Response Biomedical RAMP READER - Inserting a Cartridge

RAMP® System Operation
Operator’s Manual, RAMP
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A Sample ID of up to 20 alphanumeric characters can be input using the letter, number and space
keys (Section 2.1).
When all characters have been entered, press [Enter] to store the displayed Sample ID into memory.
If a letter or number has been inadvertently entered, press [Options] to clear the entry.
Alternatively, the optional Barcode Wand may be used to enter the Sample ID. If the Barcode Wand
is attached, a loud beep will sound when the ENTER SAMPLE ID prompt is displayed.
Swipe the Barcode Wand across the barcoded information in either direction. A beep will sound if the
swipe is successful. Accept the displayed information by pressing [Enter]. To erase the entry, press
[Options].
NOTE: If the Reader is operating on the internal battery and a Sample ID is not entered
within 30 seconds, the screen returns to the RUN/OPTIONS Menu. Pressing [Options] or
[Enter] after clearing all letters or numbers also returns the screen to the RUN/OPTIONS
Menu.
Once the Sample ID has been accepted and entered, the system proceeds to the ADD SAMPLE,
THEN INSERT CARTRIDGE prompt (Section 2.4.4).
2.4.4 Inserting a Cartridge
After accepting a Sample ID, the Reader activates an internal barcode detector and prompts the
operator to:
NOTE: The Reader will remain on this screen for 5 minutes or until a Cartridge is inserted.
If the sample is not available at this time or if the test is to be aborted, press [Options] to
return to the RUN/OPTIONS Menu.
Prepare a Cartridge with sample following the procedure described in the appropriate Assay Package
Insert.
Insert the Cartridge into the Cartridge Insertion Port (Figure 2-2A) by gently pushing the Cartridge
until firm resistance is felt (Figure 2-2B). Do not attempt to force the Cartridge all the way into the
slot. The Reader will automatically guide the Cartridge while reading the barcode graphic on the
bottom. The barcode contains the assay lot number and graphic markings to indicate to the Reader
that the Cartridge has been correctly inserted.
ADD SAMPLE, THEN
INSERT CARTRIDGE
ENTER SAMPLE ID:
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