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BS-400 Operation Manual (v12.0) - English
BS-400 Operation Manual (v12.0) - English
Operator’s Manual
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WARNING:
It is important for the hospital or organization that employs this
equipment to carry out a reasonable service/maintenance plan.
Neglect of this may result in machine breakdown or personal injury.
NOTE:
This equipment must be operated by skilled/trained clinical
professionals.
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Preface
Thank you for purchasing the Chemistry Analyzer.
Before using the Chemistry Analyzer, please read this operation manual thoroughly
and understand it for relevant operation instructions.
Bold and Italic font indicates text displayed on the screen, such as Sample Request.
Safety Symbols
This chart explains the symbols used in this manual.
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Serial Number
Date of Manufacture
Manufacturer
ON (MAIN POWER)
ON (Power)
OFF (Power)
Serial Port
HIGH CONC.
High-concentration waste
WASTE
HIGH CONC.
High-concentration waste sensor
WASTE SENSOR
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LOW CONC.
High-pressure low-concentration waste
WASTE 1
LOW CONC.
Normal-pressure low-concentration waste
WASTE 2
DEIONIZED
Deionized water
WATER
Graphics
All graphics, including screens and printout, are for illustration purpose only and must
not be used for any other purposes.
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Safety Precautions
Observe the following safety precautions when using the Chemistry Analyzer.
Ignoring any of these safety precautions may lead to personal injury or equipment
damage.
WARNING:
If the system is used in a manner not specified by our company, the
protection provided by the system may be impaired.
WARNING:
When the MAIN POWER is on, users must not open the rear cover or
side cover.
Spillage of reagent or sample on the analyzer may cause equipment
failure and even electric shock. Do not place sample and reagent on the
analyzer. In case of spillage, switch off the power immediately, remove
the spillage and contact our Customer Service Department or your local
distributor.
WARNING:
Do not touch such moving parts as sample probe, reagent probes,
mixers and wash probe, when the system is in operation. Make sure the
reagent disk cover is properly installed.
Do not put your finger or hand into any open part when the system is in
operation.
WARNING:
Light sent by the photometer lamp may hurt your eyes. Do not stare
into the lamp when the system is in operation.
If you want to replace the photometer lamp, first switch off the MAIN
POWER and then wait at least 15 minutes for the lamp to cool down
before touching it. Do not touch the lamp before it cools down, or you
may get burned.
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Preventing Laser Radiation
Please observe the following instructions to prevent personal injury caused by laser
radiation.
CAUTION:
Light sent by the bar code reader may hurt your eyes. Do not stare into
the laser beam from the bar code reader.
Preventing Infection
Please observe the following instructions to protect against the biohazardous
infection.
BIOHAZARD:
Inappropriately handling samples, controls and calibrators may lead to
biohazardous infection. Do not touch the sample, mixture or waste with
your hands. Wear gloves and lab coat and, if necessary, goggles.
In case your skin contacts the sample, control or calibrator, follow
standard laboratory safety procedure and consult a doctor.
WARNING:
Reagents and enhanced wash solution are corrosive to human skins.
Exercise caution when using the reagents and enhanced wash
solution. In case your skin or clothes contact them, wash them off with
soap and clean water. In case the reagents or wash solution spill into
your eyes, rinse them with much water and consult an oculist.
BIOHAZARD:
Some substances in reagent, control, enhanced wash solution and
waste are subject to regulations of contamination and disposal. Dispose
of the waste in accordance with your local or national code for biohazard
waste disposal and consult the manufacturer or distributor of the
reagents for details.
Wear gloves and lab coat and, if necessary, goggles.
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WARNING:
Materials of the analyzer are subject to contamination regulations.
Dispose of the waste analyzer in accordance with your local or national
code for waste disposal.
BIOHAZARD:
Dispose of the waste reaction cuvette, sample tube or the analyzer in
accordance with your local or national guidelines for biohazard waste
disposal.
While disposing of the waste parts, wear gloves and lab coat and, if
necessary, goggles.
WARNING:
Ethanol is flammable substance. Please exercise caution while using the
ethanol.
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Precautions on Use
To use the Chemistry Analyzer safely and efficiently, please pay attention to the
following operation notes.
Intended Use
WARNING:
The system is an automated chemistry analyzer for in vitro diagnostic
use in clinical laboratories and designed for in vitro quantitative
determination of clinical chemistries in serum, plasma, urine or
cerebrospinal fluid samples. Please consult us first if you want to use the
system for other purposes.
To draw a clinical conclusion, please also refer to the patient’s clinical
symptoms and other test results.
Operator
WARNING:
The Chemistry Analyzer is to be operated only by clinical professionals,
doctors or experimenters trained by our company or our authorized
distributors.
Environment
CAUTION:
The electromagnetic environment should be evaluated prior to operation
of the device.
Please install and operate the system in an environment specified by
this manual. Installing and operating the system in other environment
may lead to unreliable results and even equipment damage.
To relocate the system, please contact our Customer Service
Department or your local distributor.
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Preventing Interference by Electromagnetic Noise
CAUTION:
Electromagnetic noise may interfere with operations of the system. Do
not install devices generating excessive electromagnetic noise around
the system. Do not use such devices as mobile phones or radio
transmitters in the room housing the system. Do not use other CRT
displays around the system.
Do not use other medical instruments around the system that may
generate electromagnetic noise to interfere with their operations.
Do not use this device in close proximity to sources of strong
electromagnetic radiation (e.g. mobile phones or radio transmitters), as
these may interfere with the proper operation.
The electromagnetic environment should be evaluated prior to operation
of the device.
This device has been designed and tested to CISPR 11 Class A, and in
a domestic environment may cause radio interference, in which case,
you may need to take measures to mitigate the interference.
CAUTION:
Operate the system strictly as instructed by this manual. Inappropriate
use of the system may lead to unreliable test results or even equipment
damage or personal injury.
Before using the system for the first time, run the calibration program
and QC program to make sure the analyzer is in proper state.
Be sure to run the QC program every time you use the system,
otherwise the result may be unreliable.
Do not open the cover of the sample/reagent disk when the system is in
operation.
The RS-232 port on the analyzing unit is to be used for connection with
the operation unit only. Do not use it for other connections. Only use the
supplied cable for the connection.
The operation unit is a personal computer with the operating software
installed. Installing other software or hardware on this computer may
interfere with the system operation. Do not run other software when the
system is working.
Computer virus may destroy the operating software or test data. Do not
use this computer for other purposes or connect it to the Internet.
Do not touch the display, mouse or keyboard with wet hands or hands
with chemicals.
Do not place the MAIN POWER to ON again within 10 seconds since
placing it to OFF; otherwise the system may enter the protection status.
If it does so, place the MAIN POWER to OFF and place it to ON again.
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Maintaining the System
CAUTION:
Maintain the system strictly as instructed by this manual. Inappropriate
maintenance may lead to unreliable results, or equipment damage or
personal injury.
To wipe off dust from the system surface, use a soft, clean and wet (not
too wet) cloth, soaked with soap water if necessary, to clean the surface.
Do not use such organic solvents as ethanol for cleaning. After cleaning,
wipe the surface dry with dry cloth.
Switch off all the powers and disconnect the power plug before cleaning.
Take necessary measures to prevent water ingression into the system,
otherwise it may lead to equipment damage or personal injury.
Replacement of such major parts as lamp, photometer, sample probe,
reagent probes, mixers and syringe plunger assembly must be followed
by a calibration.
Replacement of lamp must be done after the power has been placed to
off for at least 15 minutes.
Before maintaining the dust screen, be sure that the MAIN POWER is
placed to OFF.
Samples
CAUTION:
Use samples that are completely free of insoluble substances like fibrin,
or suspended matter; otherwise the probe may be blocked.
Medicines, anticoagulants or preservative in the samples may lead to
unreliable results.
Hemolysis, icterus or lipemia in the samples may lead to unreliable test
results, so sample blanks are recommended.
Store the samples properly. Improper storage may change the
compositions of the samples and lead to unreliable results.
Sample volatilization may lead to unreliable results. Do not leave the
sample open for a long period.
Certain samples need to be processed before being analyzed by the
system. Consult the reagent suppliers for details.
The system has a specific requirement on the sample volume. Refer to
this manual for proper sample volume.
Load the sample to proper tube position on the sample disk before the
analysis begins; otherwise you will not obtain correct results.
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Setting up the System
CAUTION:
To define such parameters as sample volume, reagent volume and
wavelength, follow the instructions in this manual and the instructions of
reagents.
CAUTION:
Use proper reagents, calibrators and controls in the system.
Select appropriate reagents according to performance characteristics of
the system. Consult the reagent suppliers, our company or our
authorized distributor for details, if you are not sure about your reagent
choice.
Store and use the reagents, calibrators and controls strictly as instructed
by the suppliers. Otherwise, you may not obtain reliable results or best
performance of the system.
Improper storage of reagents, calibrators and controls may lead to
unreliable results and bad performance of the system even in validity
period.
Perform calibration after changing the reagents. Otherwise, you may not
obtain reliable results.
Contamination caused by carryover among reagents may lead to
unreliable test results. Consult the reagent suppliers for details.
Backing up Data
NOTE:
The system automatically stores the data to the built-in hard disk.
However, data loss is still possible due to mis-deletion or physical
damage of the hard disk. We recommend you to regularly back up the
data to such medium as CDs.
NOTE:
Refer to their operation manuals for details.
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External Equipment
WARNING:
External equipment connected to the analogue and digital interfaces
must be complied with the relevant Safety and EMC standards (e.g.,
IEC 60950 Safety of Information Technology Equipment Standard and
CISPR 22 EMC of Information Technology Equipment Standard
(CLASS B)). Any person, who connects additional equipment to the
signal input or output ports and configures an IVD system, is
responsible for ensuring that the system work normally and complies
with the safety and EMC requirements. If you have any problem,
consult the technical services department of your local representative.
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Contents
Contents I
3.3.1 Programming Calibrators......................................................................... 3-7
3.3.2 Programming Controls............................................................................. 3-8
3.3.3 Programming Routine Samples............................................................... 3-8
3.3.4 Programming STAT Samples .................................................................. 3-9
3.3.5 Programming Reagent Blanks............................................................... 3-10
3.3.6 Adding/Deleting Samples and Tests ...................................................... 3-11
3.3.7 Rerunning a Sample .............................................................................. 3-11
3.3.8 Editing Test Results ............................................................................... 3-12
3.3.9 Printing/Sending Test Results................................................................ 3-12
3.4 Finishing Analysis ............................................................................................... 3-12
3.4.1 Powering Off .......................................................................................... 3-12
3.4.2 Checking after Powering Off.................................................................. 3-13
4 Advanced Operations .......................................................................... 4-1
4.1 Start....................................................................................................................... 4-1
4.2 Sample Stop ......................................................................................................... 4-3
4.3 Stop....................................................................................................................... 4-4
4.4 Emergent Samples ............................................................................................... 4-4
4.5 Samples................................................................................................................ 4-6
4.5.1 Sample Request ...................................................................................... 4-7
4.5.2 Current ................................................................................................... 4-16
4.5.3 History.................................................................................................... 4-30
4.6 Reagents ............................................................................................................ 4-31
4.6.1 Reagent Setup....................................................................................... 4-32
4.6.2 Reagent Blank ....................................................................................... 4-38
4.7 Calibration...........................................................................................................4-42
4.7.1 Calibration Request ............................................................................... 4-42
4.7.2 Status ..................................................................................................... 4-44
4.7.3 Results ................................................................................................... 4-46
4.7.4 Calibration Data ..................................................................................... 4-50
4.7.5 ISE ......................................................................................................... 4-51
4.8 QC....................................................................................................................... 4-52
4.8.1 QC Request ........................................................................................... 4-52
4.8.2 Real-time ............................................................................................... 4-53
4.8.3 Daily ....................................................................................................... 4-55
4.8.4 Day to Day ............................................................................................. 4-57
4.8.5 QC Summary ......................................................................................... 4-60
4.9 Status .................................................................................................................. 4-61
4.9.1 Tips ........................................................................................................ 4-61
4.9.2 Sample Disk........................................................................................... 4-63
4.9.3 Reagent Disk ......................................................................................... 4-70
4.9.4 Reaction Disk......................................................................................... 4-72
4.10 Statistics .......................................................................................................... 4-74
4.10.1 Worklist ................................................................................................ 4-74
4.10.2 Results ................................................................................................. 4-75
4.10.3 Workload.............................................................................................. 4-77
4.10.4 Charges ............................................................................................... 4-78
4.11 Parameters...................................................................................................... 4-80
4.11.1 Test....................................................................................................... 4-80
4.11.2 Carryover ............................................................................................. 4-99
4.11.3 Profile ................................................................................................. 4-102
4.11.4 Calculation ......................................................................................... 4-103
4.11.5 Off-system.......................................................................................... 4-105
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4.11.6 STAT................................................................................................... 4-107
4.11.7 ISE ..................................................................................................... 4-108
4.12 Setup............................................................................................................. 4-109
4.12.1 System ............................................................................................... 4-110
4.12.2 Dictionary........................................................................................... 4-115
4.12.3 Hospital .............................................................................................. 4-116
4.12.4 User ................................................................................................... 4-118
4.12.5 Print.................................................................................................... 4-120
4.12.6 Bar Code............................................................................................ 4-123
4.12.7 LIS...................................................................................................... 4-126
4.12.8 ISE ..................................................................................................... 4-128
4.13 Utilities........................................................................................................... 4-130
4.13.1 Daily Maintenance ............................................................................. 4-130
4.13.2 Working Hours ................................................................................... 4-133
4.13.3 Logs ................................................................................................... 4-134
4.13.4 Alignment........................................................................................... 4-135
4.13.5 ISE ..................................................................................................... 4-136
4.14 Shutdown ...................................................................................................... 4-139
5 Service and Maintenance..................................................................... 5-1
5.1 Preparation ........................................................................................................... 5-2
5.1.1 Tools......................................................................................................... 5-2
5.1.2 Detergent ................................................................................................. 5-2
5.1.3 Others ...................................................................................................... 5-2
5.2 Daily Maintenance ................................................................................................ 5-3
5.2.1 Checking Concentrated Wash Solution ................................................... 5-3
5.2.2 Checking Sample/Reagent Syringes....................................................... 5-3
5.2.3 Checking/Cleaning Sample Probe........................................................... 5-4
5.2.4 Checking/Cleaning R1/R2 Probes........................................................... 5-4
5.2.5 Checking/Cleaning Sample/Reagent Mixers ........................................... 5-5
5.2.6 Checking Connection of Deionized Water............................................... 5-5
5.2.7 Checking Waste Tubing........................................................................... 5-6
5.2.8 Checking Vacuum/Pressure Pumps ........................................................ 5-6
5.2.9 Checking Printer/Printing Paper .............................................................. 5-7
5.2.10 ISE Unit (optional).................................................................................. 5-7
5.3 Weekly Maintenance ............................................................................................ 5-8
5.3.1 Cleaning Sample Probe........................................................................... 5-8
5.3.2 Cleaning R1/R2 Probes ......................................................................... 5-10
5.3.3 Cleaning Sample/Reagent Mixers ......................................................... 5-11
5.3.4 Cleaning Sample/Reagent Bar Code Reader Windows........................ 5-13
5.3.5 Cleaning Sample Disk/Compartment .................................................... 5-13
5.3.6 Cleaning Reagent Disk/Compartment ................................................... 5-14
5.3.7 Cleaning Panels of Analyzing Unit......................................................... 5-15
5.3.8 Checking Photometer ............................................................................ 5-16
5.3.9 Cleaning Reaction Cuvettes .................................................................. 5-20
5.4 Two-week Maintenance ...................................................................................... 5-20
5.4.1 Maintaining Hydropneumatic Components............................................ 5-20
5.5 Monthly Maintenance.......................................................................................... 5-20
5.5.1 Cleaning Wash Well of Sample Probe................................................... 5-20
5.5.2 Cleaning Wash Well of R1/R2 Probes................................................... 5-21
5.5.3 Cleaning Wash Well of Sample/Reagent Mixers................................... 5-22
5.5.4 Cleaning Sample Probe Rotor............................................................... 5-23
5.5.5 Cleaning R1/R2 Probes Rotors ............................................................. 5-24
Contents III
5.5.6 Cleaning Sample/Reagent Mixers Rotors ............................................. 5-25
5.5.7 Checking Wash Unit .............................................................................. 5-26
5.5.8 Checking Hydropneumatic Drawer........................................................ 5-26
5.5.9 Cleaning Air Filter, Oil Mist Separator, Mist Separator .......................... 5-26
5.5.10 Replacing Reaction Cuvette ................................................................ 5-27
5.6 Three-month Maintenance ................................................................................. 5-31
5.6.1 Washing Dust Screens .......................................................................... 5-31
5.6.2 Replacing Syringe Plunger Assembly.................................................... 5-32
5.7 Six-month Maintenance ...................................................................................... 5-35
5.7.1 Replacing Lamp..................................................................................... 5-35
5.7.2 Replacing or Cleaning Air Screen.......................................................... 5-37
5.7.3 Cleaning Tanks, Floater Switch and Siphon Tube ................................. 5-37
5.7.4 Maintaining the Air Pump....................................................................... 5-37
5.7.5 Replacing Waste Tubing........................................................................ 5-38
5.7.6 Replacing First and Second Phase Washing Tubing on Wash Unit...... 5-38
5.7.7 Replacing DI Water Filter and the Tubing.............................................. 5-38
5.7.8 Replacing On-line Filters ....................................................................... 5-38
5.7.9 Wash glass cuvette (Optional)............................................................... 5-39
5.8 As-Needed Maintenance .................................................................................... 5-44
5.8.1 Unclogging Sample Probe ..................................................................... 5-44
5.8.2 Unclogging R1/R2 Probes ..................................................................... 5-51
5.8.3 Replacing Sample Probe ....................................................................... 5-57
5.8.4 Cleaning Wash Well of Sample Probe................................................... 5-57
5.8.5 Replacing R1/R2 Probes ....................................................................... 5-58
5.8.6 Replacing Sample/Reagent Mixers ....................................................... 5-59
5.8.7 Removing Air Bubbles ........................................................................... 5-60
5.8.8 Replacing Reaction Cuvette .................................................................. 5-61
5.8.9 Washing Glass cuvette (Optional) ......................................................... 5-61
5.8.10 Adjusting Pressure............................................................................... 5-62
5.9 Maintaining ISE Module (Optional)..................................................................... 5-64
5.9.1 Replacing Reagent Pack ....................................................................... 5-64
5.9.2 Replacing Electrodes............................................................................. 5-65
5.9.3 Replacing Tubing ................................................................................... 5-66
5.9.4 ISE Unit Storage (optional) .................................................................... 5-66
5.10 Maintenance Log Sheets ................................................................................ 5-67
6 Troubleshooting ................................................................................... 6-1
6.1 Classification of Error Messages .......................................................................... 6-1
6.2 Corrective Actions................................................................................................. 6-3
6.2.1 Failures of Operation Unit........................................................................ 6-3
6.2.2 Failures of Analyzing Unit ...................................................................... 6-14
7 Data Alarms........................................................................................... 7-1
7.1 Data Alarms .......................................................................................................... 7-1
8 Calculation Methods ............................................................................ 8-1
8.1 Reaction Types ..................................................................................................... 8-1
8.1.1 Endpoint................................................................................................... 8-1
8.1.2 Fixed-Time ............................................................................................... 8-5
8.1.3 Kinetic ...................................................................................................... 8-8
8.1.4 QC Rule ................................................................................................. 8-14
8.2 Prozone Check ................................................................................................... 8-15
8.2.1 Antigen Addition..................................................................................... 8-16
8.2.2 Reaction Rate Method ........................................................................... 8-17
IV Contents
8.3 Serum Index ....................................................................................................... 8-19
8.3.1 What is Serum Index ............................................................................. 8-19
8.3.2 Calculation of Serum Index ................................................................... 8-20
Appendix A Specifications ....................................................................... A-1
Appendix B Template Modifying Software .............................................. B-1
Appendix C Supplies................................................................................. C-1
Appendix D Index ...................................................................................... D-1
Contents V
VI Contents
1 System Description
This chapter describes the structure and screen operations of the Chemistry
Analyzer.
Serial port: Used for communication between the system and the operation unit.
Power jack: Used for power cable that connects the analyzer to the power
supply.
The sample loading indicator tells you when you should load samples and when you
must not. When the LED flashes, it means that the sample disk will start working and
you are not allowed to load samples; when the LED goes out, you may load desired
samples. Do not operate on the movement path of sample probe, or collision might
happen.
The sample disk includes three circles: inner, middle and outer, each of which
provides 30 tube positions. 90 positions in total are available on the sample disk and
assigned as follows:
CAUTION:
We have specified the following concentrated wash solutions:
Acid: 0.1mol/l hydrochloric acid; Alkaline: diluted CD80 wash solution
(dilution ratio 1:10).
Diluted urine can be placed in any routine sample position within 1-60 and you should
define the position during operation.
The sample disk can hold blood collecting tube, centrifugal tube, plastic tube and
microtube, and also supports bar code scanning by both hand-held and built-in bar
code readers.
NOTE:
Do not use sample tubes other than the specified ones.
Grab the handle and pull the sample disk upward to remove it from the rotor.
Align the positioning pins on the sample disk to the counterparts on base;
Set the sample disk and tighten the two retaining screws on the disk.
When the front left door of the analyzer is opened, you will see the sample syringe as
shown below.
The sample dispenser aspirates certain amount of sample from the designated tube
and then dispenses it into the designated reaction cuvette on the reaction disk.
There is one separate sample probe included on the sample dispenser and has the
following specifications:
During analysis, the sample probe first moves to a tube to aspirate certain amount of
sample, then to a reaction cuvette of the reaction disk to dispense the sample, and
finally to the wash well for cleaning.
Washing:
The sample probe is washed on the exterior and interior with acid or alkaline wash
solution. The interior is washed by high-pressure water flow unidirectionally, and the
exterior is rinsed by water surge from up and down.
Safety:
Features:
Clog detection: When blood clots are detected, the system will give alarm and
proceed to the next sampling step.
Bump detection: The sample probe is capable of detecting bumps in both
horizontal and vertical directions. When bump occurs, the safeguard system is
started automatically to prevent the probe from being damaged.
Liquid-level detection and tracking: The sample probe can automatically detects
the liquid level and lowers into certain height of the sample according to the
aspirate volume.
WARNING:
When the analyzing unit is in operation, do not place any part of your
body or any obstacle in the route the arm moves. Otherwise, it may lead
to personnel injury or equipment damage.
CAUTION:
Light sent by the sample bar code reader may hurt your eyes. Do not
stare into the laser beam from the sample bar code reader.
Specifications:
The sample bar code is in conformity with the NCCLS standard and also compatible
with various application environments. The total length of sample bar code is within
3-27 digits.
User Settings:
You can set up the sample bar code format and select appropriate symbologies for
each element of the bar code.
Additional Guarantee:
If the built-in sample bar code reader fails to scan the bar code labels, you are
allowed to use a hand-held reader to scan again or type in the bar code directly from
the keyboard.
The reagent disk (see Figure1-9) holds reagent bottles and carries certain bottle to
the aspirate position for aspirating reagent.
Bottle types: The reagent disk can hold multiple types of reagent bottles, which
include outer-circle 40mL, outer-circle 20mL, inner-circle 40mL, inner-circle
62mL.
Reagent positions: There are 80 bottle positions on the reagent disk. D1 is for
alkaline wash solution, D2 is for acid wash solution and W is for deionized water.
The refrigerator can operate continuously for 24 hours a day to keep the
temperature at 4-10℃.
NOTE:
The refrigerator has a power supply independent of that of the analyzing
unit. The refrigerator will be put into service once the MAIN POWER is
turned on.
Two bottles of any reagent type (R1/R2/R3/R4) of a test can be prepared on the
reagent disk simultaneously.
Third reagent (R3) and fourth reagent (R4) can be configured on the system.
Two virtual reagent disks (80 positions) are allowed. You’ll be reminded to
change the reagent disk on which all reagent aspiration is finished.
Grab the handle and pull the reagent disk upward to remove it from the rotor.
Align the positioning pins on the reagent disk to the counterparts on base;
Set the reagent disk and tighten the two retaining screws on the disk.
When the left door of the analyzer is opened, you will see the reagent syringes as
shown below.
The reagent dispenser aspirates certain amount of reagent from the designated
bottle and then dispenses it into the designated reaction cuvette on the reaction disk.
Two separate reagent probes are provided on the analyzer and are respectively used
to aspirate R1/R3 and R2/R4. The reagent aspiration volume is within 20μl-350μl with
increment of 1μl.
The reagent probe first moves to the specified tube to aspirate certain amount of
reagent, then to a reaction cuvette of the reaction disk to dispense the reagent, and
finally to the wash well for cleaning.
Washing:
The reagent probe is washed on the exterior and interior with acid or alkaline wash
solution. The interior is washed by high-pressure water flow unidirectionally, and the
exterior is rinsed by water surge from up and down.
CAUTION:
Light sent by the reagent bar code reader may hurt your eyes. Do not
stare into the laser beam from the reagent bar code reader.
Specifications:
The reagent bar code is in conformity with the NCCLS standard and also compatible
with various application environments. The total length of reagent bar code is within
15-30 digits.
User Settings:
You can set up the reagent bar code format and select appropriate symbologies for
each element of the bar code.
Additional Guarantee:
If the built-in reagent bar code reader fails to scan the bar code labels, you are
allowed to use a hand-held reader to scan again or type in the bar code directly from
the keyboard.
The hydropneumatic assembly drives the fluidic components and controls the flow
mode of liquid and air via control valves, thus washing the reaction cuvettes, probes
and mixers.
The gauges are (from left to right): 25psi gauge, 10psi gauge, 5psi gauge and
vacuum gauge, which display the pressure and vacuum values of certain containers.
The container is considered to be normal if the gauge pointer is within the green
scales.
The containers in the above figure (from outside to inside) are: Dilution Tank A,
Dilution Tank B, High-concentration waste tank and Low-concentration waste tank.
WARNING:
Pressure or vacuum exists in the containers or concentrated wash
solution tank. Do not open forcedly the containers or tanks when the
system is in operation. Improper operation may cause personal injury or
equipment damage.
The reaction disk holds the cuvettes, in which the sample reacts with the reagent(s)
and colorimetric readings are taken.
Auto washing: After each measurement, the cuvette will be washed in 8 phases
and then dried for next measurement.
The working positions on the reaction disk are shown in the figure below.
During measurement, the 90 cuvettes are washed with wash solution and
deionized water in 8 phases, and then dried.
The waste wash fluid is discharged in two flows: high-concentration waste and
low-concentration waste.
When stirring is finished, the mixer moves automatically to its wash well for cleaning.
A sample mixer and a reagent mixer are provided to respectively stir samples and
R2/R3/R4.
For double-reagent test, the reagent mixer starts to work once R2 is dispensed.
For triple-reagent test, the reagent mixer starts to work after two periods since
R3 is dispensed.
Specifications:
Functioning:
When the cuvette rotates to the axis of corresponding light path, the absorbance at all
the 12 wavelengths is measured.
The ISE module is optional for fully-automated chemistry analyzers and designed to
measure the concentration of K+, Na+, Cl- and Li+ in serum, plasma and diluted urine.
The volume of the serum or plasma sample is 70µl and that of the diluted urine
sample is 140µl. The dilution ratio for urine sample is 1:10 (1 part of urine sample and
9 parts of urine diluent).
While using a water supply module, make sure sufficient deionized water is prepared
in the water tank. Before starting the chemistry analyzer, check if the water supply
module has been powered on.
If the water supply module will not be used for a long time, you are recommended to
switch off its power.
The function of the ball valve: Rotate the handle of the ball valve clockwise to vertical
position to open it and release the remaining pressure of the water supply module;
Rotate the handle of the ball valve couter-clockwise to horizontal position to shut
down. When working the ball valve should be shut down.
The drainage module collects and discharges to the waste buffer the
low-concentration waste liquids from the outlet on rear panel of the analyzer. When
the liquid level sensor detects that specified amount of waste liquids have been
collected in the waste buffer, the waste pump of the drainage module starts running,
discharging the waste to the sewer.
This section introduces the screen layout of the operating software, which is divided
into seven functional areas.
This area is located on the upper left corner of the screen and displays the
system status, current temperature of the reaction disk and current time, ISE
status, LIS communication status and remaining time of analysis.
Both arrows are light green. System is receiving data from and
sending test results to LIS.
Function buttons are set on the leftmost column of the screen and include
Samples, Reagents, Calibration, QC, Status, Statistics, Parameters, Setup,
Utilities and Shutdown.
Clicking a function button with the left mouse button will index to the relevant
working page.
Shortcut buttons are located on the upper right corner of the screen and include
(Start/Resume), (Pause), (Stop), (STAT), (Version) and
(Help).
Once the shortcut button is clicked with left mouse button, corresponding
operation will be performed.
The middle part of the screen is the working page area. This area displays
relevant parameters, procedures, results and graphs.
Below the working page lies the indication area, which displays explanation of the
element pointed by the mouse pointer.
⑤ Indication Area
The indication area is the long blank below the working page area and used to
display the description of the selected element on the screen.
⑥ Operator area
Displays the name of the current operator in the lower left corner of the screen.
The bottom area of the screen is the alarm message area and displays the
warning and error messages.
Dialog box
The dialog box is one of the most common components. See the following example:
Tab
See the figure below for an example. Click a tab and you can access the working
page that it indexes.
Button
Click a button and you can access the function it indexes, as the figure below shows.
Note that for a given group of radio buttons, you can only select one of them. See the
figure below.
Check box
Click a check box to select the option it represents and click it again to deselect it.
Note that for a given group of check boxes, you can choose more than one of them at
one time. See the figure below.
Edit box
You can enter characters in the edit box from keyboard. See the figure below.
The edit box can accept characters directly input from the keyboard.
Date control
A date control is where you can set up the date and allows you to enter directly or
select from the drop-down list box. An example of date control is shown below.
List
Click a test to select it, and click it again to deselect.
Slider
Slider is used to select a level continuously, as the figure below shows.
Click the slider and hold it, then you can drag it to the position needed.
Hold the mouse with your hand and move the mouse pointer to the desired object or
area on the screen, then click the left mouse button and release it quickly. A clicking
operation is finished.
WARNING:
The system should be installed by our authorized personnel only.
The system should be installed by our authorized personnel only, and you should
prepare a proper site for installation.
If you need to move the system to another site, please contact our Customer Service
Department or your local distributor, who are the appropriate people for the moving
job.
2.1 Unpacking
When you receive the system, carefully inspect the package. If you see any signs of
mishandling or damage, file a claim immediately with our Customer Service
Department or your local distributor.
After opening the package, check the delivered goods against the packing list as well
as the appearance of the system. If you find anything missing or damaged, alert our
Customer Service Department or your local distributor immediately.
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2.2.1 Installation Environment Requirements
The system is for indoor use only.
The bearing platform (or ground) should be level (gradient less than 1/200).
The bearing platform (or ground) should be able to bear 350Kg weight.
The installation site should be well ventilated.
CAUTION:
The system radiates heat while operating. A well-ventilated environment
helps keep the room temperature stable. Use ventilation equipment if
necessary. But if so, be sure not to expose the system to the direct draft
that may lead to unreliable results.
WARNING:
Make sure the power socket is grounded correctly. Improper grounding
may lead to electric shock and/or equipment damage.
Be sure to connect the system to a power socket that meets the
above-mentioned requirements and has a proper fuse installed.
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CAUTION:
Operating the system in an environment other than the specified may
lead to unreliable test results.
