient in the lower part of the coil.
Coils Position the 5300 ml plastic bottle on phantom holder 29 so that the bulge of the bottle is positioned as far as possible in the lower part of the coil. Place the upper part on the lower part of the coil and slide it forward until it locks into place.
Coils (1) Carrying handle (2) Lever for release (3) Plug connection 4.4.2 In the following section, a measurement configuration is shown in the Head First orientation. Positioning the coil Position the Spine 18 so that the coil plugs fit into the coil sockets 7 and 8.
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Coils Move the lever to lock the coil in place. Positioning the patient Position the lower part of the Head/Neck coil in the recess at the head end of the patient table. Position the table pad 4 on the foot end of the patient table. Use suitable positioning aids.
Coils Quality measurement 4.4.3 For the Spine 18, the quality measurement is performed separately for each coil element (SP1 - SP6). The plastic bottle must be positioned in the center of the respective coil element for each individual measurement. Position the phantom holder 25 on the Spine 18 in the center of the corresponding coil element.
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Coils Accessories ( Page 77 Coil accessories) Configuration The coil consists of the following components: (1) Cluster 1 (2) Cluster 2 (3) Electronic boxes (4) Coil plug 4.5.2 In the following section, an examination of the entire upper body is shown.
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Coils ✓ Positioning the coil The Spine 18 is positioned on the patient table. ✓ The lower part of the head/neck coil is positioned. Position the patient in the supine position with the head toward the magnet. Use suitable positioning aids. Position the Body 6 on the patient's pelvis and connect the coil to socket 1 or 2.
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Coils Performing the measurement Align the laser light localizer with the center of the region of interest. Select the two (up to four, depending on the coil configuration) corresponding Spine 18 clusters at the syngo Acquisition Workplace. Start the measurement. Quality measurement 4.5.3 The quality measurement must be performed in the Head First...
Coils Perform the measurement successively for each orientation. (1) Quality measurement, Head First 0° orientation (2) Quality measurement, Head First 180° orientation Breast 4 Description 4.6.1 Use and function The Breast 4 is used for examining female patients. The coil is used in the Head First orientation.
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Coils (1) Coil elements (left and right) with compression plates (2) Positioning aids to stabilize the breast (3) Knob for compressing the right breast (4) Compression control (5) Knob for compressing the left breast Head support The head support can be adjusted in height. Coils | Operator Manual Print No.
Coils 4.6.2 Positioning the coil ✓ All RF coils and cushions are removed from the patient table. Position the coil on the patient table with the guide knobs in the recesses of the T-shaped groove. Connect the coil plug to coil socket 1. Place the positioning aids best suited to the current situation.
Coils When positioning the patient with the arms above the head: Use the insulation pad to avoid current loops. Use suitable positioning aids. Performing the measurement Align the laser light localizer with the center marking of the coil. Start the measurement. Quality measurement 4.6.3 ✓...
Coils 4 Ch BI Breast For information on the 4 Ch BI Breast, see: Operator Manual - 4 Ch BI Breast Shoulder Small/Large 6 4.8.1 Description The Shoulder Small/Large 6 is used for examining the shoulder. The coil is used in the Head First orientation. Accessories (...
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Coils ✓ The Spine 18 is positioned on the patient table. ✓ The head-heel insert and the back-of-the-head support are positioned on the patient table. Position the base plate at the head end of the patient table. Ensure that the base plate is seated correctly in the recess. Slide the shoulder coil cup onto the guide rail for the shoulder to be examined.
Coils Quality measurement 4.8.3 ✓ The Spine 18 is positioned on the patient table. (1) Position of the phantom holder: Shoulder Small 6 (2) Position of the phantom holder: Shoulder Large 6 Position the phantom holder 25 on the patient table. Position the 5300 ml plastic bottle on the phantom holder so that the bulge of the bottle is facing the magnet tunnel.
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Coils (1) Release to unlock the upper part (2) Coil plug (3) Center marking The following pads are used for the coil: (1) Wrist pad (2) Palm and Upper pad Coils | Operator Manual Print No. M4-08006G.623.01.02.02...
Coils 4.9.2 In the following section, the examination of the right hand is described. The examination procedure of the left hand is analog to the following description - unless the coil is positioned on the opposite side of the patient table. Positioning the coil ✓...
Coils Performing the measurement Align the laser light localizer with the center marking of the coil. Correct the position of the coil if it is not possible to align the laser light localizer with the center marking. Start the measurement. Quality measurement 4.9.3 ✓...
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Coils (1) Release button with center marking (2) Upper part of the coil (3) Lower part of the coil (4) Base plate with guide rails 4.10.2 To center the coil for optimal image quality, it is shifted to the side on the guide rail.
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Coils Push the release button on the top of the upper coil part and remove the upper part by lifting it upward. Slide the coil on the guide rail to the side into the desired position. Positioning the patient Position the patient in the supine position with the feet toward the magnet bore.
Coils Quality measurement 4.10.3 ✓ The Spine 18 or the table pads are positioned on the patient table. Position the lower part of the Extremity 12 on the patient table. Position the phantom holder 28 in the lower part of the coil and position the plastic bottle 1900 ml on the phantom holder so that the bottom of the bottle is facing the magnet bore.
