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Awareness Technology Stat Fax 1904 Plus - User Manual

Awareness Technology Stat Fax 1904 Plus
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Stat Fax
®
1904 Plus
Operator’s Manual
Copyright 1989-2005 Awareness Technology, Inc. Revised 01/05. Doc. P1904P Rev. I
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Summary

1. Introduction

1.1 Applications and Operation Principles

Overview of the instrument's uses, summary of functions, and fundamental operating principles.

1.2 Warning Markings

Safety Symbols and Terms

Explains safety symbols and defines key safety terms used in the manual.

1.3 Safety Precautions

General Safety Guidelines

Covers reading instructions, servicing, PPE, operating, power, grounding, installation, and ventilation precautions.

1.3 Safety Precautions (continued)

Operational and Environmental Safety

Addresses precautions for fuse use, circuitry, dust, failures, wet conditions, atmospheres, and biohazards.

1.4 Installation

1.4.1 General Installation Steps

Covers unpacking, mounting, power, cords, grounding, and voltage selection.

1.4 Installation (continued)

Power, Fuse, and Paper Installation

Details power requirements, fuse specifications, and printer paper installation.

1.4 Installation (continued)

1.4.3 Checkout Procedure

Outlines the procedure to verify proper instrument installation and function.

1.5 Parts and Controls

1.5.1 Instrument Components

Identifies and labels the major parts and controls of the instrument.

1.5 Parts and Controls (continued)

1.5.2 Keyboard Functions

Explains the functions of each key on the instrument's keyboard.

1.6 Instrument Specifications

Performance Specifications

Details measurement range, accuracy, stability, light source, wavelengths, filters, and tube size.

Operational and Physical Specifications

Covers temperature, warm-up times, lamp saver, speed, display, printer, keyboard, modes, power, enclosure, dimensions, and weight.

Environmental Conditions for Safe Operation

Recommended Operating Environment

Specifies recommended temperature, humidity, and optional accessories.

2. Operating Procedures

2.1 General Functions

Covers startup, navigating the ALT menu, and basic operations.

2.1 General Functions (continued)

Time, Lamp Warm Up, and Temperature Control

Details setting time, lamp warm-up, and temperature control for block and cell.

2.1 General Functions (continued)

Selecting Mode and Filter

Guides on selecting modes of operation and filter wavelengths.

2.2 General Operation

Bichromatic Operation, Blanking, and Tube Reading

Discusses bichromatic readings, blanking, and essential tips for reading tubes.

2.2 General Operation (continued)

2.2.3 Unit of Measurement Codes

Lists the available unit codes for concentration labeling.

2.2 General Operation (continued)

2.2.4 Ranges and 2.2.5 Printer Configuration

Details setting ranges for interpretation and configuring printer output.

2.2 General Operation (continued)

Lamp Saver and Error Messages

Describes the lamp saver feature and explains flags and error messages.

2.2 General Operation (continued)

2.2.8 Calibration and Linearity

Discusses instrument calibration and linearity verification.

2.3 Modes of Operation

2.3.1 Absorbance Mode

Explains how to read and print sample absorbances at selected wavelengths.

2.3 Modes of Operation (continued)

2.3.2 Single Standard Mode

Describes calculating concentrations using a single standard.

2.3 Modes of Operation (continued)

2.3.3 Factor Mode

Explains how to calculate concentrations using a predetermined factor.

2.3.4 Programmable Mode (Multipoint)

Details how to create a standard curve using multiple standards.

2.3 Modes of Operation (continued)

2.3.5 Multipoint % Abs Mode

Describes calculating results as a percentage of the first calibrator.

2.3 Modes of Operation (continued)

2.3.6 Rate Mode

Explains how to determine concentration by measuring the rate of absorbance change.

2.3 Modes of Operation (continuation)

Rate Mode Variations

Details Fixed Time Kinetic and Batch Mode operations within the Rate Mode.

2.3 Modes of Operation (continuation)

Batch Mode Information

Explains how to run multiple samples in batch mode.

2.4 Test Menus

2.4.1 Pre-programmed Test Names

Describes the built-in menu of 30 pre-programmed assays.

Test Menu Operations

Covers first use, saving, and recalling tests from the menu.

2.4 Test Menus (continuation)

2.4.2 User Test Menu

Guides on creating custom user tests not found in the pre-programmed menu.

Editing and Deleting Tests

Explains how to edit saved tests and delete stored tests from memory.

3. Additional Tips and Information

3.1 Restoring Electronic Calibration

Provides instructions for restoring electronic calibration if data is lost.

3.2 Operating Precautions

3.2.1 Minimize Operator Error

Offers precautions to minimize operator error and ensure quality results.

3.3 Maintenance and Service

3.3.1 Preventing Trouble

Provides advice on installation and operating conditions to prevent issues.

3.3.2 Troubleshooting Guide

Offers guidelines for isolating and correcting common instrument problems.

3.3 Maintenance and Service (continuation)

Common Troubleshooting Problems

Addresses issues like incorrect answers, poor reproducibility, and printing problems.

3.4 Accessories

3.4.1 Mosquito

Describes the Mosquito™ aspiration cell accessory.

3.4 Accessories (continuation)

3.4.2 REDI-CHECK

Describes the REDI-CHECK® photometer check set.

4. References

Engineering Data Source

Lists engineering data source.

REDI-CHECK Information Source

Lists information source for REDI-CHECK kit.

5. Sample Printouts

Absorbance, Factor, and Standard Modes

Displays sample printouts for Absorbance, Factor, and Standard Modes.

Multipoint Modes

Displays sample printouts for Multipoint and Multipoint %Abs Modes.

5. Sample Printouts (continuation)

Rate Mode Printouts

Shows sample printouts and plots for the Rate Mode.

5. Sample Printouts (continuation)

Batch and Fixed Time Modes

Displays sample printouts for Batch Mode and Fixed Time Mode operations.

6. User Test Menu Log

Test Log Template

Provides a template for logging user-defined tests and parameters.

7. Contact Information

Dealer Support

Information on contacting the instrument dealer for support.

Awareness Technology Support

Contact details for support staff at Awareness Technology.

Awareness Technology Stat Fax 1904 Plus Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeMicroplate Reader
IncubatorNo
DisplayLCD
InterfaceRS-232
Light SourceTungsten Halogen Lamp
Photometric Range0-3.0 OD
PrinterOptional
Read ModeKinetic
Plate Type96-well
Weight7 kg
Power Supply50/60 Hz
Aspiration VolumeNot applicable

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