Figure 6-5. Position an 8- x 10-inch cassette in the Bucky tray.
c. Adjust the beam restriction system on the unit to provide a 3- x 3-inch
radiation field in the plane of the image receptor to minimize fog.
d. Place the x-ray tube in a position perpendicular to the table.
e. Use the center position light to:
(1)
Position the lead aperture plate on top of the 5 cm Plexiglas spacer (see
figure 6-6).
Figure 6-6. Lead aperture plate and 5 cm. Plexiglas spacer positioned on the table.
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