1 Introduction
301-7146 English Rev B 11/02/2011 Operator’s Manual NA 19
Do not install the system during lightning activity. For protection during
lightning storms and power surges, contact your facility electrical
department.
For added protection of the equipment during lightning and power surges,
always unplug the power cord and the LIS connection. If the instrument
is not used for a long period of time, unplug the power cord and the LIS
connection.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove any panel unless
under the direction of qualified personnel.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use an extension cord,
receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be inserted completely
with three-wire grounding type to prevent blade exposure.
Do not block any ventilation openings.
WARNING: For continued protection against risk of fire and hazard,
replace only with the same type and rating fuse.
WARNING: Equipment requires connection to protective earth ground for
safety reasons.
WARNING: The instrument’s main supply inlet is being used as the
mains disconnect device.
CAUTION: Do NOT leave the test strips in the module for more than 5
days. If test strips are exposed to the air too long, they may absorb
moisture or collect dust, causing incorrect results. Best practice is to
allow the chamber to empty completely before adding new strips.
CAUTION: Do NOT touch the reagent pad of a test strip; this may cause
incorrect results. Do NOT use expired test strips or any test strip if the
reagent pads show any signs of discoloration, deformation or
deterioration. Read the package insert of the test strips carefully.