Roche Diagnostics
Instructions for Use · Version 13.0 305
cobas b 123 POC system 11 Consumable change
Changing consumables
p To change the AutoQC Pack
WARNING
Inappropriate disposal of AutoQC Pack may cause environmental harm
Used AutoQC Packs may contain trace amounts of hazardous liquids. Inappropriate
disposal may result in infection and environmental harm.
r Treat used AutoQC Packs as biohazardous waste and dispose it according to the local
regulations. For more information, contact your Roche Service representative.
r Prevent direct contact by wearing 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
r If you spill contents from the AutoQC Pack, wipe it up immediately and apply a
disinfectant.
r If contents from the AutoQC Pack come into contact with your skin, wash the affected
area immediately with soap and water and apply a disinfectant. Consult a physician.
CAUTION
Removing the AutoQC Pack from the instrument may result in injury
Glass splinters from broken ampoules inside the AutoQC Pack may escape when you
remove the AutoQC Pack. This may result in personal injury.
r Wear appropriate personal protective equipment, such as protective gloves and safety
glasses.
r Prevent personal injury when handling and disposing AutoQC Packs by wearing
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
r Take extra care when working with protective gloves, which can easily be pierced or
cut, leading to personal injury.
CAUTION
Turning over an AutoQC Pack may result in spilled liquid
Reinstalling an AutoQC Pack that has been turned over may spill AutoQC material. In
addition, glass splinters from broken QC ampoules may destroy the AutoQC module.
r If you plan on reinstalling a used AutoQC Pack, keep it in an upright position when it is
outside of the instrument.
r If liquid does spill from the AutoQC Pack, wipe it up immediately and apply a
disinfectant. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
NOTICE
Inserting damaged AutoQC Packs may damage the instrument
If damaged AutoQC Packs are inserted into the cobas b 123 POC system, the AutoQC
module may become damaged.
r Before inserting AutoQC Packs into the instrument for the first time, check for possible
damage during transportation. If an AutoQC Pack shows evidence of damage, do not
insert it into the instrument.
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