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7 Unload the beads tube when prompted, using these steps:
• Hold the sample tube while pushing the aspirator arm to the left.
• Remove the tube from the SIT.
• Release the aspirator arm.
SIT cleaning occurs when the aspirator arm comes to center.
8 Decide what to do next:
• If setup is unsuccessful or if setup results are out of range, do not click
Finish. Note the message provided by the software (eg, Figure 5-5 on
page 60) and consult BD FACSCanto Clinical Software
Troubleshooting on page 199.
• If setup is successful, see Table 5-1 on page 60.
NOTICE It is important to monitor setup data for trends. See Reviewing
Levey-Jennings Reports on page 74.
Incorrect values are saved if you accept a setup that is unsuccessful or setup
results that are out of range.