Rapidlab 1200 Operator’s Guide: Operating the System 2-3
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Replacing the Reagent Cartridge
The system displays the Reagent Cartridge symbol on the banner when less than
10% of the volume remains or when less than 24 hours remain before the cartridge
expires. This enables you to replace the reagent cartridge at a time when the
system is not busy. If you must replace the cartridge before you can perform any
other tasks, the system automatically displays a message.
BIOHAZARD: Wear personal protective equipment. Use universal precautions.
Refer to Appendix A, Protecting Yourself from Biohazards for
recommended
precautions when working with biohazardous materials.
1. Select
Status > Reagent Cartridge > Replace > Yes.
2. Follow the instructions in the video.
Replacing the AutomaticQC Cartridge
The system displays the AutomaticQC cartridge symbol on the banner when 10 or
fewer samples remain for any level of QC material, or when less than 24 hours
remain before the cartridge expires. This enables you to replace the AutomaticQC
cartridge at a time when the system is not busy. If you must replace the cartridge
before you can perform any other tasks, the system automatically displays a
message.
When you are replacing the AutomaticQC Cartridge, clean the waste assembly.
Refer to Cleaning the Waste Assembly‚ page 5-27.
NOTE: If you install the new AutomaticQC cartridge incorrectly, the system
displays the Cartridge Reinstall screen. You can view the video again and reinstall
the cartridge correctly.
1. Select
Status > AutomaticQC Cartridge > Replace > Yes.
2. Follow the instructions in the video.
CAUTION: Do not move the reagent cartridge valve or the sample port on the
replacement cartridge prior to installation. Moving the valve or the sample port
may invalidate the reagent cartridge.