7 Service and Maitenance 7-29
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Check the marks inside the probe arm cover to see the orientation of the
cover. Install the cover back to the probe arm.
CAUTION
The marks inside the probe arm cover are shown in the
figure below.Do not squeeze the tube when installing the
probe arm cover.
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Pull the probe arm to its highest point and rotate it to move the probe to a
position above the wash pool.
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Load the sample/reagent disk.
NOTE
A bent or damaged probe will lead to unreliable test results and
should be replaced immediately.
7.6.5 Replacing Probe
If the probe is bent or damaged, it must be replaced immediately. Follow the
procedure given below to replace the damaged or bent probe.
WARNING
The probe tip is sharp and can cause puncture wounds. To prevent
injury, exercise caution when working around the probe.
BIOHAZARD
Wear gloves and lab coat and, if necessary, goggles.
CAUTION
Please use Mindray-recommended consumables. Other
consumables may affect the system performance.
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Remove the probe by following the procedure in 7.6.4.1 Removing Probe.
BIOHAZARD
Dispose of the bent or damaged probe in accordance with
your local or national guidelines for biohazard waste
disposal.