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Contents Page
Intended Use i
Conventions Used in this Manual ii
Understanding the Symbols ii
1 Understanding the System 1-1
248 pH/Blood Gas Analyzer Overview 1-1
The Front Panel 1-1
The Rear Panel 1-2
The 248 Software 1-4
Setup Options 1-7
Sample Information 1-9
Reagents 1-10
Waste Disposal 1-11
Calibration 1-12
QC 1-13
2 Operating the System 2-1
Ready Screen 2-1
Probe Lever Position 2-1
Analyzing Syringe Samples 2-2
Analyzing Capillary Samples 2-5
Measuring a Short Sample or a Sample with a Bubble 2-8
Requesting an Additional Calibration 2-9
Calibrating the Barometer 2-9
Recalling Last Sample Data 2-10
Analyzing QC Samples 2-11
Recalling the Last QC Data 2-13
Entering Standby Mode 2-14