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vitharana
vitharana
Film processor QC
Aug 20 2010, 12:08 AM EDT | Post edited: Aug 20 2010, 12:08 AM EDT
This may not be relevant to many of you who use filmless imaging. But if you are still using films and processors what is the correct frequency of washing/cleaning roller racks? Do you find this valuable?    
eliseleblanc
eliseleblanc
1. RE: Film processor QC
Aug 25 2010, 8:55 PM EDT | Post edited: Aug 25 2010, 8:55 PM EDT
Hi Vitharana,

The Canadian regulations simply say the film transport mechanism of film processors must be cleaned frequently [1]. A site I visited that still used film cleaned their roller racks weekly. The manufacturer recommendation might be a good place to start. The danger in not cleaning them often enough, as I'm sure you know, is that debris on the racks scratches the film causing artifacts. As long as you clean them often enough to prevent this, it should be O.K.

1. Health Canada. Safety Code 35: Safety Procedures for the Installation, Use and Control of X-ray Equipment in Large Medical Radiological Facilities. 2008. http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/ewh-semt/alt_formats/hecs-sesc/pdf/pubs/radiation/safety-code_35-securite/safety-code35-securite-eng.pdf
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