If the temperature or relative humidity does not meet the
above-mentioned requirements, be sure to use air-conditioning
equipment.
Flow: Continuous flow should be no less than 30L/H, and the peak flow no
greater than 1L/M. The water unit that has a flow of 20L/H must be equipped
with an accumulator of above 40L.
The low-concentration waste tubing should be no longer than 5m and the sewer
must not be 100mm higher than the installation ground. If the waste is
discharged by pressure, the low-concentration waste tubing should be no longer
than 10m and the sewer not 1200mm higher than the installation ground.
BIOHAZARD:
Be sure to dispose of the waste according to the local regulations.
CAUTION:
The water must meet requirements of the CAP Type II water;
otherwise insufficiently purified water may result in misleading
measurement.
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Figure2-1 Space and accessibility requirements
Wall
Minimum 500
Maximum 3000
Operation Unit
700
Analyzing Unit
Minimum 500
F
r
Minimum 500
o
n
1180
t
Unit: mm
Minimum 500
The system should be installed less than 10m (length of inlet tubing) away
from the water supply.
The system should be installed less than 5m away from the sewer (or waste
bucket), which must not be 100mm higher than the ground.
BIOHAZARD:
Wear gloves and lab coat and, if necessary, goggles.
CAUTION:
Do not bend or press the outlet tubing when connecting it to the system,
otherwise the waster can not be discharged and the system will be
damaged.
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Figure2-2 Connecting water supply and drain facilities
Water 2
supply Inlet filter
91 92
with 92
pressure Inlet filter
95 Maximum 95 Maximum
93 of Sewer
Water
supply
94 of
100mm 1200mm
94 96 97 91 93 98
94
High-pressure
Outlet
low-conc.waste(5m) Water supply module Drainage module
1 When the length of tubing 93 or 94 exceeds
5m, a drainage module is required.
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2.4 Installing/Removing Sample Disk
WARNING:
Before installing/removing the sample disk, make sure the system is in
Standby status and the sample disk has been stopped.
BIOHAZARD:
Wear gloves and lab coat and, if necessary, goggles.
To install the sample disk, align the hole of the disk to the pin of the rotor, gently lower
the disk all the way down and tighten (clockwise) the two retaining screws on the
sample disk to secure it to the rotor.
To remove the sample disk, loosen (counterclockwise) the two retaining screws on
the sample disk to separate it from the rotor, then grab the handle and pull the disk
upward to remove it.
CAUTION:
Before running the system, make sure that the sample disk cover is
closed and the protrusion on the cover is placed in the concave on the
system panel. Otherwise the sample probe may be damaged.
NOTE:
The sample disk may be contaminated when being used. If samples spill
in the compartment or on the disk, wipe them with cloth soaked with
water or disinfector after placing the Power to OFF.
BIOHAZARD:
Wear gloves and lab coat and, if necessary, goggles.
To install the reagent disk, align the hole of the disk to the pin of the rotor, gently lower
the disk all the way down and tighten (clockwise) the two retaining screws on the
reagent disk to secure it to the rotor.
To remove the reagent disk, loosen (counterclockwise) the two retaining screws on
the reagent disk to separate it from the rotor, then grab the handles and pull the disk
upward to remove it.
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CAUTION:
Make sure the reagent disk cover is closed, otherwise cooling effect of
the refrigerator will be degraded and the reagent probe may be
damaged.
Before running the system, make sure that the reagent disk cover is
closed and the protrusion on the cover is placed in the concave on the
system panel. Otherwise the reagent probe may be damaged.
NOTE:
The reagent disk may be contaminated when being used. If reagents
spill in the compartment or on the disk, wipe them with cloth soaked with
water or disinfector after placing the Power to OFF.
BIOHAZARD:
Wear gloves and lab coat and, if necessary, goggles.
To load sample tubes, insert the tube into the tube holder until the bottom of the tube
contacts the groove of the tube rack.
To remove sample tubes, grab the tube and pull it upward to remove it from the tube
holder.
To load reagent bottles, insert the bottle into the bottle holder until the bottom of the
bottle contacts the groove of the holder.
To remove the reagent bottles, grab the bottle and pull it upward to remove it from the
bottle holder.
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2.8 Installing/Removing ISE Components
(Optional)
CAUTION:
Use the consumables recommended by our company. Other
consumables may degrade the system performance.
WARNING:
Wear gloves and lab coat and, if necessary, goggles.
Be sure to dispose of the used Reagent Pack in compliance with the
local regulations.
Before performing the installation or removing, make sure the analyzer
is powered off.
BIOHAZARD:
Wear gloves and lab coat and, if necessary, goggles.
To install Reagent Pack, remove the red caps from Reagent Pack first and push the
wand just above the top of Reagent Pack. Make sure that the three pipe adapters at
the bottom of the wand are opposite to those on the top of Reagent Package, then
push down the wand to Reagent Package. The wand will only fit one way.
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Figure2-4 Installing Reagent Pack 1
To remove Reagent Pack, disconnect the wand from the top of the Reagent Pack by
pushing down the yellow button in the wand, which makes the wand and Reagent
Pack disconnected. Set the wand on the table surface, which should not leak.
Carefully remove the used Reagent Pack from the Chemistry Analyzer and dispose
of it properly.
To make the Reagent Pack ready to use, please refer to the steps described in
5.9.1Replacing Reagent Pack.
BIOHAZARD:
Wear gloves and lab coat and, if necessary, goggles.
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NOTE:
The storage for K+ and Li+ electrodes is different from the other
electrodes. For there is some certain kind of solution in the lumen of the
electrodes, a tape covering both ends of the lumen can be seen. So
whenever unpacking these electrodes, remove the tape first. If some of
the solution leaks outside of the electrode, it should be wiped before
installation.
Each electrode including the reference electrode has an O-ring on one
side of its lumen, so ensure the side with the O-ring towards up when
installing the electrodes.
1 Open the ISE unit door on right side of the analyzing unit.
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2 Unscrew the captive screw of the ISE module shielding box and make the
cover towards outside. Unscrew the cover and you will see the electrodes
housing.
Place the reference electrode inside the housing by pressing down the
compression plate and push it straight against the back of the housing.
Release the compression plate and ensure the electrode cannot be easily
moved.
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4 Remove the Chloride electrode from its protective packaging and place it
in the ISE module housing in the same way as the reference electrode.
5 Repeat the process for the Potassium electrode.
6 Repeat the process for the Sodium electrode.
7 Repeat the process for the Li+ electrode or the spacer.
8 Push all the electrodes simultaneously to ensure they are in correct
alignment.
All the electrodes for spacer, Na, K and Cl are of the same size and shape.
Connection pins at the rear of each electrode are different and ensure that
the electrodes are inserted in the correct order. So if one of the electrodes
can not be easily pushed into the housing, check the electrode first then
repeat the installation process.
9 Install the cover back to the shielding box by tightening the screw.
10 Fasten the two screws at the bottom of the shielding box.
11 Close the ISE unit door.
NOTE:
If a Li+ electrode is configured, install or remove it in the same way as
the spacer electrode.
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3 Unscrew the screw of the ISE module shielding box and make the cover
towards outside. Unscrew the cover, which the electrodes housing will be
seen.
4 Take the electrode(s) out from the housing by pressing down the
compression plate(s) in the opposite sequence of installing.
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3 Basic Operations
This chapter provides step-by-step procedures to operate the analyzer for basic
tasks.
Starting Analysis
3.3.1 Programming Calibrators
3.3.2 Programming Controls
3.3.3 Programming Routine Samples
3.3.4 Programming STAT Samples
3.3.5 Programming Reagent Blanks
3.3.6 Adding/Deleting Samples and Tests
3.3.7 Rerunning a Sample
3.3.8 Editing Test Results
3.3.9 Printing/Sending Test Results
Finishing Analysis
3.4.1 Powering Off
3.4.2 Checking after Powering Off
Before starting analysis, necessary works should be done to prepare test conditions
for the system.
Starting Analysis
Samples are analyzed in correct test procedures, and the test results can be inquired,
edited, output, etc.
Finishing Analysis
WARNING:
Reagents, concentrated wash solution and enhanced wash solution are
corrosive to human skins. Exercise caution when using the reagents,
concentrated wash solution and enhanced wash solution. In case your
skin or clothes contact the reagents or wash solution, wash them off
with soap and clean water. In case the reagents or wash solution spill
into your eyes, rinse them with much water and consult an oculist.
BIOHAZARD:
Wear gloves and lab coat and, if necessary, goggles when performing
the following operations.
1 Check the power supply and make sure it can supply proper voltage for the
analyzer.
2 Check the connections among the analyzing unit, operation unit and printer.
Make sure the connections are right and secure. Check the power cords of the
analyzing unit, operation unit and printer and make sure they are well
connected to the power sockets.
3 Check and make sure sufficient paper is prepared for the printer.
4 Check if concentrated wash solution is sufficient. Refer to 5.2.1 Checking
Concentrated Wash Solution for details. If not, please refill.
CAUTION:
We have specified the following concentrated wash solutions:
CD80 wash solution for specific use on chemistry analyzer.
Be sure to use the concentrated wash solution specified by our
company. Otherwise, proper result may not be obtained and the
hydropneumatic system will be damaged.
WARNING:
Poisonous gas will be produced if acid wash solution is mixed with
alkaline wash solution. Do not mix the acid wash solution with the
alkaline one.
CAUTION:
We have specified the following enhanced wash solutions:
Acid wash solution: 0.1mol/l hydrochloric acid;
Alkaline: diluted CD80 wash solution (dilution ratio 1:10).
Be sure to use the enhanced wash solution specified by our
company. Otherwise, proper result may not be obtained.
We recommend the acid and alkaline wash solutions be used
alternately. For instance, if the acid wash solution is used at
current startup, the alkaline one should be used at next startup.
6 Check the sample disk and ensure the following solutions are placed correctly.
Position U: Urine diluent, for ISE analytes only;
Position D1: ISE cleaning solution;
Position D2: Acid wash solution;
Position D3: Alkaline wash solution;
Position W: Distilled water
NOTE
If your analyzer is not equipped with the ISE module, you don’t
have to check positions U and D1.
7 If your analyzer is equipped with the ISE module, please make sure the
reagent pack is installed with sufficient reagent.
8 Refer to 5.2.5 Checking Connection of Deionized Water for instructions of
checking connection of deionized water.
9 Check the drainage of low-concentration waste. Make sure the tubing is not
bent and the waste level is not higher than the waste outlet of the analyzer.
Refer to 5.2.7 Checking Waste Tubing for details.
10 Check the connection of high-concentration waste bucket and make sure it is
emptied.
11 Refer to 5.2.1 Checking Sample/Reagent Syringe for instructions of checking
the syringe.
12 Check the sample probe and make sure the probe is not contaminated or bent.
If the probe is contaminated, clean it as instructed by 5.3.1 Cleaning Sample
Probe. If the probe is bent, replace it according to 5.8.3 Replacing Sample
Probe.
3.2.2 Powering On
Power on the analyzer in the sequence presented below:
NOTE:
If the space of the disk on which the software is installed is less than
200M, you can not enter the login interface. The following dialog box
will be displayed.
NOTE:
You are forbidden to perform measurements once logging on the
software in quick mode.
The username of the system administrator is “ADMIN”, and the
initial password is “ ”. Please note that the password is
case sensitive. You are recommended to change the password
when logging in for the first time, to prevent others from abusing
the authorities of ADMIN. Refer to 4.12.4 User for details.
3 The main screen of the operating software is displayed with the Startup status
dialog box popping up. After initialization, the Startup status dialog box is closed
and the system enters Idle status. Then you may start the analysis.
NOTE:
If the operating environment does not meet the requirements
during startup check, the system will remind you of the error and
ask you to exit the software and shut down the computer.
Once any problem occurs during initialization, the system will stop
the process and forbid sample analysis unless a successful
initialization is performed by executing Startup Initialization on
the Daily Maint. page.
You must complete all the following settings if this is the first time the analyzer being
used. Also you must set up sample/reagent bar code formats if a sample or reagent
bar code reader is configured.
Before requesting the tests, you must finish the following settings:
CAUTION:
Be sure to use the reagents specified by our company and set up test
parameters following the package insert. Otherwise, proper result may
not be obtained.
CAUTION:
Set up carryover relationship according to reagent components provided
by the reagent manufacturer. Otherwise test results may be influenced.
WARNING:
The probe tip is sharp and can cause puncture wounds. To prevent
injury, exercise caution when working around the probe.
The reagents are corrosive. Exercise caution when handling the
reagents. Wear gloves and lab coat and, if necessary, goggles.
When you finish all the preparations stated in previous sections and the system is in
Idle state, you may proceed to the programming operation and then start the
analysis.
CAUTION:
You need to run the calibration again when you change reagent lots, test
parameters, lamp or other analysis conditions.
Select the button to start running the calibrators. Refer to 4.1 Start for
details.
Select CalibrationÆCalib. Request and view calibration status of desired test in the
Calibrations field. Or
Select StatusÆSample Disk. Select desired calibrator position on the disk graph,
then select a test from the Test Result list.
Select CalibrationÆResults and select a test from the Tests list. Refer to 4.7.3
Results for details.
CAUTION:
If the Interval on the ParametersÆTestÆQC screen is not 0, the
analyzer will automatically insert QC tests among sample tests.
Select QCÆQC Request, and request quality controls for desired tests. Refer to
4.8.1 QC Request for details.
After requesting QCs, you should load corresponding controls to their assigned
positions on the sample disk.
Select the button to start running the controls. Refer to 4.1 Start for details.
To view QC status, you can:
Select QC Æ QC Request and view quality control status of desired test in the
QCs field. Or
Select StatusÆSample Disk. Select desired control position on the disk graph,
then select a test from the Test Result list.
NOTE:
If the system is equipped with a sample bar code reader, click Scan on
the Sample Request page to scan all positions on current sample disk;
otherwise, set up positions manually for the samples downloaded from
LIS.
Select the button to start running the samples. Refer to 4.1 Start for
details.
Select the button. The system scans all samples on current sample disk
and then downloads sample information from the LIS host. Then the identified
samples are run automatically.
Select Samples Æ Sample Request and view test status of desired sample in
the Samples field. Or
Select StatusÆSample Disk. Select desired sample on the disk graph, then
select a test from the Test Result list. Refer to 4.9.2 Sample Disk for details.
To request and run STAT samples, you can use two methods:
1. Emergent samples
Select the button in the shortcut buttons area of the main screen and
request STAT samples on the popup dialog box. Refer to 4.4 Emergent
Samples for details;
2. STAT samples
Select the button to start running the samples. Refer to 4.1 Start for
details.
Select Samples Æ Sample Request and view test status of desired sample in
the Samples field. Or
Select StatusÆSample Disk. Select desired sample on the disk graph, then
select a test from the Test Result list. Refer to 4.9.2 Sample Disk for details.
CAUTION:
Running reagent blank checks whether the reagent is invalidated or not.
To view test result of reagent blank, select date range on the Reagent Blank
page and search for desired reagent blanks.
Select the button to start running the samples. Refer to 4.1 Start for
details.
Select SamplesÆSample Request, and select the Scan button to scan bar
code labels of the added samples.
Select the button to start running the samples. Refer to 4.1 Start for
details.
Adding/Deleting tests
Select SamplesÆSample Request, and then select a sample and desired tests that
you would like to add or delete.
NOTE:
You must first set up auto rerun before rerunning samples. For
instructions of setting auto rerun, refer to 4.12.1 System.
Select StatusÆSample Disk, then select desired sample on the disk graph and click
the Rerun button.
Set up the rerun conditions on the System page of the Setup screen. The system will
rerun the samples according to the conditions you have configured.
CAUTION:
Sample results can only be edited by authorized personnel.
Select SamplesÆCurrent (or History), then select the Edit button and edit desired
test result on the popup dialog box. Refer to 4.5.2 Current and 4.5.3 History for
details.
NOTE:
Be sure to perform print setup on the Print page before printing test
results. Refer to 4.12.5 Print for details.
Before transferring test results to the LIS host, make sure LIS
communication has been configured. Refer to 4.12.7 LIS for details.
After exiting the Windows operating system, switch off the following powers in the
presented order:
NOTE:
The refrigerator still functions after the Power is placed to OFF. To shut
down the refrigerator, place the Main Power to OFF.
BIOHAZARD:
Wear gloves and lab coat and, if necessary, goggles when performing
the following operations.
NOTE:
If the MAIN POWER is placed to OFF, take the reagents from the
reagent disk and put them into an external refrigerator.
2 Remove the calibrators, controls and samples from the sample disk.
3 Check the surface of the analyzing unit for stains and wipe them off with clean
soft cloth, if any.
4 Check the high-concentration waste bucket and empty it if necessary.
4.1 Start
NOTE:
1. After requesting, select the button from the shortcut buttons area of the
main screen to pop up the Start Testing dialog box.
Field Description
S. Disk Select a sample disk that you want to run tests. The number of
pending samples on the sample disk is displayed in the Samples
field.
R. Disk Select a reagent disk that you want to run tests. The number of
available tests on the reagent disk is displayed in the Tests field.
S. Range There are two options available: ALL and Partial.
Select All to run all samples on the selected sample disk;
When selecting Partial, you should set the sample positions in the
Position field below.
Position When selecting Partial in the S. Range field, enter desired sample
positions in the edit box to the right of Position. You can only enter
numbers, ‘ - ‘ and ‘ , ‘ in the edit box.
e.g. Enter a sample range: 1-23;
Enter single samples: 1, 3, 5
Enter sample range and single positions: 1-4,6,10,14-16,19
The samples that do not exist or do not meet the analyzing conditions
will be ignored during analysis.
CAUTION:
Before clicking OK, confirm samples, calibrators, controls and reagents
have been placed in correct positions.
If you need to add multiple samples or replace the sample disk during measurement,
you should first pause the sampling and then start loading samples or replacing
sample disk.
When routine samples are requested but not placed on the sample disk, you should
pause the sampling by selecting in the shortcut buttons area of the main screen
and load the samples to assigned positions, then select to resume the
measurement.
NOTE:
1. During measurement, select the button from the shortcut buttons area of
the main screen. The following dialog box pops up.
2. Select OK. A dialog box pops up to prompt the user. The sampling is stopped
and dispensing of R1 for the next sample is paused, but the test whose R1 and
sample have been dispensed and R2 is not dispensed yet still continues.
NOTE:
The stop function is used when you want to terminate the measurement and
invalidate all unfinished tests.
1. Select from the shortcut buttons area of the main screen. The following
dialog box pops up.
2. Select OK. The measurement is stopped and all unfinished tests are invalidated.
Field Description
S. Disk Select a sample disk from the drop-down list box. If the current
sample disk has positions available, the S. Disk field is read-only;
otherwise, the next sample disk is displayed and the S. Disk field is
selectable.
Sample ID Enter the sample ID. It ranges from 9001 to 9999 and increases by 1
once an emergent sample is requested.
Position Select a position where the sample is to be placed.
The default is the first available STAT position and you can change it
as needed.
NOTE:
You are recommended to place emergent samples on
the 10 STAT positions (E1-E10) of the sample disk.
Ordinary STAT samples that are requested on the
Sample Request page can be placed on any position
of the sample disk.
3. To run a sample blank before analyzing the sample, mark the check box to the
left of Samp. Blank.
4. Select OK. While the system is in testing status, if the sample disk you have
selected is the current one, the system will start analyzing the sample
immediately once you select OK; otherwise you will be prompted to replace the
current sample disk after the sampling is finished, then you can start analyzing
the emergent sample on the popup Start Testing dialog box. If the system is idle,
it will start analyzing the sample automatically after you select OK.
NOTE:
4.5 Samples
Select Samples from the function buttons area of the main screen. The Samples
screen is displayed with Sample Request page as the default view.
On this screen you can request sample runs and view current and history test results
by sample or by test.
NOTE:
In the Tests and Profiles field, different background colors of the tests
or profiles refer to different meanings.
Dark blue means the test is selected.
Grey means the test is unselectable.
Silvermeans the test is selectable .
The tests that are not configured correctly will appear in grey, and if the
pointer of the mouse is stopped on it for a while, the system will remind
you of the reason why it is unselectable.
When you see… Then…
Reagent position is not assigned Set the position of the reagent.
Not enough reagent Refill more reagent
Reagent expired Reset or scan the reagent.
Sample volume not configured Set the sample volume.
Combination of above reasons Take corresponding measures
stated above.
Field Description
ID Sequence number of samples (1-9000).
Enter the start sample ID in the first edit box and end sample ID in
the second one.
Identical ID in two edit boxes means one sample is entered. If the
end ID is greater than the start ID, it indicates all samples within
the range are requested with same sample information (except
sample ID) and tests.
Position It refers to position of the sample on the selected virtual sample
disk.
All positions on the sample disk include:
Routine: 1-60;
Calibrator: S1-S10 (61-70);
Control: C1-C5 (71-75);
STAT sample: E1-E10 (76-85);
Others: U (urine diluent, 86), for ISE unit only
D1 (ISE cleaning solution, 87)
D2 (acid wash solution, 88)
D3 (alkaline wash solution, 89)
W (distilled water, 90)
NOTE:
Selecting a position from the drop-down list box means:
For single sample, it refers to the position of this
sample; or
For a batch of samples, it refers to the position of
the sample with starting No., and positions of other
samples will be assigned by the system
accordingly.
If the analyzer is equipped with a sample bar code
reader, the Position field is 0 by default. You can
change it manually, but the finally-scanned one will
prevail.
Once a position is assigned manually or by scanning, it
will no longer be included in the Position drop-down list
box.
Type Select a sample type from the drop-down list box. You can define
more options on the Dictionary page of the Setup screen.
Tube Type Select a sample tube type from the drop-down list box. It includes
two options: Standard and Micro.
Patient Input patient name.
Replicate It refers to times of the same sample run. 1 is default, which
means once only.
In the Samples field, the samples are indicated by different status which has the
following meaning:
Status Description
Req It stands for requested and means tests are ordered for
the sample but not added to the test list.
NReq It stands for not requested and means the sample is
identified by bar code reader but has no program
information associated with the sample ID.
Pen It stands for pending and means the sample is added to
the test list but not started for analysis.
InP It stands for in progress and means the sample is being
analyzed.
Fin It stands for finished and means the sample is analyzed
and results are calculated.
Abn It stands for abnormal and means the sample is
analyzed, but some tests are not calculated or
experience errors, such as antigen excess, linearity
range exceeded, etc.
The following table introduces the buttons on the Sample Request page.
Button Function
Details After selecting a sample from Samples, click this button to pop
up the Details dialog box, where you can check and edit the
detailed information of the sample and corresponding patient
demographics.
Refer to 4.5.1.1 Configuring Sample Information for details.
Download This button is available only when:
The system is in Idle status; and
The system is connected to the LIS host; and
The system is enabled to download sample information from
the LIS host.
By selecting this button, you can download samples from the LIS
host.
Refer to 4.5.1.2 Downloading Sample Information for details.
NOTE:
When re-requesting tests for the requested sample, the tests which
have been requested for the sample and are not requested this time
will be invalidated, no matter the tests which have been requested for
the sample have been run or not.
1. Select a sample from the Samples list of the Sample Request page.
Field Description
Patient Imput name of the patient.
Gender Select the gender of the patient.
Age Enter the patient age in the edit box and then select an age unit
from the drop-down list box.
Tester Select the tester who analyzes the sample.
Sent From Select the department from which the sample is submitted.
Sender Select the doctor who submits the sample for analysis.
Send D/T Select the date and time when the sample was sent for analysis.
The default is the current date and time.
Diagnosis Select the diagnosis to the patient. You can define more options
on the Dictionary page of the Setup screen.
6. Use the navigation buttons to view and edit other samples as instructed below:
7. Click Close to close the Details dialog box. (shortcut button: Alt+X)
Field Description
Latest By selecting Latest, you can download from LIS all
samples of current day that have not been downloaded
yet
All By selecting All, you can download all sample
information of current day from LIS.
A Sample When selecting A Sample, you should enter the bar
code of the sample that you want to download. Then the
sample information will be downloaded to the analyzer.
If the sample already exists on the analyzer, no query
instruction will be sent to LIS and a prompt appears
indicating that the sample already exists.
NOTE:
If error (like connection failure) occurs during downloading, the status
dialog box will be closed and a prompt appears indicating connection
error. However, the samples that are already downloaded completely
will be saved.
Invalid sample information due to incompletion or inexistent sample
cannot be downloaded.
2. When scanning is finished, the obtained bar code will correspond automatically
to the samples on the sample disk. If no sample information corresponds to the
scanned sample bar code and the LIS host is connected, the system will
download the sample information from LIS. If downloading failed, the sample will
be flagged abnormal.
Select … To …
Current Sample(s) Delete the sample currently selected on the
Sample Request page.
Samples on Selected Delete all samples on the current sample disk that
Sample Disk are not finished.
Samples on All Sample Delete all samples (including unpositioned ones)
Disks on the six sample disks that are not finished.
2. Select the new sample disk and position where the sample is to be placed.
NOTE:
In Testing, Pause and Sample Stop status, the pending or finished
samples cannot be moved.
Changing sample position can be performed when the system is
in Idle, Testing, Pause or Sample Stop status, however, the
pending samples must not be moved if the system is not idle.
1. In the Samples field of Sample Request page, select a sample that is being
requested (the samples with “#” in the front) or has been requested.
2. You can set sample information and tests for the newly requested samples, or
modify the sample information for the requested sample.
2. Select check boxes next to desired options whose settings on the Sample
Request page will be set to defaults for following sample requesting.
4.5.1.8 Option
1. Select Option on the Sample Request page. The Option dialog box is
displayed to set replicates and sample volume, and also choose whether to run
sample blank or not.
2. When test is to be added whose replicates or sample volume are different from
the sample’s configuration, select the sample to be tested first in sample list. And
then select test to be added. Click Option button to go to Option dialog box.
Replicates and sample volume can be set and saved.
Field Description
Replicates Set replicates for all tests of a sample.
Volume Set sample volume for all tests of a sample: Standard, Diluted,
Increase, Inc.&Dil., Decrease, Dec.&Dil. The system will run the
test on the basis of the selected sample volume.
The sample volume of the increase and decrease test or diluting
ratio should be set in Parameter screen (please refer to 4.11.1.1
Parameter for details). The sample volume is selected here.
Blank Set sample blank test for all tests of a sample.
Test Test information is shown in the list.
If the set up of replicates, sample volume, and sample blank of
different tests for one sample are different, they can be edited in
the list separately for each test.
Button Function
OK
Select OK to save current settings.
4.5.2 Current
The system provides a feature that allows the user to view the results of samples that
are analyzed on the current day. You can view test results by sample or by test.
The P/H column of the Samples and Measurements lists tells you whether the
sample or test result has been printed or transferred to LIS. P stands for Print and H
for (LIS) host.
P/H Description
The sample or test result has been printed and
Y/Y
also transferred to LIS.
The sample or test result has been printed but not
Y/N
transferred to LIS.
The sample or test result has been transferred to
N/Y
LIS but not printed.
The sample or test result has neither been printed
N/N
nor transferred to LIS.
Field Description
Type Type of the sample.
Charact. Characteristic of the sample.
Patient Name of the patient.
Gender Patient gender.
Bar Code Bar code information of the sample.
Date/Time Date and time when the sample was requested.
Button Function
Search Click this button to search desired measurement records on the
current day.
Refer to Searching Test Results in this section for details.
Edit Click this button to edit a measurement record that has a result, or
to add an off-system test.
Refer to Editing Results in this section for details.
Delete Select a sample in the Samples field of the Current page; then
click Delete to delete the desired unfinished tests and uncalculated
calculations tests and off-system tests.
Refer to Deleting Results in this section for details.
NOTE:
As for the samples that are being analyzed, you
can only delete the unfinished tests.
NOTE:
If the selected measurement is a replicate run or
has replicate results, the Reac. Curve button will
be displayed in grey and the Replicates button is
available.
Details Select a sample in the Samples field of the Current page, then
select Details to view and edit the sample or patient information.
Refer to 4.5.1.1 Configuring Sample Information for
detail.
Print/Send Select one or multiple samples in the Samples field of the Current
page, then select Print/Send to print out the test results or send
them to the LIS host.
Refer to to 4.5.1.1 Configuring
Sample Information.
Printing/Transferring Test Results in this section for details.
NOTE
The Rerun button will be disabled in the following
conditions:
If no sample and test are selected on the Current
page; or
If the selected test is not on current sample disk or
the sample position has already been released.
Save Save the changes to sample information.
Cancel Cancel the changes to sample information
Field Description
Sample ID Enter the sample ID that you want to search.
Enter the start ID in the first edit box and end ID in the second
one.
3. Select Search. The qualified test results are displayed on the Current page.
4. To save the settings as defaults and apply them in following query, select the
Default button.
Editing Results
1. Select a sample in the Samples field of the Current page.
3. To add an off-system test to a sample, select the radio button to the left of Add
Off-system Test.
NOTE:
The test that is not run on this analyzer is considered as off-system
test, which can be printed out in the patient report.
Field Description
Name Select an off-system test from the drop-down list box.
Sample ID Enter the ID of samples to which the off-system test is to be
added. The default is the selected sample ID.
NOTE:
The start ID must not be greater than the end ID.
Date The date when the off-system test was run. The default is the
current date.
Result Result of the off-system test.
6. To edit test result of a sample, select the radio button to the left of Edit Results.
7. Select desired tests from the list in the lower part of the Edit Sample Results
dialog box, then enter new results in the corresponding Final Result column.
Deleting Results
1. Select a sample in the Samples field of the Current page.
3. Select Delete. All unfinished tests, uncalculated calculation tests and off-system
tests of the sample are deleted. When all tests of the sample are deleted, the
sample will also be omitted and the sample position is released.
For instructions of how to view reaction curve, refer to 4.9.2.4 Viewing Reaction
Curve.
For instructions of viewing and editing sample details, refer to to 4.5.1.1 Configuring
Sample Information.
1. Select the check boxes of one or multiple samples in the Samples field of the
Current page.
3. Select desired option between Print Results , Send to LIS and Print Report
Collec.
Select … To …
Selected Result of Current Print or transfer to LIS the selected test result of
Sample the current sample.
All Results of Current Print or transfer to LIS all test results of the current
Sample sample.
NOTE:
During printing, the tests that are masked or have no results calculated
will be excluded.
5. If you want to exclude the samples that have already been printed or transferred,
select the check box next to Ignore Printed/Transferred Samples.
6. Select OK, The specified test results are printed out or transferred to LIS.
3. To view the reaction curve of a test, select a test from the list on the View
Replicate Results dialog box and select Reac. Curve. The Reaction Curve
dialog box is displayed. Refer to 4.9.2.4 Viewing Reaction Curve for more
information about the Reaction Curve dialog box.
NOTE:
The Delete button will be available only when unfinished tests are
selected.
For the detailed information of the data alarms displayed in the
Remark column, see Chapter 7.
Save
After selecting a result, part of the sample information of this test will appear on the
Sample Information area. Users can edit this information. Select save to save the
changes to sample information.
Cancel
After selecting a result, part of the sample information of this test will appear on the
Sample Information area. Users can edit this information. Select Cancel to cancel
the changes to sample information.
Field Description
Test Name of the test.
Test Type Type of the test. It includes Routine, Calculation, Off-system, ISE
and Serum.
Unit Unit of the test result.
Decimal Number of decimal places of the test result.
Std. No. Standard number of the test.
Full Name Full name of the test.
Final Result edited or corrected by the user. The default is the test result.
Result
Test Result Result finally measured by the system. For off-system tests, it
means the firstly-entered result; for calculation tests, it means the
latest result.
Button Function
Search Click this button to search desired measurement records on the
current day.
