Contents:

1) Introduction

2) Irradiator Description

3) Irradiator Sources

4) Irradiator Shielding

5) Survey Meter

6) Operating Procedures

7 Emergency Procedures

8) Required Form

 

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	The Gammacell 40 Exactor is a versatile research irradiator with applications covering radioimmunology, radio sensitivity and cell biology.
	The unit is a self contained gamma irradiator.
	Key features include reproducible dose rate, excellent dose uniformity, and a large volume chamber.
	The unit is  suitable for the irradiation of mitotically inactive cell culture media, mixed lymphocyte cultures and cellular blood components.
	The unit incorporates self shielding and other safety features to protect the user from the harmful effects of radiation.
	Never attempt to tamper with the safety systems or remove the shielding material.
	As an operator of the irradiator, you are required to obey all safety instructions and procedures.

Irradiation Chamber

Sample Chamber	Sample Tray

	The irradiation chamber consists of a sample cavity in which the plastic sample tray sits.
	The sample cavity is within the hinged sample chamber door.
	The door swings out from the  body of the unit to allow convenient, safe, and easy access to the sample.
	The sample tray has three ventilation access holes in its side.
	One hole is used for air ventilation to the sample chamber.
	The other holes may be used to allow instrument monitor leads to be connected to the test subject in the chamber.

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