Idexx VetTest User Manual

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IDEXX VetTest* Chemistry Analyzer Operator’s Manual
Screen “Failure” Messages
Screen display reads: “Analysis aborted. Press any key to continue.”
No results given.
Cause: The slide insertor tray was pushed in accidentally during analysis.
Solution: Repeat the analysis. Do not push the slide insertor tray in during analysis.
Note: Shut down and restart the VetTest analyzer if the abort was caused by
the slide insertor tray hitting the rotor.
Screen display reads: “Slide bar code failure” (single slide).
Cause: The VetTest analyzer did not properly read the slide bar code.
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screen instructions. The analyzer will prompt you to select the number on the
screen corresponding with the chemistry. After entering the correct number,
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Screen display reads: “Slide bar code failure” (multiple slides).
Cause: The VetTest analyzer did not properly read the bar code on multiple slides.
Solution: Clean the bar code reader:
1. Turn off the VetTest analyzer.
2. Remove the rotor cover.
3. Remove the two white “thumb” screws on the bridge (see illustration
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left. The bar code reader is located on the bottom left of the bridge. Look
for a silver cylinder projecting outward with a red filter inside.
Note: If the cylinder appears bent, or if the problem continues, contact
IDEXX Technical Support.
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Important: Ensure the rotor cover is refitted correctly. Light entering the
analyzer could interfere with the result readings.
8. Turn on the VetTest analyzer.
Do not unscrew any parts other than indicated.
Do not press keypad when fingers (or tools) are close to the rotor.
Do not attempt to look at light sources. UV light can damage eyes.
Do not apply any force to the rotor.

Idexx VetTest Specifications

General

Brand	Idexx
Model	VetTest
Category	Measuring Instruments
Language	English