Refer to Searching Test Results in 4.5.2.1 Viewing Current
Results by Sample for details.
Edit Click this button to edit test results of a test.
Refer to Editing Results in this section for details.
Recalculat Click this button to recalculate the results of a test on current day
e using the default calibration parameters.
Refer to Recalculating Results in this section for details.
Reac. Select a measurement record and select Reac. Curve to view the
Curve reaction curve.
Refer to 4.9.2.4 Viewing Reaction Curve for details.
Compen. Click this button to correct the results of a test.
Refer to Compensating Results in this section for details.
Print/Send Select one or multiple tests in the Tests field of the Current page,
then select Print/Send to print out the test results.
Replicates Click this button to view replicate results of a test.
Refer to Viewing Replicate Results in 4.5.2.1 Viewing Current
Results by Sample for details.
Result Click this button to view result trend graph of this test
Trend
Refer to Result Trend for details
Editing Results
1. Select a test that has result in the Tests field of the Current page.
3. Select desire sample in the Measurements list and enter new result in the Final
Result column.
4. Select Save. The test results of the corresponding samples are changed into the
new values.
Recalculating Results
NOTE:
Only the results of routine tests can be recalculated with their
calibration parameters.
1. Select a test (except for off-system and calculation test) in the Tests field of the
Current page.
3. Select the check boxes to the left desired sample ID in the Measurements list.
4. Select Calculate. The test result for the samples is recalculated using the
default calibration parameters.
Compensating Results
1. Select a test in the Tests field of the Current page.
4. Select the check boxes of desired samples for which you want to correct the test
results.
5. Select Compensate. The test results for the samples are corrected using the
compensation formula.
2. Select Result Trend. The Result Trend Graph dialog box is displayed.
Button Function
Rerun When the checkbox is deselected, for every sample which has
Result rerun test results, only average result will be displayed on the
Stat. reaction curve and for rerun test, only default result will be
displayed. When the checkbox is selected, all the tests will be
selected.
|<< Click this button to view data information of the first point.
<< Click this button to view data information of the previous point.
>>| Click this button to view data information of the last point.
Close Click this button to close current result trend graph dialog box.
4.5.3 History
To view the test results before the current day, select the History tab of the Samples
screen to enter the History page.
The History page is almost the same with the Current page except that the former
does not have rerunning function.
4.6 Reagents
This section explains how to set up reagents and request reagent blanks.
Select Reagents from the function buttons area of the main screen. The Reagents
screen is displayed with Reagent Setup as the default view.
Reagent Setup
Reagent Blank
NOTE:
All reagents of a test must be set on the same reagent disk. Otherwise,
the test cannot be requested.
The following table introduces the buttons on the Reagent Setup page.
Button Function
Reagent Click this button to add reagents or edit the reagent information.
Refer to Setting up Reagents in this section for details.
Scan Click this button to scan the reagents on current reagent disk.
Refer to Scanning Reagent in this section for details.
Release Click this button to release position of the selected reagent. Refer
to Releasing Reagent Position in this section for details.
Inventory Click this button to check remaining volume of the selected
reagent. Refer to Checking Reagent Inventory in this section
for details.
Order Multiple reagent bottles may be prepared for one reagent type of
a test. You should set up the order in which the reagents are
aspirated during sample analysis. Select Order to set the
aspiration order of reagents. Refer to Setting Reagent Order in
this section for details.
Print Click this button to print out reagent information of all tests on
current reagent disk.
Field Description
Disk Select a virtual reagent disk on which the reagent is to be
placed.
Position Select a position of the reagent bottle on the reagent disk.
Size Select the bottle type of the reagent. It includes OC(outer circle)
20ml, OC 40ml, IC(inner circle) 40ml and IC 62ml.
Test Select a test to edit the reagent information.
Rgt. Type Select a reagent type for the test from the drop-down list box. It
includes R1 and R2.
Sharing Select a test which shares the reagent with the above
mentioned test.
Only one sharing test can be set up for each reagent.
Rgt. Type Select a reagent type for the sharing test. It includes R1 and R2.
Lot No. Enter the lot No. of the reagent. It can not be blank. For Mindray
reagent, there are 8 digits on the reagent bottle, enter the last 4
digits manually.
Bottle No. Enter the bottle No. of the reagent. It can be entered manually
or obtained from the barcode.
NOTE:
The tests that use expired reagents cannot be
requested.
Bar Code Bar code information on the reagent bottle. You can enter it
manually or scan it via a hand-held bar code reader.
When there is something wrong with the bar code scanner, you
can enter the reagent bar code at available reagent positions
manually.
If request information is to be extracted from the bar code,
please set the bar code information in bar code screen (please
refer to 4.12.6 bar code for details) and select Reagent
Barcode. When the reagent barcode is manually entered, the
bar code information will be extracted automatically.
If you modify the reagent information manually after information
is extracted from the reagent barcode, a dialog box will pop up
as shown in the following.
NOTE:
The Scan button on the Reagent Setup page will not be available if:
No reagent bar code reader is installed on the analyzer; or
The system is in Testing status.
1. Select Scan on the Reagent Setup screen. The Scan Reagents dialog box is
displayed.
Specified Positions: To scan the specified positions on the reagent disk. You
should enter the start and end positions in the edit boxes.
NOTE:
The start number must not be greater than the end number, and the
position No. you enter must not exceed the total reagent positions of
the reagent disk.
3. Select OK. The specified reagent positions are scanned and then displayed in
the Reagent Status list on the Reagent Setup page.
NOTE:
Reagents for requested tests cannot be released.
1. Select a test in the Reagent Status list of the Reagent Setup page.
All Reagents for Selected Test: To release all reagents of the selected test;
4. Select desired option and select OK. The corresponding reagent positions are
released.
NOTE:
Checking reagent inventory is not allowed if the system is not idle.
1. Select a test in the Reagent Status list of the Reagent Setup page.
Option Description
Selected Position To check the remaining volume of reagent
on the selected position.
All Reagents for Selected Test To check the remaining volume of all
reagents for the selected test.
Reagents for All Tests To check the remaining volume of reagents
for all tests on current reagent disk.
Check all open chemistries Check all the remaining volume of the open
reagent inventory test reagent on the current reagent disk.
The results will be displayed in Tests Left
and Inventory in Reagent setup.
Check all closed chemistries Check the remaining volume of all the
reagent inventory closed reagent on the current disk. The
results will be displayed in Tests Left and
Inventory in Reagent setup.
4. Select OK. The remaining volume of the reagents is checked and displayed in
the Reagent Status list on the Reagent Setup page.
NOTE:
The system is in Maintaining status while checking reagent inventory;
and other motion operation of the system is not allowed.
1. Select Order on the Reagent Setup screen. The Reagent Order Setup dialog
box is displayed.
Disk
Test
3. All reagents for the selected test on current reagent disk are displayed in the lower
list of the Reagent Order Setup dialog box.
Button Function
|< Click this button to move selected reagent to the first position.
<< Click this button to move selected reagent to the previous
position.
>> Click this button to move selected reagent to the next position.
>| Click this button to move selected reagent to the last position.
2. All reagent information on the reagent disk is displayed in the Reagent Status list.
4. Move the vertical and horizontal bars to display the hidden contents of the list.
NOTE:
In the Tests field, different background colors of the test refer to
different meanings:
Dark blue: The test is selected.
Grey: The test is unselectable.
Silver: The test is selectable.
The tests that are not configured correctly will appear in grey, and if the
pointer of the mouse is stopped on it for a while, the system will remind
you of the reason why it is unselectable.
When you see… Then…
Reagent position is not assigned Set the position of the reagent.
Not enough reagent Refill more reagent
Reagent expired Reset or scan the reagent.
Sample volume not configured Set the sample volume.
Combination of above reasons Take corresponding measures
stated above.
Button Function
Request After selecting desired tests in the Tests list, select this button to
order reagent blanks for them.
To run the reagent blanks, see 4.1 Start for details.
NOTE:
When reagent blanks are requested, the system
will run the reagent blanks of current sample disk
automatically while analyzing other samples. If the
system is in Idle or Pause status, run the reagent
blanks in the same way as routine samples. See
4.1 Start.
Delete Select a test from the Reagent Blanks field, and then select
Delete to delete reagent blank requisition for the test.
Cancel After selecting desired tests in the Tests list, select this button to
cancel the selection.
Button Function
Search Click this button to search for reagent blank data and graphic
trend during specific period.
2. Select a test from the list below the date drop-down list boxes.
3. Select Search. All reagent blanks for the test are displayed in the list in the middle
of the Reagent Blank page.
4. You can view the reagent blanks By Tabular Data or By Graphic Trend.
2. Select Search. All reagent blanks for the test are displayed in the list in the middle
of the page.
3. Select Print. All reagent blank results (tabular data and graphic trend) of the test
are printed out.
4.7 Calibration
Click Calibration to enter the Calibration screen with the Calib. Request tab as the
default view.
Calib. Request
Status
Results
Calib. Data
ISE
The following sections introduce the Calibration screen by tab.
NOTE:
In the Tests field, different background colors of the test refer to
different meanings:
Dark blue: The test is selected.
Grey: The test is unselectable.
Silver: The test is selectable.
The tests that are not configured correctly will appear in grey, and if the
pointer of the mouse is stopped on it for a while, the system will remind
you of the reason why it is unselectable.
When you see… Then…
Reagent position is not Set the position of the reagent.
assigned
Not enough reagent Refill more reagent
Reagent expired Reset or scan the reagent.
Calibration rule is not set Set the calibration rule on the
ParametersÆTestÆCalibration
window.
Calibrator position is not Set the calibrator position on the
assigned ParametersÆTestÆCalibration
window.
Not enough calibrator Refill more calibrator.
Calibrator expired Reset the calibrator.
Combination of above reasons Take corresponding measures
stated above.
1. Select a sample disk from the drop-down list box of the Calibrations area.
2. Select desired tests that you want to calibrate in the Tests list on upper right
corner of the page.
4. To delete a calibration run, select a test in the Calibrations area and select
Delete.
NOTE:
You can only delete the calibrations that are in the following status:
Req (Requested), Pen (Pending), InP (In Progress) and Abn
(Abnormal).
Field Description
Disk Select a virtual sample disk that you want to view calibration
status.
Rule Calibration rule of selected test.
Replicate Times that the selected test is run.
Button Function
Rerun Click this button to rerun the selected calibrators. Refer to
Rerunning Calibrators in this section for details.
Reac. Curve Click this button to view the reaction curve of the selected test.
Refer to Viewing Reaction Curve in this section for details.
Calib. Curve Click this button to view the calibration curve of the selected
test. Refer to Viewing Calibration Curve in this section for
details.
Rerunning Calibrators
Select one or multiple finished calibrators from the Calibration Runs area of the
Status page, then select Rerun. The system analyzes the calibrators again and
recalculates the calibration parameters.
For more information about the reaction curve dialog box, refer to 4.9.2.4 Viewing
Reaction Curve.
Button Function
<< Click this button to view the calibration curve of first test.
< Click this button to view the calibration curve of previous test.
> Click this button to view the calibration curve of next test.
>> Click this button to view the calibration curve of last test.
Adjust Select Adjust. The Adjust Curve Range dialog box is displayed.
Enter the X-coordinate range and Y-coordinate range in the edit
boxes. Select OK to save the settings. The calibration curve will be
refreshed automatically.
Print Click this button to print the current calibration curve.
Close Click this button to close the Calibration Reaction Curve dialog
box.
4.7.3 Results
Select the Results tab from the Calibration screen. The Results page is displayed.
You can review the calibration results and curve of each test, and recalculate
calibration parameters with other calibration rule.
Field Description
Display all routine samples’ default results, parameters and
Current
calibration status.
Display selected samples’ default results, parameters and
History
calibration status within calibration time range.
Select a test whose calibration results you want to review. It is
Test
enabled when selecting History.
Select dates when you want to review calibration results. It is
Date/Time
enabled when selecting History.
Display calibration results under specified conditions.
Calibration
Result
Button Function
Search Select the start date and end date and select a test from the Tests
field. Then click Search. The qualified calibration results of the test
are displayed in the Calibration Results list.
Calib. Select a result from the Calibration Results list and select Calib.
Curve Curve. The calibration curve of the result is displayed. Refer to
Viewing Calibration Curve in 4.7.2 Status for details.
NOTE:
The Calib. Curve button is available only when the
selected result is Succeeded or Calculated.
Reac. Select a result from the Calibration Results list and select a
Curve calibrator in the Calibrator Data area. Click Reac. Curve. The
reaction curve of the calibrator for the selected test is displayed.For
more information about the reaction curve dialog box, refer to
4.9.2.4 Viewing Reaction Curve.
NOTE:
The Reac. Curve button is available only when the
selected result is Succeeded or Calculated.
Select a result from the Calibration Results list to view calibration
Calib.
tests of the result. For calibration tests that have been run for more
Data
than one times, calibration data of every test will be displayed. For
more information about calibration data, refer to 4.9.2.4 Viewing
Reaction Curve.
NOTE:
The Calib. Data button is available only when the
selected result is Succeeded, Calculated, or
Corrected.
Select a Succeeded calibration result, and use the latest reagent
Rgt. Blank
blank result to correct calibration parameters.
Edit Click this button to add or edit linear calibration parameters.
Refer to Editing Calibration Parameters in this section for details.
Delete Select a result from the Calibration Results list and select Delete.
The selected result is deleted.
NOTE:
You’re forbidden to delete the calibration results that
are indicated by Succeeded.
NOTE:
Failed calibration results must not be set to default.
Each test can have only one default calibration
parameter.
Default calibration result must not be deleted.
Print Click this button to print all calibration results and parameters that
are currently searched.
Send Click this button to send currently-searched calibration results and
parameters to the LIS host.
3. Select desired calibration rule that you want to recalculate the calibration
parameters.
NOTE:
The number of calibrators should accord with the calibration rule.
5. Select Calculate. The calibration parameters are calculated using the new rule
and displayed in the Parameter list.
5. Select Save. The new calibration parameters are saved, replacing the old ones.
Selected Parameters;
All Parameters;
Parameter in Specified Row: You should end the row No. in the following edit
box.
On the Calib. Data page you can view the calibration data in two modes: By Tabular
Statistics and By Graphic Statistics.
Field Description
Date From Select the start date for reviewing calibration data.
To Select the end date for reviewing calibration data.
Test Select a test whose calibration results you want to view.
Calibrator Select a calibrator to view the calibration data.
Button Function
Search After selecting the date range, test and calibrator, select Search.
The qualified results are displayed in the lower right area of the
page. Select By Tabular Statistics or By Graphic Statistics to
view the data.
Print Click this button to print out the currently-displayed tabular statistics
or graphic statistics.
NOTE:
The ISE tab of the Calibration screen will be invisible if your analyzer
is not equipped with the ISE module.
Select the ISE tab from the Calibration screen. The ISE page is displayed. You can
perform ISE calibrations, and review history calibration results and trend curve on this
page.
Field Description
Latest The latest calibration result and date/time for selected analyte is
Calibration displayed.
Button Function
Calibrate Select an ISE analyte and select Calibrate. The ISE module
calibrates the corresponding electrode immediately. Please note
that you must perform this task when the system is in idle status.
Search Select an ISE Analyte and then the date range in the Date area,
select Search. The qualified calibration results are displayed in
the list below the date area. The trend curve is produced
according to the average calibration result of each day and
shown in the Graphic Trend area.
4.8 QC
Click QC to enter the screen, which is displayed with QC Request as the default tab.
On this screen you can request quality controls and review the real-time, daily and
day to day QC results.
QC Request
Real-time
Daily
Day to Day
QC Summary
The following sections introduce the QC screen by tab.
4.8.1 QC Request
On the QC Request page you can request quality control runs for each test and view
all the requested QC of current day.
1. Select a sample disk from the drop-down list box of the QCs area.
2. Select desired tests that you want to run quality control in the Tests list on upper
right corner of the page.
4. To delete a QC run, select a test in the QCs area and select Delete.
NOTE:
You can only delete the QCs that are in Req(requested) or
Pen(pending) status.
4.8.2 Real-time
Select the Real-time tab from the QC screen, the Real-time page is displayed. You
can view the latest 10 batches of QC status and results for each test.
Field Description
Select a test to view QC results.
Test
Select a QC rule for searching results. There are two options
Rule
available: Westgard Multi-rule and Twin-Plot
When selecting Westgard Multi-rule, you must select 1
to 3 controls to view the QC graph;
When selecting Twin-Plot, you must select 2 controls to
view the QC graph. The QC results will not be judged
automatically.
It shows the selected test’s all corresponding controls with
Control
mean concentration and SD being set.
Under Westgard Multi-rule, it shows the latest 10
Result
batches of QC data of the selected test which are
judged by Westgard Multi-rule. If there is less than 10
batches, it is judged by actual data.
Under Twin-Plot, the QC results will not be judged
automatically, so the Result is void.
Under Westgard Multi-rule, the X-axis indicates test
QC Graph
time in the form of YY/MM/DD/MM/SS. Individual
controls are shown in different colors and shapes in the
graph. Move mouse onto the graph, the specific value
and time of each point can be viewed.
Under Twin-Plot, the right and upper side of the QC
graph shows mean concentration and SD of the control
separately. Move mouse onto the graph, the specific
value of each point can be viewed.
Button Function
Select a QC rule from the drop-down list box and select a
Refresh
control in the list below. Click Refresh to update the QC
graph and result according to selected rule and control
solution.
Click this button to print the real-time QC plot currently
Print
displayed.
4.8.3 Daily
Select the Daily tab from the QC screen, the Daily page is displayed. You can view
the QC status and results of each test on current day.
On the Daily page you can view the QC results in two modes: By QC Graph and By
Tabular Data.
Field Description
Rule Select a QC rule for reviewing QC results. There are three QC rules
available:
Westgard Multi-rule: You should set 1 to 3 controls;
Cum. Sum Check: You should set 1 control;
Twin-Plot: You should set 2 controls.
Control It shows the selected test’s all corresponding controls with mean
concentration and SD being set.
NOTE:
Controls must be selected in the number specified by
QC rule. Otherwise, QC graph is forbidden to be
viewed.
Result All QC results of the selected test on current day are judged with
Westgard Multi-rule or Cum Sum.
This field does not apply to the Twin-Plot rule and displays blank.
Button Function
Select the date, test, QC rule and controls, then select Search. The
Search
qualified results are displayed in the lower right list of the page.
Select By QC Graph or By Tabular Data to view the results.
Comment Select a QC result from the lower right list and select Comment.
The Comments dialog box pops up.
In the Comments field enter your remarks for the QC result, then
select Save. To include this QC point when viewing the QC graph or
printing the QC results, select the check box to the left of
Show/Print This QC Point.
Click this button to print the daily QC plot currently displayed.
Print
Select Send. The Send dialog box pops up.
Send
Select the check box of the desired option:
Selected Results
All Results of Selected Test
Select OK. The corresponding QC results are sent to the LIS host.
Select a QC result from the lower right list and select Reac. Curve.
Reac.
The QC Reaction Curve dialog box is displayed.
Curve
For more information about the reaction curve dialog box, refer to
4.9.2.4 Viewing Reaction Curve.
To calculate a QC run of a test that has no result, select Calculate.
Calculate
The QC result is calculated using the latest calibration parameters.
If the test is not calibrated or has no calibration parameter (K factor),
the Calculate button will be disabled.
NOTE:
The QC runs with ‘N’ in the Print column of the result list will not be
counted for daily QC.
The actual test result is the result accumulated on single point, namely the actual
result of each test. Daily mean value is the mean value of QC results on each day.
Refer to 4.11.1.4 to see which result shall be displayed.
On the Day to Day page you can view the QC results in two modes: By QC Graph
and By Tabular Data.
Field Description
Date Select the start date for searching QC runs.
From
To Select the end date for searching QC runs.
Test Select a test for searching QC runs.
Rule Select a QC rule for reviewing QC results. There are three QC rules
available:
Westgard Multi-rule: You should set 1 to 3 controls;
Cum. Sum Check: You should set 1 control;
Twin-Plot: You should set 2 controls.
It shows the selected test’s all corresponding controls with mean
Control
concentration and SD being set.
NOTE:
Controls must be selected in the number specified by
QC rule. Otherwise, QC graph is forbidden to be
viewed.
NOTE:
Whether to show actual result or mean in QC data
or graph is configured in ParametersÆTestÆQC.
Refer to 4.11.1.4 for details.
All QC results of the selected test on current day are judged with
Result
Westgard Multi-rule or Cum Sum.
This field does not apply to the Twin-Plot rule and displays blank.
Button Function
Search Select the date range, test, QC rule and controls, then select
Search. The qualified results are displayed in the lower right list of
the page. Select By QC Graph or By Tabular Data to view the
results.
Comment Select a QC result from the lower right list and select Comment.
The Comments dialog box pops up.
In the Comments field enter your remarks for the QC result, then
select Save. To include this QC point when viewing the QC graph or
printing the QC results, select the check box to the left of
Show/Print This QC Point.
Print Click this button to print the day-to-day QC plot currently displayed.
4.8.5 QC Summary
QC Summary is shown in Figure 4-47. You can view QC test results and summary
within a specified period of time.
Field Description
It displays QC results of selected controls and tests within
Test Data
specified time. If the Control and Tests field are void, QC
results of all controls and tests will be displayed.
From/To Select start date and end date of QC test to view the result.
Button Function
Condition to search. Click this button to view records meeting the
Search
condition in QC Data list.
Reac. Curve Select QC result and then click this button. QC Reaction Curve
dialog box pops up to display reaction curve of the QC test.
Print Click this button to print the control test record or test statistics
information currently displayed.
4.9 Status
The system possesses a feature to show the status information (calibration, sample,
reagent, QC and maintenance) that requires user’s attention and allows the user to
view the status on the sample disk, reagent disk and reaction disk.
Click Status to enter the screen, which is displayed with Tips page as the default
view.
Tips
Sample Disk
Reagent Disk
Reaction Disk
The following sections introduce the Status screen by tab.
4.9.1 Tips
On the Tips page displays the general status of the system, showing the
measurement information that the user should pay attention to.
Field Description
Recalibration In this field includes the tests that should be recalibrated due to
the following reasons:
Calibration period expired; or
Test parameters changed; or
Calibration settings changed; or
Reagent replaced, etc
When the tests can not be shown in the list view, select and
to view the hidden tests.
To recalibrate the tests, select any test box. The Calib. Request
page is displayed. You can request calibrations for the tests as
instructed by 4.7.1 Calibration Request.
Sample In this field shows the 6 virtual sample disks, as well as the
Status requested, in-progress, finished, STAT and abnormal samples
on the disks.
The samples in different status are indicated by the following
colors:
Req(requested): Transparent
InP(in progress): Green
Fin(finished): Blue
STAT: Yellow
Abn(Abnormal): Red
Select any of the sample disks in this field. The Sample Disk
page of the Status screen is displayed. Refer to 4.9.2 Sample
Disk for details.
The simulated sample disk graph is shown in the middle of the page. Click a position
to display its sample information (calibrators and controls) on the right.
Button Function
Change Pos. Click this button to move the selected sample to another
position. Please note that calibrators and controls must not be
moved.
See 4.9.2.1 Changing Sample Position for details.
Release Click this button to release one or all positions on which the
samples have been analyzed.
Please note that calibrators, controls and unfinished samples
are excluded.
See 4.9.2.2 Releasing Sample Position for details.
Rerun Click this button to rerun a finished test in the lower-right list of
the page.
See 4.9.2.3 Rerunning for details.
Reac. Curve Click this button to view reaction curve of the selected test in the
lower-right list of the page.
See 4.9.2.4 Viewing Reaction Curve for details.
NOTE:
Calibrators or controls must not be moved to other positions.
2. Click Change Pos. to pop up the Change Sample Position dialog box.
3. Select the target sample disk and desired position for the sample.
NOTE:
Finished samples are not movable.
Moving samples can be done when system is in idle, testing,
pausing and sample stop status. In non-idle status, samples on the
test list are forbidden to move.
NOTE:
Positions of calibrators and controls must not be released.
Positions of unfinished samples must not be released.
Released samples cannot be run again. Please think twice before
releasing.
Field Description
Standard Rerun the selected sample with the standard sample volume
on ParametersÆTestÆBasics window.
Dilute Rerun the selected sample with the diluted sample volume
on ParametersÆTestÆBasics window.
Increase Rerun the selected sample with the increased sample
volume on ParametersÆTestÆBasics window.
Increase and Rerun the selected sample with the increased and diluted
Dilute sample volume on ParametersÆTestÆBasics window.
Decrease Rerun the selected sample with the decreased sample
volume on ParametersÆTestÆBasics window.
Decrease and Rerun the selected sample with the decreased and diluted
Dilute sample volume on ParametersÆTestÆBasics window.
Custom When selecting Custom, you should enter the dilution ratio
and sample volume in the following edit boxes.
4. Select OK. The test is rerun in the selected mode and the new test result
overwrites the original one.
NOTE:
Contents on the reaction curve dialog box vary from samples, which
include calibrator, control and patient sample.
Field Description
Phase Stage of the reaction data. In includes BLANK (water blank and
cuvette blank), R1, S, R2, R3, R4 and END. BLANK will not be
displayed on the reaction curve.
Pri. Absorbance at primary wavelength. The number of decimal
places is 4.
Sec. Absorbance at secondary wavelength. The number of decimal
places is 4.
Filter (None) View reaction curve of all searched test results.
Filter (Test) View reaction curve of the results for the selected test.
Filter View reaction curve of the test results for the selected sample
(Sample) (sample ID, control and calibrator).
The following table introduces the buttons on the Sample Reaction Curve dialog
box.
2. Select the sample position on the Sample Disk page of the Status screen, and
then click Refresh. The Refresh dialog box is displayed.
The simulated reagent disk graph is shown in the middle of the page. Click a position
to display its reagent information on the right.
The status to the left of the reagent disk graph is described below:
Button Function
Inventory Click this button to check the remaining volume of the selected
reagent. This buttons is not available when the system is in
Testing or Sample Stop status.
Change Pos. Click this button to move the selected reagent to another
position. Distilled water and wash solution must not be moved.
This buttons is not available when the system is in Testing or
Sample Stop status.
Refresh After refilling a reagent, click this button to refresh the reagent to
full.
See 4.9.3.3 Refreshing Reagent Volume for details.
NOTE:
Inventory check cannot be performed to illegal articles or empty
positions on the reagent disk.
The Inventory button is not available when the system is in Testing
status, however, you can check the inventory of the reagent after
pausing the analysis. Photometric measurement will not be influenced
during inventory check.
1. Select a reagent disk from the drop-down list box on the right of Disk.
3. Select Inventory. The system checks the remaining volume of the reagent and
refreshes the corresponding Inventory column of the Tests list.
NOTE:
You’re not allowed to move the following articles to another position:
Distilled water and wash solution;
Reagents that are being used during testing;
Reagents that are requested but not included in the Tests list;
Reagents of other types for the same test.
2. Click Change Pos. to pop up the Change Reagent Position dialog box.
3. Select the new reagent disk and desired position for the reagent.
2. Select the reagent position on the Reagent Disk page of the Status screen, and
then click Refresh. The Refresh dialog box is displayed.
The simulated reaction disk graph is shown in the middle of the page. Click a position
to display its sample and testing information on the right.
The status to the left of the reaction disk graph is described below:
Button Function
Reac. Curve After selecting a cuvette that has been tested, click this button
to pop up the Reaction Curve dialog box.
For more information about the reaction curve dialog box, refer
to 4.9.2.4 Viewing Reaction Curve.
NOTE:
The Reac. Curve button is not available when:
The selected cuvette holds diluted sample; or
The selected cuvette is empty.
4.10 Statistics
Click Statistics to enter the screen, which is displayed with Worklist page as the
default view. You can view request information of samples and tests, measurement
results, workload of tester and sender, and measurement charges.
Worklist
Results
Workload
Charges
The following sections introduce the Statistics screen by tab.
4.10.1 Worklist
1. On the Worklist page of the Statistics screen, you can view test requisitions and
reagent application for each test during a period, and sample requisitions and
measurement results.
By Test: To view test requisitions and reagent volume for each test
3. Select or enter the start date and end date in the Date field.
4. Select Execute. All samples or tests requested during the period are displayed in
the middle list of the Worklist page. The total number of replicates, finished tests,
off-system tests, calculation tests and ISE analytes are displayed in the column
below the test list.
4.10.2 Results
1. Select the Results tab to enter the Results page, where you can view the
measurement trends of a test during a period and print the statistic data and
graphic trend.
2. Select or enter the start date and end date in the Date field.
Field Description
Test Select a test from the drop-down list box.
It includes routine tests, ISE analytes and calculation tests.
Sample Select a sample type from the drop-down list box.
Gender Select the patient gender from the drop-down list box.
Age Set the age range. Enter the low limit in the upper edit box and
select a unit in the following drop-down list box, then enter the
high limit in the lower edit box and select a unit in the following
drop-down list box.
Sample ID Enter the sequence number of desired sample.
4. Select Execute. The test measurements during the period are listed in the
Statistics list. The following table explains the parameters on the screen.
Field Description
Tests Number of tests that are finished and have results during the
period.
Mean Conc. Mean value of all the test results. Only the tests that are
finished and have results are counted.
SD Standard deviation of all test results.
Reference Default reference range of the test.
5. Select Refresh to update the graphic trend based on the configured conditions.
6. Select Print to print out the graphic trend and number of replicates of the test.
Field Description
View Workload Select desired mode to view the workloads:
By Tester
By Sender
Date Select the date range you want to view the statistics of
workloads. The default is the current date.
Set start date in the first drop-down list box and end date in the
second one.
Please note that the start date must not be later than the end
date.
Tester Select a tester from the drop-down list box. It includes all
doctors that are configured on the Dictionary page.
The Tester field is visible only when By Tester is selected in
the View Workload area.
Sent From Select a department from which the sample is submitted. It
includes all departments other than clinical laboratory.
This field is blank by default, which means all doctors in
non-clinical laboratory departments.
Sender Select a sender from the drop-down list box. It includes all
doctors that are configured on the Dictionary screen.
When this field is blank, it means all senders in the hospital.
Button Function
Execute Click this button to search the workload statistics based on the
conditions.
Print Click this button to print the statistical results.
Refresh Click this button to refresh the statistic data.
4.10.4 Charges
Select the Charges tab to enter the Charges page, where you can view the total
costs and charges of each test during the specified period.
Field Description
View Charges Select a mode you want to view the charge statistics. There
are two modes available:
By Patient
By Test
Button Function
Execute Click this button to search and refresh the charge statistics
during the specified period.
Print Click this button to print the statistic data.
Price Click this button to configure the cost and charge for each test.
Refer to
Setting up Test Price in this section for details.
3. Enter the cost and unit price for the test in the two edit boxes below the list.
5. Repeat steps 2 through 4 to set cost and price for other tests.
4.11 Parameters
Click Parameters to enter the Parameters screen, which is displayed with Test page
as the default view, where you can set tests, ISE, profiles, calculation tests,
off-system tests, carryover, STAT measurement, etc.
Test
Carryover
Profile
Calculation
Off-system
STAT
ISE
The following sections introduce the Parameters screen by tab.
4.11.1 Test
The Test page is where you can set test parameters, reference ranges, calibration,
QC, serum index and result flag of routine test.
NOTE:
Please set parameters according to instructions of reagents. Improper
settings may lead to unreliable test results.
2. Select Add to add new tests. The tests are listed in the left-hand list of the Test
page.
Field Description
No. Unique No. of the test. It can be edited. Replicate No. is not
allowed.
Test Enter name of the test .
The name may consist of letters, numbers, _, +, -, * and /.
