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System Overview 37

1 Laser Station 1 (LS1)

2 Conveyor 1

3 Conveyor 2

4 Main PCB Chassis

5 Cross Drive

6 Conveyor 3

7 Sampling Station (LS2)

8 Outfeed Buffer

9 Outfeed Pusher

10 READY/STANDBY Switch

11 Infeed Pusher Arm

12 Infeed Tray

13 Display Panel

14 Rack-load Status Indicator

15 Outfeed Tray

Figure 1-28. Universal rack handler components

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Table of Contents3
1 System Overview13
Operating Principle13
Hardware Overview14
- Display and Power Panel15
- Analyzer Back View15
- External Circuit Ratings16
  - External Circuits16
  - Connected Equipment16
- Analyzer Top View16
- STT Rotate and SMP Pause Buttons17
- Pumps17
- Workstation (Front View)18
- PC (Front View)18
- PC (Back View)19
- Opening the Top Cover19
Reagents19
- Reagent Mechanisms19
- Reagent Trays20
- Reagent Tray Operation20
  - RGT Pause Button21
- Reagent Pumps21
- Reagent Container Types22
Sampling and Analysis of Photometric Tests22
- Sample Aspiration22
  - Sample Tray22
  - SMP Pause23
- Sample Aspiration and Dilution Mechanisms24
  - Dilution Pumps (DIP and DOP)24
  - Sample Pumps25
- Sample Dilution25
- Sample Delivery to Reaction Tray28
  - Sampling Mechanisms28
  - Sample Probe29
- Analysis29
- Reaction Tank34
- Spectrophotometer34
- Universal Rack Handler - Functional Description (Optional)36
Software Overview38
- Startup Window38
- Operation Panel39
- Menu Panel40
  - Other Tasks Accessed from System(S) on the Menu Panel40
Description of Software Windows41
- Request Windows41
Lab Results Converter (LRC)46
- Setup to Use LRC46
- Printing And/Or Generating a PDF from the LRC46
- Statistics Window46
- Correlation Window46
- Data Transmit Window47
- Calibration Windows47
- Maintenance Windows49
- Reagent Windows53
  - Reagent Inventory Window53
- Monitoring Reagent Positions, Number of Tests, Volumes, and Days Remaining54
- Viewing Total Test Summary56
- Viewing Cal Interval Review56
- QC Windows58
- Setup Windows61
- Other Tasks67
Version Information Window68
- ADVIA O.p68
- Controller68
- Safety Message68
- Etc69
- Memo69
Using Online Help69
- Viewing the Content70
2 Operating the System71
Start the System71
- Logging on71
- Starting the System71
- Performing a System-Assisted Startup (Start Set)72
- Checking the Analyzer73
- Set up of Daily Washes77
  - Times Required to Perform Prime, Washes, and Cell Blank78
Daily Operation78
- Using Workorders78
- Creating a Profile81
- Creating a Load List81
Loading Patient Samples82
- Loading Patient Samples on the STT82
Methods Introduction83
- Sample Collection and Preparation83
- Loading Patient Samples on the Optional Universal Rack Handler85
  - Urgent Samples and Manual Reruns Are Run from the Onboard Sampler (STT)87
Starting the Run87
- Running Calibrators and Reagent Baselines (RBL)87
- Running Control Samples88
- Monitoring Samples Loaded on the Optional Universal Rack Handler89
  - Running an Interrupt (STAT) Sample89
- Monitoring an Analysis While It Is Running90
Using the Sample Log91
- Viewing the Sample Log Entries91
- Searching the Sample Log92
- Deleting a Specific Sample Log Entry92
- Deleting All Sample Log Entries92
- Printing a List of the Sample Log Entries92
- Exporting the Sample Log Entries93
- Reviewing the Calibration Results93
- Reviewing the Sample Results93
- Reporting Results93
  - Real-Time Reporting93
  - Batch Transmission to a Host Computer94
- Printing Sample Data94
  - Batch Printing95
Shutting down the ADVIA Chemistry System95
- Examples of Shutdown Settings96
- Performing a System-Assisted Shutdown (Shutdown Set)97
Emergency Stop, Shutdown, and Recovery Procedures98
- Stopping Operation after the Analyzer Is Started98
- Managing an Expected Power Outage98
- Responding During a Power Failure While Electric Power Is Still off98
- To Resume Operations after Power Is Restored98
Additional Operating Instructions99
- Switching Process Sequence and System Test List Numbers99
- Loading the Reagent Trays99
- Updating the Cumulative QC99
- Running Automatic Calibration100
- Using Multiple Reagent Containers for the same Test100
- Auto-Calibration and Auto-QC Situations that Need Corrective Steps101
3 Calibration103
Calibration Overview103
- When to Calibrate103
- Setting up the Calibration103
- Running Calibration105
- Reviewing the Calibration106
- Using the Calibration/Rbl History Window106
4 Quality Control109
Quality Control Overview109
- When to Run Control Samples109
  - Setting up Quality Control109
  - Running the Control Samples109
- ADVIA QC Window110