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Coils ✓ Positioning the coil The Spine 18 or the table pads are positioned on the patient table. ◆ Slide the coil with the base plate into the lateral recesses at the head end of the patient table. Positioning the patient ✓...
Coils If necessary, tilt the coil slightly in the direction of the magnet (with the tilt support mechanism) to position the patient more comfortably. Performing the measurement Align the laser light localizer with the center marking of the coil. Start the measurement. Quality measurement 4.11.3 ✓...
Coils (1) Coil socket (2) Plug for coil socket on the patient table The Flex Coil Interface can be connected to coil sockets 1 or 2 on the patient table. 4.12.2 Connection Connect the coil connector of the Flex Coil Interface to a suitable coil socket on the patient table.
Coils 4.13 Flex Small/Large 4 4.13.1 Description The Flex coil is available in sizes small and large. Depending on the area to be examined, the coil is positioned on the patient and is used to image the area of the body it covers. For example, the following regions of the body can be examined: ◾...
Coils 4.13.2 In what follows, two examination examples are described: ◾ Shoulder and hip in supine position (Flex Large 4) ◾ Hand and elbow in prone and supine positions (Flex Small 4) General information Use the Flex Coil Interface as described. Position the coil with the flat side against the region of interest.
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Coils Examining the elbow and hand ✓ The Spine 18 is positioned on the patient table. ✓ The Flex Coil Interface is connected. ✓ The coil is connected at the Flex Coil Interface. Position the patient in the prone or supine position with the head to the magnet.
Coils Performing the measurement Align the laser light localizer with the center marking of the coil. Start the measurement. 4.13.3 Quality measurement ✓ The Flex Coil Interface is connected. ✓ The coil is connected to the Flex Coil Interface. Position phantom holder 26 on the Spine 18. Position the Flex coil to be measured with the iPat cushion on the phantom holder.
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Coils 4.14 Special Purpose 4 4.14.1 Description The Special Purpose 4 can be used to examine small body regions near the skin surface. (1) Coil cable (2) Coil plug Standard accessories ( Page 77 Coil accessories) 4.14.2 ✓ The Spine 18 is positioned on the patient table. ✓...
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Coils Quality measurement 4.14.3 ✓ The Spine 18 is positioned on the patient table. ✓ The Flex Coil Interface is connected to the socket 1 or 2. ✓ The Special Purpose 4 is connected to the interface. Position the phantom holder 26 on the patient table. Position the 5300 ml plastic bottle on the phantom holder so that the bulge of the bottle is facing the magnet bore.
Cleaning Cleaning All instructions in the operator manual regarding cleaning, and when applicable regarding disinfecting and sterilization must be always observed. This manual only contains cleaning information regarding coils and their accessories. For cleaning information regarding the other system components, please refer to: Operator Manual MR system Cleaning RF coils and positioning aids Clean the RF coils and positioning aids using commercially...
Accessories Accessories Standard accessories The following standard accessories for patient positioning are included in the delivery volume of the MR system. 6.1.1 Cushions and positioning aids Table pad 1 Table pad 2 Table pad 3 Table pad 4 Head-heel insert 4 belt straps 2 different-sized sandbags, Lookout mirror holder...
Accessories 2 knee cushions 2 different-sized multipurpose Gap cushion set small cushions, 3 pieces each Gap cushion set large Coil accessories Specific positioning aids are available for the following coils and are included in the delivery volume of the coils. Head/Neck 10, Head/Neck 16 6.2.1 Relax cushion...
Accessories 4 belts iPAT cushion Breast 4 6.2.4 2 large compression attach- 2 small compression attach- Positioning aids ments ments Soft pad Arm rest pad Wedge cushion (abdominal sup- port) MAGNETOM Sempra Print No. M4-08006G.623.01.02.02...
Accessories Head support Head support cushion Table pad 6.2.5 Shoulder Small/Large 6 Base plate pad Shoulder cup cushion 6.2.6 Wrist 8 Wrist pad Palm pad Coils | Operator Manual Print No. M4-08006G.623.01.02.02...
Accessories Upper pad Air cushion Extremity 12 6.2.7 Coil Pad, 0.25 Coil Pad, 0.50 Air cushion Ankle Pad Ramp Pad MAGNETOM Sempra Print No. M4-08006G.623.01.02.02...
Accessories Accessories for quality assurance 6.3.1 Measurement phantoms Plastic bottle, 15ml ◾ Solutes per 1000 g H O dist.: 3g MnCl * 4 H O + 5g NaCl Plastic bottle, 1900ml ◾ Solutes per 1000 g H O dist.: 3.75g NiSO * 6 H O + 5g NaCl Plastic bottle, 5300ml...
Accessories Spherical phantom D240 ◾ Diameter: 240 mm ◾ Contents: 7300 ml ◾ Solutes: MARCOL-Oil + 0.011g MACROLEX blue Wrist 8 phantom ◾ Contents: 655 ml ◾ Solutes per 1000 g H O dist.: 1.25g NiSO * 6 H O + 5 g NaCl Foot/Ankle phantom ◾...
All components which are medical devices on their own right, distributed by Siemens and mentioned in this manual are listed in the following table. Here you will find information about the corresponding legal manufacturer and, if applicable, the authorized representative.
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Appendix: Information about legal manufacturer Coils | Operator Manual Print No. M4-08006G.623.01.02.02...