Kodak X-Omat M35-A
Kodak · Model X-Omat M35-A
Film Processor The KODAK M35 and M35A X-OMAT Processors are designed to process medical x-ray sheet or roll film that can be processed in KODAK RP X-OMAT Developer Replenisher and in KODAK RP X-OMAT Fixer and Replenisher. This self-threading roller transport system has: a film-length detection system, a replenishment system, a developer solution filter, a recirculation system for the developer and fixer solutions, and an automatic standby feature. The transport speed is 30 inches per minute or 2 minutes and 20 seconds drop time (dry to dry) for a 24 cm sheet of film. The developer temperature is the standard 33.3°C ±0.3°C (92.0°F ±0.5°F). The immersion time in the developer solution is 33 seconds. A film feed signal sounds 3 seconds after the film being processed has cleared the rollers of the Detector Crossover Assembly. This indicates that the processor is ready to accept another piece of film.
Key tips
- ·Never bypass a radiation interlock to "just get the image" - this is one of the few true zero-tolerance rules in BMET work.
- ·Trend image-quality phantom results over time - drift shows up before an outright failure does.
- ·Portable/mobile units take real physical abuse from transport - check wheel locks and cable strain reliefs more often than fixed units.
Typical Failure Modes
Failure patterns typical of this equipment class - general BMET reference, not verified against this exact unit's own service history unless flagged. Severity is a category-level estimate.
Developer / fixer chemistry exhaustion
HighSymptoms: Streaked, fogged, or underdeveloped films.
Root cause: Chemistry depleted past replenishment capacity, or contaminated.
Transport roller jam / film scratch
HighSymptoms: Film jams mid-cycle, or exits scratched.
Root cause: Worn transport rollers or guide shoes.
Dryer section fault
MediumSymptoms: Films exit wet or tacky.
Root cause: Dryer heater element or blower failure.
Replenishment pump failure
MediumSymptoms: Gradual image-quality drift across a batch.
Root cause: Worn peristaltic tubing or pump motor.
Serviceable Parts & Consumables
The parts a BMET typically services on this class of equipment. Service class and relative cost are general engineering estimates for the category, not figures from this unit's documentation. Part numbers appear only when pulled from this unit's own service manual. Always confirm intervals and pricing against the manufacturer.
Developer / fixer tank & filter
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $$R&R Fairly easy
Transport roller rack / set
High wear; inspect for emulsion buildup.
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $$$R&R Moderate
Replenishment pump tubing
Consumable; peristaltic tube wear.
Class Frequent wear itemRel. cost $R&R Fairly easy
Dryer heater element
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $$R&R Moderate
| Part | Service class | Relative cost | R&R difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Developer / fixer tank & filter | Periodic replacement | $$ | Fairly easy |
| Transport roller rack / set High wear; inspect for emulsion buildup. | Periodic replacement | $$$ | Moderate |
| Replenishment pump tubing Consumable; peristaltic tube wear. | Frequent wear item | $ | Fairly easy |
| Dryer heater element | Periodic replacement | $$ | Moderate |
Relative cost: $ lowest · $$$$ highest service-part cost for this equipment class. Not a price.
PM Checklist
Preventive-maintenance tasks typical of this equipment class. Perform to the manufacturer's procedure and your facility's policy - this is general reference, not a schedule for this specific unit.
- ·Daily QC per modality: image-quality phantom test
- ·Tube and detector inspection
- ·Annual state-required radiation safety survey
- ·Vendor-scheduled preventive maintenance
Troubleshooting Approach
A structured starting point derived from the failure modes above. Follow the manufacturer's service documentation for the actual procedure.
Symptom: Developer / fixer chemistry exhaustion
- Confirm the presentation - typically streaked, fogged, or underdeveloped films - and note the exact alarm or message and the conditions when it occurs.
- Check the most likely cause first: chemistry depleted past replenishment capacity, or contaminated.
- Isolate the affected subsystem using the manufacturer's functional check or self-test, where one is provided.
- If the fault is confirmed and not a field adjustment, service or replace the transport roller rack / set per the manufacturer's service documentation.
- Return the device to service only after the manufacturer's functional and applicable electrical-safety checks pass.
- Record the findings, any parts used, and the verification results in the maintenance history.
Symptom: Transport roller jam / film scratch
- Confirm the presentation - typically film jams mid-cycle, or exits scratched - and note the exact alarm or message and the conditions when it occurs.
- Check the most likely cause first: worn transport rollers or guide shoes.
- Isolate the affected subsystem using the manufacturer's functional check or self-test, where one is provided.
- If the fault is confirmed and not a field adjustment, service or replace the replenishment pump tubing per the manufacturer's service documentation.
- Return the device to service only after the manufacturer's functional and applicable electrical-safety checks pass.
- Record the findings, any parts used, and the verification results in the maintenance history.
Typical Location
Where this class of equipment is typically deployed - general reference, not this unit's own placement record.
- Radiology / Imaging department
- Emergency Department (portable units)
- Operating Room (C-arms)
- Cath lab
- Bedside ICU (portable X-ray)
Documents & Manuals
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