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Abaxis, V
etScan, V
etScan VS2,
and
iQC
are
registered
trademarks
of Abaxis.
U.S. Patent Nos. 5,061,381,
5,275,016, 5,304,348, 5,403,415,
5,413,732, 5,457,053
©
2009, Abaxis, Inc.
Union City
, CA
94587
1
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Table of Contents
Main Page
Table of Contents
3
Section 1: Quick Reference Guide
7
Analyzer Overview
7
Front View
7
Back View
7
Installation Guidelines
8
Step 1: Unpack the Vetscan VS2 Analyzer and Accessories
8
Step 2: Set up Electrical Connections
8
Step 3: Install Printer Paper Roll
9
Step 4: Set System Parameters
10
If You Have Problems
10
Guidelines for Obtaining and Using Samples
11
Step 1: Prepare the Reagent Rotor
11
Step 2: Obtain a Sample
11
Step 3: Add Sample to the Rotor
14
Step 4: Analyze the Sample
16
Section 2: General Information
17
Intended Use
17
Introducing the Vetscan VS2
17
Abaxis Technical Service
18
Symbols Used in Labeling
18
Frequently Asked Questions
19
General Questions
19
Analyzer Setup
20
Samples
21
Rotors
21
Testing and Results
22
Section 3: Set up and Analyzer Description
25
Unpacking the Analyzer
25
Setting up the Analyzer
26
Analyzer and Environmental Specifications
29
Vetscan VS2 Chemistry Analyzer Overview
30
Touchscreen
31
Reagent Rotors
32
Section 4: Test Procedure and Results
33
Introduction to Testing
33
Collecting Samples
34
Adding a Sample to the Rotor
35
Running Tests
37
Canceling an Analysis
44
Using Test Results
45
Test Procedure Summary
46
Vetscan VS2 Chemistry Analyzer
46
Reagent Rotors
47
Samples
47
Handling Samples
48
Section 5: Configuring the Analyzer
49
Using the Settings Screens
50
Customizing Reference Ranges
50
Modifying Reference Ranges of a Single Analyte
51
Modifying the Reference Ranges for a Species
52
Adding a Species
53
Removing a Species
57
Printing and Archiving Reference Ranges
58
Retrieving Reference Ranges
59
Transmitting Reference Ranges
60
Viewing Analyzer Identification
61
Changing Date and Time
62
Selecting the Language
63
Selecting Units
64
Setting Sound Volumes
70
Adjusting the Display
71
Configuring Printers
74
Setting the Default Printer
74
Testing a Printer
75
Printers Supported by the Vetscan VS2
75
Selecting Reports
76
Setting Communication Protocol
77
Setting Optional Advanced Functions
78
Section 6: Recalling Results
81
Troubleshooting Flags
81
Recalling the Last Rotor Results
82
Searching Results
83
Searching for Results by Patient/Control ID
84
Searching for Results by Date
85
Viewing Patient Results or Control Results by Date
86
Browsing Results
87
Transmitting Results
89
Section 7: Calibration and Quality Control
91
Calibration
91
Quality Control Features
91
Running Controls
93
Section 8: Troubleshooting
97
Using Analyzer Messages
97
Contacting Abaxis Technical Service
97
Instrument and Result Messages
98
Chemistry Suppression
98
Rotor Cancellation
98
Symbols on the Results Printout
98
Out-Of-Range Samples
99
Rotor Cancellations and Procedures
99
Sample Dilution
100
Dilution of Sample 1:1 with Saline
100
Reinitializing the Analyzer
100
Section 9: Principles of Procedure and Operation
103
Principles of Procedure
103
Principles of Operation
104
Rate Methods
105
Endpoint Reactions
106
Section 10: Maintenance and Service
107
Cleaning the Analyzer
107
Cleaning the Case
107
Cleaning the Display
107
Cleaning Spills
108
Cleaning the Air Filter
108
Changing an Air Filter with a Cover
109
Changing an Air Filter Without a Cover
110
Updating the Analyzer Software
111
Returning the Analyzer for Service
112
Section 11: Connecting to an External Computer
113
Transmission Specifications
114
Enabling the Vetscan VS2 Communication Protocol
114
Installing the Windows 2000/XP Driver
115
Installing the Windows Vista Driver
119
Installing the Mac os X Driver
123
Installing the Linux Driver
125
Using Hyperterminal
126
Setting up Hyperterminal
126
Capturing and Transmitting Results
128
Section 12: Ordering Information
129
Required Materials
129
Ordering Information
129
Vetscan Reagent Rotors
130
Optional Materials
130
Section A: Iqc Codes
131
Using Iqc Codes for Troubleshooting
131
Section B: Supported Printers
135
Printers Supported by the Vetscan VS2
135
Section C: Methods Performance
137
Materials Required
137
Index
147
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