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Thermo Scientific Phadia 100 User Manual

Thermo Scientific Phadia 100
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Phadia
®
100
English
12-3501-20/12
User Manual

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Thermo Scientific Phadia 100 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandThermo Scientific
ModelPhadia 100
CategoryLaboratory Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Chapter 1 - Instrument Specification and Installation

Instrument Overview and Components

Provides an overview of the instrument's main components and their locations.

Technical Specification Details

Lists the detailed technical specifications of the instrument, including dimensions, power, and fuses.

Working Conditions and Interface

Specifies operating environment parameters and interface connection types.

Electrical Safety and Compliance

Outlines the electrical safety standards and compliance directives.

Operational Precautions and Limitations

Lists safety warnings and operational constraints for instrument use.

Installation Instructions

Provides step-by-step instructions for installing the instrument.

Parameter Setup and Configuration

Details setting up instrument parameters like date, time, language, and communication.

Chapter 2 - Routine Assay Run

Menu Structure and Navigation

Explains how to navigate the instrument's menu system and enter data.

Assay Run Functions Overview

Describes functions like selecting alternatives and handling messages.

Error and Status Information

Explains how to view status and understand error messages.

Instrument Panel Overview

Details the functions of the instrument's panel keys and indicators.

Data Evaluation Procedures

Outlines procedures for evaluating and printing assay data.

Method Setup and Configuration

Covers setting up and configuring assay methods.

Chapter 3 - Reagent and Sample Handling

General Reagent Handling Guidelines

General guidelines for handling reagents, samples, and instrument care.

Specific Reagent Handling Procedures

Detailed handling for specific reagent types like ImmunoCAP and EliA.

Dead Volumes and Tube Specifications

Information on dead volumes in tubes and required specifications.

Instrument Dilutions and Sample Types

Explains instrument dilutions and acceptable sample tube types.

Chapter 4 - Assay Run Editing Functions

Editing Assay Requests and Samples

Instructions for editing requests, sample IDs, and test names.

Modifying Test Parameters

How to change replicate or dilution factors for tests.

Managing Quality Control Settings

Procedures for selecting and adding quality controls manually.

Run Management Functions

Instructions for skipping ImmunoCAP/EliA Well loading.

Aborting Assay Processes

Steps for aborting prepared or running assay processes.

Chapter 5 - Assay Run Data Evaluation

Printing Assay Reports

Procedures for printing patient and laboratory reports.

Exporting and Importing Assay Data

Instructions for exporting assay data to external media and importing it.

Chapter 6 - Assay Run Quality Control

Quality Control Log Management

Printing and editing quality control and curve control logs.

Calibrator Management Procedures

Managing calibrators, including setting active status and acceptance.

Exporting Quality Control Data

Procedures for exporting quality control and calibrator logs.

Chapter 7 - Monthly Calibration

Calibration Concepts and Workflow

Understanding the principles and general flow of monthly calibration.

Calibration Curve Acceptance Criteria

Rules and conditions for accepting calibration curves.

Chapter 8 - Quality Assurance

Quality Assurance Principles

Overview of quality assurance requirements and implementation.

Internal Quality Control

Criteria for control samples and quality control of specific assays.

External Quality Assessment Programs

Information on Quality Club and monthly reports for performance comparison.

Expected Results and Quality Costs

Understanding expected assay results and costs associated with quality.

Chapter 9 - Methods, Test Panels, Article Management

Method Configuration and Setup

Accessing and navigating the method setup menu.

Adding New Methods

Step-by-step process for adding new assay methods.

Editing Method Parameters

Modifying general parameters, reagents, and report settings for methods.

Test Panel Creation and Editing

Creating and managing test panels for assay run setups.

Article Management

Adding, editing, and deleting articles (e.g., allergens) in the system.

Instrument Event Log Creation

Generating an instrument event log for troubleshooting.

Chapter 10 - Printouts

Description of Available Printouts

Overview of all reports and lists printable from the instrument.

Printing Request and Consumption Lists

Instructions for printing request and consumption lists.

Printing Laboratory and Patient Reports

Procedures for printing detailed laboratory and patient reports.

Printing Calibrator and Control Logs

How to print calibrator data and quality control logs.

Chapter 11 - Maintenance

General Maintenance Overview

Importance of regular maintenance and time intervals.

Daily Maintenance Procedures

Steps for daily rinse and cleaning of instrument components.

Weekly Maintenance Procedures

Guidelines for performing weekly cleaning tasks.

Monthly Maintenance Procedures

Detailed steps for monthly cleaning, lubrication, and carousel care.

Semiannual Maintenance Procedures

Replacing wash/rinse tubings and drainage filters.

Unscheduled Maintenance Tasks

Procedures for selftests, blank runs, paper loading, and fuse replacement.

Maintenance Logbook

Form for recording performed maintenance actions.

Chapter 12 - Error Handling

Introduction to Error Handling

Overview of error types, messages, and initial troubleshooting.

Preparation and Processing Errors

Identification and resolution of errors during preparation and processing.

Assay Result Errors

Troubleshooting common errors affecting assay results.

Mechanical and Electrical Malfunctions

Guidance on resolving issues related to power, communication, and printouts.

Explanation of Specific Actions

Detailed corrective actions for various error codes and messages.

Chapter 13 - Repacking

Cleaning Report for Repacking

Documenting the cleaning process before instrument shipment.

Instrument Repacking Instructions

Step-by-step guide for safely repacking the instrument for transport.

Chapter 14 - Accessories

Instrument Accessories and Spare Parts

List of available accessories, spare parts, and supplement products.

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