Foreword 8
Preventing Interference by Electromagnetic Noise
CAUTION
Electromagnetic noise may interfere with operations of the system. Do
not install devices generating excessive electromagnetic noise around
the system. Do not use such devices as mobile phones or radio
transmitters in the room housing the system. Do not use other CRT
displays around the system.
Do not use other medical instruments around the system that may
generate electromagnetic noise to interfere with their operations.
Do not use this device in close proximity to sources of strong
electromagnetic radiation (e.g. mobile phones or radio transmitters),
as these may interfere with the proper operation.
The electromagnetic environment should be evaluated prior to
operation of the device.
Operating the System
CAUTION
Operate the system strictly as instructed by this manual. Inappropriate
use of the system may lead to unreliable test results or even
equipment damage or personal injury.
Before using the system for the first time, run the calibration program
and QC program to make sure the system is in normal status.
Be sure to run the QC program every time you use the system,
otherwise the result may be unreliable.
Do not open the covers of the sample/reagent disk cover when the
system is in operation.
The RS-232 port on the analyzing unit is to be used for connection
with the operation unit only. Do not use it for other connections. Only
use the supplied cable for the connection.
The operation unit is a personal computer with the operating software
installed. Installing other software or hardware on this computer may
interfere with the system operation. Do not run other software when
the system is working.
Computer virus may destroy the operating software or test data. Do
not use this computer for other purposes or connect it to the Internet.
Do not touch the display, mouse or keyboard with wet hands or hands
with chemicals.
Do not place the Main Power to ON again within 10 seconds since
placing it to OFF; otherwise the system may enter protection status. If
it does so, switch off the Main Power and switch it on again.
Discard the cuvette after use. Do not use it again.