Full Name Enter full name of the test. It can be void.
Std. No. Enter the general number of test for printout. It can be void.
R1 Enter the volume (150-350μl) of the first reagent to be
dispensed for the reaction. Increment is 1.
NOTE:
The sum of the entered R1, R2 (as needed), R3
(as needed) and R4 (as needed) must be 150μl
-360μl.
R2 Enter the volume (20-350μl) of the second reagent to be
dispensed for the reaction. Increment is 1.
If the reaction doesn’t need the second reagent, enter 0.
NOTE:
The reagent volume in Diluted, Increase, Inc.&Dil.,
Decrease, Dec.&Dil test is the same with the
reagent volume in standard test.
Reac. Type Select an analyzing method from the drop-down list box,
including Endpoint, Fixed-time and Kinetic.
Pri. Wave. Primary wavelength to be used on the test.
It includes 12 wavelengths: 340, 380, 412, 450, 505, 546, 570,
605, 660, 700, 740 and 800.
The default is 340.
Sec. Wave. Secondary wavelength to be used on the test. The default is
void.
Secondary wavelength is used to remove the disturbance and
must not be the same with the primary wavelength.
NOTE:
If you enter a reagent blank time during 14-80 or
43-80, it must not be intercrossed or overlapped
with the reaction time, or even greater than the
start point of the reaction period.
Due to designing reasons, measuring points in 31,
71, 72, 121, 161 and 162 periods are invalid
points. So, there are input limits for reagent blank
time and reaction time:
Reagent blank: 【N】 【P】
Reaction time 【L】 【M】
Endpoint
If P-N=0 or M-L=0, P, M≠31, 71, 72, 121, 161,
162;
If N-P=1 or M-L=1, P, M≠72, 162.
Kinetics
Meauring points in reagent blank and reaction
time can not be less than four.
NOTE:
P13 is the measuring point when the sample is not
stirred, and therefore must not be input on the
operating software.
Y=a*X+b
Where,
X - Test result
Y - Compensated result
a - Slope
b - Intercept
Absorbance
Enter the absorbance range of Pri. Wave or Sec. Wave within
reaction time.
If the absorbance range of Pri. Wave or Sec. Wave at any point
within the reaction time is out of this range, result will be noted
“Absorbance out of limit”.
The absorbance range is from -30000 to 30000. 0 means no
absorbance check.
Incre. Test Enter the absorbance limit for increment test. The sample will
be increased and rerun when its absorbance is lower than this
limit.
The absorbance limit is from -30000 to 30000. 0 means no
absorbance check.
NOTE:
The Incre. Test field does not apply to tests whose
increased sample volume is not configured.
Decre. Test Enter the absorbance limit for decrement test. The sample will
be decreased and rerun when its absorbance is greater than
this limit.
The absorbance limit is from -30000 to 30000. 0 means no
absorbance check.
NOTE:
The Decre. Test field does not apply to tests
whose decreased sample volume is not
configured.
NOTE:
The sample volume for rerun mode above is set in
Parameter screen.
Prozone Select to check the prozone. It applies to the Endpoint method
only.
Prozone check can be conducted via rate check or further
addition of antigen.
Rate Rate check. It is available only when Prozone is selected.
You should set six factors (Q1, Q2, Q3, Q4, PC and ABS) for
rate check.
Antigen Antigen addition. It is available only when Prozone is selected.
When reaction is finished, you should add more antigens
(samples) and then check how the absorbance changes. No
change means antigen excess.
Q1 Enter measuring point Q1 for prozone check.
It is available only when Prozone is selected.
Q2 Enter measuring point Q2 for prozone check.
It is available only when Prozone is selected.
Q3 Enter measuring point Q3 for prozone check.
It is available only when Prozone is selected.
Q4 Enter measuring point Q4 for prozone check.
It is available only when Prozone is selected.
PC Enter the prozone limit.
It is available only when Prozone is selected.
ABS Enter the low absorbance limit for prozone check.
It is available only when Prozone is selected.
5. To delete a test, select Delete. The Confirm dialog box pops up. Select OK to
delete the test.
6. To import parameters for selected test, please click Import. For more information,
Import
Click Import to pop up the following dialog box.
Click Parameter and enter the path and file name of the file to be imported. Click Ok to
confirm. If the file is valid, the closed reagent list will be updated. Otherwise, the system will
display error information.
Parameter Description
List of the selectable tests to be imported. The list will be
Available
Tests updated after reading the new parameter list.
Parameter Description
Add all Click this button to add all the tests in Availabe Tests list to the
Import test.
Add Select a test in Available Tests list and click this button to add the
test to the Import test. If the number of the added test or name is
the same with the existing test, the test can not be imported. If the
number is the same, the number of the existing test can be
modified or the test can be deleted completedly. If the name of the
test is the same, the name of the existing test can be modified or
the test can be deleted completely.
Delete Select a test in Import test and click this button to remove it from
the Import test.
Delete all Click this button to clear the Import test.
Parameter Click this button to pop up the dialog box where importing path and
file can be specified.
Import Click this button to import the parameters of the selected test.
Close Click this button to exit.
NOTE:
If Para. Changed in Setup-System is selected, once the importing is
completed, the system will prompt message to recalibrate.
If new parameters are imported, the carryover information will be
updated.
The function is only for Mindray reagent parameters.
NOTE:
When setting reference range by difference, two age ranges must not
contain or intersect with each other if the two reference ranges have
same test, patient gender and sample type.
Field Description
Rule Select a calibration rule for the test. The test will be
calibrated with this calibration rule.
Replicates It refers to the times of each calibration test. It ranges from
1 to 5.
K Enter the K factor. The test will not be calibrated and the
result will be calculated with the equation: Y=K*X.
This field is available only when One-point Linear is
selected in the Rule field.
Sensitivity It refers to the difference between the response of the
largest-concentration calibrator and that of the
smallest-concentration calibrator. The system will alert the
user once the actual difference exceeds this limit.
The sensitivity is within 0-30000.
The system will not check the response difference when 0
or 30000 is entered or this field is left blank.
Factor Diff. Enter the difference between the calibration parameter K
(slope of calibration curve) of current and last calibrations.
It is available for linear calibration. The system will alert the
user once the actual difference exceeds the limit.
The default is void, which means no check.
4. Select calibrators from the list on the right of the Calibration window. For more
information of setting up calibrators, refer to Setting up Calibrators in this section.
NOTE:
You must determine the number of the calibrators to be used according
to the selected calibration rule.
5. Select Dilution to pop the up the Calibrator Dilution Setup dialog box where you can set
the basic parameters of the calibration dilution, including the calibrator concentration, dilution
sample volume, diluent volume, sample volume, etc. This function is only available for
two-point linear, multiple-point linear and non-linear calibration rule. Please refer to the
Calibration Dilution for more information.
When the setting of the calibrator dilution is completed, the value of the standard
concentration in the Calibrators list will be marked by *.
NOTE:
You must determine the number of the calibrators to be used according
to the selected calibration rule.
Setting up Calibrators
1. Select Calibrator in the buttons area of the Calibration window. The Calibrator
Setup dialog box is displayed.
NOTE:
In the Calibrators field includes 10 calibrators preset by the system.
No. 1 is always distilled water (WATER), which must not be changed or
deleted and is of 0 concentration for any test.
No.1-No.9 are CALIB1-CALIB9. You can change their concentration or
edit the basic information, but you’re not allowed to delete them.
You can add more calibrators, which allow you to delete or edit.
2. Select Add to add a new calibrator. The new calibrator is selected by default.
Field Description
Calibrator Enter the name of calibrator. It must not be void or the
same with existing calibrator.
The name can consist of numbers and letters.
Lot No. Enter the lot No. of the calibrator.
Calibrators with same name should have different lot No.
for easy distinguishing.
The lot No. can consist of numbers and letters. It can be
left blank or repeated.
8. To delete a calibrator, select Delete. The Confirm dialog box pops up. Select OK
to delete the calibrator.
Calibrator Dilution
Select Dilution to pop the up the Calibrator Dilution Setup dialog box where you can set
the basic parameters of the calibration dilution, including the calibrator concentration, dilution
sample volume, diluent volume, sample volume, etc
Parameter Description
NOTE:
If possible, the sample volume and diluent volume can be left blank, only
the calibrator volume is entered in Sample Vol..
NOTE:
The total volume after dilution (sample volume+diluent volume) should
be between 100-360ul.
Button Function
Exit Close the dialog box. If edited information is saved, the system will
pop up message to save.
4.11.1.4 QC
1. Select QC on the Test page. The QC window is displayed.
3. In the Westgard Multi-rule area, select the check boxes next to desired
subrules.
4. In the Cum. Sum Check area, select the radio button next to desired range.
5. In the Day-to-Day QC Setup area, select the way in which the data in the
day-to-day QC are accumulated. (One point accumulation: The day-to-day
results are directly from daily results, no result processing occurs; Mean
accumulation: The day-to-day results are from the mean of daily results.)
6. If you want to run quality control for the test automatically, enter the number of
samples between two adjacent QCs in the Interval field. The system will run QC
after the number of samples is analyzed.
7. Select controls from the list on the right of the QC window. For more information
of setting up controls, refer to Setting up Controls in this section.
Setting up Controls
1. Select Control in the buttons area of the QC window. The Control Setup dialog
box is displayed.
NOTE:
In the Controls field includes 5 controls (QUAL1-QUAL5) preset by
the system. You can edit their concentration, SD and basic
information, but you cannot delete these controls.
You can add more controls, which allow you to delete or edit.
2. Select Add to add a new control. The new control is selected by default.
Field Description
Control Enter the name of control. It must not be void or the same
with existing calibrator.
The name can consist of numbers and letters.
Lot No. Enter the lot No. of the control.
Controls with same name should have different lot No. for
easy distinguishing.
The lot No. can consist of numerics and letters. It can be
left blank or repeated.
Exp. Date Set the expiration date of the control. Expired control will
not be used by the system.
Level Select the concentration level of control. It includes High,
Med (Medium) and Low.
Position Select a sample disk from the Positions list and select a
position from the drop-down list box next to Position to
hold the control.
5. Enter the mean concentration of the control in the Mean Conc. field.
9. To delete a control, select Delete. The Confirm dialog box pops up. Select OK
to delete the control.
1. Select Serum Index on the Test page. The Serum Index window is displayed.
Field Description
Reagen Select a reagent or distilled water used in serum index test.
t
Factors Enter the common parameters required for turbidity (L), hemolysis (H)
(A-F) and icterus (I).
Changes to any of the factors are valid for all serum indices.
Print Enter the print number for turbidity, hemolysis and icterus.
No.
Name Enter the print name for turbidity, hemolysis and icterus.
NOTE:
If you do not want to display or print the qualitative flag
that you set for the test, deselect the Flag Result check
box.
No qualitative flag will be displayed or printed if you do
not set flag and measurement range after selecting the
Flag Result check box.
Flag Enter the result flags and corresponding measurement ranges. The
and system will add the flag to the test result that is less than or equal to
Range the corresponding measurement range.
For example: “Flag ‘-’ Range 10” means that all results less than or
equal to 10 will be marked with “-”. “Flag ‘+-’ Range 20” means that all
results between 10 and 20 will be marked with “+-”.
NOTE:
You should enter both the measurement range and flag at
one time. Incomplete qualitative description cannot be
saved.
1. Select Qual. Desc. on the Test page to enter the Qual. Desc. window.
Field Description
Flag Enter the result flags and corresponding measurement ranges. The
and system will add the flag to the test result that is less than or equal to the
Range corresponding measurement range.
For example: “Flag ‘-’ Range 10” means that all results less than or
equal to 10 will be marked with “-”. “Flag ‘+-’ Range 20” means that all
results between 10 and 20 will be marked with “+-”.
NOTE:
You should enter both the measurement range and flag at
one time. Incomplete qualitative description cannot be
saved.
4.11.2 Carryover
Carryover between adjacent reagents, though minimized by the washing process, is
still a factor to be taken into account. This carryover may impose serious effect on
certain reagents and consequently on the related test results. The analyzer provides
a function that enables you to minimize the effect by separating the tests whose
reagents may contaminate each other, and set wash procedures for reaction cuvettes
and sample probe to avoid carryover.
On the Carryover page you can check the carryover status of R1/R3 and R2/R4 and
rearrange the tests accordingly. Also you can set enhanced wash procedure for
reaction cuvettes.
Field Description
Solution Select a wash solution type to wash the reagent probe or sample
probe. It includes Distilled Water, Acid Wash Solution and
Alkaline Wash Solution.
If this field is left blank, it means the probe will not washed with
wash solution although the adjacent reagents may be
contaminated.
Volume Enter the wash solution volume as follows:
R1/R2 probe: 150-450μl;
Sample probe: 2-80μl;
Entering is forbidden when the Solution field is left blank.
The Contaminators list displays all first reagents currently configured, and the
Contaminated list displays all reagents for R1 probe except the selected one in
the Contaminators list.
3. Select a wash solution from the drop-down list box next to Solution to wash the
R1 probe.
NOTE:
If the Solution field is left blank and during analysis reagent
carryover cannot be solved by rearranging the tests, the R1 probe
will not be cleaned specially and just rinsed with deionized water.
If a wash solution type is selected, and during analysis reagent
carryover cannot be solved by rearranging the tests, the R1 probe
will be cleaned with specified amount of wash solution that is
configured.
7. Select Cuvettes on the Carryover page to enter the following window. The
Contaminators list displays all reagents currently configured on the system. You
should set wash solution and proper volume of the probes to wash the reaction
cuvettes, which are often contaminated by certain reagents. The wash
procedure of cuvette is similar to a double-reagent test, during which R1 probe
wash solution, sample probe wash solution and R2 probe wash solution are
successively dispensed into the cuvette. When the cuvette is carried to the
washing position, it is cleaned again.
9. Set the wash solution and volume of the probes for reaction cuvettes as needed.
After you setting the new order, the system will adjust them slightly according to the
reagents.
2. Select to save the new order. The system will run the tests according to the
order. Or select to restore previous settings.
4.11.3 Profile
Tests grouped together for certain clinical purposes (such as liver function, kidney
function, etc.) constitute a profile. User can request such tests quickly by simply
selecting a profile. The profile is valid for both the sample request and QC request.
1. Select the Profile tab from the Parameters screen. The Profile page is
displayed.
2. Select Add to add a new profile. The profile is displayed in the Profiles list and
highlighted by default.
4. Select desired routine tests, ISE analytes, off-system tests and calculation tests
from the test list in the middle of the page. Please note that you should first set
up off-system test and calculation test on the Off-system and Calculation
pages of the Parameters screen first.
7. After selecting a profile, click Delete to pop up the Confirm dialog box. Click OK
to delete the selected profile.
4.11.4 Calculation
Calculating certain tests can derive certain new tests of clinical purpose, such as A/G,
TBil-DBil and so forth.
Select the Calculation tab from the Parameters screen. The Calculation page is
displayed with Basics window as the default view.
2. Select Add to add a new calculation test. The test is displayed in the
Calculations list and highlighted by default.
Field Description
Name Enter the name of the calculation test.
Std. No. Enter the general number of calculation test for printout. It can be
void.
Decimal It refers to number of decimal places the calculation test result
should have.
Unit Select unit of the calculation test result. You can define more
options on the Dictionary page of the Setup screen.
Full Enter the full name of the calculation test. It can be void.
4. To add some flags to the calculation test result, select the check box next to Flag
Result.
5. Enter a flag in the first edit box in left-column of the Result Setup area, and
enter the corresponding measurement range in the right box. The system will
mark the test result with the flag you entered once the result is less than or equal
to the range.
For example: “Flag ‘-’ Range 10” means that all results less than or equal to 10
will be marked with “-”. “Flag ‘+-’ Range 20” means that all results between 10
and 20 will be marked with “+-”.
6. To edit the formula of calculation test, use the keypad and tests in the lower right
corner of the Basics window.
7. Select desired tests from the Tests list and combine them with the operators on
the keypad. For example: Select TBIL from the test list and select SEL to add it
to the formula, select + from the keypad, select ALB from the test list and select
SEL to add it to the formula. The formula TBIL+ALB is produced.
8. To delete the prior character in the formula, select BS. Select AC to clear the
formula in the Formula area.
9. Select Save to save the configuration and formula for the calculation test.
11. To delete a calculation test, select Delete. The Confirm dialog box pops up.
Select OK to delete the test.
4.11.5 Off-system
All the tests that are not run by the analyzer are referred to as the off-system tests.
You can manually enter the off-system test results into the system to print out them in
the patient report.
Qualitative tests: No numeric results are obtained but the flags you defined on
the system.
Quantitative tests: Numeric results and defined flags are displayed and printed.
Select the Off-system tab from the Parameters screen. The Off-system page is
displayed with Basics window as the default view.
2. Select Add to add a new off-system test. The test is displayed in the Off-system
list and highlighted by default.
Field Description
Name Enter the name of the off-system test.
Std. No. Enter the general number of off-system test for printout. It can be
void.
Decimal Select the number of decimal places of test result.
Unit Select unit of the off-system test result. You can define more options
on the Dictionary page of the Setup screen.
Full Enter the full name of off-system test. It can be void.
4. To add some flags to the off-system test result, select the check box next to Flag
Result.
5. Enter a flag in the first edit box in left-column of the Result Setup area, and
enter the corresponding measurement range in the right box. The system will
mark the test result with the flag you entered once the result is less than or equal
to the range.
For example: “Flag ‘-’ Range 10” means that all results less than or equal to 10
will be marked with “-”. “Flag ‘+-’ Range 20” means that all results between 10
and 20 will be marked with “+-”.
6. Select the property of the off-system test from the drop-down list box next to
Result Type.
7. If Qualitative is selected from the Result Type field, select a default value from
the Default field below Result Type.
10. To delete an off-system test, select Delete. The Confirm dialog box pops up.
Select OK to delete the test.
4.11.6 STAT
Before ordering emergent samples, you must follow these steps to perform the STAT
configuration:
1. Select the STAT tab from the Parameters screen. The STAT page is displayed.
2. Select the check boxes next to desired fields in the Visible Parameters area.
3. Select the check boxes next to desired field in the Read-only Parameters area
and select default value from the drop-down list box. The selected fields will be
displayed read-only on the Request Emergent Samples dialog box with the
specified value as default.
4. Select desired routine tests, ISE analytes, off-system tests and profiles from the
test list on the STAT page. The selected tests will be analyzed for emergent
samples.
4.11.7 ISE
Select the ISE tab from the Parameters screen. The ISE page is displayed with
Basics window as the default view.
Basics
Reference
QC
2. Select a test from the Analytes list on the left column of the ISE page.
Field Description
Std. No. Enter the general number of ISE Analyte for printout. This field
can be left blank.
Full Name Enter the full name of ISE analyte. It can be void.
4. Select a sample type by clicking the radio button next to desired option in the
Sample Type area.
5. To add some flags to the ISE test result, select the check box next to Flag
Result.
6. Enter a flag in the first edit box in left-column of the Result Setup area, and
enter the corresponding measurement range in the right box. The system will
mark the test result with the flag you entered once the result is less than or equal
to the range.
For example: “Flag ‘-’ Range 10” means that all results less than or equal to 10
will be marked with “-”. “Flag ‘+-’ Range 20” means that all results between 10
and 20 will be marked with “+-”.
NOTE:
You should enter both the measurement range and flag at one time.
Incomplete qualitative description cannot be saved.
If you do not want to display or print the qualitative flag that you set for
the test, deselect the Flag Result check box.
4.12 Setup
Select Setup from the function buttons area of the main screen, the Setup screen is
displayed with System as the default page. You can configure the system parameters,
data dictionary, hospital information (department and doctor), user information,
printing, bar code, LIS communication and ISE.
System
Dictionary
Hospital
4.12.1 System
1. Select Setup from the main screen. The System page is displayed by default.
Field Description
R. Warning Count Set the number of tests remaining in the reagent bottle at
which the system notifies you the supply is low.
The limit should be within 0-20. 0 means that remaining
reagent will not be checked during measurement.
NOTE:
Please set the reagent alarm limit correctly, so
that you will be reminded when more reagents
are needed.
Enhan. After Test When this option is selected, the system will wash the sample
probe with acid or alkaline wash solution or water after
sampling for a batch of tests is finished.
NOTE:
Unselecting the Temperature be Steady check
box may cause inaccurate test results.
Before measuring samples, the system will
check the reaction disk temperature and alert
the user if the temperature is not steady.
Light Source be When this option is selected, the system will start analyzing
Steady only after the light source gets steady.
It will take about 15 minutes for the light source to get steady.
NOTE:
Unselecting the Light Source be Steady check
box may cause inaccurate test results.
Clear Current Set time point (range 0-24, with 0 and 24 both meaning 0
Data Each Day at o’clock of the next day). When it comes to the set time:
If system is not in testing status, all the finished sample
results will be transferred to historical result automatically.
(The sample results will be transferred only when all the
tests of this sample have been finished. If users clear the
remaining tests of this sample manually, the sample
results will be transferred when it comes to the next set
time for clearing up current data);
If system is in testing status, the sample results will be
transferred when the tests of current batch are over or
is selected.
The number of Set the interval for sample probe washing with acid or alkine
consecutive tests wash solution. Ener an intergral larger than 100. After this
after which number of tests is reached, the sample probe will be washed
enhanced wash with acid or alkine wash solution.
of the sample
probe will
Alarm Volume Select it and then move the slider to set the volume of the
alarm bell.
NOTE:
This field is valid only for the computer that is
equipped with an audio card.
The computer that has no audio card will alarm
via the buzzer.
NOTE:
The rerun mode mentioned above, the sample
volume the dilute ratio can only be set in Parameter.
Field Description
All sample All sample information and the the default of each item.
Information
Common The information in this area is displayed in
sample Samples-Current-Common Sample Information with the
same order diplayed on this dialog box.
Sample Details The information in this area is displayed in
Samples-Request-Details with the same order diplayed on
this dialog box.
Use the navigation buttons to view and edit other samples as instructed below:
4.12.2 Dictionary
1. Select the Dictionary tab from the Setup screen, the Dictionary page is
displayed.
NOTE:
The data pieces given by the analyzer cannot be deleted by user.
5. To delete a user-defined element, select Delete. The Confirm dialog box pops
up. Select OK to delete the element.
4.12.3 Hospital
1. Select the Hospital tab from the Setup screen. The Hospital page is displayed.
NOTE:
The data pieces given by the analyzer cannot be deleted by user.
2. There are multiple data groups in the left column of the Hospital page. Select
the radio button next to desired data group. The preset data pieces for the group
are displayed in the right-hand list.
5. To delete a user-defined element, select Delete. The Confirm dialog box pops
up. Select OK to delete the element.
4.12.4 User
NOTE:
Only users of the administrator group can operate the page.
1. Select the User tab from the Setup screen to navigate to the User page. An
ADMIN user is preset by the system and possesses permissions to access all
operations for user management and has the authority to add new users.
2. Select Add to add a user. The user is displayed in the Users list and highlighted
by default.
3. Enter the following information:
NOTE:
”Admin” is the default administrator of the system. It must not be
deleted or renamed.
Only the Admin user can add or change authorities of other users
or operate the users.
When you log on the system with other user rather than Admin,
only the current user and associated doctor are displayed on the
Users page. You can only change the name, password, doctor
and detailed information of current user.
It is recommended that all users have unique password.
1. Select User Group from the bottom area of the User page. The User Group
Setup dialog box is displayed.
2. Select Add to add a new user group. The user is displayed in the left-hand
column of the User Group Setup dialog box and highlighted by default.
4. Select the check boxes next to desired authorities in the authority list. The users
of the group will be entitled to perform the operations of selected options.
7. To delete a user group, select Delete. The Confirm dialog box pops up. Select
OK to delete the user group.
4.12.5 Print
1. Select the Print tab from the Setup screen. The Print page is displayed. All
reports on the analyzer are listed in the left column of the Print page.
NOTE:
If no printer is connected to the operation unit(computer), the Print
button on all screens will be disabled.
2. Select a report type from the Reports list. The preset templates of the report
are displayed in the Templates list. Each report has one default template,
which is indicated by Y in the Default column.
3. Select a template in the Templates list, the detailed information about the
template are shown in the Properties area below the Templates list.
Button Function
|<< Click this button to move selected test to the first position.
<< Click this button to move selected test to the previous position.
>> Click this button to move selected test to the next position.
>>| Click this button to move selected test to the last position.
NOTE:
The Bar Code tab of the Setup screen will be invisible if your analyzer
is not configured with the sample or reagent bar code reader.
1. Select the Bar Code tab from the Setup screen to navigate to the Bar Code page.
NOTE:
During initialization, the system checks if a sample or reagent bar code
reader is equipped. If not, the related options on the Bar Code page
for the reader are disabled.
2. When a sample bar code reader is equipped, select the check box next to Sample
Barcode to enable the sample bar code reader. All buttons associated with
sample bar code reader are activated.
3. When the check box next to Extract Sample Information is selected, the system
will analyze sample information based on the scanned bar code rather than
download it from the LIS host.
For instance, if sample ID and measuring date are set in the Format area, the
system will analyze the bar code and fill the obtained sample ID and date into
sample information.
NOTE:
Extract Sample Information is available only when the system is
disconnected from the LIS host.
NOTE:
You can set each segment in a bar code to 0, but please ensure that
the total length of sample bar code is within 3-27 digits and each bar
code is unique.
The sample bar code that is scanned by the reader or entered
manually must comply with the bar code rule of the analyzer; otherwise
the system will regard it as erroneous code and leave alone the
corresponding sample during analysis.
The bar code length for ITF must be an even number.
For Code1128, UPC/EAN and Code93, the total digits do not include
the check digit. If Check is selected and the check digit is set to be
included in the total digits, the barcode can not be scanned.
For Code39, Codabar and ITF, the total digits include the check digit. If
Check is selected and check digit is set not to be included in the total
digits, the barcode can not be scanned. If Check is not selected, the
barcode can be scanned, but the check digit is taken as check digit.
Field Description
Total Total length of the sample bar code. It should be within 3-27 digits.
S. Priority Routine or STAT. It should 0 or 1 digit.
Test D/T Date (YY-MM-DD) when sample is analyzed. It should be 0 or 6
digits.
Sample ID Sample No. It should be 0, 3 or 4 digits.
Sample Type of sample (serum, plasma, urine, etc). It should be 0 or 1
Type digit.
Profile No. Sequence number of profile. It should be 0, 2 or 3 digits.
5. Select the check boxes next to desired symbologies in the Sample Bar Code
area.
7. Select Save to save the settings. Or select Restore to restore factory default
settings of all sample bar code options.
8. If a reagent bar code reader is equipped, the check box next to Reagent Barcode
is selected by default. Reagents on reagent disk will be located and identified by
reagent bar code reader.
Field Description
Total Total length of the reagent bar code. It should be within 15-30 digits.
Test No. No. of test. It should be 0, or 2 to 4 digits.
Test Name Name of test. It should be 0 to 10 digits.
Rgt. Type Type of reagent (R1, R2, R3, R4). It should be 1 digit.
Bottle No. No. of reagent bottle. It should be 3 to 5 digits.
Size Type of reagent bottle (Outer Circle 20ml, Outer Circle 40ml, Inner
Circle 40ml, Inner Circle 62ml). It should be 1 to 3 digits.
Lot No. Lot No. of reagent. It should be 3 to 5 digits.
Exp. Date Expiration date (YY-MM or YY-MM-DD) of reagent. It should be 4, 6
or 8 digits.
10. Select the check boxes next to desired symbologies in the Reagent Bar Code
area.
11. Select the check boxes next to corresponding Check fields as needed.
12. Select Save to save the settings. Or select Restore to restore factory default
settings of all reagent bar code options.
4.12.7 LIS
If the system is to be connected to the LIS host, follow this procedure to set up LIS
communication:
1. Select the LIS tab from the Setup screen to navigate to the LIS page.
Field Description
LIS Host IP Enter the IP address of LIS host to which the analyzer will
be connected.
Port Enter the communication port of the LIS host.
Mode Select a mode that the LIS host is connected to the system.
There are two modes available:
Unidire.(Unidirectional): The system sends test result
and other information to the LIS host.
Bidire.(Bidirectional): The system not only sends test
result and other information to LIS, but also downloads
sample request information from LIS.
Send Results after When this option is selected, the system will send test
Each Sample Run results to LIS when each sample is analyzed.
Download Sample When this option is selected, the analyzer will download
Information after sample information from LIS when a sample is scanned.
Scan
This filed is available only when Bidire. is selected in the
Mode area.
Connect to LIS When this option is selected, at system startup the system
When Started Up will connect to LIS according to the IP address and
communication port you entered.
Response Timeout Enter the time limit for LIS host to response to downloading
sample information, receiving test results and connecting.
It should be within 1-200s.
3. In the Test Correspondence list on right column of the LIS page, all tests on the
system are listed with test No. and corresponding No. on the LIS host. Test
name and No. on LIS may be different from that on the analyzer. In order to
ensure samples are downloaded correctly from LIS and test results are
transmitted correctly to the LIS host, you should relate the tests on LIS and the
analyzer using correspondence code.
Select a test in the Test Correspondence list, a cursor appears in the Code on LIS
column of the test.
4. Delete the original number and enter the new number. The test is represented by
the new number on the LIS host.
5. Select Save to save the settings.
6. Select Connect. The system is connected to the LIS host.
7. If you want to cut the connection between the system and the LIS host, select
Disconnect.
4.12.8 ISE
NOTE:
The ISE tab of the Setup screen will be invisible if your analyzer is not
configured with the ISE module.
If your analyzer is equipped with the ISE module, you can set up the system to clean
the ISE module automatically or to calibrate the electrodes and peristaltic pumps at
specified time.
1. Select the ISE tab from the Setup screen to navigate to the ISE page.
CAUTION:
After selecting this option, you must
place ISE cleaning solution on position
D1 of the sample disk; otherwise,
cleaning will not be performed.
Request Calibration in Calibration will be requested automatically for
Every (hours) each electrode in specified hours.
You should enter a number (hours) in the edit box
below this option, The interval should be within 1-8
hours.
Calibrate ISE Pumps When The peristaltic pumps will be calibrated
Started up automatically every time when started up.
Calibrate ISE Pumps When The peristaltic pumps will be calibrated
Shut down automatically every time when shut down.
Daily Maint.
Working Hours
Logs
Alignment
ISE
The following sections introduce the Utilities screen by tab.
NOTE:
The ISE tab will be invisible if no ISE module is equipped.
3. In the Maintenance list on left column of the Daily Maint. page lists multiple
maintenance operations. Select an operation item and select Execute. The
Confirm dialog box pops up.
4. Select OK to perform the maintenance.
Adjust Pressure When the working Select the Adjust Pressure and
pressure of the regulating click the Execute button to pop up
valve is drifting, you can the confirmation dialog box.
use this to asjust the
Click Ok to pop up the Adjust
pressure, if the system is
Pressure dialog box. After Pump
in Standby or Failure
Field Description
Component Name of system component, such as sample probe, mixer, lamp,
etc.
Rated Number of hours that the manufacturer announces the component
Hours can work for. The component should be replaced or serviced once
the actual time exceeds this rated time.
Maint Number of times that the component has been serviced and
Times replaced.
Last Maint. Date when the component was recently serviced.
Working Number of hours that the component works for from the time when
Hours it was recently replaced or serviced.
Status Status of the component.
NOTE:
The Repair button can be used only by our service personnel or those
authorized by us.
4.13.3 Logs
1. Select the Logs tab from the Utilities screen to enter the Logs page. The error
logs in recent one month are recorded the log list and the logs before the month
are automatically saved in the error files.
