Chapter 1 Before Use
HA-8190V 1-14
Inside view
No. Component Description
a Internal barcode reader Reads sample IDs and calibration information from the barcode labels on sample
tubes.
b Dilution container unit Dilutes sample and washes the piercing nozzle in the dilution container.
c Piercing nozzle Cap-piercing nozzle for aspirating samples
d Temperature control box Keeps the column at a proper temperature.
e Leak tray
(below dilution container)
Collects leaking liquid from the dilution container for leak detection.
Measurements cannot be performed if a leak is detected.
f Chamber Detects the levels of eluents A, B and CV to show a message when the levels are
low. Removes large air bubbles.
g Leak tray
(below chambers)
Collects leaking liquid from the chambers for leak detection. Measurements
cannot be performed if a leak is detected.
h Leak tray
(for drain unit)
Collects leaking liquid from the drain pinch valve tubes. Measurements cannot be
performed if a leak is detected.
i Drain pinch valves Controls flow of liquid waste.
j Column Fractionates sample into multiple hemoglobin components.
k Leak tray
(below column)
Collects leaking liquid from the high pressure tube for leak detection.
Measurements cannot be performed if a leak is detected.
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Analysis section