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Power Disruptions
When electrical power is restored following a power disruption, the 3M™ Attest™
Mini Auto-reader 490M checks the heater block temperature.
• A C1 caution code is displayed under all unoccupied incubation wells if the
temperature is below specification. The C1 caution code will clear when the
temperature reaches specification (60.0ºC +/- 2.0ºC).
• For any incubating BIs for which the result was determined prior to the power
disruption, the result is displayed when power is restored provided the BI remains
in the well.
• For any incubating BIs for which the result was not determined prior to the power
disruption:
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If the heater block temperature is within specification, readings resume as
indicated by the remaining incubation time under the BIs on the Display.
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After short power disruptions, if the heater block temperature is above 50°C,
but not within specification, a C3 caution code is displayed under affected
wells and readings are not taken. Readings resume, as indicated by the
remaining incubation time on the Display, when the temperature reaches
specification.
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If the heater block temperature is below 50°C, the E5 error code is displayed
below affected BIs. A result will not be determined, and the load/sterilizer
should be tested with a new BI per facility protocol.
Optional 3M™ Attest™ Connect
If desired, the 3M™ Attest™ Mini Auto-reader 490M may be connected to a
Personal Computer (PC) via the supplied USB cable for additional functionality.
Downloading and installing the free 3M™ Attest™ Connect Auto-reader application
allows users to:
• View current status of BIs in the 3M™ Attest™ Mini Auto-reader 490M on a PC
screen
• View and export previous BI records to create print-outs, and/or save
documentation as an electronic file.*
• Interface with compatible Instrument Tracking software systems
• Create diagnostic files for remote customer service support and trouble-shooting
• Configure 3M™ Attest™ Mini Auto-reader 490M settings
• Enable future upgrades of the 3M™ Attest™ Mini Auto-reader 490M firmware
See the OPTIONAL 3M™ Attest™ Connect Auto-reader Application section of this
manual for more details.
* Refer to your facility’s record keeping policy and procedure. The user is solely
responsible for the integrity and security of the data on their PC.
MAINTENANCE, CARE
AND CLEANING
The 3M™ Attest™ Mini Auto-reader 490M does not contain any user-serviceable
parts or require any routine maintenance or calibration. Any malfunctions will be
indicated by an error code. Refer to the Troubleshooting Guide section for error code
explanations.
Clean the exterior surface of the 3M™ Attest™ Mini Auto-reader 490M by wiping it
with a damp cloth moistened with a mild detergent. Do not attempt to clean interior
components.
CAUTION: Always unplug the 3M™ Attest™ Mini Auto-reader 490M and
allow to cool before cleaning.
Do not spill liquid onto or into the instrument. Do not immerse the unit in liquid.
Clean external surfaces using only the instructions provided by the manufacturer.
Do not open the instrument housing – there are no user-serviceable parts.
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