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2.4 Environmental Factors
Operate the ‘Abacus 5’ analyzer within the ambient temperature range of 15-30°C (59-86 °F) and a relative humidity
range of 10% - 80%. The optimum operating temperature is 25°C (~77°F).
The ‘Abacus 5’ analyzer should be stored within the temperature range of 5-35°C (41-95 °F). Avoid exposing the
‘Abacus 5’ analyzer to direct sunlight or to extreme high or low temperatures. If the ‘Abacus 5’ analyzer was
subjected to extreme temperatures during shipment or storage, the analyzer must be placed for at least one hour in
a room whose temperature is within the operational range before installation or use.
Reagents should be stored at a temperature range of 15-30°C (59-86 °F). Reagents may experience a temperature
range of at most 5-35°C (41-95 °F) for a maximum of 3 days.
The analyzer should be placed in a well-ventilated location.
Operation at an altitude above 3000 meters (9800 ft) is not recommended.
2.5 Electrical Requirements
The analyzer should only be operated from a wall outlet meeting these power input requirements:
100-127VAC/200-240VAC; 47Hz to 63Hz
Power Consumption: maximum 400 VA
Please ensure that the wall outlet is also capable of supplying the power consumption of any additional devices (such
as a printer).
Use only the power cord supplied with the instrument. Avoid using extension cords. The ‘Abacus 5’ analyzer comes
with a power cord appropriate for your power system. Proper use of the appropriate power cord assures adequate
grounding of the system. If the power is not reliable, contact your representative for options such as the installation
of an external UPS module.
Failure to properly ground the ‘Abacus 5’ bypasses important safety features and may
result in electrical hazard.
The instrument should not be placed near potentially interfering devices capable of emitting radio frequencies (e.g.
radio or television transmitters/receivers, radars, centrifuges, X-ray devices, fans, etc.).
This analyzer is designed to be safe for transient voltages to INSTALLATION CATEGORY II and POLLUTION DEGREE 2.
2.6 Space Requirements
It is important to install the instrument in a suitable location. A poor location can adversely affect its performance.
Select a well-ventilated location near a power source and close to a suitable drain.
Place the unit on a clean, level surface. Leave at least 0.5 m (18 inches) space on both sides and above the instrument
to access pneumatics. A minimum of 0.2 m (8 inches) must be maintained between the rear panel and the wall to
allow for heat dissipation and tubing clearance.
Ensure there is enough clearance in front of the ‘Abacus 5’ analyzer to open the front panel. Allow enough space if
you want to use optional external keyboard, mouse or bar code reader.
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