Diatron Abacus 5 - Product Support

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1 Indications for Use
The Diatron Abacus 5 System is a quantitative multi-parameter automated hematology analyzer designed for in-vitro-
diagnostic use in clinical laboratories for enumeration of the following parameters in K
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EDTA anti-coagulated venous
whole blood samples: WBC, LYM%, LYM#, MON%, MON#, NEU%, NEU#, EOS%, EOS#, BAS%, BAS#, RBC, HGB, HCT,
MCV, MCH, MCHC, RDWcv, RDWsd, PCT, PDWcv, PDWsd, PLT and MPV. The Diatron Abacus 5 is indicated for use to
identify patients with hematologic parameters within and outside of established reference ranges.
2 For Your Safety
2.1 Who Should Use This Manual
This user manual is intended for clinical laboratory professionals using the Diatron ‘Abacus 5’ automated hematology
analyzer. The manual includes information about the operation and user interface of the ‘Abacus 5’ analyzer.
It also contains basic steps necessary to perform the setup procedures to customize the operation of the analyzer to
the requirements of your laboratory.
This manual also describes daily routine maintenance requirements to keep your analyzer functioning properly.
2.2 Special Symbols Used In This Manual
Label
Meaning
Explanation
Biohazard
Blood samples and analyzer waste are potentially infectious
materials.
Corrosive
Reagents may cause corrosion or skin irritation.
Warning
General warning of possible hazard conditions.
Sharp needle warning
The sampling needle may be a hazard to the operator.
2.3 General Precautions
The sampling needle and other components inside the analyzer may cause injury, or can
get damaged if handled incorrectly. Only certified personnel should open the covers.
Running measurements with opened cover is not recommended due to the risk of possible
injury. Always wear safety gloves while performing maintenance actions.
The analyzer weighs 35kg (~77lbs).Please do not attempt to move it alone. The analyzer
should always be moved by two persons holding the analyzer by its sides in an upright
position.
Always use safe lifting procedures when lifting the analyzer.
Make sure to retain the original packaging material for safe transportation and storage in
the future.