124 Performing a QC test
Roche Diagnostics
cobas
®
pulse · Software version 01.03 · User Assistance · Publication version 1.0
4 CAUTION! Close the test strip container immediately
after removing the test strip.
When prompted, insert a test strip by doing the
following:
• Remove the test strip from the test strip container
and then close it.
• Insert the test strip into the test strip port as far as
it will go.
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The test strip port light color briefly turns blue
(test strip is recognized and checked), and then
turns white (instrument is ready for sample
application).
An audible signal is emitted.
f The instrument performs checks and notifies you
of any issues.
5 CAUTION! Do not apply the QC material to the top of
the test strip.
When prompted, apply the QC material to the front
edge of the test strip.
Ensure that the test strip port is above or on the same
level as the QC material.
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The time remaining in which to apply the QC
material is shown at the bottom of the screen.
When sufficient QC material has been applied, the
test strip port light color turns blue.
An audible signal is emitted.
f The QC test is processed after which the Eject
test strip dialog box is displayed.
Eject test strip
Touch and hold
6 CAUTION! When you eject the test strip, ensure that
you dispose of it in accordance with the applicable
regulations.
Never pull out the test strip.
Hold the instrument vertically over the waste
container.
In the Eject test strip dialog box, touch and hold the
button until the blue progress indicator has
encircled the button.
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The test strip port light color turns magenta.
f The test strip is loosened and falls into the waste
container.
If it does not, gently shake the instrument to help
test strip to fall out.
5 Routine operation
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