HA-8190V ii
2 Introduction
Read this operating manual thoroughly before using the instrument. This operating manual gives an
overview of the instrument and the proper procedures for operation and maintenance.
Follow the instructions in this operating manual in order not to defeat the purpose of the protective features
of the instrument.
If you have had or could have had any serious incident related to the device, please report it directly to the
manufacturer or through the authorised representative and to your local regulatory authority.
If you want to obtain information included in this operating manual in a language other than English, contact
your distributor.
TAKE THE UTMOST CARE WHEN HANDLING BLOOD. This instrument uses blood as
sample and as an ingredient of control solutions. Blood may be contaminated by pathogenic
microbes that can cause infectious diseases. Improper handling of blood may cause
infection to the user or other individuals by pathogenic microbes.
This instrument is to be operated by qualified persons only. A qualified person is one having
adequate knowledge of clinical testing and the disposal of infectious waste. Thoroughly read
this operating manual before use.
Never touch the piercing nozzle, tubes, liquid waste bottle or other parts where sample may
adhere with unprotected hands. During cleaning or maintenance of these parts, wear
protective gloves to prevent exposure to pathogenic microbes.
Discard used samples, liquid waste, parts and instrument in accordance with local
regulations for biohazardous waste.
This product contains natural rubber latex which may cause allergic reactions. If you feel
unwell, immediately stop using the product and consult a doctor.
If eluent or hemolysis washing solution spills onto the countertop or floor, immediately and
carefully wipe it up with a cloth, then rinse the collected liquid from the cloth with plenty of
water. If the spilled liquid dries and crystallizes, wipe up the spill using a cloth moistened
with water. Then, rinse the collected liquid from the cloth with plenty of water. Never contact
crystals with reducing agents such as alcohol or ascorbic acid.
Dilute any remaining reagent in eluent packs and hemolysis washing solution bottles with
plenty of water, before discarding.
Each measurement result includes a patient ID so that the result can be associated with its
personal health information. Measurement results should be viewed, printed, output or
deleted by authorized persons only and always handled with extreme care by every
operator. The authorized persons mentioned above do not require any special IT skills or
training, but should read the operating manual before first use for a proper understanding.
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• The information in this operating manual is subject to change without notice.
• ARKRAY, Inc. has made every effort to prepare this operating manual as best as possible. Should you discover
anything strange, incorrect or missing, contact your distributor.