The Magnet Emergency Quench Button is intended for de-energizing the magnet within a few seconds to minutes in emergency situations caused by the magnetic field. An emergency applies whenever there is danger for a person to be injured due to the action of the magnetic forces, and there is no other solution than an emergency quench of the magnet. This might for example be the case when a person is squeezed and held against the magnet by a large ferromagnetic object. The force might be so high that it is impossible to remove the object and free the person without first de-energizing the magnet.

All personnel must be clearly instructed how to use the Magnet Emergency Quench Button and to use only in case of emergency.

Normally, there are two Magnet Emergency Quench Buttons installed; one in the magnet room, and one at the magnet supervising unit in the electronic cabinet. Every user should be familiar with the positions. Keep free access to the buttons.