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General| Power Requirements | 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz |
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| Connectivity | USB, Ethernet |
| Display | Touchscreen LCD |
| Sample Volume | 100 µL |
| Category | Veterinary Chemistry Analyzer |
| Sample Type | Whole blood, serum, plasma |
Explains the meaning of WARNING, CAUTION, IMPORTANT, and NOTE symbols used in the manual.
Outlines essential safety measures and user responsibilities before operating the analyzer.
Details precautions for handling biohazardous materials and proper waste disposal procedures.
Warns about potential explosive hazards and safe usage around flammable gases.
Covers electrical safety precautions, including grounding, power supply, and cable connections.
Explains EMC compliance and measures to mitigate radio frequency interference.
Advises caution regarding moving parts to prevent injury, entanglement, or biohazard.
Specifies environmental and electrical conditions required for proper equipment installation.
Notes that analyzer errors may affect the accuracy of diagnostic test results.
Provides handling, storage, and usage instructions for DRI-CHEM SLIDES.
Explains the function and usage of QC cards for slide compensation and data input.
Details safety procedures and precautions for handling biological samples.
Emphasizes securing the sampler cover for safety and biohazard prevention during operation.
Covers handling precautions and requirements for diluents and reference fluids.
Instructions for preparing and handling disposable consumables like tips and cups.
Safety warnings and procedures for replacing the hot light source lamp.
Guidance on using specified recording paper for the printer to prevent damage.
Identifies and explains the purpose of various warning labels on the analyzer.
Identifies and illustrates the main physical components of the analyzer with labels.
Describes the user interface elements and their functions on the analyzer's touch panel.
Explains the main screen and its navigation buttons like Control and Measurement.
Details how to input sample information (ID, type, dilution) and prepare for testing.
Describes the menu for accessing various analyzer settings and functions like maintenance.
Explains how to search, view, and retransmit past test results.
Describes how to access help topics, item details, and step-by-step procedures.
Explains the on-screen keyboards used for data input and their functions.
Details the numeric keypad input method for entering numerical data.
Details the keyboard for entering text, numbers, and symbols.
Procedure for loading slides into the analyzer, including QC card reading.
Procedure for loading sample tubes, reference fluid, and mixing cups.
Explains the process of sample aspiration, spotting, and mixing with diluent.
Describes the incubation process for CM and ISE slides within the analyzer.
Explains how the analyzer reads slide data using photometer and potentiometer heads.
Procedures for safely discarding used slides, tips, and other consumables.
Steps to prepare the analyzer for operation, including daily maintenance checks.
Checklist for daily maintenance tasks performed before starting the analyzer.
Specific steps for initial power-on and daily checks before operation.
Steps for powering on the analyzer and ensuring safety protocols are followed.
Checklist for daily maintenance tasks performed after completing operations.
Procedures for safely powering down the analyzer and performing final checks.
Instructions for assembling and correctly using sample racks for sample tubes.
Guidance on preparing plasma and serum samples from blood collection tubes.
Details on using QC cards for data input, compensation, and ensuring uniform performance.
Overview of the measurement process, including sample and slide preparation.
Step-by-step guide for performing standard colorimetric measurements.
Instructions for using the WORK LIST feature to obtain test requests from a host PC.
Specific procedures and precautions for performing Ion Selective Electrode (ISE) tests.
Guidance on performing tests that require sample dilution, including setting factors.
Rules for correctly arranging slides in the cartridge for analysis to avoid errors.
Procedure for re-running tests, especially after errors or to change parameters.
Information on using the barcode reader for efficient sample identification.
Step-by-step guide for operating the sample barcode reader with the analyzer.
How to edit sample identification details for test results and transmit to host computer.
Overview of maintenance tasks for users and their recommended intervals.
Procedure for cleaning the analyzer's air filters to maintain optimal performance.
Maintenance for critical internal components to ensure test accuracy and prevent errors.
Procedure for cleaning the slide reading mechanism to prevent errors and ensure accurate readings.
