SMC Networks Invivo HNC-63-INT - Manual (Page 10)

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Adjust the patient so their shoulders are snug against the curved arch of the posterior
coil housing.
Positioning
the Patient
.
Firmly hold the anterior coil housing and carefully place it on the posterior coil housing.
As you lower the anterior coil housing, center and seat the RF connector pins while the
flat mating surfaces meet. Secure the latches on each side of the housing.
Slide the viewing mirror if necessary for patient viewing. Use the window on the
anterior coil housing to ensure the patient is centered properly. Using posititoning
beams, center on the anatomy to be imaged.
When lifting the anterior coil housing, always grasp the coil by the apron and the superior
end of the housing. Never lift the coil housing by the viewing window or mirror.