Roche cobas b 123 User Manual

Roche Diagnostics
18 Instructions for Use · Version 13.0
1 Safety information cobas b 123 POC system
Safety precautions
Safety precautions
CAUTION
To avoid serious or fatal injury, read and comply with the following safety
precautions.
Operator qualification
Insufficient knowledge and skills As an operator, ensure that you know the relevant safety precaution guidelines and
standards and the information and procedures contained in these instructions.
o Do not carry out operation and maintenance unless a Roche representative has
trained you or your trainer to do so.
o Leave maintenance, installation, or service that is not described to trained Roche
Service representatives.
o Carefully follow the procedures specified in the instructions for operation and
maintenance.
o Follow standard laboratory practices, especially when you work with
biohazardous material.
Safe and proper use of the system
WARNING
Personal injury and infection due to sharps, rough edges, and/or moving parts
r Good Laboratory Practice can reduce the risk of injury. Be aware of your laboratory
environment, well-prepared, and follow the instructions for use. Some areas of the
instrument may have sharps, rough edges, and/or moving parts. Wear personal
protective equipment to minimize the risk of injury from bodily contact with such parts,
especially in less accessible areas, or while cleaning the instrument. Your personal
protective equipment should be appropriate to the degree and type of potential hazard,
e.g. suitable lab gloves, eye protection, lab coat, and footwear.
WARNING
Missing personal protective equipment
Working without personal protective equipment means danger to life or health. Using the
instrument in a way that is not described by the manufacturer can impair the protection
provided.
r Wear appropriate personal protective equipment, such as:
o Lab gloves
o Lab coat
o Eye protection
o Face shield if there is a chance of splashing or splattering
System not used for an extended
period
o If the system will not be used for more than 24 hours, put the system out of
operation.
o Remove and refrigerate any remaining reagents.
o For further information, call your Roche Service representative.
Non-approved parts Use of non-approved parts or devices may result in malfunction of the system and
may render the warranty null and void.
o Use only parts and devices approved by Roche Diagnostics.

Roche cobas b 123 Specifications

General

Brand	Roche
Model	cobas b 123
Category	Medical Equipment
Language	English