2. Select an error from the log list, the Error Information area on right column of
the Logs page shows the error description, probable causes, corrective action
and influenced tests of the error.
3. Select Refresh to update the log list.
4. To delete an error log, select Delete. The Confirm dialog box pops up. Select
OK to delete the error log.
5. To print the error logs currently displayed in the log list, select Print.
6. In the log list may include a lot of error logs, you can Use the Filter function to
view desired error logs.
7. Select Filter. The Filter Errors dialog box is displayed.
NOTE:
The end day for each month is as follows:
28th for February of non-leap year;
29th for February of leap year;
30th for lunar month;
31st for solar month.
Error Enter the error code of desired log. If no code is entered, it means
Code all logs.
Level Select an error level from the drop-down list box.
Failed Part Select a failed part from the drop-down list box.
9. Select OK. The Log List on the Logs page refreshes and displays the logs
meeting the conditions you entered.
4.13.4 Alignment
Select the Alignment tab from the Utilities screen. The Alignment page is
displayed.
NOTE:
The Alignment page is just accessible to the ADMIN user, who can
only fill in the serial number of the analyzer and delete reaction curves
during a period on the Optional window.
Module configuration and version select can be performed only by
Debug users.
2. Enter the serial number of the system in the only edit box on the Optional window.
4.13.5 ISE
Select the ISE tab from the Utilities screen. The ISE page is displayed.
Field Description
Component Name of ISE component, such as ISE module, Na+ Electrode, etc.
Rated Number of hours that the manufacturer announces the ISE
Hours component can work for. The component should be replaced once
the actual time exceeds this rated time.
Rated Number of tests that the manufacturer announces the ISE
Tests component can experience. The component should be replaced
once the actual tests exceed this rated value.
Last Date when the component was recently replaced.
Replace
Working Total time that the component has worked for since recently
Hours replaced.
Nr. of Tests Number of tests that the component has experienced since
recently replaced.
Remark Comment of the component.
Field Description
Rated Hours Maximum time (hour) that the component can work after being
replaced. When the actual working time exceeds this limit, the
system will remind you of replacement in the Remark column
of the ISE Component Status list.
NOTE:
For non-electrode component, the Rated Tests field is read-only and
left blank by default.
For reagent module, both the Rated Hours and Rated Tests fields are
read-only and left blank by default.
4. Select OK. The relevant information in the ISE Component Status list is
updated.
1. Select the Inquire button. The values in the Reagent Pack Information area
are updated automatically.
2. If the reagent has been expired or used up, select the Rgt. Pack button. A
message pops up asking for your confirmation to replace the reagent pack.
3. Replace the reagent pack with a new one, and then select OK. The values in the
Reagent Pack Information area are refreshed automatically.
4.14 Shutdown
Select Shutdown from the function buttons area of the main screen. The Shutdown
dialog box is displayed.
Field Description
Log Off Select this option to relog on with another username or enter the
protection status.
Refer to Logging Off in the section for details.
Sleep Select this option to enter the power-saving mode. You can
wake up the system in no time when emergent samples need to
be analyzed.
Exit Select this option to save all measurement data and exit the
operating software.
Emergence Select this option to exit the operating software without
Exit performing shutdown check.
Logging Off
Operations of the operating software are entitled to different authorities. Some
advanced operations can be conducted only by the users who possess
corresponding authority. Refer to 4.12.4 User for instructions of user and authority
management. You can relog on the analyzer with another username without
rebooting the system.
NOTE:
When logging off, the system must not be in editing status but
experiencing measurement.
1. Select Log Off from the Shutdown dialog box and select OK. The following
Confirm dialog box is displayed.
Protected: Enter the software protection status. Other users cannot operate
the system.
4. Select OK and enter correct username and password on the popup Login dialog
box.
5. Select OK.
Sleeping
When the system will not be used for a while, you can use the sleep function to let the
system enter power-saving mode and then wake up the system quickly in case of
emergent samples.
Select Sleep on the Shutdown dialog box and then select OK. A prompt message
appears indicating that the system is going to sleep. Then the system enters Sleeping
status.
Switch off the power of the sleeping units. The system turns off the lamp and
temperature control as you have configured on the System page of the Setup
screen.
Select Wake-up Initialization in the Daily Maint. Interface. After that, the
system will be in idle status.
To ensure reliability, good performance and service life of the system, regular
maintenance is required. Be sure to follow the instructions given below to maintain
the system. Even you’re only an operator, it’s very important for you to learn this
chapter. Your thorough understanding will help you obtain the best performance of
the system.
In case of problems beyond your ability or not covered in this chapter, be sure to
contact our Customer Service Department or your local distributor.
WARNING:
Do not perform any maintenance procedures that are not described
in this chapter.
Do not touch the components other than the ones specified in this
chapter.
Performing unauthorized maintenance procedures can damage your
system, void any applicable warranty or service contract and even
cause personal injury.
After performing any maintenance actions or procedures, ensure that
the system runs normally.
Do not spill water or reagent on the mechanical or electrical
components of the system.
BIOHAZARD:
Wear gloves and lab coat and, if necessary, goggles during
maintaining process.
5.1.1 Tools
Hex wrenches (M1.5, M3 and M4)
Cross-headed screwdrivers (large, medium and small)
Needle tube
Tweezers
Clean gauze
scissors
5.1.2 Detergent
Acid: 0.1mol/l hydrochloric acid
Alkaline: javel water with 0.5% active chlorine. Acid: 0.1mol/l hydrochloric acid;
Alkaline: diluted CD80 wash solution (dilution ratio 1:10, if it is used for sample
probe wash, it should not be diluted).
WARNING:
Poisonous gas will be produced if acid wash solution is mixed with
alkaline wash solution. Do not mix the acid wash solution with the
alkaline one.
CAUTION:
Our company has specified the following enhanced wash solutions:
Acid: 0.1mol/l hydrochloric acid; Alkaline: diluted CD80 wash solution
(dilution ratio 1:10, if it is used for sample probe wash, it should not be
diluted).
You should dilute the sodium hypochlorite solution at appropriate ratio
according to the available chlorine contained in it.
Be sure to use the enhanced wash solution specified by our company.
Otherwise, proper result may not be obtained.
We recommend the acid and alkaline wash solutions be used
alternately. For instance, if the acid wash solution is used at current
startup, the alkaline one should be used at next startup.
5.1.3 Others
Water-free ethanol
Disinfector
WARNING:
Concentrated wash solution are corrosive to human skins. Always
wear gloves and lab coat and, if necessary, goggles when checking
the wash solution. In case your skin or clothes contact the wash
solution, wash them off with soap and clean water. In case the wash
solution spill into your eyes, rinse them with much water and consult an
oculist.
1 Every day, before starting the instrument, check the concentrated wash
solution reagent box first. Open the front doors of the analyzer and pull the
hydropneumatic assembly drawer outwards.
2 If there is not enough ( the remaining volume is less than 25% of the total
volume), replace the reagent box with a new one.
3 Note: To avoid wasting of the wash solution, please pour the remaining
wash solution into the newly loaded reagent box. Do not pour too much,
otherwise overflow might occur.
3 Check whether the T-piece leaks and air bubbles exist in the syringe.
If not, proceed to the next step.
If yes, tighten the T-piece or remove the air bubbles. See 5.6.2 Replacing
Plunger Assembly of Syringe and 5.8.7 Removing Air Bubbles.
4 Check whether the plunger guide cap leaks.
If not, proceed to the next step.
If yes, replace the cap as instructed by 5.6.2 Replacing Plunger
Assembly of Syringe.
5 Close the front doors of the analyzer.
3 Check all connectors for leakage. If leakage does exist, contact our
customer service department or your local distributor.
4 Restore the drawer.
5 Close the front doors of the analyzer.
6 If the water unit is equipped, please ensure it is properly connected to the
analyzer.
7 Check if the water unit is powered on.
BIOHAZARD:
To prevent biohazard contamination, always wear gloves and lab coat
and, if necessary, goggles when checking the waste tubing.
Check if the waste drainage system works normally. Ensure the waste tubing is
neither bent nor clogged, and the high-/low-concentration waste is handled properly
according to local regulations and rules for waste disposal.
CAUTION:
Ensure the waste tubing is neither clogged nor bent. Clogged or bent
waste tubing may lead to waste overflow that can damage your
analyzer.
NOTE:
If leaking remains, please contact our Customer Service Department
or your local distributor.
NOTE:
The readings and reference ranges for vacuum and pressure
are:
Primary pressure gauge: 25.0 psig; Reference range:
0.16-0.19MPa.
Secondary pressure gauge: 5.0 psig; Reference range:
0.03-0.04MPa.
DI water pressure gauge: 10.0 psig; Reference range:
0.06-0.08Mpa.
Vacuum gauge: 27.0Hg (-60- -95KPa).
BIOHAZARD:
To prevent biohazard contamination, always wear gloves, goggles and
protective clothing when doing the below checks.
For application of the cleaning solution, refer to its operation manual
for details.
CAUTION:
Use the consumables recommended by our company. Other
consumables may degrade system performance.
Add solution supplied in the cleaning solution kit to top of label on the
powder bottle that is also supplied in the same kit and shake well to
prepare the cleaning solution.
The cleaning solution must be stored at 2-8°C and discarded after two
weeks.
NOTE:
The maintenance is necessary to be performed when the ISE unit
(optional) is connected.
You should perform the maintenance once a day after all the samples
are analyzed. Besides, if the samples of a day requested for the ISE
tests are 50 or more, you should perform the maintenance after 50
samples are analyzed.
If you give the electrodes some time to stabilize after cleaning, you will
experience slightly better performance.
ISE unit daily cleaning can be configured to operate automatically. See 4.13.5 ISE for
details.
Pump Calibration can be configured to operate automatically. See 4.13.5 ISE for
details.
WARNING:
The sample probe tip is sharp and can cause puncture wounds. To
prevent injury, exercise caution when working around the sample
probe.
BIOHAZARD:
Wear gloves and lab coat and, if necessary, goggles.
Dispose of the used gauze in accordance with your local or national
guidelines for biohazard waste disposal.
4
CAUTION:
The tweezers may scratch the probe. Exercise caution when
using it to clean the probe. Avoid direct contact between the
tweezers and the probe. Do not use excessive force when
cleaning the probe. Otherwise it may bend.
NOTE:
We recommend the acid and alkaline detergents be used
alternately for this purpose. For instance, if the acid detergent
has been used for last maintenance, the alkaline detergent
had better be used for this time.
Use ethanol-dipped gauze to gently clean the exterior of the sample probe
until it is clean and smooth.
WARNING:
The reagent probe tip is sharp and can cause puncture wounds. To
prevent injury, exercise caution when working around the reagent
probe.
BIOHAZARD:
Wear gloves and lab coat and, if necessary, goggles.
Dispose of the used gauze in accordance with your local or national
guidelines for biohazard waste disposal.
3 Pull the reagent probe arm to the highest point, then rotate the arm to
move the reagent probe to a position above the reagent compartment and
convenient to operate.
4
CAUTION:
Do not contact the reagent probe directly with tweezers;
otherwise the reagent probe may be scratched. Excessive
force may bend the reagent probe.
BIOHAZARD:
Wear gloves and lab coat and, if necessary, goggles.
Dispose of the used gauze in accordance with your local or national
guidelines for biohazard waste disposal.
3
CAUTION:
The tweezers can scratch the mixer. Exercise caution when
using the tweezers to clean the mixer. Avoid direct contact
between the tweezers and the mixer. Do not use excessive
force when cleaning the mixer. Otherwise it may bend.
NOTE:
We recommend the acid and alkaline detergents be used
alternately for this purpose. For instance, if the acid detergent
has been used for last maintenance, the alkaline detergent
had better be used for this time.
Use ethanol-dipped gauze to gently clean the mixer until it is clean and
smooth.
CAUTION:
Do not stare at the laser of the bar code reader; otherwise your eyes
may get hurt.
CAUTION
Do not use sharp-edged tools to scratch the bar code reader window.
WARNING:
The sample probe tip is sharp and can cause puncture wounds. To
prevent injury, exercise caution when working around the sample
probe.
BIOHAZARD:
Wear gloves and lab coat and, if necessary, goggles.
Dispose of the used gauze in accordance with your local or national
guidelines for biohazard waste disposal.
3 Rinse the sample disk with fresh water and dry it with gauze.
4 Use clean gauze (water or disinfector-dipped gauze if necessary) to clean
the inside of the compartment.
5 Install the sample disk and tighten the two retaining screws on it. Then
cover the sample compartment.
WARNING:
The reagent probe tip is sharp and can cause puncture wounds. To
prevent injury, exercise caution when working around the reagent
probe.
BIOHAZARD:
Wear gloves and lab coat and, if necessary, goggles.
Dispose of the used gauze in accordance with your local or national
guidelines for biohazard waste disposal.
5 Install the reagent disk and together the screws on it. Then cover the
reagent compartment.
WARNING:
The probe/mixer tip is sharp and can cause puncture wounds. To
prevent injury, exercise caution when working around the probe/mixer.
BIOHAZARD:
Wear gloves and lab coat and, if necessary, goggles.
Dispose of the used gauze in accordance with your local or national
guidelines for biohazard waste disposal.
Aside from the regular check, checking should be done after the replacement of
cuvettes and lamp.
1 Enter the Daily Maint. page of the Utilities screen; then select
Cuvette/Lamp Check in the Maintenance area and click Execute.
NOTE:
To ensure the good performance of the photometer, replace
those cuvettes marked with yellow, blue or red. Run cuvette
check after replacement, and save the data.
Place DI water in position W. Click Start. After test, the cuvette status will
be refreshed according to the test result. Click Save to save the result.
NOTE:
If Save is not selcted, the current test result will not be saved.
Next time when you enter this page, the cuvette status will be the
previous test result.
NOTE:
Before running lamp check, replace those cuvettes marked as
yellow, blue and red.
Click Lamp check to enter the lamp checking page as shown in the
following figure.
Time for lamp check: 1.5min
In Lamp check page, you can view the latest two lamp check result. The
displayed value is the average of five consecutive cuvette aborsorbance.
When this value exceeds the limit, the lamp intensity is not strong enough.
Click Start to start the lamp check. The test result and the lamp status will
be refreshed after the test. Click Save to save the result.
NOTE:
If Save is not selcted, the current test result will not be saved.
Next time when you enter this page, the lamp status will be the
previous test result.
NOTE:
To ensure the good performance of the photometer, replace the
lamp when the light intensity is not strong enough.
3 After all the liquid in the separators is removed, tighten the drain caps.
WARNING:
The sample probe tip is sharp and can cause puncture wounds. To
prevent injury, exercise caution when working around the sample
probe.
BIOHAZARD:
Wear gloves and lab coat and, if necessary, goggles.
Dispose of used cotton swabs in accordance with your local or national
guidelines for biohazard waste disposal.
2 Pull the sample probe arm to the highest point. Rotate the arm to move the
sample probe to a position above the sample compartment and
convenient to operate.
3 Clean the inside of and the place around the wash well with cotton swabs.
4 After cleaning, gently pull the probe arm to its highest point and rotate it to
move the sample probe to a position above the wash well.
5 Place the Power to ON. Wait for about 30 seconds and then execute
“System Reset” on the Daily Maint. page. The system will reset and rinse
the sample probe automatically.
WARNING:
The reagent probe tip is sharp and can cause puncture wounds. To
prevent injury, exercise caution when working around the reagent
probe.
BIOHAZARD:
Wear gloves and lab coat and, if necessary, goggles.
Dispose of used cotton swabs in accordance with your local or national
guidelines for biohazard waste disposal.
2 Pull the reagent probe arm to the highest point. Rotate the arm to move
the reagent probe to a position above the reagent compartment and
convenient to operate.
3 Clean the inside of and the place around the wash well with cotton swabs.
4 After cleaning, gently pull the probe arm to its highest point and rotate it to
move the reagent probe to a position above the wash well.
5 Place the Power to ON. Wait for about 30 seconds and then execute
“System Reset” on the Daily Maint. page. The system will reset and rinse
the reagent probes automatically.
WARNING:
The mixer tip is sharp and can cause puncture wounds. To prevent
injury, exercise caution when working around the mixer.
BIOHZARD:
Wear gloves and lab coat and, if necessary, goggles.
Dispose of used cotton swabs in accordance with your local or national
guidelines for biohazard waste disposal.
2 Pull the mixer arm to the highest point. Rotate the arm to move the mixer
to a position convenient to operate.
3 Clean the inside of and the place around the wash well with cotton swabs.
4 After cleaning, gently pull the mixer arm to its highest point and rotate the
arm to move the mixer to a position above the wash well.
5 Place the Power to ON. Wait for about 30 seconds and then execute
“System Reset” on the Daily Maint. page. The system will reset and rinse
the mixers automatically.
WARNING:
The sample probe tip is sharp and can cause puncture wounds. To
prevent injury, exercise caution when working around the sample
probe.
BIOHAZARD:
Wear gloves and lab coat and, if necessary, goggles.
WARNING:
The reagent probe tip is sharp and can cause puncture wounds. To
prevent injury, exercise caution when working around the reagent
probe.
BIOHAZARD:
Wear gloves and lab coat and, if necessary, goggles.
Dispose of the used cotton swabs in accordance with your local or
national guidelines for biohazard waste disposal.
WARNING:
The mixer tip is sharp and can cause puncture wounds. To prevent
injury, exercise caution when working around the mixer.
BIOHAZARD:
Wear gloves and lab coat and, if necessary, goggles.
Dispose of the used cotton swabs in accordance with your local or
national guidelines for biohazard waste disposal.
WARNING:
The probe tip is sharp and can cause puncture wounds. To prevent
injury, exercise caution when working around the probe.
Before replacing cuvette rotate the probes to a position convenient for
operation.
BIOHAZARD:
Wear gloves and lab coat and, if necessary, goggles.
Dispose of the damaged cuvette in accordance with your local or
national guidelines for biohazard waste disposal.
CAUTION:
Please use our recommended consumables. Other consumables may
degrade the system performance.
CAUTION:
Do not get the reaction disk cover to collide with the wash unit,
when removing the reaction disk cover.
4 Slowly rotate the reaction disk to a position easy to handle.
CAUTION:
Do not drag the optical fibire under the reaction disk.
CAUTION:
If your system is installed with hard glass cuvettes, please take
extra care while removing the bullet with the nipper lest the
cuvette get damaged. Use the nipper to clip the protuberance of
the bullet and then pull it out.
6 Use the hand to pinch the side walls of the reaction cuvette and pull it out.
CAUTION:
The gloves should free from fibres and power, otherwise the
optical surface of the cuvette and its neighboring cuvettes might
get contaminated.
CAUTION:
The optical surface of the cuvette should be perpendicular to the
radial direction of the reaction disk.
Press the cuvettes into the bottom of their position on the disk
until no further can be pushed downward.
Do not touch the optical surface of the cuvettes, otherwise the
result might not be reliable. The optical surface is highlight by red
circle in the following figures for glass cuvette and plastic cuvette
respectively.
CAUTION:
Check for cuvettes and bullets that are forgotten to be installed. If
only one cuvette is not installed, the reagent, sample and wash
solution will spill on the reaction disk, making the analysis unable
to proceed.
CAUTION:
While installing the reaction disk cover, please ensure the two
parts highlighted in the following figure fit into each other. Do not
make the cover collide with the wash unit.
10 Power on the analyzing unit and start the operating software. Check the cuvette
by entering the Utilities-Cuvette/Lamp check screen to make sure all the
cuvettes meet the requirement for use. Please refer to 5.3.8.1.
CAUTION:
In order to get the best data, check the cuvette when the lamp is
stable (that is about at least 20 minutes after startup).
Hold the screen with your hands and lift it upwards, then remove it
outwards.
4 Wash the screens with clean water and dry them by airing.
5 Install the dust screens correctly.
6 Close the front doors of the analyzer.
CAUTION:
Please use our recommended consumables. Other consumables may
degrade the system performance.
Exercise caution when installing the plunger assembly. Excessive
force may crack the syringe.
Always wear gloves while replacing the syringe plunger assembly.
Plunger assembly of sample syringe can be replaced in the same way as that of
reagent syringe. Perform the following steps to replace the reagent syringe plunger
assembly.
3 Prepare a new plunger assembly (shown in the figure below) and soak the
plunger tip in deionized water to eliminate bubbles.
Grab the T-piece with one hand and the syringe connector with the other
hand and unscrew (counter-clockwise) the syringe. Exercise caution so that
the gasket on the syringe does not drop out and if it does, store it in a clean
place for later installation. Replace the gasket if it has been disassembled for
2 to 3 times. Otherwise leakage may occur or sampling precision be
affected.
7
CAUTION:
There may be residual water in the syringe. Do not drop
water onto the analyzing unit.
The plunger rod of the syringe is slender. Exercise caution
when working on it. Excessive force may bend it.
Unscrew (counter-clockwise) the plunger guide cap and pinch the plunger
button to gently pull the plunger assembly from the syringe.
8
CAUTION:
The plunger rod of the syringe is slender. Exercise caution
when working on it. Excessive force may bend it.
Pinch the new plunger assembly by the plunger button and carefully insert
the plunger tip into the syringe and push it all the way to the end. Screw
clockwise the plunger guide cap until secure.
9 Immerse the syringe connector into deionized water. Pinch the plunger
button, pull it to aspirate half syringe of deionized water and then push it to
expel the deionized water and the air from the syringe.
10 Grab the T-piece with one hand and the syringe connector with the other
hand. Screw clockwise the syringe into the T-piece until secure.
11 Place the syringe on the holder.
12 Install space bars and fix four upper retaining screws. Do not tighten the
screws now.
13 Align the plunger button to the lower retaining screw of the plunger and
screw clockwise the screw until secure.
14 Pinch the plunger guide cap to adjust the syringe.
CAUTION:
Please use our recommended consumables. Other consumables may
decrease the system performance.
Do not touch either the light entrance of the lamp or the lens in front of
the lamp. In case the entrance is dirty, clean it with ethanol-soaked
absorbent cotton.
1 Place the MAIN POWER to OFF. Wait at least 15 minutes for the lamp and
its housing to cool down.
WARNING:
After working for a while, the lamp and its housing are usually
hot enough to burn you. Do not proceed with this procedure
until they have cooled down.
2 The light source assembly is at the right rear part of the instrument.
Unscrew the two retaining screws on the back cover by using a screw
driver. Loosen the two retaining screwers on the upper part. Remove the
back cover.
4 Unscrew the lower screw at the back of the lamp housing. Pull the radiator
plate out.
5 Please wear the glove to protect the circuit boards from ESD. Press the
lever and then pinch the lamp base and pull out the lamp.
NOTE:
The larger pin is inserted into the larger hole and the smaller
pin into the smaller hole. The lamp should be pressed to the
bottom of the mounting hole. Otherwise, performance wil be
affected.
Don’t pinch the bulb of the lamp so that the lamp will not be
contaminated or broken.
7 Install the lamp housing radiator back. Tighten the screws at the lower part
of the housing.
8 Install the air duct back and tighten the retaining screws. Reconnect the fan
power cable.
9 Close the back cover of the analyzing unit and tighten the four retaining
screws.
1 Turn off the ball valve on the hydropneumatic drawer. The water supply
module is powered off.
2 Turn on the ball valve on the water supply module to release the remaining
pressure. When the pressure gauge indicates 0, turn off the ball value.
3 Press the tubing release button to remove the tubing 91 and 92 from two
ends of the old filter assembly. (If these tubings are dirty, replace them)
4 Connect the tubing 91 and 92 to the two ends of the new filter assembly.
5 Power on the water supply module, turn on the ball valve on it and wait for
5 minutes. When you see the VENT of the water supply module is
supplying water continuously which sigifies the normal working of the
module, turn off its ball valve.
6 Turn on the ball valve on the hydropneumatic drawer.
3 After replacing the new filter, reconnect the tubings. If you discover the end of the
tubing is distorted, use sccissors to cut a small part of the tubing and then
reconnect the tubings to ensure good connection. You do not have to pay
attention to the direction of the tubing, while mounting the filter.
4 Check the conncection of the tubings and whether leakage happens at the
adapters.
WARNING:
Please take care during operation to avoid being hurt by the sample probe or
reagent probe.
Put the probes and bars at the place that is convenient to handle during
replacement.
BIOHAZARD:
Wear gloves and lab coat and, if necessary, goggles. Dispose of the
replaced cuvettes properly.
NOTE:
Please use our recommended consumables. Other consumables may
degrade the system performance.
CAUTION:
Do not get the reaction disk cover to collide with the wash unit,
when removing the reaction disk cover.
4 Slowly rotate the reaction disk to a position easy to handle.
CAUTION:
Do not drag the optical fibire under the reaction disk.
CAUTION:
If your system is installed with hard glass cuvettes, please take
extra care while removing the bullet with the nipper lest the
cuvette get damaged. Use the nipper to clip the protuberance of
the bullet and then pull it out.
6 Use the hand to pinch the side walls (the frost side) of the reaction cuvette and
pull it out.
CAUTION:
The gloves should free from fibres and power, otherwise the
optical surface of the cuvette and its neighboring cuvettes might
get contaminated.
CAUTION:
The cuvettes should be soaked completed in the wash solution.
No bubble in the inside of the cuvette, otherwise the quality of the
wash might be affected.
8 Take the cuvettes out of the open container and wash them with DI water
thoroughly. Rub the outside surface of the cuvette with clean and dry gauze.
CAUTION:
If scratch or unremovable contamination occurs on the optical
surface of the cuvette, please dispose of them properly and
replace them with new ones.
Do not use the cotton swab, cotton, cotton cloth or any other tools
containing fibres to clean the cuvette, otherwise the fibres might
get on the optical surface of the cuvette and the result might be
affected.
CAUTION:
The optical surface of the cuvette should be perpendicular to the
radial direction of the reaction disk. The optical surface is
highlight by red circle in the following figures for glass cuvette and
plastic cuvette respectively.
Press the cuvettes into the bottom of their position on the disk
until no further can be pushed downward.
Do not touch the optical surface of the cuvettes, otherwise the
result might not be reliable.
10 Install the bullets
CAUTION:
Check for cuvettes and bullets that are forgotten to be installed. If
only one cuvette is not installed, the reagent, sample and wash
solution will spill on the reaction disk, making the analysis unable
to proceed.
CAUTION:
While installing the reaction disk cover, please ensure the two
parts highlighted in the following figure fit into each other. Do not
make the cover collide with the wash unit.
12 Power on the analyzing unit and start the operating software. Check the cuvette
by entering the Utilities-Cuvette/Lamp check screen to make sure all the cuvettes
meet the requirement for use. Please refer to 5.3.8.1.
CAUTION:
In order to get the best data, check the cuvette when the lamp is
stable (that is about 20 minutes after startup).
WARNING:
The sample probe tip is sharp and can cause puncture wounds. To
prevent injury, exercise caution when working around the sample
probe.
BIOHAZARD:
Wear gloves and lab coat and, if necessary, goggles.
3 Pull the probe arm to the highest point. Rotate the arm to move the sample
probe to a position above the sample compartment and convenient to
operate.
4 Grab the lower part of the arm cover with two hands and pull them slightly
outwards and then remove the cover upward from the arm base.
CAUTION:
Do not spill the water in the pipe on the circuit board,
otherwise, the board might be damaged. If the water is spilled
on the circuit board, arm or panel, use absorbent water to dry
it.
6 Press the circuit board with one hand and disconnect the probe’s circuit
connector from the board with the other hand.
CAUTION:
Exercise caution when disconnecting the connector.
Excessive force may damage the connector and/or the circuit
board.
NOTE:
Exercise caution when pulling the sample probe away from
the arm so that the probe tip will not contact or even damage
the probe arm.
Slowly pull the probe away from the probe arm. Exercise caution so that
the gasket inside the probe does not drop out and if it does, store it in a
clean place for later installation. Replace the gasket if it has been
disassembled for 2 to 3 times. Otherwise leakage may occur or sampling
precision be affected.
NOTE:
The sample probe is precisely fabricated for accurate
aspiration/dispensing. A bent or damaged probe will lead to unreliable
test results and should be replaced immediately according to 5.8.3
Replacing Sample Probe.
WARNING:
The sample probe tip is sharp and can cause puncture wounds. To
prevent injury, exercise caution when working around the sample
probe.
BIOHAZARD:
Wear gloves and lab coat and, if necessary, goggles.
Dispose of the used needle in accordance with your local or national
guidelines for biohazard waste disposal.
CAUTION:
The sample probe is precisely fabricated for accurate
aspiration/dispensing. A bent or damaged probe will lead to unreliable
test results and should be replaced immediately according to 5.8.3
Replacing Sample Probe.
WARNING:
The sample probe tip is sharp and can cause puncture wounds. To
prevent injury, exercise caution when working around the probe.
BIOHAZARD:
Wear gloves and lab coat and, if necessary, goggles.
CAUTION:
9 Fill the clean open container with DI water. Put the tip of the sample probe 2-3
mm under the water level. The indicator D5 on the level sensing board will go
through a process of OFF-ON procedure. After the tip of the sample probe is
taken way from the water, the indicator D5 will go off, which shows the function
of the board is normal. Proceed to the next step.
1 Pinch the sample probe by the part near the probe arm. Gently push the probe
0 upward and then release it to see if the spring can move freely.
If so, proceed to the next step.
If not, check for errors and try again after removing the errors.
CAUTION:
Do not make the probe get in contact with any other objects
after it is completely installed, including the hand and other
conducible matter. The replacement of the probe should be
followed with the adjustment.
After installation, be sure to move the sample probe to a
position above its wash well.
CAUTION
The sample probe is precisely fabricated for accurate
aspiration/dispensing. A bent or damaged probe will lead to unreliable
test results and should be replaced immediately according to 5.8.3
Replacing Sample Probe.
WARNING:
The reagent probe tip is sharp and can cause puncture wounds. To
prevent injury, exercise caution when working around the reagent
probe.
BIOHAZARD:
Wear gloves and lab coat and, if necessary, goggles.
WARNING:
The reagent probe tip is sharp and can cause puncture wounds. To
prevent injury, exercise caution when working around the reagent
probe.
BIOHAZARD:
Wear gloves and lab coat and, if necessary, goggles.
CAUTION:
Exercise caution when disconnecting the connector.
Excessive force may damage the connector and/or the circuit
board.
NOTE:
Exercise caution when pulling the probe away from the arm
so that the probe tip will not contact or even damage the
probe arm.
Slowly pull the probe away from the probe arm. Exercise caution so that
the gasket inside the probe does not drop out and if it does, store it in a
clean place for later installation. Replace the gasket if it has been
disassembled for 2 to 3 times. Otherwise leakage may occur or sampling
precision be affected.
NOTE:
The reagent probe is precisely fabricated for accurate
aspiration/dispensing. A bent or damaged probe will lead to unreliable
test results and should be replaced immediately according to
5.8.4Cleaning Wash Well of Sample Probe.
WARNING:
The reagent probe tip is sharp and can cause puncture wounds. To
prevent injury, exercise caution when working around the reagent
probe.
CAUTION:
The reagent probe is precisely fabricated for accurate
aspiration/dispensing. A bent or damaged probe will lead to unreliable
test results and should be replaced immediately according to
5.8.4Cleaning Wash Well of Sample Probe.
WARNING:
The reagent probe tip is sharp and can cause puncture wounds. To
prevent injury, exercise caution when working around the reagent
probe.
BIOHAZARD:
Wear gloves and lab coat and, if necessary, goggles.
CAUTION:
Exercise caution when connecting the sample probe.
Excessive force may bend the probe.
7 Power on the analyzer after confirming that the reagent probe is not in contact
with any conductible matter (like hands).
