Roche Multiplate - Safety

Roche Diagnostics
Operator’s Manual · Version 3.0 101
Multiplate® analyzer 5 Operation
Safety
Safety
Read and understand the information in the Safety chapter
u See p. 13ff.
The following safety messages are particularly relevant:
Warning messages
o Infection by samples and associated materials (p. 18)
o Infection by waste solution (p. 19)
o Contamination of the environment by liquid and solid waste (p. 19)
Caution messages
o Skin inflammation or injury caused by reagents and other working solutions (p. 21)
Notice messages
o Malfunction due to spilled liquid (p. 23)
CAUTION
Injury and analyzer malfunction due to improper use
Unauthorized accessing of parts of the analyzer may lead to injury and malfunction. It also
may render the warranty null and void.
r Do not open or modify the analyzer unless expressly authorized by Roche.
CAUTION
Incorrect results due to operating errors by the user
Errors in operating the software and analyzer may lead to incorrect results. When
performing measurements, pay special attention to the following:
r Pipette the correct patient samples and reagents into the test cells to avoid incorrect
results. Cross-check the patient ID that is displayed on screen with the label on the
sample tube to make sure that the correct sample is measured. Reagents are color
coded. When working with the electronic pipette, the reagent color is indicated on
screen.
r When performing manual measurements, make sure to pipette the correct volumes
and liquids.
r Exchange the pipetting tip after each pipetting to avoid carry-over.
r Properly connect the sensor cables to the appropriate test cells.
r Exactly observe the incubation time when pipetting to avoid too early or too late
pipettings.
r Do not use expired test cells or expired reagents. Expired test cells might have oxidized
sensors which can lead to incorrect results.
CAUTION
Personal injury and incorrect results due to inappropriate use
Inappropriate use of the electronic pipette may lead to personal injuries and incorrect
results.
r Use the electronic pipette only when connected to the analyzer.
NOTICE
Malfunction of the electronic pipette due to faulty equipment
Faulty equipment (for example piston difficult to move, mechanically damaged
connections) may lead to malfunction.
r Before you use the electronic pipette, check it for visible damage. If you detect
damage, contact your Roche Service representative.