- Reviewing the Control Results at Different Windows110
5 Maintenance111
Maintenance Schedule111
Analytical Parameter Audit Trail114
Daily Maintenance115
- Inspecting and Cleaning the Probes115
- The Probe Cleaning Tool Kit117
  - Kit Contents117
  - Procedure118
- Inspecting and Cleaning the Mixing Rods and Mixer Wash Cups119
- Checking Reagents and System Solutions120
  - Monitoring Reagent Tray Temperature120
- Inspecting and Cleaning the Reaction (WUD) and Dilution (DWUD) Cuvette Washers121
- Inspecting and Cleaning the Cuvette Splash Covers123
- Inspecting and Cleaning the Probe Wash Cups124
- Inspecting the Pumps125
- Performing the Startup Wash (WASH3)127
- Performing the Shutdown Wash128
- Performing Additional ISE Electrode Washes129
- Recording ISE Slopes130
Weekly Maintenance131
- Performing the Weekly Wash131
- Checking and Replenishing the Lamp Coolant132
- Checking Lamp Energy133
  - Reading Lamp Energy Data135
- Measuring Cuvette Blanks135
  - Cell Blank Measurement Results Are Summarized as Follows136
- Cleaning the Analyzer and Rack Handler Exterior Panels137
Monthly Maintenance138
- Cleaning the Turntable Interiors (STT/CTT and RTT)138
  - Cleaning the Inside of the STT/CTT Housing138
  - Cleaning the Inside of the Reagent Tray Refrigerated Housing139
- Cleaning or Replacing the Wash Solution Reagent Containers (53 - 56)140
  - Cuvette Wash and Cuvette Conditioner Usage140
- Cleaning and Replenishing the Dilution Bottle141
- Cleaning and Replenishing the Cuvette Wash Bottle142
- Cleaning the Chiller Filter143
- Cleaning the Large Water Pump (LWP) Filter144
Every 2 Months Maintenance146
- Cleaning the Dilution Tray Cuvettes146
- Cleaning and Replenishing the Cuvette Conditioner Bottle147
Every 3 Months Maintenance149
- Replacing the Lamp149
- Washing the Electrodes Lines151
Every 4 Months Maintenance153
- Cleaning the Ancillary Reagent Bottle Filters153
- Cleaning the Pure-Water Bottle Filter154
- Replacing the Reaction and Dilution Cuvettes155
As Required Maintenance158
- Backing up System Files158
- Restoring System Files159
- Replacing the SPP, RPP1, and RPP2 Probes160
  - Removing a Probe160
  - Install a New Probe162
- Replacing DPP Probes Equipped with Crash Detection163
  - Removing the DPP Probe Cover163
- Removing the Probe from the Probe Arm164
  - Install the New DPP Probe165
  - Aligning the DPP Probe166
- Replenishing the RRV (Reaction) Bath Oil Bottle166
- Preventive Cleaning of the Wash Station Lines168
- Washing All the ISE Lines172
- Replacing ISE Electrodes174
- Conditioning the Na and K Electrodes177
- Cleaning the Dilution Bowl and Waste-Drain Nozzle178
6 Troubleshooting181
7 File Management183
Saving the Error Log to a Test File183
- Capturing the Error Report183
- Saving the Test Data from the User Maintenance Window184
  - Saving Test Data184
- Saving Reaction Data in CSV Format185
- Saving a Data Archive from User Maintenance Window186
  - Viewing Data that was Previously Archived187
8 System Setup189
Connecting the ADVIA Chemistry System and Your Host Computer189
Setting the System Monitor189
- During Operation System Settings Area190
- Pre-Operation Settings190
- Clot Detection Settings190
Setting up the ISE190
- Activating the ISE190
- Setting up ISE Parameters191
  - ISE Calibration191
- Checking ISE Calibration191
Configuring Reruns193
- Automatically Request Reruns for Flagged Samples193
- Processing the Rerun Automatically193
- Manually Requesting Rerun Using Review/Edit193
Appendix A - Safety Information195
Warning and Hazard Statements195
- Biohazard Warning195
- Electrical Warning195
- Laser Warning195
- Household Bleach Warning196
- Ancillary and Method Reagents Warnings196
- Regulatory Compliance197
  - Laser Information197
Appendix B - Warranty and Support Information199
Limited Instrument Warranty and Service Delivery Policy199
- Warranty Period199
- Additional Service Period199
- Service Calls200
- Replacement of Parts200
- Warranty and Service Exclusions200
  - Design Changes and Retrofitting of Instruments202
  - OSHA Requirements202
- Software License202
- ADVIA Contact Information203
  - Siemens Offices Worldwide203
Appendix C - Customer Replaceable Parts205
Appendix D - Specifications207
- Specifications - All207
Appendix E - Symbols213
Explanations of Symbols Associated with the ADVIA 1800 System213
- Warning and Caution Symbols213
- System Operation Symbols214
- System Rating Label Symbols215
- Hardware Component Symbols216
- Ancillary Reagent Symbols216
- Connector Symbols217
- System Packaging Label Symbols218
Appendix F - Flags219
Alarm (Result) Flags219

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