8 Manual adjustment: Obeserve the D2 indicator (yellow). The D2 indicator will
be on 2 seconds after the power of the analyzer is on. Press the switch of the
level sensing board S2. D2 indicator also goes through a process of OFF-ON
procedure which indicates the adjustment is successfully completed. (During
the process of adjustment, please make sure the probe is not in contact with
any conductible matter).
1 Pinch the reagent probe by the part near the probe arm. Gently push the
0 probe upward and then release it to see if the spring can move freely.
If yes, proceed to the next step.
If not, reinstall the arm cover and check the spring.
11 Gently pull the probe arm to its highest point and rotate it to move the reagent
probe to a position above the wash well.
CAUTION:
Do not make the probe get in contact with any other objects
after it is completely installed, including the hand and other
conducible matter. The replacement of the probe should be
followed with the adjustment.
After cleaning, be sure to move the reagent probe to a
position above its wash well.
CAUTION:
The reagent probe is precisely fabricated for accurate
aspiration/dispensing. A bent or damaged probe will lead to unreliable
test results and should be replaced immediately according to
5.8.4Cleaning Wash Well of Sample Probe.
WARNING:
The sample probe tip is sharp and can cause puncture wounds. To
prevent injury, exercise caution when working around the sample
probe.
BIOHAZARD:
Wear gloves and lab coat and, if necessary, goggles.
CAUTION:
Please use our recommended consumables. Other consumables may
degrade the system performance.
BIOHAZARD:
Dispose of the bent or damaged sample probe in accordance
with your local or national guidelines for biohazard waste
disposal.
CAUTION:
After installing the sample probe, be sure to rotate it to a
position above the wash well prior to sample disk installation.
WARNING:
The sample probe tip is sharp and can cause puncture wounds. To
prevent injury, exercise caution when working around the sample
probe.
BIOHAZARD:
Wear gloves and lab coat and, if necessary, goggles.
WARNING:
The reagent probe tip is sharp and can cause puncture wounds. To
prevent injury, exercise caution when working around the reagent
probe.
BIOHAZARD:
Wear gloves and lab coat and, if necessary, goggles.
CAUTION:
Please use our recommended consumables. Other consumables may
degrade the system performance.
BIOHAZARD:
Dispose of the bent or damaged reagent probe in accordance
with your local or national guidelines for biohazard waste
disposal.
CAUTION:
After installing the reagent probe, be sure to rotate it to a
position above the wash well prior to reagent disk installation.
WARNING:
The mixer tip is sharp and can cause puncture wounds. To prevent
injury, exercise caution when working around the mixer.
When replacing, pinch the mixer only by its knurled part. Protect the
flat part of the mixer from scratches.
BIOHAZARD:
Wear gloves and lab coat and, if necessary, goggles.
Dispose of the damaged mixer in accordance with your local or
national guidelines for biohazard waste disposal.
CAUTION:
Please use our recommended consumables. Other consumables may
degrade the system performance.
Pinch the mixer by the knurled part with one hand and unscrew
(counter-clockwise) the retaining nut with the other hand until the mixer
looses. Pull the mixer downward to remove it and remove the nut.
6 Pinch the mixer by the knurled part and align the hole of the nut to the axis
on the mixer and push the nut onto the mixer until it reaches the end of the
mixer. Tighten the nut by screwing clockwise with the other hand.
CAUTION:
When trying to push the mixer into the arm, concentrate your
force in the direction of the axis on the mixer arm. Biased
force may damage the mixer and/or the axis.
Ensure the mixer is all the way pushed to the end.
7 After replacing the bar, visually check whether the mixer is vertical to the
bar arm.
If not, return to step 5 to remove the mixer and reinstall it.
If so, proceed to the next step.
8 Pull the mixer arm to its highest point and rotate it back to a position above
its wash well.
CAUTION:
After installing the mixer, be sure to rotate it to a position
above its wash well.
9 Place the Power back to ON. Wait for about 30 seconds and then execute
“System Reset” on the Daily Maint. page. The system will reset and rinse
the mixers automatically.
CAUTION:
Be sure not to push the plunger to the end tip; otherwise the
syringe may be damaged.
6 Place the syringe on the holder. Install space bars and fix retaining screws.
NOTE:
The upper edge of the upper space bar must reach the 7th
scale on the syringe.
When fixing the retaining screws, be sure to tighten them
alternately with equilibrium force.
CAUTION:
Use the consumables recommended by us. Other consumables may
degrade system performance.
NOTE:
Generally after the replacement of any of the following components,
several ISE calibrations should be run before ISE Unit become stable.
WARNING:
Before performing the replacement, make sure the analyzer is
powered off.
If you run more than 100 samples requested for the ISE tests a day, replace the
electrodes according to the following recommended schedule:
If you run more than 100 samples requested for the ISE tests a day, replace the
electrodes according to the following recommended schedule:
NOTE:
Because the electrodes must be installed sequentially, you
have to take out the electrode to be replaced and those (or
that) over it from above to below.
BIOHAZARD:
To prevent biohazard contamination, always wear gloves, goggles and
protective clothing when doing the maintenance.
Dispose of the waste in accordance with your local or national
guidelines for biohazard waste disposal.
CAUTION:
The maintenance is necessary to be performed when the ISE unit
(optional) is connected.
The ISE unit (optional) should be on power all the time. In some cases
that the POWER will be shut down for a long time more than half an
hour, the following steps should be performed.
Use the consumables recommended by our company. Other
consumables may degrade system performance.
4 Select Purge Combination from the Instructions list, and enter digit “25”
in the edit boxes to the right of Purge A and Purge B. Select Execute to
start the purge cycle based on the parameters you have entered.
5 Select Maintenance Cycle from the Instructions list and select Execute.
6 Remove the electrodes. Refer to 2.8.2 Installing/Removing Electrodes.
7 Remove the Reagent Pack. Refer to 2.8.1 Installing/Removing Reagent
Pack.
8 Put the reference, Na+, Cl- and spacer electrodes into their individual
sealed bags.
NOTE:
The tube adapters on Reagent Pack should be covered by the red
caps. Store the Reagent Pack properly.
1 Check sample
syringe
2 Check R1
syringe
3 Check R2
syringe
4 Check/clean
sample probe
5 Check/ clean R1
probe
6 Check/ clean R2
probe
7 Check/clean
sample mixer
8 Check/clean
reagent mixer
9 Check
connection of DI
water
10 Check waste
tubing
11 Check
vacuum/pressur
e pumps
12 Check
printer/paper
13 Clean ISE
module
14 Calibrate pumps
15 Check
Concentrated
Maintenance Record
R
Weekly e 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 3 3
Maintenance f. 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1
1 Clean sample
probe
2 Clean R1 probe
3 Clean R2 probe
4 Clean sample
mixer
5 Clean reagent
mixer
6 Clean
sample/reagent
compartment
7 Clean sample
disk and reagent
disk
9 Clean analyzer
panels
1 Check
0 photometer
1 Clean reaction
1 cuvettes
1 Check cuvette
2 and lamp
1 Replace
3 concentrated
wash solution
reagent box
Maintenance Record
R
Two-week e 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 3 3
Maintenance f. 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1
1 Maintain
hydropneumatic
components
Maintenance Record
R
Monthly ef 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 3 3
Maintenance . 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1
6 Clean sample
probe rotor
7 Clean R1 probe
rotor
8 Clean R2 probe
rotor
9 Clean sample
mixer rotor
1 Clean reagent
0 mixer rotor
1
1 Check wash unit
1 Check
2 hydropneumatic
drawer
1 Cleaning Air
3 Filter, Oil Mist
Separator, Mist
Separator
Maintenance Record
R
Three-month ef 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 3 3
Maintenance . 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1
1 Clean dust
screens
2 Replace sample
syringe plunger
3 Replace R1
syringe plunger
4 Replace R2
syringe plunger
1 Replace lamp
2 Replace or clean
air screen
4 Maintaing air
pump
5 Replace waste
tubing
6 Replacing First
and Second
Phase Washing
Tubing on Wash
Station
7 Replace DI water
filter and the
tubing
8 Replace on-line
filters and the
check valves
9 Wash Glass
cuvette (optional)
1 Replace
sample probe
2 Replace R1
probe
3 Replace R2
probe
4 Replace
sample mixer
5 Replace
reagent mixer
6 Replace
reaction
cuvettes
7 Replacing
Reagent Pack
8 Replacing
Electrodes
9 Wash Glass
cuvette
(optional)
10 Adjust
Pressure
This chapter provides the system warning messages and recommended corrective
actions, which should be taken in time once any error occurs.
If the recommended actions fail to solve problems, contact our customer service
department or your local distributor.
When an error or failure occurs, the system will display the error or warning message
and take corresponding actions automatically.
The alarm message will be displayed in the alarm message area of the software
screen, and then recorded in the system log automatically.
The logs will record the time, level, code and detailed message of each warning to
help user record and search errors. Refer to 4.13.3 Logs for details about the log.
In case of a warning message, check its error code on the Logs screen, and find
recommended actions in the Solution field. If an error occurs and cannot be indexed
in the Logs field or this operation manual, contact our Customer Service Department
or your local distributor.
Severity: Warning
6 Troubleshooting 6-1
Severity: Invalidating tests
Severity: Pausing
6-2 6 Troubleshooting
Severity: Forbidding
WARNING:
When troubleshooting the analyzer, first find out whether it is necessary
to switch off the Main Power or Analyzing Unit Power.
BIOHAZARD:
Wear gloves and lab coat and, if necessary, goggles.
6 Troubleshooting 6-3
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
C0003 19 Resolution Screen resolution is not Set resolution to
error 1024*768 1024*768
C0004 19 Set color to 65535
Color error Color is below 16 bits
and reboot
C0005 0 Rearrange hard disk.
Insufficient Remaining disk space is
Delete curves and
disk space less than 1G
other unuseful files
C0006 19 Rearrange hard disk.
Out of disk Remaining disk space is
Delete curves and
space less than 200M
other unuseful files
C0007 19 CPU
CPU is below Celeron
performance Replace PC or CPU
733
low
C0008 0 Check printer
Printer is not powered connection. Check if
Printer
on. Cable is not printer is powered
cannot be
connected. No driver is on, driver and default
connected
installed printer has been
installed
C0009 0 Check for paper jam.
Printer Paper jam. No paper. Check if printer is
failure No ink busy, and print tasks
are too many
C0010 0 Help No help document. Help Check if help
document document is damaged. document exists or is
error No memory space damaged
C0011 0 No sound card is
Sound card installed. Sound card Reinstall sound card
failure failure. Incorrect sound or sound card driver
card driver
6-4 6 Troubleshooting
6.2.1.2 Equipment Connection
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
C0101 12 Check serial port
connection. Replug
Serial cable is not cable. Check if
Equipment
connected. Analyzing analyzing unit is
cannot be
Unit Switch is powered on. Start
connected
powered off initialization again.
Restart PC and
analyzing unit
C0102 12 Check serial port
connection. Replug
cable. Check if
Serial port Sending buffer is full.
analyzing unit is
cannot send Serial port is not
powered on. Start
instruction initialized
initialization again.
Restart PC and
analyzing unit
C0103 12 Check serial port
connection. Replug
cable. Check if
Serial port Receiving buffer is
analyzing unit is
cannot full. Serial port is not
powered on. Start
receive data initialized
initialization again.
Restart PC and
analyzing unit
6.2.1.3 Calculation
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
C0301 0 (%s Reagent blank
Replace reagent.
test)Calibratio absorbance is too
Replace calibrator.
n sensitivity high. Calibrator is
Recalibrate
error degenerated
C0302 0 (%s
test)Coefficien Calibrator goes Replace reagent.
t difference wrong. Reagent goes Replace calibrator.
limit is out of wrong Recalibrate
range
C0303 0 (%s
test)Determin
Calibrator goes Replace reagent.
ation
wrong. Reagent goes Replace calibrator.
coefficient(R2
wrong Recalibrate
) is out of
range
C0304 0 (%s
Calibrator goes Replace reagent.
test)Reaction
wrong. Reagent goes Replace calibrator.
curve SD is
wrong Recalibrate
out of range
6 Troubleshooting 6-5
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
C0305 0 (%s Results cannot be
Replace reagent.
test)Calibratio calculated by
Replace calibrator.
n parameters specified rule. Results
Recalibrate or
cannot be are abnormal.
recalculate calibration
calculated by Calibration is not
parameters
given method convergent
C0306 0 (%s
Reagent blank
test)Absorban Replace reagent.
absorbance is too
ce of 0 Replace calibrator.
high. Calibrator is
calibrator is Recalibrate
degenerated
out of range
C0307 0 (%s
Calibration replicates
test)Calibratio
are unfinished.
n data is Fill reagent and
Reagent is
incomplete. calibrator. Recalibrate
insufficient. Calibrator
Cannot
is insufficient
calculate
C0308 0 (%s test and
%d Key points are lost
sample)Resp during response Rerun
onse calculate calculation
error
C0309 0 (%s test and Abnormal sample
%d (hemolysis, etc).
Run diluted sample, or
sample)Resp Calibrator
recalibrate
onse is out of concentration is too
range low
C0310 0 If problem occurs
Communication
Received data frequently, reconnect
between analyzing
check sum serial cable. If problem
unit and operation
error remains, contact the
unit is interfered
developer
C0311 0 Control is
(%s
degenerated. Rerun. Replace control
test)Real-time
Reagent goes wrong. or reagent and rerun.
QC 12s
Light intensity is Replace light source
warning
abnormal
C0312 0 Control is
(%s
degenerated. Rerun. Replace control
test)Real-time
Reagent goes wrong. or reagent and rerun.
QC of 13s is
Light intensity is Replace light source
out of control
abnormal
C0313 0 Control is
(%s
degenerated. Rerun. Replace control
test)Real-time
Reagent goes wrong. or reagent and rerun.
QC of 22s is
Light intensity is Replace light source
out of control
abnormal
C0314 0 Control is
(%s
degenerated. Rerun. Replace control
test)Real-time
Reagent goes wrong. or reagent and rerun.
QC R4s is out
Light intensity is Replace light source
of control
abnormal
6-6 6 Troubleshooting
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
C0315 0 Control is
(%s
degenerated. Rerun. Replace control
test)Real-time
Reagent goes wrong. or reagent and rerun.
QC 41s is out
Light intensity is Replace light source
of control
abnormal
C0316 0 Control is
(%s
degenerated. Rerun. Replace control
test)Real-time
Reagent goes wrong. or reagent and rerun.
QC 10x is out
Light intensity is Replace light source
of control
abnormal
C0317 0 (%s
Calibrator goes
test)Calibratio Replace reagent or
wrong. Reagent goes
n repeatability calibrator. Recalibrate
wrong
is out of range
C0318 0 (%s
Incorrect reagent
test)Multi-poin
dispensing volume. Retest un-monotone
t or nonlinear
Incorrect calibrator points. Recalibrate
calibration is
dispensing volume.
not monotone
C0319 0 (%s)Result Abnormal test result. Rerun participated
cannot be Error occurs like 0 tests. Check and reset
calculated dividend calculation formula
C0320 0 (%d
sample/%s Response error.
test)Concentr Calibration formula Rerun or recalculate
ation cannot error
be calculated
C0321 0 Rerun, or rerun after
Absorbance is Sample goes wrong.
replacing reagent or
out of range Reagent goes wrong
sample
C0322 0 (%s test and Antigen excess. Too
%d much sample.
Dilute and rerun
sample)Prozo Sample concentration
ne check error is too high.
C0323 0 (%s test and
%d
Reagent is stored too Rerun after replacing
sample)R1
long or expired reagent
blank exceeds
limit
C0324 0 (%s test and
%d
sample)No
Rerun, or rerun after
linear interval Unsteady reagent.
replacing reagent or
in Kinetic Sample goes wrong
sample
analysis.
Cannot
calculate
C0328 0 (%s test and Enzyme linearity
%d sample) range extension
Dilute and rerun.
no calculation failed. No calculation
range range.
6 Troubleshooting 6-7
6.2.1.4 Sample Bar Code
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
C0401 0 Released sample is Check sample tube for
Sample
not unloaded. barcode mis-applying.
barcode %s
Barcode label is in Reprint and reapply
already exists
wrong place barcode label
C0402 0 Barcode %s
Sample information Re-download or
has no
does not exist on LIS manually input request
corresponding
or is not downloaded information
request
C0403 0 Rescan. Reprint and
Barcode %s Barcode scan error.
rescan barcode as
check error Bar code print error
configured
C0404 0 Reset barcode format,
%s barcode Barcode is in wrong
or reprint or rescan
error format
barcode
6-8 6 Troubleshooting
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
identified
C0508 0 No test
parameters Import test parameters
Parameters
available for into operating software
corresponding to the
test via Import closed
barcode is not
corresponding parameter button in Data
imported.
to XXX screen.
position XXX
C0509 0 Incorrect Reagent type Load reagent in open
reagent type information analyzed channel. Use the reagent
corresponding from the barcode does for user defined tests or
to XXX not exist in closed contact our service
position XXX reagent parameters department.
barcode list.
C0510 0 Incorrect Reagent bottle type Load reagent in open
reagent bottle information analyzed channel. Use the reagent
type from the barcode does for user defined tests
corresponding not exist in closed
to XXX reagent parameters
position XXX list.
barcode
6 Troubleshooting 6-9
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
C0604 0 If problem occurs
accidentally, send or
receive again. If
Data type Communication
problem occurs
error failure
frequently, consult
developer of LIS or
equipment
C0605 0 If problem occurs
accidentally, send or
receive again. If
Field value is Communication
problem occurs
not found failure
frequently, consult
developer of LIS or
equipment
C0606 0 If problem occurs
accidentally, send or
receive again. If
Wrong Communication
problem occurs
message type failure
frequently, consult
developer of LIS or
equipment
C0607 0 If problem occurs
accidentally, send or
receive again. If
Wrong event Communication
problem occurs
No. failure
frequently, consult
developer of LIS or
equipment
C0608 0 If problem occurs
accidentally, send or
receive again. If
Wrong Communication
problem occurs
process ID failure
frequently, consult
developer of LIS or
equipment
C0609 0 If problem occurs
accidentally, send or
receive again. If
Wrong version Communication
problem occurs
No. failure
frequently, consult
developer of LIS or
equipment
C0610 0 If problem occurs
accidentally, send or
Unknown receive again. If
Communication
keyword problem occurs
failure
identity frequently, consult
developer of LIS or
equipment
6-10 6 Troubleshooting
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
C0611 0 If problem occurs
accidentally, send or
Keyword receive again. If
Communication
identity problem occurs
failure
already exists frequently, consult
developer of LIS or
equipment
C0612 0 If problem occurs
accidentally, send or
receive again. If
Unknown Communication
problem occurs
error failure
frequently, consult
developer of LIS or
equipment
C0613 0 Neglect. If problem
Your query
occurs frequently,
does not exist LIS failure
contact developer of
on LIS
LIS or equipment
C0614 13 Send and receive again
LIS host is
after a moment, or
busy. Cannot LIS failure
reconnect to LIS. Reset
respond
LIS
C0615 0 Check network
connection. If problem
LIS does not start.
LIS response occurs continuously for
Communication
is timed out 3 times, contact
failure
developer of LIS or
equipment
C0616 0 Check if LIS host works
normally. Reset LIS
host. If problem occurs
Application LIS host database
continuously for 3
record locked error
times, contact the LIS
manufacture or
equipment developer
C0632 0 The
corresponding
Incorrect LIS server
test
and operating
information of Recheck and reset the
software setting.
%s sample id corresponding tests on
Insufficient or
downloaded LIS
redundant tests on
from LIS
LIS host.
server is
wrong
6 Troubleshooting 6-11
6.2.1.7 Others
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
C0701 2 All reagents in this
kind of bottles do not
Fill reagent of this test,
%s test has reach minimum limit.
or replace it with new
no enough %s All reagents of this
reagent
kind cannot be
detected
C0702 11 Check if equipment is
Analyzing unit is busy
Test period powered on. Restore
and cannot return
timed out. failure. Communicate
result, serial
Cannot with control software.
communication error,
continue Restart analyzing unit
or power failure
and operation unit
C0703 12 Retest dark current on
Utilities-->Daily Maint.
Dark current Excessive circuit
page. Adjust
is too high noise
photoelectric gain.
Contact your developer
C0704 12 Reset the main unit on
Analyzing unit Parameter
Utilities-->Daily Maint.
reset failed downloading failed
page
C0705 11 Restore failure on
Utilities-->Daily Maint.
Analyzing unit
Sensor failure. page. Restart analyzing
failure cannot
Motor/Belt failure unit and operation unit.
recover
Contact equipment
developer
C0706 0 No floppy disk or U
Storage disk is inserted. Check if U disk or
device error. Insufficient disk floppy disk is inserted or
Cannot export space. Floppy disk or full. Check if storage
data U disk is locked or device is damaged
damaged
C0707 0 No floppy disk or U
disk is inserted. File
Storage Check if U disk or
does not exist. File
device error. floppy disk is inserted or
error. File is
Cannot import full. Check if storage
damaged. Floppy
data device is damaged
disk or U disk is
locked or damaged
C0708 0 Insufficient
Insufficient acid wash Add acid wash solution
acid wash
solution on reagent on specified position of
solution on
disk reagent disk
reagent disk
C0709 0 Insufficient
Insufficient alkaline Add alkaline wash
alkaline wash
wash solution on solution on specified
solution on
reagent disk position of reagent disk
reagent disk
6-12 6 Troubleshooting
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
C0710 2 Insufficient
Add distilled water on
distilled water Insufficient distilled
specified position of
on reagent water on reagent disk
reagent disk
disk
C0711 0 Insufficient
Insufficient acid wash Add acid wash solution
acid wash
solution on sample on specified position of
solution on
disk sample disk
sample disk
C0712 0 Insufficient
Insufficient alkaline Add alkaline wash
alkaline wash
wash solution on solution on specified
solution on
sample disk position of sample disk
sample disk
C0713 3 Insufficient
Add distilled water on
distilled water Insufficient distilled
specified position of
on sample water on sample disk
sample disk
disk
C0714 12 Check if lamp is turned
on, and check the
cuvettes on
Utilities-->Daily Maint.
Page, then replace the
cuvettes marked by
Lamp aged. Lamp is colors. Check the lamp
Light intensity not turned on. Lamp on If failure remains,
is weak is loose. All cuvettes replace the lamp
are dirty Utilities-->Daily Maint.
Page. If light intensity is
not strong enough,
replace the lamp. If
failure still remains,
contact equipment
developer
C0715 0 Check if lamp is turned
on, and check the
cuvettes on
Utilities-->Daily Maint.
Page, then replace the
Cuvette is dirty. The cuvettes marked by
amount of water to colors. Check the lamp
Blank of
measure the six-th on If failure remains,
cuvette %s
phase water blank is replace the lamp
exceeds limit
not enough. Light Utilities-->Daily Maint.
intensity is too weak Page. If light intensity is
not strong enough,
replace the lamp. If
failure still remains,
contact equipment
developer
C0716 11 Received data is too
Received data Contact equipment
much and exceeds
overflow developer
buffer capacity
6 Troubleshooting 6-13
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
C0717 11 Sent data Instruction sending Contact equipment
overflow buffer is full developer
6-14 6 Troubleshooting
Error Level Error Message Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code
A0003 11 Wait for 30-60s and
Downloading retry. If system does
Main unit is
parameters to not respond for long
busy
subunits. Cannot time, restore failure. If
downloading
respond to other this problem occurs
parameters
instruction frequently, contact the
developer
A0004 12 Restore failure on
Utilities-->Daily Maint.
Self-test error Self-test error page. If this message
appears for 3 times,
contact the developer
A0005 11 Switch off analyzing
unit power and switch
on again. Restore
Invalid
Instruction execute failure on
instruction in
error Utilities-->Daily Maint.
current status
page. If this message
appears for 3 times,
contact the developer
A0006 11 Switch off analyzing
unit power and switch
System is busy. Executing other on again. Restore
Cannot instruction. Cannot failure on
respond to respond to current Utilities-->Daily Maint.
other operation one page. If this message
appears for 3 times,
contact the developer
A0007 11 Switch off analyzing
unit power and switch
on again. Restore
Instruction Instruction execute failure on
execute error error Utilities-->Daily Maint.
page. If this message
appears for 3 times,
contact the developer
A0008 11 Switch off analyzing
unit power and switch
on again. Restore
E2PROM read/write failure on
Memory error
error Utilities-->Daily Maint.
page. If this message
appears for 3 times,
contact the developer
A0009 0 Received data in Rerun. If problem
Photoelectric
single period is less occurs frequently,
data is lost
than 90 contact the developer
6 Troubleshooting 6-15
Error Level Error Message Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code
A0010 11 If optic measurement
assembly goes wrong,
replace AD assembly.
If AD collection board
Photoelectric AD value is too low works normally,
output is (below 1000) or too remove optic
abnormal high (over 65500) measurement
assembly, and check if
preamplification board
and optical path are
normal
A0011 11 Photoelectric data
Photoelectric Restart analyzing unit
buffer is full. Cannot
data overflow and operation unit
process new data
A0012 11 Photoelectric circuit
Photoelectric
does not return result Restart analyzing unit
collection is
via FIFO in specified and operation unit
timed out
time
A0013 11
A0014 11
6-16 6 Troubleshooting
Error Level Error Message Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code
A0017 0 Switch off analyzing
unit power and switch
on again. Restore
Communication Instruction failure on
frame error communication error Utilities-->Daily Maint.
page. If this message
appears for 3 times,
contact the developer
A0018 0 Switch off analyzing
unit power and switch
on again. Restore
Instruction failure on
Serial port error
communication error Utilities-->Daily Maint.
page. If this message
appears for 3 times,
contact the developer
6 Troubleshooting 6-17
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
A0104 6 Wrong Switch off analyzing
sensor unit power and switch
status when on again. Restore
sample Vertical position failure on
probe sensor failure Utilities-->Daily Maint.
moves page. If this message
vertically(oth appears for 3 times,
er position) contact the developer
A0105 11 Wrong
Switch off analyzing
sensor
unit power and switch
status when
on again. Restore
sample
Vertical position failure on
probe
sensor failure Utilities-->Daily Maint.
moves
page. If this message
vertically(in
appears for 3 times,
reaction
contact the developer
disk)
A0106 6 Sample
probe
cannot find
Vertical position
home Restore failure. If failed
sensor failure.
position for 3 times, contact the
Obstruction exists in
when developer
vertical direction
moving
vertically(oth
er position)
A0107 6 Sample
probe
cannot find
home Vertical position
Restore failure. If failed
position sensor failure.
for 3 times, contact the
when Obstruction exists in
developer
moving vertical direction
vertically(in
reaction
disk)
A0108 18 Sample
probe
If auto reset fails,
bumps when Wrong position.
restore failure. Remove
moving Obstruction exists
obstruction and reset
vertically(oth
er position)
A0109 18 Sample
probe
If auto reset fails,
bumps when Wrong position.
restore failure. Remove
moving Obstruction exists
obstruction and reset
vertically(IS
E unit)
6-18 6 Troubleshooting
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
A0110 18 Sample
probe
bumps when If auto reset fails,
Wrong position.
moving restore failure. Remove
Obstruction exists
vertically(in obstruction and reset
reaction
disk)
A0111 6 Lowering
down at Sample probe is not
If auto reset fails,
current in vertical home
restore failure. If failed
position is position. Current
for 3 times, contact the
not position is not proper
developer
allowed(oth for lowering down
er position)
A0112 11 Lowering
down at
Sample probe is not
current If auto reset fails,
in vertical home
position is restore failure. If failed
position. Current
not for 3 times, contact the
position is not proper
allowed(in developer
for lowering down
reaction
disk)
A0113 6 Wrong
Switch off analyzing
sensor
unit power and switch
status when
on again. Restore
sample
Rotational position failure on
probe
sensor failure Utilities-->Daily Maint.
moves
page. If this message
horizontally(
appears for 3 times,
other
contact the developer
position)
A0114 14 Wrong Switch off analyzing
sensor unit power and switch
status when on again. Restore
sample Rotational position failure on
probe sensor failure Utilities-->Daily Maint.
moves page. If this message
horizontally( appears for 3 times,
ISE unit) contact the developer
A0115 11 Wrong
Switch off analyzing
sensor
unit power and switch
status when
on again. Restore
sample
Rotational position failure on
probe
sensor failure Utilities-->Daily Maint.
moves
page. If this message
horizontally(i
appears for 3 times,
n reaction
contact the developer
disk)
6 Troubleshooting 6-19
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
A0116 6 Sample
probe
cannot find
home Rotational position
Restore failure. If failed
position sensor failure.
for 3 times, contact the
when Obstruction exists in
developer
moving horizontal direction
horizontally(
other
position)
A0117 11 Sample
probe
cannot find
home Rotational position
Restore failure. If failed
position sensor failure.
for 3 times, contact the
when Obstruction exists in
developer
moving horizontal direction
horizontally(i
n reaction
disk)
A0118 18 Sample
probe
collides Sample probe is
If auto reset fails,
when obstructed or falls
restore failure. Check
moving when moving
motor and belt
horizontally( horizontally.
other
position)
A0119 11 Sample
probe
collides Sample probe is
If auto reset fails,
when obstructed or falls
restore failure. Check
moving when moving
motor and belt
horizontally(i horizontally.
n reaction
disk)
A0120 6 Sample probe is not
Rotating at
in horizontal home If auto reset fails,
current
position. Current restore failure. If failed
height is not
height is not proper for 3 times, contact the
allowed(oth
for rotation(highest developer
er position)
position)
A0121 11 Rotating at Sample probe is not
current in horizontal home If auto reset fails,
height is not position. Current restore failure. If failed
allowed(in height is not proper for 3 times, contact the
reaction for rotation(highest developer
disk) position)
A0122 6 If auto reset fails,
Syringe
restore failure. If failed
sensor is in Syringe sensor error
for 3 times, contact the
wrong status
developer
6-20 6 Troubleshooting
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
A0123 6 Check if sample syringe
reaches maximum limit
Sample syringe
Syringe and cannot restore.
reaches maximum
cannot find Restore failure, or reset
stroke. Cannot
home after pushing syringe to
restore or dispense
position home position. If failed
sample
for 3 times, contact the
developer
A0124 3 Clog Wash sample probe.
Sample probe is
detection Remove probe and
clogged
error clear up foreign matters
A0125 11 Sample
probe does
not detect
No deionized water Add deionized water
wash
solution
level
A0126 1 Sample
probe does
not detect No R1 dispensed. Check if reagent is
liquid level Insufficient R1 sufficient. Rerun
on reaction
disk
A0127 3 Sample
probe does
No sample tube.
not detect Check if sample is
Sample is already
liquid level sufficient. Rerun
depleted
on sample
disk
A0128 1 Insufficient
sample Insufficient sample Check sample volume
dispensing aspiration volume and rerun
volume
A0129 1 Sample
Sample syringe Restore failure. If failed
syringe
aspirates full for 3 times, contact the
aspirates
abnormally developer
too much
A0130 1 Sample
Sample syringe Restore failure. If failed
syringe
dispenses empty for 3 times, contact the
dispenses
abnormally developer
too much
A0131 1 Sample
Add samples or replace
probe does Insufficient sample.
with standard sample
not aspirate Wrong tube type
tube
sample
A0132 0 Re-centrifugate sample,
Clots in
Clots in sample or remove clots
sample
manually
6 Troubleshooting 6-21
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
A0133 11 Switch off analyzing
unit power and switch
Execution on again. Restore
result is not Instruction execution failure on
received in is timed out Utilities-->Daily Maint.
given time page. If this message
appears for 3 times,
contact the developer
A0134 11 Switch off analyzing
unit power and switch
No on again. Restore
response, or Instruction execute failure on
response error Utilities-->Daily Maint.
error page. If this message
appears for 3 times,
contact the developer
A0135 1 Clean sample probe
Sample
with enhanced wash
probe is
Sample probe is solution; disassembly
clogged
clogged by samples the sample probe and
when
remove the foreign
aspirating
matters
A0136 6 Clean sample probe
Sample
with enhanced wash
probe is Foreign matters
solution; disassembly
clogged accumulate in sample
the sample probe and
during probe
remove the foreign
cleaning
matters
6-22 6 Troubleshooting
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
A0203 6 Switch off analyzing
unit power and switch
on again. Download
Unit is busy and does parameters and restore
No execute
not reset failure on
condition
mechanically Utilities-->Daily Maint.
page. If this message
appears for 3 times,
contact the developer
A0204 6 Restore failure on
Home Utilities-->Daily Maint.
