Abbott Afinion 2 - Getting Started with the Analyzer; Installing Your Analyzer

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Getting Started
Installing your analyzer
Place your Anion 2 Analyzer on a dry, clean, stable and horizontal surface. Make sure that the analyzer is located with sufcient surrounding airspace, at least 5
inches on each side. Placement of Anion 2 Analyzer should allow easy disconnection from the wall outlet at any time. Acclimate the analyzer to ambient operating
temperature (15-32°C, 59-89°F) before use.
The analyzer might be impaired by:
• Condensing humidity and water
• Heat and large temperature variations
• Direct sunlight
• Vibrations (e.g. from centrifuges and dishwashers)
• Electromagnetic radiation
• Movement of the analyzer during processing of a test cartridge
Connecting power supply
- Connect the power cable to the power supply.
- Insert the plug from the power supply into the power socket (Figure 3) in the back of the analyzer.
- Plug in the power supply to a wall outlet.
Only use the power supply and cable supplied with Anion 2 Analyzer. Any other power supplies or cables can damage the analyzer and may cause possi-
ble hazards.
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Figure 3
1 Ethernet port for connection to LIS/HIS/EMR systems. Use shielded cable.
2 USB-A connectors for printer, USB ash and barcode reader.
3 Power input for power supply connection
Connecting additional equipment
Optional equipment, not provided with your Anion 2 Analyzer are:
• External barcode reader – for reading barcoded sample or operator identication.
• Printer – for optional print out of test results.
For additional information regarding barcode reader and printer specications, please contact your local Anion 2 supplier.
Connecting the equipment should be done while the analyzer is powered off.
All equipment connected to the USB and/or Ethernet ports must have double or reinforced insulation from mains to prevent the risk of electric shock.
Connectivity
Anion 2 Analyzer can reliably transfer test information to an information system. Use the Ethernet cable to interface the Anion 2 Analyzer to an information system.
Anion 2 Analyzer automatically transfers patient and control results to a connected LIS/HIS/EMR system via TCP/IP networking using the protocols POCT1-A,
HL7, ASTM 1381-85 (low level) or ASTM 1394-97 (high level), selectable by conguration. ASTM and HL7 protocols support the transfer of patient and QC
results. POCT1-A protocol supports in addition functions such as device lockout and operator list management. Operator conguration allows for protection of
connectivity settings. When operator conguration is set to operator ID with verication, the conguration of connectivity will only be available for operators at
supervisor level. For relevant information, see chapter “Operator conguration”, page 14.
When you export data that contains patient information, it is your responsibility to comply with your local regulations on protection of personal health information.
Anion 2 Analyzer POCT1-A, ASTM and HL7 communication protocols are available at www.alere.com or by contacting your local Anion 2 supplier.