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926 91 017 Issue 1 29
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. January 2011 ECN 638
G:\DOCUMENT CONTROL\Manuals\Chloride\926S\92691017 Sherwood M926S Operator Manual Issue 1.docx
Model 926S
Chloride Analyser
Operators
Manual
Sherwood Scientific Limited
1 The Paddocks
Cherry Hinton Road
Cambridge
CB1 8DH
UK
Copyright© 2011 Sherwood Scientific Ltd.
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Sherwood Scientific 926S Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSherwood Scientific
Model926S
CategoryMeasuring Instruments
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

Introduction

Details the M926S as a direct reading digital chloride meter for clinical samples.

Summary of the Test

Explains the instrumental analogue of traditional titrimetric methods for chloride determination.

Reagents

Recommends solutions for use with M926S, covering dilution, storage, purification, and instability.

Installation

Electrical Supply

Specifies the M926S operates at low voltage with a universal mains adapter (100-240V).

Unpacking

Provides instructions for unpacking the instrument and checking contents against the supplied list.

Assembly

Guides on fitting electrodes, stirrer, and connecting the mains adapter.

Principles of Operation

Description

Explains the M926S titration process using silver ions and conductivity changes to determine chloride.

Performance Characteristics and Specifications

Range

Specifies the measurement range for chloride as 10 to 299mmol/l.

Accuracy

Defines accuracy within ±2mmol/l at 100mmol/l level.

Linearity

States linearity within ±1mmol/l or ±1% concentration.

Reproducibility

Sets reproducibility coefficient of variance at ≤ 1.5% for 100mmol/l solution.

Stability

Defines calibration stability change limit over anode life.

Response Time

States a stable reading is displayed within 26 seconds at 100mmol/l.

Measurement Capacity

Indicates twenty samples per reagent change for 100µl or 20µl volume.

Samples

Details sample type, presentation, and selectable volume (100µl or 20µl).

Readout

Describes the LCD screen for results, units, and status.

Warm Up

Specifies a five-minute warm-up period is required.

Environmental Conditions

Lists operating and transportation temperature and humidity ranges.

Power requirements

Details mains adapter input and output specifications.

Size

Provides the physical dimensions (width, depth, height) of the instrument.

Weight

States the instrument's weight as 1.9kg (4.2lbs).

Operating Instructions

Controls and Indicators

Describes the front panel controls: display screen, 'select', 'condition', and 'titrate' buttons.

Rear Panel Components

Details rear panel connections: power switch, power input, RS232, USB A, and USB B sockets.

Operation

Provides step-by-step instructions for performing sample measurements and conditioning cycles.

RS232 Output and Printing

Explains how to connect and print results via RS232 serial interface.

USB B Output

Details connecting to computers via USB for data transfer.

Operating Precautions and Hazards

Operating Precautions

Lists important precautions for instrument use, electrode care, and sample handling.

Hazards

Highlights electrical hazards and precautions when moving the instrument.

Quality Control

General

Discusses the importance of a Quality Control programme for instrument and operator performance.

Quality Control Checks

Suggests methods for formulating a Quality Control programme, including standards and reproducibility checks.

Maintenance

General

States the M926S is designed for minimal maintenance and refers to daily tasks.

Daily

Outlines daily maintenance tasks: checking electrodes, stirrer, and cleaning the sample area.

Electrode Cleaning and Replacement

Provides detailed steps for cleaning, inspecting, and replacing electrodes.

Troubleshooting

Display not illuminated

Suggests checking power supply and switch for a blank display.

On-screen messages

Lists common on-screen alerts and their meanings.

Condition or titrate cycle inoperative

Troubleshoots issues with conditioning or titration cycles, focusing on electrodes and sample.

Reproducibly high or low results

Addresses potential causes for inaccurate results, such as standard solution or pipetting.

Non-reproducible results

Suggests checks for warm-up, pipette reproducibility, electrodes, and buffer.

Spares and Accessories

Ordering Information

Details information required when ordering spares and accessories.

Spares and Accessories

Lists available spares and accessories with catalogue numbers and quantities.

Product Warranty Statement

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