Cannot find home
position is not page. If this message
position
found appears for 3 times,
contact the developer
A0205 6 Restore failure on
Utilities-->Daily Maint.
Step missing Belt failure page. If this message
appears for 3 times,
contact the developer
A0206 6 Restore failure on
Utilities-->Daily Maint.
Wrong sensor
Sensor failure page. If this message
status
appears for 3 times,
contact the developer
A0207 15 Sample barcode
Bar code
reader is not installed. Reboot the analyzer. If
reader does
Barcode reader is not problem remains,
not work
connected to PCB contact the developer
normally
properly
A0208 0 Check if barcode label
Barcode digit error. is dirty, skewed, or
Bar code
Data format error. No placed correctly.
error
end mark Rescan or scan after
reprinting
A0209 15 Rescan after restoring
Bar code
Scanning too many or failure. If this message
sending
too fast appears for 3 times,
buffer is full
contact the developer
A0210 11 Switch off analyzing
unit power and switch
Execution on again. Restore
result is not Instruction execution failure on
received in is timed out Utilities-->Daily Maint.
given time page. If this message
appears for 3 times,
contact the developer
6 Troubleshooting 6-23
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
A0211 11 Switch off analyzing
unit power and switch
on again. Restore
No response,
Instruction execute failure on
or response
error Utilities-->Daily Maint.
error
page. If this message
appears for 3 times,
contact the developer
6-24 6 Troubleshooting
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
A0305 11 Switch off analyzing
Wrong sensor unit power and switch
status when on again. Restore
R1 probe Vertical position failure on
moves sensor failure Utilities-->Daily Maint.
vertically(in page. If this message
reaction disk) appears for 3 times,
contact the developer
A0306 4 R1 probe
cannot find Vertical position
Restore failure. If failed
home position sensor failure.
for 3 times, contact the
when moving Obstruction exists in
developer
vertically(othe vertical direction
r position)
A0307 11 R1 probe
cannot find Vertical position
Restore failure. If failed
home position sensor failure.
for 3 times, contact the
when moving Obstruction exists in
developer
vertically(in vertical direction
reaction disk)
A0308 18 R1 probe
bumps when If auto reset fails,
Wrong position.
moving restore failure. Remove
Obstruction exists
vertically(othe obstruction and reset
r position)
A0309 18 R1 probe
bumps when If auto reset fails,
Wrong position.
moving restore failure. Remove
Obstruction exists
vertically(in obstruction and reset
reaction disk)
A0310 4 Lowering
R1 probe is not in
down at If auto reset fails,
vertical home
current restore failure. If failed
position. Current
position is not for 3 times, contact the
position is not proper
allowed(other developer
for lowering down
position)
A0311 11 Lowering
R1 probe is not in
down at If auto reset fails,
vertical home
current restore failure. If failed
position. Current
position is not for 3 times, contact the
position is not proper
allowed(in developer
for lowering down
reaction disk)
A0312 4 Switch off analyzing
Wrong sensor unit power and switch
status when on again. Restore
R1 probe Rotational position failure on
moves sensor failure Utilities-->Daily Maint.
horizontally(ot page. If this message
her position) appears for 3 times,
contact the developer
6 Troubleshooting 6-25
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
A0313 11 Switch off analyzing
Wrong sensor unit power and switch
status when on again. Restore
R1 probe Rotational position failure on
moves sensor failure Utilities-->Daily Maint. If
horizontally(in this message appears
reaction disk) for 3 times, contact the
developer
A0314 4 R1 probe
cannot find Rotational position
Restore failure. If failed
home position sensor failure.
for 3 times, contact the
when moving Obstruction exists in
developer
horizontally(ot horizontal direction
her position)
A0315 11 R1 probe
cannot find Rotational position
Restore failure. If failed
home position sensor failure.
for 3 times, contact the
when moving Obstruction exists in
developer
horizontally(in horizontal direction
reaction disk)
A0316 18 R1 probe
R1 probe is
collides when If auto reset fails,
obstructed or falls
moving restore failure. Check
when moving
horizontally(ot motor and belt
horizontally
her position)
A0317 11 R1 probe
R1 probe is
collides when If auto reset fails,
obstructed or falls
moving restore failure. Check
when moving
horizontally(in motor and belt
horizontally
reaction disk)
A0318 4 R1 probe is not in
horizontal home If auto reset fails,
Rotating is not
position. Current restore failure. If failed
allowed(other
height is not proper for 3 times, contact the
position)
for rotation(highest developer
position)
A0319 11 R1 probe is not in
horizontal home If auto reset fails,
Rotating is not
position. Current restore failure. If failed
allowed(in
height is not proper for 3 times, contact the
reaction disk)
for rotation(highest developer
position)
A0320 4 If auto reset fails,
Syringe
restore failure. If failed
sensor is in Syringe sensor error
for 3 times, contact the
wrong status
developer
6-26 6 Troubleshooting
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
A0321 4 Check if R1 syringe
reaches maximum limit
and cannot restore.
R1 syringe reaches
Syringe Restore failure, or reset
maximum stroke.
cannot find after pushing syringe to
Cannot restore or
home position home position. If this
dispense reagent
problem occurs for 3
times, contact the
developer
A0322 11 R1 probe
does not
No deionized water Add deionized water
detect wash
solution level
A0323 1 R1 probe No R1 or sample or
does not insufficient R1 in
Check if reagent is
detect liquid reaction cuvette when
sufficient. Rerun
level on system dispenses R1
reaction disk or R3
A0324 2 R1 probe
does not No reagent on first
Check if reagent is
detect liquid reagent position.
sufficient. Rerun
level on Reagent is depleted
reagent disk
A0325 1 Insufficient R1
Insufficient R1 Check reagent volume
dispensing
aspiration volume and rerun
volume
A0326 1 R1 syringe Restore failure. If failed
R1 syringe aspirates
aspirates too for 3 times, contact the
full abnormally
much developer
A0327 1 R1 syringe Restore failure. If failed
R1 syringe dispenses
dispenses too for 3 times, contact the
empty abnormally
much developer
A0328 11 Switch off analyzing
unit power and switch
Execution on again. Restore
result is not Instruction execution failure on
received in is timed out Utilities-->Daily Maint.
given time page. If this message
appears for 3 times,
contact the developer
A0329 11 Switch off analyzing
unit power and switch
on again. Restore
No response,
Instruction execute failure on
or response
error Utilities-->Daily Maint.
error
page. If this message
appears for 3 times,
contact the developer
6 Troubleshooting 6-27
6.2.2.5 R2 Probe Unit
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
A0401 5 Reset analyzing unit
power and restart
Instruction format operating software.
Instruction error. Invalid Then retry this
format error information is instruction. If this
included message appears for 3
times, contact the
developer
A0402 11 Reset analyzing unit
power and restart
operating software.
Instruction Instruction parameter
Then retry this
parameter does not comply with
instruction. If this
error protocol
message appears for 3
times, contact the
developer
A0403 5 Switch off analyzing
unit power and switch
on again. Download
Unit is busy and does parameters and restore
No execute
not reset failure on
condition
mechanically Utilities-->Daily Maint.
page. If this message
appears for 3 times,
contact the developer
A0404 5 Switch off analyzing
Wrong
unit power and switch
sensor
on again. Restore
status when
Vertical position failure on
R2 probe
sensor failure Utilities-->Daily Maint.
moves
page. If this message
vertically(ot
appears for 3 times,
her position)
contact the developer
A0405 11 Wrong Switch off analyzing
sensor unit power and switch
status when on again. Restore
R2 probe Vertical position failure on
moves sensor failure Utilities-->Daily Maint.
vertically(in page. If this message
reaction appears for 3 times,
disk) contact the developer
A0406 5 R2 probe
cannot find
home Vertical position
Restore failure. If failed
position sensor failure.
for 3 times, contact the
when Obstruction exists in
developer
moving vertical direction
vertically(ot
her position)
6-28 6 Troubleshooting
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
A0407 11 R2 probe
cannot find
home
Vertical position
position Restore failure. If failed
sensor failure.
when for 3 times, contact the
Obstruction exists in
moving developer
vertical direction
vertically(in
reaction
disk)
A0408 18 R2 probe
bumps
If auto reset fails,
when Wrong position.
restore failure. Remove
moving Obstruction exists
obstruction and reset
vertically(ot
her position)
A0409 18 R2 probe
bumps
when If auto reset fails,
Wrong position.
moving restore failure. Remove
Obstruction exists
vertically(in obstruction and reset
reaction
disk)
A0410 5 Lowering
down at R2 probe is not in
If auto reset fails,
current vertical home
restore failure. If failed
position is position. Current
for 3 times, contact the
not position is not proper
developer
allowed(oth for lowering down
er position)
A0411 11 Lowering
down at
R2 probe is not in
current If auto reset fails,
vertical home
position is restore failure. If failed
position. Current
not for 3 times, contact the
position is not proper
allowed(in developer
for lowering down
reaction
disk)
A0412 5 Wrong Switch off analyzing
sensor unit power and switch
status when on again. Restore
R2 probe Rotational position failure on
moves sensor failure Utilities-->Daily Maint.
horizontally( page. If this message
other appears for 3 times,
position) contact the developer
A0413 11 Wrong Switch off analyzing
sensor unit power and switch
status when on again. Restore
R2 probe Rotational position failure on
moves sensor failure Utilities-->Daily Maint.
horizontally( page. If this message
in reaction appears for 3 times,
disk) contact the developer
6 Troubleshooting 6-29
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
A0414 5 R2 probe
cannot find
home
Rotational position
position Restore failure. If failed
sensor failure.
when for 3 times, contact the
Obstruction exists in
moving developer
horizontal direction
horizontally(
other
position)
A0415 11 R2 probe
cannot find
home
Rotational position
position Restore failure. If failed
sensor failure.
when for 3 times, contact the
Obstruction exists in
moving developer
horizontal direction
horizontally(
in reaction
disk)
A0416 18 R2 probe
collides
R2 probe is
when If auto reset fails,
obstructed or falls
moving restore failure. Check
when moving
horizontally( motor and belt
horizontally
other
position)
A0417 11 R2 probe
collides
R2 probe is
when If auto reset fails,
obstructed or falls
moving restore failure. Check
when moving
horizontally( motor and belt
horizontally
in reaction
disk)
A0418 5 R2 probe is not in
Rotating is horizontal home If auto reset fails,
not position. Current restore failure. If failed
allowed(oth height is not proper for 3 times, contact the
er position) for rotation(highest developer
position)
A0419 11 R2 probe is not in
Rotating is
horizontal home If auto reset fails,
not
position. Current restore failure. If failed
allowed(in
height is not proper for 3 times, contact the
reaction
for rotation(highest developer
disk)
position)
A0420 5 Syringe If auto reset fails,
sensor is in restore failure. If failed
Syringe sensor error
wrong for 3 times, contact the
status developer
6-30 6 Troubleshooting
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
A0421 5 Check if R2 syringe
reaches maximum limit
and cannot restore.
Syringe R2 syringe reaches
Restore failure, or reset
cannot find maximum stroke.
after pushing syringe to
home Cannot restore or
home position. If this
position dispense reagent
problem occurs for 3
times, contact the
developer
A0422 11 R2 probe
does not
detect wash No deionized water Add deionized water
solution
level
A0423 1 R2 probe
does not
No R1 or sample or
detect liquid Check if reagent is
insufficient R1 in
level on sufficient. Rerun
cuvette
reaction
disk
A0424 2 R2 probe
No reagent on
does not
second reagent Check if reagent is
detect liquid
position. Reagent is sufficient. Rerun
level on
depleted
reagent disk
A0425 1 Insufficient
R2 Insufficient R2 Check reagent volume
dispensing aspiration volume and rerun
volume
A0426 1 R2 syringe Restore failure. If failed
R2 syringe aspirates
aspirates for 3 times, contact the
full abnormally
too much developer
A0427 1 R2 syringe Restore failure. If failed
R2 syringe dispenses
dispenses for 3 times, contact the
empty abnormally
too much developer
A0428 11 Switch off analyzing
unit power and switch
Execution on again. Restore
result is not Instruction execution failure on
received in is timed out Utilities-->Daily Maint.
given time page. If this message
appears for 3 times,
contact the developer
A0429 11 Switch off analyzing
unit power and switch
No on again. Restore
response, Instruction execute failure on
or response error Utilities-->Daily Maint.
error page. If this message
appears for 3 times,
contact the developer
6 Troubleshooting 6-31
6.2.2.6 Reagent Disk Unit
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
A0501 7 Reset analyzing unit
power and restart
Instruction format operating software.
Instruction error. Invalid Then retry this
format error information is instruction. If this
included message appears for 3
times, contact the
developer
A0502 11 Reset analyzing unit
power and restart
operating software.
Instruction Instruction parameter
Then retry this
parameter does not comply with
instruction. If this
error protocol
message appears for 3
times, contact the
developer
A0503 7 Switch off analyzing
unit power and switch
on again. Download
Unit is busy and does parameters and restore
No execute
not reset failure on
condition
mechanically Utilities-->Daily Maint.
page. If this message
appears for 3 times,
contact the developer
A0504 7 Restore failure. If this
Home
Cannot find home message appears for 3
position is
position times, contact the
not found
developer
A0505 7 Restore failure. If this
Step message appears for 3
Belt failure
missing times, contact the
developer
A0506 7 Restore failure. If this
Wrong
message appears for 3
sensor Sensor failure
times, contact the
status
developer
A0507 16 Reagent barcode
Bar code
reader is not installed. Reboot the analyzer. If
reader does
Barcode reader is not problem remains,
not work
connected to PCB contact the developer
normally
properly
A0508 0 Check if barcode label
Barcode digit error. is dirty, skewed, or
Bar code
Data format error. No placed correctly.
error
end mark Rescan or scan after
reprinting
6-32 6 Troubleshooting
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
A0509 16 Rescan after resetting
Bar code mechanically. If this
Scanning too many or
sending message appears for 3
too fast
buffer is full times, contact the
developer
A05010 11 Switch off analyzing
unit power and switch
Execution on again. Restore
result is not Instruction execution failure on
received in is timed out Utilities-->Daily Maint.
given time page. If this message
appears for 3 times,
contact the developer
A05011 11 Switch off analyzing
unit power and switch
No on again. Restore
response, Instruction execute failure on
or response error Utilities-->Daily Maint.
error page. If this message
appears for 3 times,
contact the developer
6 Troubleshooting 6-33
A0604 11 Reaction Reaction disk home Restore failure. If this
disk cannot position sensor message appears for 3
find home failure. Coder goes times, contact the
position wrong developer
A0605 11 Reaction
Restore failure. If this
disk missed
Motor failure. Belt message appears for 3
step when
failure times, contact the
moving
developer
horizontally
A0606 11 Reaction Restore failure. If this
disk sensor message appears for 3
Sensor failure
is in wrong times, contact the
status developer
A0608 12 No cuvette on a Load the cuvette or
Light signal specified position or contact the developer
too strong photoelectric gain and adjust
adjusting error photoelectric gain
A0609 12 Switch off analyzing
unit power and switch
Photoelectric Photoelectric buffer
on again. If this
buffer is overflow, or FIFO
message appears for 3
abnormal overflow
times, contact the
developer
A0610 1 After testing, switch off
analyzing unit power
Photoelectric
Photoelectric and switch on again. If
collection and
data error this message appears
conversion failed
for 3 times, contact the
developer
A0611 11 Switch off analyzing
unit power and switch
Execution on again. Restore
result is not Instruction execution failure on
received in is timed out Utilities-->Daily Maint.
given time page. If this message
appears for 3 times,
contact the developer
A0612 11 Switch off analyzing
unit power and switch
No on again. Restore
response, or Instruction execute failure on
response error Utilities-->Daily Maint.
error page. If this message
appears for 3 times,
contact the developer
6-34 6 Troubleshooting
6.2.2.8 Reagent Mixer Unit
Error Level Error Message Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code
A0701 9 Reset analyzing unit
power and restart
Instruction format operating software.
Instruction error. Invalid Then retry this
format error information is instruction. If this
included message appears
for 3 times, contact
the developer
A0702 9 Reset analyzing unit
power and restart
Instruction operating software.
Instruction parameter does Then retry this
parameter error not comply with instruction. If this
protocol message appears
for 3 times, contact
the developer
A0703 9 Switch off analyzing
unit power and
switch on again.
Download
Unit is busy and parameters and
No execute
does not reset restore failure on
condition
mechanically Utilities-->Daily
Maint. page. If this
message appears
for 3 times, contact
the developer
A0704 9 Switch off analyzing
unit power and
Wrong sensor
switch on again.
status when
Restore failure on
reagent mixer Vertical position
Utilities-->Daily
moves sensor failure
Maint. page. If this
vertically(other
message appears
position)
for 3 times, contact
the developer
A0705 11 Switch off analyzing
unit power and
Wrong sensor
switch on again.
status when
Restore failure on
reagent mixer Vertical position
Utilities-->Daily
moves sensor failure
Maint. page. If this
vertically(in
message appears
reaction disk)
for 3 times, contact
the developer
A0706 9 Reagent mixer
cannot find home Vertical position Restore failure. If
position when sensor failure. failed for 3 times,
moving Obstruction exists contact the
vertically(other in vertical direction developer
position)
6 Troubleshooting 6-35
Error Level Error Message Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code
A0707 11 Reagent mixer
cannot find home Vertical position Restore failure. If
position when sensor failure. failed for 3 times,
moving Obstruction exists contact the
vertically(in in vertical direction developer
reaction disk)
A0708 9 Reagent mixer is
Lowering down If auto reset fails,
not in vertical
at current restore failure. If
home position.
position is not failed for 3 times,
Current position is
allowed(other contact the
not proper for
position) developer
lowering down
A0709 11 Reagent mixer is
Lowering down If auto reset fails,
not in vertical
at current restore failure. If
home position.
position is not failed for 3 times,
Current position is
allowed(in contact the
not proper for
reaction disk) developer
lowering down
A0710 9 Switch off analyzing
unit power and
Wrong sensor
switch on again.
status when
Restore failure on
reagent mixer Rotational position
Utilities-->Daily
moves sensor failure
Maint. page. If this
horizontally(other
message appears
position)
for 3 times, contact
the developer
A0711 11 Switch off analyzing
unit power and
Wrong sensor
switch on again.
status when
Restore failure on
reagent mixer Rotational position
Utilities-->Daily
moves sensor failure
Maint. page. If this
horizontally(in
message appears
reaction disk)
for 3 times, contact
the developer
A0712 9 Reagent mixer
Rotational position
cannot find home Restore failure. If
sensor failure.
position when failed for 3 times,
Obstruction exists
moving contact the
in horizontal
horizontally(other developer
direction
position)
A0713 11 Reagent mixer
Rotational position
cannot find home Restore failure. If
sensor failure.
position when failed for 3 times,
Obstruction exists
moving contact the
in horizontal
horizontally(in developer
direction
reaction disk)
6-36 6 Troubleshooting
Error Level Error Message Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code
A0714 9 Reagent mixer is
not in horizontal If auto reset fails,
Rotating at
home position. restore failure. If
current height is
Current height is failed for 3 times,
not allowed(other
not proper for contact the
position)
rotation(highest developer
position)
A0715 11 Reagent mixer is
not in horizontal If auto reset fails,
Rotating at
home position. restore failure. If
current height is
Current height is failed for 3 times,
not allowed(in
not proper for contact the
reaction disk)
rotation(highest developer
position)
A0716 11 Switch off analyzing
unit power and
switch on again.
Execution result Instruction Restore failure on
is not received in execution is timed Utilities-->Daily
given time out Maint. page. If this
message appears
for 3 times, contact
the developer
A0717 11 Switch off analyzing
unit power and
switch on again.
Restore failure on
No response, or Instruction execute
Utilities-->Daily
response error error
Maint. page. If this
message appears
for 3 times, contact
the developer
6 Troubleshooting 6-37
Error Level Error Message Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code
A0802 8 Reset analyzing
unit power and
restart operating
Instruction
software. Then retry
Instruction parameter does not
this instruction. If
parameter error comply with
this message
protocol
appears for 3 times,
contact the
developer
A0803 8 Switch off analyzing
unit power and
switch on again.
Download
Unit is busy and parameters and
No execute
does not reset restore failure on
condition
mechanically Utilities-->Daily
Maint. page. If this
message appears
for 3 times, contact
the developer
A0804 8 Switch off analyzing
unit power and
Wrong sensor
switch on again.
status when
Restore failure on
sample mixer Vertical position
Utilities-->Daily
moves sensor failure
Maint. page. If this
vertically(other
message appears
position)
for 3 times, contact
the developer
A0805 11 Switch off analyzing
unit power and
Wrong sensor
switch on again.
status when
Restore failure on
sample mixer Vertical position
Utilities-->Daily
moves sensor failure
Maint. page. If this
vertically(in
message appears
reaction disk)
for 3 times, contact
the developer
A0806 8 Sample mixer
cannot find home Vertical position Restore failure. If
position when sensor failure. failed for 3 times,
moving Obstruction exists contact the
vertically(other in vertical direction developer
position)
A0807 11 Sample mixer
cannot find home Vertical position Restore failure. If
position when sensor failure. failed for 3 times,
moving Obstruction exists contact the
vertically(in in vertical direction developer
reaction disk)
6-38 6 Troubleshooting
Error Level Error Message Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code
A0808 8 Sample mixer is
Lowering down If auto reset fails,
not in vertical home
at current restore failure. If
position. Current
position is not failed for 3 times,
position is not
allowed(other contact the
proper for lowering
position) developer
down
A0809 11 Sample mixer is
Lowering down If auto reset fails,
not in vertical home
at current restore failure. If
position. Current
position is not failed for 3 times,
position is not
allowed(in contact the
proper for lowering
reaction disk) developer
down
A0810 8 Switch off analyzing
unit power and
Wrong sensor
switch on again.
status when
Restore failure on
sample mixer Rotational position
Utilities-->Daily
moves sensor failure
Maint. page. If this
horizontally(other
message appears
position)
for 3 times, contact
the developer
A0811 11 Switch off analyzing
unit power and
Wrong sensor
switch on again.
status when
Restore failure on
sample mixer Rotational position
Utilities-->Daily
moves sensor failure
Maint. page. If this
horizontally(in
message appears
reaction disk)
for 3 times, contact
the developer
A0812 8 Sample mixer
Rotational position
cannot find home Restore failure. If
sensor failure.
position when failed for 3 times,
Obstruction exists
moving contact the
in horizontal
horizontally(other developer
direction
position)
A0813 11 Sample mixer
Rotational position
cannot find home Restore failure. If
sensor failure.
position when failed for 3 times,
Obstruction exists
moving contact the
in horizontal
horizontally(in developer
direction
reaction disk)
A0814 8 Sample mixer is
not in horizontal If auto reset fails,
Rotating at
home position. restore failure. If
current height is
Current height is failed for 3 times,
not allowed(other
not proper for contact the
position)
rotation(highest developer
position)
6 Troubleshooting 6-39
Error Level Error Message Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code
A0815 11 Sample mixer is
not in horizontal If auto reset fails,
Rotating at
home position. restore failure. If
current height is
Current height is failed for 3 times,
not allowed(in
not proper for contact the
reaction disk)
rotation(highest developer
position)
A0816 11 Switch off analyzing
unit power and
switch on again.
Execution result Instruction Restore failure on
is not received in execution is timed Utilities-->Daily
given time out Maint. page. If this
message appears
for 3 times, contact
the developer
A0817 11 Switch off analyzing
unit power and
switch on again.
Restore failure on
No response, or Instruction execute
Utilities-->Daily
response error error
Maint. page. If this
message appears
for 3 times, contact
the developer
6-40 6 Troubleshooting
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
A0903 0 Reset analyzing unit
power and restart
Unit is busy. operating software.
No execute Instruction conflicts. Then retry this
condition Instruction buffer is instruction. If this
full message appears for 3
times, contact the
developer
A0904 0 Reset hardware on
Utilities-->Daily Maint.
Reaction page and restart
Reaction disk
disk reaction disk
temperature
temperature temperature control. If
collection error
is too high this message appears
for 3 times, contact the
developer
A0905 0 Reset hardware on
Utilities-->Daily Maint.
page and restart
Wash Preheat
reaction disk
solution is temperature
temperature control. If
too hot collection error
this message appears
for 3 times, contact the
developer
A0906 0 Reset hardware on
Utilities-->Daily Maint.
Reaction page and restart
Reaction disk
disk reaction disk
temperature
temperature temperature control. If
collection error
is fluctuated this message appears
for 3 times, contact the
developer
A0907 0 Reset hardware on
Utilities-->Daily Maint.
Wash page and restart
Preheat
solution reaction disk
temperature
temperature temperature control. If
collection error
is fluctuated this message appears
for 3 times, contact the
developer
A0908 0 Reset hardware on
Utilities-->Daily Maint.
Reaction
page and restart
disk Reaction disk
reaction disk
temperature temperature
temperature control. If
control is collection error
this message appears
switched off
for 3 times, contact the
developer
6 Troubleshooting 6-41
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
A0909 0 Reset hardware on
Utilities-->Daily Maint.
Preheat page and restart
Preheat
temperature reaction disk
temperature
control is temperature control. If
collection error
switched off this message appears
for 3 times, contact the
developer
A0910 0 Reset hardware on
Reaction
Utilities-->Daily Maint.
disk
Reaction disk page and restart
temperature
temperature reaction disk
is not
collection error. temperature control. If
steady in
Heater control error this message appears
specified
for 3 times, contact the
time
developer
A0911 0 Reset hardware on
Wash
Utilities-->Daily Maint.
solution
Preheat page and restart
temperature
temperature reaction disk
is not
collection error. temperature control. If
steady in
Heater control error this message appears
specified
for 3 times, contact the
time
developer
A0912 0 Refrigerator
Fan circuit failed. Contact equipment
fans are
Fan is damaged developer
abnormal
A0913 11 Switch off analyzing unit
power and switch on
Execution
Instruction again. Restore failure on
result is not
execution is timed Utilities-->Daily Maint.
received in
out page. If this message
given time
appears for 3 times,
contact the developer
A0914 11 Switch off analyzing unit
power and switch on
No
again. Restore failure on
response, Instruction execute
Utilities-->Daily Maint.
or response error
page. If this message
error
appears for 3 times,
contact the developer
A0915 0 Reaction
disk Reaction disk
temperature temperature sensor Contact equipment
sensor is is disconnected or developer
not damaged
connected
A0916 0 Preheat
Preheat
temperature
temperature sensor Contact equipment
sensor is
is disconnected or developer
not
damaged
connected
6-42 6 Troubleshooting
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
A0917 0 Pressure
Fan control circuit
machine Contact equipment
error, or fan is
fans developer
damaged
abnormal
6 Troubleshooting 6-43
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
6-44 6 Troubleshooting
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
6 Troubleshooting 6-45
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
A1020 12 Wash
Interior wash valve
solution
abnormal. Water tank
flow for
level too low. 10psig Troubleshoot failed part
probe
pressure abnormal.
interior is
Other valve abnormal
abnormal
A1021 12 Wash
solution
flow for Exterior wash valve
Troubleshoot failed part
probe/bar abnormal
exterior is
abnormal
A1022 12 Wash
probe/tubing/check
Cuvette valve clogged.
Troubleshoot failed part
overflow Vacuum pressure
abnormal. Wash unit
abnormal
A1023 12 Wash probe clogged.
No wash Connector leakage.
solution is 10psig pressure
dispensed abnormal. Water tank Troubleshoot failed part
into level too low. Preheat
cuvettes module abnormal.
Loose connector
A1024 12 Tubing pressure not
released completely.