Steps to replace the paper roll in the analyzer's printer when it runs out.
Instructions for replacing and cleaning the analyzer's light source lamp for optimal performance.
Procedures for inspecting and replacing the sampler O-ring to ensure accurate sample volumes.
Explains how analyzer errors are displayed, printed, and their implications on test results.
A comprehensive list of error codes, their descriptions, reference sections, and page numbers.
Table detailing specific printout messages and their corresponding solutions.
General troubleshooting procedures and notes for resolving analyzer issues.
Solutions for issues encountered when starting the analyzer after power-on.
Troubleshooting steps for display malfunctions and printer errors like paper jams.
Steps to resolve errors related to the slide reader and slide information.
Common errors related to the sampler module, such as tip detection and aspiration.
Troubleshooting steps for errors originating from the photometer system, including lamp and filter issues.
Solutions for errors occurring during sample or slide transfer between modules.
Steps to address issues with incubator temperature control for accurate incubation.
Troubleshooting for errors indicating circuit board issues or memory problems.
Solutions for errors related to reading QC or DI cards used for calibration.
Troubleshooting for incorrect slide loading, missing slides, or sample type mismatches.
Specific error handling and troubleshooting for Ion Selective Electrode (ISE) tests.
Troubleshooting communication issues and barcode reader connectivity problems.
Solutions for miscellaneous errors not covered in other categories, such as keyboard or disposal box issues.
Overview of the analyzer's modes (normal, administrator) and how to access settings.
Table outlining mode functions, main setting menus, sub-setting menus, and reference pages.
Guide on navigating the mode function menu and selecting options, including administrator mode access.
Details on using the control mode for specific calibration checks and coefficient resets.
How to activate and use the control mode.
Procedure for setting and registering the analyzer's date and time.
How to adjust the brightness of the analyzer's touch screen display for optimal visibility.
Settings for adjusting buzzer volumes for error warnings and test completion sounds.
How to set the volume and tone for error alerts generated by the analyzer.
How to set the volume and tone for test completion alerts and notifications.
Settings for managing the light source lamp's operation and resetting its cumulative illumination time.
How to view system information such as error logs, temperature, and lot data.
Accessing and viewing the recorded error history, including details and timestamps.
Displaying internal incubator and room temperature and humidity readings.
Viewing stored slide lot numbers, test names, and expiration dates.
Displaying information read from DI cards, including test names and DI values.
Configuring external communication interfaces, language, and barcode reader settings.
How to select the user interface language from available options.
Setting the preferred date format for the analyzer's display and logs.
Configuring connections to a host computer via serial or LAN for data transfer.
Setting up the sample barcode reader for use with the analyzer's USB connector.
Customizing how results, indicators, and information are displayed on the analyzer.
Setting measurement units (e.g., mg/dL to mmol/L) for different tests.
Configuring how out-of-range values are displayed, using symbols or plain values.
Setting and editing reference intervals for each test and sample type for diagnostic interpretation.
Options for displaying indicators and printing reference intervals with test results.
Configuring the display and saving of sample numbers and IDs, including sequence number handling.
Setting how the work list is displayed and selected by sample ID or patient name.
Advanced settings for test parameters, coefficients, and calibration adjustments.
Inputting and managing correlation coefficients (a, b) for accurate test results.
Entering lot-specific compensation data (c, d, e, EXP) for slides from QC cards.
Setting default dilution factors for specific tests and sample types.
Adjusting the number of tests performed per sample in automatic sampling.
Setting the number of print sheets (1, 2, or 3) for test result reports.
Information on transmitting test results to a host computer or PC, including setup requirements.
Technical specifications and a list of standard accessories included with the analyzer.
Detailed technical parameters of the analyzer, including throughput, incubation, and environmental requirements.
List of standard accessories provided with the analyzer, such as slide cartridges and tips.
Information on available consumables and optional items for purchase.
Details on consumable products like AUTO TIPS, sample tubes, and mixing cups.
List of optional accessories that can be purchased separately, like barcode readers.
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