Hologic thinprep 2000 - Pre-Operation Checklist

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
ThinPrep 2000 Processor Operator’s Manual 5A.5
5A
Pap test, Gyn ThinPrep Pap test filters (clear), and ThinPrep microscope slides. For gynecologic use,
these supplies are required for proper performance of the system and cannot be substituted with any
other items. Product performance will be compromised if other supplies are used. After use, supplies
should be disposed of in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.
The
ThinPrep 2000 System Operator’s Manual contains detailed information about the
ThinPrep 2000 System, such as the principles of operation, operating instructions, specifications, and
maintenance information. The manual also contains information on the solutions and materials
required to prepare slides with the ThinPrep 2000 Processor.
Disposable laboratory gloves — non-powdered gloves are recommended.
Lint-free wipes
Alcohol bath
with slide staining rack and standard laboratory fixative alcohol.
PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST
The following conditions should be checked before preparing a slide on the ThinPrep 2000 processor.
• Waste bottle — Make sure the fluid level of the waste bottle is below the “MAX” fill line of the
bottle. Refer to “EMPTYING WASTE BOTTLE” on page 7.2, for emptying instructions.
• Idle mode — Confirm that the instrument is powered on and in idle, or Main Menu, mode. If
the Main Menu is not displayed, follow the instructions on the display until the idle mode
appears. If the system’s power is off, refer to Chapter 2, “ThinPrep 2000 Installation”, for turn-
ing system power on.
• Filter seal O-rings — Make sure that the two O-rings at the base of the filter cap are not dry,
cracked, or in need of lubrication. Refer to Chapter 7, “Maintenance”, for lubrication and/or
replacement instructions.
• Disposable laboratory gloves — Always wear disposable laboratory gloves and other lab
safety garments when operating the ThinPrep processor.
Note : Once sample has been added to a PreservCyt Solution vial, the vial is then designated as a
PreservCyt sample vial .
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