Page 10 of 159
1 For Your Safety
1.1 Who Should Use This Manual
This User Manual is intended for clinical laboratory professionals using the ‘ELite 5’
automated hematology analyzer. The Manual includes information about the operation and
user interface of the ‘ELite 5’ analyzer.
It also contains basic steps necessary to perform the setup procedures to adapt 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.
1.2 Special symbols used in this Manual
Label
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.
1.3 General Precautions
The analyzer weighs 35kg (~77lbs).Please do not attempt to move it alone. The
analyzer should always be moved by two persons holding the analyzers 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.
To prepare the analyzer for shipping, storage or extended periods of inactivity,
please drain the reagents and repackage the ‘ELite 5’ in its original packaging. Do
not expose the ‘ELite 5’ to direct sunlight, extreme temperature or humidity (>80%).
The analyzer operates with chemically and biologically active reagents. Physical
contact with these reagents should be avoided. Please read reagent descriptions
carefully for possible emergency actions.
To Next Page
Loading...