Air pump
High pressure Troubleshoot failed part
cannot start
protection of pressure
switch started
A1025 12 Dilution
Pressure of diluted
cannot
wash solution tank is
proceed Troubleshoot failed part
not released
successfull
completely
y
A1026 12 Water
accumulate Waste buffer level too
Troubleshoot failed part.
s in reagent high. Waste tubing
Arrange waste tubing
disk and clogged
wash well
A1027 0 Check the inlet tubing
Water tank
Water flow is weak, or connection. If error
cannot be
floater goes wrong remain, contact the
filled
developer
A1028 11 Pressure
Sensor is damaged
sensor Contact the developer
or disconnected
check error
A1029 11 Pressure
sensor Sensor goes wrong
Contact the developer
calibration during maintenance
error
6-46 6 Troubleshooting
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
6 Troubleshooting 6-47
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
A1038 12 Pressure of
Adjust the protection
25psign
Protection valve is valve to increase
gauge is
not adjusted correctly pressure to
within
25psig(0.172MPa)
27-35psig
A1039 12 Shut down the analyzer,
Pressure of
clean the tubing, check
25psign Protection valve and
the protection valve,
gauge is one-way valve are
pressure switch, power
greater blocked. Tubing is
supply and power cord.
than 35psig clogged or broken
Then start up the
at any time
analyzer
A1040 12 Vacuum
Turn off air pump and
pressure is
Air pump is blocked turn on again. If the
greater
and cannot work error remains, shut
than
down the analyzer
-0.5psig
A1041 12 Vacuum
pressure is
greater Tubing are leaking or Shut down the analyzer
than not connected and check the fluidic
-10psig in properly tubing connection
standby
status
A1042 12 Pressure of
Turn off air pump and
10psig
Air pump is blocked turn on again. If the
gauge is
and cannot work error remains, shut
less than
down the analyzer
1psig
A1043 12 Pressure of
10psig
gauge is Tubing are leaking or Shut down the analyzer
less than not connected and check the fluidic
8psig in properly tubing connection
standby
status
A1044 12 Pressure of Shut down the analyzer,
Inlet valve cannot be
10psign check the water supply
turned off. Water tank
gauge is and floater of water
overflow. Pressure
greater tank. Replace the inlet
too high
than 13psig valve if necessary
A1045 12 Pressure of
Turn off air pump and
5psig
Air pump is blocked turn on again. If the
gauge is
and cannot work error remains, shut
less than
down the analyzer
1psig
A1046 12 Pressure of
5psig
gauge is Tubing are leaking or Shut down the analyzer
less than not connected and check the fluidic
3psig in properly tubing connection
standby
status
6-48 6 Troubleshooting
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
A1047 12 Result
error:
Diluted
wash
Not enough pressure Contact the developer
solution
tank
emptying
failed
A1048 12 Result
error:
System
Tubing clogged Troubleshoot the tubing
pressure
releasing
failed
A1049 12 Result
error:
System
Tubing leaking Troubleshoot the tubing
pressure
establishin
g failed
A1050 12 Result
error:
Diluted
Pressure cannot
wash Restart the vacuum and
reach the expected
solution pressure gauges
value
tank
priming
failed
A1051 12 Result
error:
System
Tubing clogged Troubleshoot the tubing
vacuum
releasing
failed
A1052 12 Result
error:
System
Tubing leaking Troubleshoot the tubing
vacuum
establishin
g failed
A1053 12 Result
error:
10psig
Tubing leaking Troubleshoot the tubing
pressure
establishin
g failed
A1054 12 Result
error: 5psig
pressure Tubing leaking Troubleshoot the tubing
establishin
g failed
6 Troubleshooting 6-49
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
6-50 6 Troubleshooting
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
6 Troubleshooting 6-51
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
6-52 6 Troubleshooting
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
connector damaged. replace board
Board elements
damaged
A1104 14 Reinstall sensor. Replace
Electrode installation calibrant B and rerun, if
incorrect. Calibrator still low, replace calibrant
expired. Electrode A and rerun. Replace
Na+
degenerated. Bubbles failed sensor and rerun.
electrode
in reference Reinstall electrode,
slope is out
electrode. Reference eliminate bubbles and
of standard
electrode damaged. calibrate. Replace
range
Electrodes interfered. reference or Na+
Module or tubing electrode and rerun.
temperature above 37 Monitor temperature, if too
high, relocate equipment
A1105 14 Reinstall sensor. Replace
Electrode installation calibrant B and rerun, if
incorrect. Calibrator still low, replace calibrant
expired. Electrode A and rerun. Replace
K+
degenerated. Bubbles failed sensor and rerun.
electrode
in reference Reinstall electrode,
slope is out
electrode. Reference eliminate bubbles and
of standard
electrode damaged. calibrate. Replace
range
Electrodes interfered. reference or K+ electrode
Module or tubing and rerun. Monitor
temperature above 37 temperature, if too high,
relocate equipment
A1106 14 Reinstall sensor. Replace
Electrode installation calibrant B and rerun, if
incorrect. Calibrator still low, replace calibrant
expired. Electrode A and rerun. Replace
Cl-
degenerated. Bubbles failed sensor and rerun.
electrode
in reference Reinstall electrode,
slope is out
electrode. Reference eliminate bubbles and
of standard
electrode damaged. calibrate. Replace
range
Electrodes interfered. reference or Cl- electrode
Module or tubing and rerun. Monitor
temperature above 37 temperature, if too high,
relocate equipment
A1107 14 Reinstall sensor. Replace
Electrode installation calibrant B and rerun, if
incorrect. Calibrator still low, replace calibrant
expired. Electrode A and rerun. Replace
Li+
degenerated. Bubbles failed sensor and rerun.
electrode
in reference Reinstall electrode,
slope is out
electrode. Reference eliminate bubbles and
of standard
electrode damaged. calibrate. Replace
range
Electrodes interfered. reference or Li+ electrode
Module or tubing and rerun. Monitor
temperature above 37 temperature, if too high,
relocate equipment
A1108 14 Na+ Electrode Replace electrode and
electrode degenerated. Noise rerun. Check for electrical
noise error spike interference noise. If board element is
damaged, replace the
6 Troubleshooting 6-53
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
board
A1109 14 Replace electrode and
K+ Electrode rerun. Check for electrical
electrode degenerated. Noise noise. If board element is
noise error spike interference damaged, replace the
board
A1110 14 Replace electrode and
Cl- Electrode rerun. Check for electrical
electrode degenerated. Noise noise. If board element is
noise error spike interference damaged, replace the
board
A1111 14 Replace electrode and
Li+ Electrode rerun. Check for electrical
electrode degenerated. Noise noise. If board element is
noise error spike interference damaged, replace the
board
A1112 14 Replace reference
Reference electrode electrode and rerun.
Na+, K+,
degenerated. Check for electrical noise.
Cl-, Li+
Environment Check unit grounding. If
electrodes
interfered by electrical board element is
noise error
noise spike damaged, replace the
board
A1113 14 Replace failed electrode
Electrode and run. Check calibrant A
Na+
degenerated. New channel and recalibrate.
electrode
electrode or new In case of new electrode,
drift
calibrant A is used drift may occur, wait for 15
minutes and test again
A1114 14 Replace failed electrode
Electrode and run. Check calibrant A
K+
degenerated. New channel and recalibrate.
electrode
electrode or new In case of new electrode,
drift
calibrant A is used drift may occur, wait for 15
minutes and test again
A1115 14 Replace failed electrode
Electrode and run. Check calibrant A
Cl-
degenerated. New channel and recalibrate.
electrode
electrode or new In case of new electrode,
drift
calibrant A is used drift may occur, wait for 15
minutes and test again
A1116 14 Replace failed electrode
Electrode and run. Check calibrant A
Li+
degenerated. New channel and recalibrate.
electrode
electrode or new In case of new electrode,
drift
calibrant A is used drift may occur, wait for 15
minutes and test again
A1117 14 Reference electrode Replace reference
Na+, K+, degenerated. electrode and rerun.
Cl-, Li+ Environmental electric Check for electrical noise.
electrodes pulse. New electrode If board element is
drift or new calibrant A is damaged, replace the
used board. Check calibrant A
6-54 6 Troubleshooting
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
channel and recalibrate
A1118 14 Replace failed electrode
Na+ Electrode and run. Check calibrant A
electrode degenerated. New channel and recalibrate.
voltage electrode or new In case of new electrode,
overflow calibrant A is used drift may occur, wait for 15
minutes and test again
A1119 14 Replace failed electrode
K+ Electrode and run. Check calibrant A
electrode degenerated. New channel and recalibrate.
voltage electrode or new In case of new electrode,
overflow calibrant A is used drift may occur, wait for 15
minutes and test again
A1120 14 Replace failed electrode
Cl- Electrode and run. Check calibrant A
electrode degenerated. New channel and recalibrate.
voltage electrode or new In case of new electrode,
overflow calibrant A is used drift may occur, wait for 15
minutes and test again
A1121 14 Replace failed electrode
Li+ Electrode and run. Check calibrant A
electrode degenerated. New channel and recalibrate.
voltage electrode or new In case of new electrode,
overflow calibrant A is used drift may occur, wait for 15
minutes and test again
A1122 14 Replace reference
Reference electrode
Na+, K+, electrode and rerun.
degenerated.
Cl-, Li+ Check for electrical noise.
Environmental electric
electrodes If board element is
pulse. New electrode
voltage damaged, replace the
or new calibrant A is
overflow board. Check calibrator A
used
channel and recalibrate
A1123 3 If sample is less than
Insufficient sample.
70µl, increase sample
Sample not aspirated
volume. Fill sufficient
Air in to measurement
sample in tube. In case of
sample chamber. Tubing
wrong electrode
aged. Pump tubing
installation, install again.
clogged or too long
Replace the tubing
A1124 14 Check spring/sealing ring.
Ensure all electrodes/O
Calibrant A depleted. rings are correct. Launch
Tubing unconnected. a wash procedure.
Calibrant A pump Disassemble the unit and
failure. Tubing reinstall sensor. Replace
Air in clogged/cracked/bent. bubble detector, waste
calibrant A Fibrin and salt in pump, or calibrant A and
electrode tubing. recalibrate.
Bubble detector Reconnect/replace tubing.
failure. Waste pump Check electrical
failure connection. Replace
pump housing, motor, or
tubing
6 Troubleshooting 6-55
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
A1125 14 In case of wrong electrode
installation, check spring
and sealing ring. Ensure
Air in calibrant B.
all electrodes and O rings
Fibrin and salt in
are installed correctly.
Air in electrode tubing.
Press Clean on water
calibrant B Bubble detector
treatment system to wash.
failure. Waste pump
Disassemble this unit and
failure
wash and reinstall sensor.
Replace bubble detector.
Replace waste pump.
A1126 14 In case of wrong electrode
installation, check spring
and sealing ring. Ensure
Air in calibrant B and
all electrodes and O rings
A. Fibrin and salt in
are installed correctly.
Air in ISE electrode tubing.
Press Clean on water
cleaner Bubble detector
treatment system to wash.
failure. Waste pump
Disassemble this unit and
failure
wash and reinstall sensor.
Replace bubble detector.
Replace waste pump.
A1127 14 Calibrator A/B
No fluid in Replace reagent package.
depleted. No sample
tubing Check the tubing
or cleaning solution
A1128 14 Instruction Instruction format
Please contact the
execute error, or parameter
developer
error error
A1129 14 Calibrations ISE unit cannot store
Recalibrate
saving error calibration results
A1130 14 Bubble
Bubble detector is Replace the bubble
detector
damaged detector
failure
A1131 14
Calibrate repeatedly. If
Electrode slope is out problem remains, reinstall
Calibration
of range during failed electrode. If
failed
calibration problem still remains,
replace the electrode
6-56 6 Troubleshooting
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
A1133 11 Switch off analyzing unit
power and switch on
Execution
again. Reset mechanically
result is not Instruction execution
on Utilities-->Alignment
received in is timed out
page. If this message
given time
appears for 3 times,
contact the developer
6 Troubleshooting 6-57
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
A1138 0 Reinstall sensor. Replace
Electrode installation calibrant B and rerun, if
incorrect. Calibrator still low, replace calibrant
expired. Electrode A and rerun. Replace
Li+
degenerated. Bubbles failed sensor and rerun.
electrode
in reference Reinstall electrode,
slope is out
electrode. Reference eliminate bubbles and
of standard
electrode damaged. calibrate. Replace
range
Electrodes interfered. reference or Li+ electrode
Module or tubing and rerun. Monitor
temperature above 37 temperature, if too high,
relocate equipment
C7024 14
6.2.2.13 Others
Error Level Error Probable Causes Corrective Actions
Code Message
6-58 6 Troubleshooting
7 Data Alarms
R1 blank out of RBK Reagent goes wrong. Replace reagent and rerun,
range Cuvette is dirty or reset limits
> Calculated
Above
concentration exceeds Rerun, or rerun after diluting
concentration
high limit of linearity sample
high limit
range
< Calculated
Below
concentration exceeds Rerun, or rerun after diluting
concentration low
low limit of linearity sample
limit
range
^ Sample concentration
Above reference Neglect or rerun after
exceeds high limit of
high limit diluting sample
reference range
v Sample concentration
Below reference Neglect or rerun after
exceeds low limit of
low limit increasing sample volume
reference range
Calibration MON
Nonlinear calibration
monotonicity Recalibrate
curve is not monotone
error
Real-time QC
1 control value exceeds
1-3S out of 1-3S
±3 standard deviations
control
Endpoint
Fixed-time
Kinetic
8.1.1 Endpoint
The endpoint or, more correctly, equilibrium method, is the most ideal. The reaction
reaches equilibrium after a period of time. Because the equilibrium constant is very
large, it can be considered that all substrates (analytes) have changed into products,
and absorbance of the reactant does not change any more. The absorbance change
is directly proportional to the analytes concentration.
8.1.1.1 Single-reagent
Figure8-1 Single-reagent Endpoint reaction
VR1
Where, k1 = is a volume correction factor for single-reagent analysis.
VR1 + VS
VR1 and VS are volumes of first reagent and sample. K1Ab is reagent blank
correction value.
Reagent blank absorbance can be subtracted from the reaction absorbance but
sample blank cannot. To correct the response with sample blank, you should request
sample blank separately, whose response is Rsb = Ai − k1 Ab . The response after
being corrected by sample blank is R = R − RSb .
'
As shown in Figure8-2, R1is the time when the first reagent is added, S is the time
when the sample is added, and R2 is the time when the second reagent is added.
From L to M the reaction reaches equilibrium and the absorbance reading is taken.
The sample blank is tested during N and P.
To calculate reaction absorbance Ai, follow the relevant steps stated in 8.1.1.1.
To calculate reagent blank absorbance Ab, follow the relevant steps stated in
8.1.1.1.
Calculate the reaction response using the following equation:
R = Ai − k2 Ab
VR1 + VS
If P≤42, then k2 = ; if N>42, then k2=1; if N=P=0, then k2=0.
VR1 + VS + VR 2
VR1 + VS
Where, K2Ab is sample blank correction value. k2 = is a volume
VR1 + VS + VR 2
correction factor for double-reagent analysis. VR1, VS and VR2 are volumes of first
reagent, sample and second reagent.
As shown in Figure8-3 and Figure8-4, R1, S, R2, R3 and R4 are the time when first
reagent, sample, second reagent, third reagent and fourth reagent are respectively
dispensed. From L to M the reaction reaches equilibrium and the absorbance reading
is taken. The reagent blank is tested during N and P.
To calculate reaction absorbance Ai, follow the relevant steps stated in 8.1.1.1.
To calculate reagent blank absorbance Ab, follow the relevant steps stated in
8.1.1.1.
Reaction response calculation:
Triple-reagent R = Ai − k 3 Ab
analysis
VR1 + VS + VR2
If P≤90, then k3 = ; if N>90, then
VR1 + VS + VR2 + VR3
k3=1; if N=P=0, then k3=0.
VR1 + VS + VR2
k3 = is a volume correction factor
VR1 + VS + VR2 + VR3
for triple-reagent analysis. VR1, VS, VR2 and VR3 are
volumes of first reagent, sample, second reagent and third
reagent.
Quadruple-reagent R = Ai − k 4 Ab
analysis
VR1 + VS + VR2 + VR3
If P≤132, then k4 = ; if
VR1 + VS + VR2 + VR3 + VR4
N>132, then k4=1; if N=P=0, then k4=0.
8.1.2 Fixed-Time
For the fixed-time reaction method (namely, first-order kinetic method or initial rate
method), the reaction velocity (v) within a specific period, is directly proportional to
the substrate concentration [S], namely, v=k[S]. As the substrate is consumed
continuously, the reaction velocity becomes smaller and smaller, and so does the
absorbance change rate. It takes much time for such a reaction to reach equilibrium.
Theoretically, the absorbance reading can be taken at any time. The reaction can,
however, become steady only after a delay because it is complicated at the beginning
and there are miscellaneous reactions due to complex serum compositions.
For any first order reaction, the substrate concentration [S] at a given time after the
start of the reaction is given by the following:
[S ] = [S 0 ]× e − kt
Where,
− Δ[ S ]
[ S 0] = − kt1 − kt 2
e −e
That is, within a fixed time interval, the change in substrate concentration is directly
proportional to its initial concentration. This is the general property of first-order
reactions. Within this interval, absorbance change is directly proportional to the
analytes concentration.
Substrate depletion can be checked in fixed-time reaction, and corresponding flag will
be marked in case of substrate depletion.
As shown in Figure8-5, R1 is the time when first reagent is dispensed and S when
sample is dispensed. The absorbance readings are respectively taken at L and M.
8.1.2.2 Double-reagent
Figure8-6 Double-reagent Fixed-time Reaction Curve
As shown in Figure8-6, R1, S and R2 are the time when first reagent, sample and
second reagent are respectively dispensed. The absorbance readings are
respectively taken at L and M. The reagent blank is tested at N and P.
VR1 + VS
Where, k2 = is a volume correction factor for double-reagent
VR1 + VS + VR 2
analysis. VR1, VS and VR2 are volumes of first reagent, sample and second reagent.
As shown in Figure8-7 and Figure8-8, R1, S, R2, R3 and R4 are the time when first
reagent, sample, second reagent, third reagent and fourth reagent are respectively
dispensed. The absorbance readings are respectively taken at L and M. The reagent
blank is tested during N and P
Triple-reagent analysis
For single-interval fixed-time, AM − AL
R=
tM − tL
For double-interval fixed-time, AM − AL A − AN
R= − k3 P
tM − tL tP − tN
Quadruple-reagent analysis
For single-interval fixed-time, AM − AL
R=
tM − tL
For double-interval fixed-time AM − AL A − AN
reaction, R= − k4 P
tM − tL tP − tN
VR1 + VS + VR2
Where, k3 = is a volume correction factor for
VR1 + VS + VR2 + VR3
triple-reagent analysis. VR1, VS, VR2 and VR3 are volumes of first reagent,
sample, second reagent and third reagent.
VR1 + VS + VR2 + VR3
k4 = is a volume correction factor for
VR1 + VS + VR2 + VR3 + VR4
quadruple-reagent analysis. VR1, VS, VR2, VR3 and VR4 are volumes of first
reagent, sample, second reagent, third reagent and fourth reagent.
8.1.3 Kinetic
For the kinetic method(namely, zero-order kinetic or continuous-monitoring method),
the reaction velocity is not related to substrate concentration and remains constant
during the reaction process. As a result, for a given wavelength, the absorbance of
the analytes changes evenly, and the change rate (ΔA/min) is directly proportional to
the activity or concentration of the analytes. The kinetic method is usually used to
measure enzyme activity.
In fact, it is impossible for the substrate concentration to be high enough, and the
reaction will be no longer a zero-order reaction when the substrate is consumed to a
certain degree. Therefore, the theory only stands within certain period. In addition,
the reaction can become steady only after a certain period of time, because the
reaction is complicated at the beginning and there are miscellaneous reactions due to
complex serum compositions.
You should determine the linearity range within the reaction time other than the
reagent blank period.
Yes
Yes
Yes
Figure8-10 shows the linearity range determination process for increased reaction. In
decreased reaction, the “≤” in Figure8-10 should be changed into “≥”.
As shown in Figure8-12, R1 is the time when first reagent is dispensed and S when
sample is dispensed. The absorbance readings are taken during L and M.
⊿ is the absorbance change rate per minute (slope of reaction curve) during L and
M and calculated by the least squares method.
Double-reagent
Figure8-13 Double-reagent Kinetic Reaction Curve
As shown in Figure8-13, R1, S and R2 are the time when first reagent, sample and
second reagent are respectively dispensed. The absorbance readings are taken
during L and M. The reagent blank is tested during N and P.
Triple- or Quadruple-reagent
Figure8-14 Triple-reagent Kinetic Reaction Curve
As shown in Figure8-14 and Figure8-15, R1, S, R2, R3 and R4 are the time when first
reagent, sample, second reagent, third reagent and fourth reagent are respectively
dispensed. The absorbance readings are taken during L and M. The reagent blank is
tested during N and P.
Triple-reagent analysis
For single-interval Kinetic reaction, For single-interval Kinetic reaction,
For double-interval Kinetic reaction, For double-interval Kinetic reaction,
Quadruple-reagent analysis
For single-interval Kinetic reaction, For single-interval Kinetic reaction,
For double-interval Kinetic reaction, For double-interval Kinetic reaction,
ΔA f − ΔAb
Linearity= × 100 < Linearity Limit
ΔAu ,v
Where, ΔA f , ΔAb and ΔAu ,v are the absorbance change rates at the beginning
and end of reaction, and of all measuring points. These three values are calculated
based on the number of measuring points within the main read time.
or ΔAu ,v ≤ 0.006A/minute,
During the high-activity enzyme test, the substrate may be depleted quickly and the
reaction curve will appear obviously nonlinear (a smooth curve). If measurement is
performed by the ordinary procedure, the “No linear interval” alarm will be triggered,
reminding user to rerun the test after diluting the sample. This will more or less bring
troubles to user.
The system provides the enzyme linearity range extension function, which is
introduced as follows:
When the number of measuring points(N) within the main read time is less than 2, the
enzyme linearity range extension can be implemented.
8.1.4 QC Rule
Westgard multi-rule QC conclusion flow for single control is shown in Figure 7-10.
8.1.4.3 Twin-plot
In the system, Twin-plot, which has no detailed rules, is present only as a whole chart
to help you make a QC conclusion.
+3SD
+2SD
-2SD
-3SD
The chart can sensitively indicate the systematic errors and random errors.
When Antigen is selected, first edit box of ABS field and the Q3/Q4 fields on the
Basics window of the Test page are not available.
170≥q2≥102>q1≥Reaction end point. 102 is the last measuring point before sample
is added again.
Sample PC=Aq2-k×Aq1,
Reaction Time(point)
Figure 8-22 Antigen excess reaction curve
The reaction rate method is based on the specified time, in which antibody excess
reaction can reach equilibrium (Figure 8-21) but antigen excess reaction cannot
(Figure 8-22). Prozone check is performed using the following parameters:
(1) End point absorbance A is less than absorbance low limit in increased reaction
or greater than that in decreased reaction;
(2) Absolute value of response R is greater than RCMAX (absolute value of
response of most-concentrated calibrator).
Serum index is the level of hemolysis, icterus and lipemia in serum samples, and can
be employed to judge whether the sample can be used or a sample blank is needed.
Sample: Serum;
You should enter the serum factors (A, B, C, D, E, F) and thresholds for lipemia,
hemolysis and icterus.
Reaction types: Endpoint, Fixed-time and Kinetic. All supporting double reagent
and double wavelength.
Sample disk: 90 positions. 30 positions respectively for inner, middle and outer
circles.
Sample probe: Capable of detecting liquid level, clots and obstructions, and
tracking liquid level
Sample probe washing: Inside and outside of the probe are washed
Emergent sample processing: Emergent samples can be analyzed any time with
highest priority.
Reagent disk: 80 positions. 40 positions respectively for inner and outer circles.
Reagent probe: Capable of detecting liquid level and obstructions, and tracking
liquid level
Reagent probe washing: Inside and outside of the probe are washed
A.3 EMC
The equipment complies with the emission and immunity requirement description in
this part of the IEC 61326-1:2005/EN 61326-1:2006 and IEC 61326-2-6:2005 /EN
61326-2-6:2006.
Resolution: 1024×768
Printer: Ink jet printer, laser printer(black and white), stylus printer
Temperature: 15℃-30℃
Temperature: 0℃-40℃
Weight: 250kg
Fuse: 250VAC T6.3A; 250VAC T10A; 350VAC T1.0A; 250VAC T10A; 350VAC
T1.0A
A.10 Interface
RS-232: Connecting analyzing unit to PC
The Template Modifying Software is affiliated with the Operating Software and used
to create or edit print templates, which illustrate the contents and format of patient
reports.
The Template Modifying Software can be started separately or together with the
Operating Software. To start the Template Modifying Software, select the Edit button
on the Print page of the operating software.
The following sections introduce the Template Modifying Software by menus and
toolbars.
B.1.1 File(F)
The File menu is used to create, save, import/export and print out the templates.
Select File on upper-left corner of the main screen. The File menu is displayed.
Option Description
New Select New to create a template. The type of the template is
determined by the report that is currently selected on the report
window.
You can also use the shortcut key Ctrl+N instead.
After changing the currently-displayed template, select New to
display the following dialog box.
Select Yes to delete the template and return to the main screen.
Select No to abort the deletion.
NOTE:
A deleted template cannot be recovered. If you are not
sure whether to delete the template, you can first export it
for backup.
Import Select this option to load a template from an .mdb file and add the
template name to the report window on lower-right corner of the main
screen.
If the current template is newly created or changed, a prompt
appears asking you for confirmation when another template is
imported.
If imported successfully, the template is displayed in the editing area
and added to the report window.
Export Select this option to export the current template to an .mdb file.
The .mdb file may have a name different from the template.
Print Select this option to print the current template.
You can use the shortcut key Ctrl+P instead.
NOTE:
The Template Modifying Software can only print out
templates other than actual reports, which should be
printed on the Operating Software.
NOTE:
The control(s) you have cut or copied can only be pasted on the
current Template Modifying Software rather than another one or other
software.
Option Description
Cut Select this option to copy and delete single or multiple controls.
You can use the shortcut key Ctrl+X instead.
This option is available only when a control(s) is selected.
Copy Select this option to copy single or multiple controls.
You can use the shortcut key Ctrl+C instead.
This option is available only when a control(s) is selected.
Paste Select this option to paste the controls that are previously cut or
copied at the same place as where the controls are from.
You can use the shortcut key Ctrl+P instead.
This option is available only when a control(s) is cut or copied.
Delete Select this option to delete single or multiple controls
You can use the shortcut key Ctrl+D instead.
This option is available only when a control(s) is selected.
B.1.3 View(V)
The View menu is used to enable or disable the toolbars and to set up the displaying
proportion. Select View on the menu bar of the main screen. The View menu is
displayed.
Option Description
Common Enable or disable the common toolbar.
Tool
Draw Tool Enable or disable the draw toolbar.
Property Enable or disable the property window.
Window
Report Enable or disable the report window.
Window
Status Bar Enable or disable the status bar.
B.1.4 Insert(I)
The Insert menu is used to create controls in the editing page. Select Insert on the
menu bar of the main screen. The Insert menu is displayed.
Option Description
Select
Select this option to change the mouse pointer to a .
NOTE:
Selecting a control while holding the Ctrl key copies the
control.
Line Select this option to insert a line in the editing area. The mouse
pointer changes into a +. Click once in the editing area and drag the
mouse to draw a line.
Rectangle Select this option to insert a rectangle in the editing area. The
mouse pointer changes into a +. Click once in the editing area and
drag the mouse to draw a rectangle.
Label Select this option to insert a label in the editing area. The mouse
pointer changes into a +. Click once in the editing area and drag the
mouse to draw a label.
Label is a type of text control and the contents on a label will not
change when printed.
Text Select this option to insert a text control in the editing area. The
mouse pointer changes into a +. Click once in the editing area and
drag the mouse to create a text.
The contents in a text control will be replaced by the actual test data
when printed.
Title Select this option to insert a title in the editing area. The mouse
pointer changes into a +. Click once in the editing area and drag the
mouse to create a title.
Title is a type of text control. The “%s” will be replaced by a hospital
name when printed. Please note “%s” is added by user and not
produced automatically.
Image Select this option to insert an image in the editing area. The mouse
pointer changes into a +. Click once in the editing area and drag the
mouse to create an image.
The image on the template is for illustration only and will be
replaced by corresponding curve graph when printed.
B.1.5 Format(M)
The Format menu is used to arrange the controls on a template. Select Format on
the menu bar of the main screen. The Format menu is displayed.
Option Description
Left Align the specified controls with the left of the lastly-selected
control.
Right Align the specified controls with the right of the lastly-selected
control.
Top Align the specified controls with the top side of the lastly-selected
control.
Bottom Align the specified controls with the bottom side of the
lastly-selected control.
Center H Align one or multiple controls to the horizontal center of current
template.
Center V Align one or multiple controls to the vertical center of current
template.
Even Space Arrange three or more controls with same space horizontally.
H
Even Space Arrange three or more controls with same space vertically.
V
Same Width Adjust the specified controls to the same width as the
lastly-selected control.
Same Height Adjust the specified controls to the same height as the
lastly-selected control.
Same Size Adjust the specified controls to the same width and height as the
lastly-selected control.
B.1.6 Set(S)
The Set menu only includes an option, Print ID. See the figure below.
Select Print ID. The Set Print ID dialog box is displayed. You can enable or disable
the print fields and view the corresponding ID of each field.
Option Description
About Select this option to view the version information of the
MakePrintTemplate template modifying software.
The following table shows the correspondence between the shortcut buttons and
menu options.
Export File/Export
Delete File/Delete
Print File/Print
Preview File/Preview
Cut Edit/Cut
Copy Edit/Copy
Paste Edit/Paste
Delete Edit/Delete
Zoom View/25%-200%
Print ID Set/Print ID
The following table shows the correspondence between the shortcut buttons and
menu options.
Insert/Line
Insert/Rectangle
Insert/Label
Insert/Text
Insert/Image
Format/Left
Format/Right
Format/Top
Format/Bottom
Format/Center H
Format/Center V
Format/Even Space H
Format/Even Space V
Format/Same Width
Format/Same Height
Format/Same Size
B.4.1 Page
When no control is selected, the property window shows the properties of the current
template, such as paper, print type, etc.
Parameter Description
Paper Define the paper type of the template. There are 9 common types
available.
If the paper width and height you defined are beyond the specified
range, Custom is displayed in the Paper field.
Paper Define the width of the template.
Width
Paper Define the height of the template.
Height
Grid Point Enable or disable grid points on the template.
NOTE:
The system supports printing two patient reports on one
paper. Set the paper type as A4 and the combination type
as one page two reports.
B.4.2 Line
When a line control is selected, the property window shows the properties of the line.
Parameter Description
ID Print ID of the line. The ID is 2.
Start X Set the X-coordinate value of the start point.
NOTE:
The control coordinate originates from the upper-left
corner of the editing area, from which the X
axis(positive) is extended horizontally to the right and
the Y axis(positive) vertically to the bottom. The unit
is mm.
Start Y Set the Y-coordinate value of the start point.
End X Set the X-coordinate value of the end point.
Line Width Set the width of the line. The unit is mm.
Group No. A group gathers multiple controls that will be used frequently on the
template. e.g. a line of controls constitutes a group. The group No.
is 0 if not defined.
Line Color Set the color of the line.
B.4.3 Rectangle
When a rectangle control is selected, the property window shows the properties of
the rectangle.
Parameter Description
ID Print ID of the line. The ID is 1.
Start X Set the X-coordinate value of the start point (upper-left corner).
Start Y Set the Y-coordinate value of the start point (upper-left corner).
Width Set the width of the rectangle.
Group No. A group gathers multiple controls that will be used frequently on
the template. e.g. a line of controls constitutes a group. The group
No. is 0 if not defined.
Frame Color Set the color of the frame.
B.4.4 Label
When a label control is selected, the property window shows the properties of the
label.
Parameter Description
ID Print ID of the label. The ID is 4.
Text Set the text on the label. It will be printed unchanged on actual
reports.
Start X Set the X-coordinate value of the start point (upper-left corner).
Start Y Set the Y-coordinate value of the start point.
Width Set the width of the label.
Group No. A group gathers multiple controls that will be used frequently on
the template. e.g. a line of controls constitutes a group. The group
No. is 0 if not defined.
Bk Color Set the background color of the label.
Text Place Set the aligning mode of label text. It includes Left, Center and
Right.
Show Frame Enable and disable printing frame.
Parameter Description
ID Print ID of the text. The default is 0 and means unknown ID.
Print ID indicates the meaning of the text. Correct printout can be
ensured only when print ID is set properly.
Name Set the contents to be displayed on the text control. It varies from
different IDs.
Text Set the contents displayed on the text control. It will be replaced
by actual data when printed.
Show Detail Set the text as table data.
NOTE:
Only the text that not only is enabled in Show
Details field but also has a group No. is table data.
Start X Set the X-coordinate value of the start point (upper-left corner).
Start Y Set the Y-coordinate value of the start point.
Width Set the width of the text.
Group No. A group gathers multiple controls that will be used frequently on
the template. e.g. a line of controls constitutes a group. The
group No. is 0 if not defined.
Text Type Reserved parameter. The default is 0.
Text Place Set the aligning mode of the text. It includes Left, Center and
Right.
Show Frame Enable and disable printing frame.
B.4.6 Title
When a title control is selected, the property window shows the properties of the title.
Parameter Description
ID Print ID of the title. The ID is 5.
Text Set the contents to be displayed on the title. “%s” will be replaced
by a hospital name and can be displayed in any place of the title.
Start X Set the X-coordinate value of the start point (upper-left corner).
Start Y Set the Y-coordinate value of the start point.
Width Set the width of the title.
Text Place Set the aligning mode of title text. It includes Left, Center and
Right.
Show Frame Enable and disable printing frame.
B.4.7 Image
When an image control is selected, the property window shows the properties of the
image.
Parameter Description
ID Print ID of the image. The ID is 3.
Start X Set the X-coordinate value of the start point (upper-left corner).
Start Y Set the Y-coordinate value of the start point.
Width Set the width of the image.
Group No. A group gathers multiple controls that will be used frequently on
the template. e.g. a line of controls constitutes a group. The group
No. is 0 if not defined.
Print Enable or disable printing the image on actual reports.
Control... 1-4, 4-8, 4-53, 4-95, 4-96, Electrode ...4-51, 4-138, 6-53, 6-54,
4-97, 4-113, 6-6, 6-7 6-55, 6-56, 6-57, 6-58
Correlation coefficient ............. 4-91 Equilibrium 5-61, 8-1, 8-2, 8-3, 8-4,
8-5, 8-17
Cost statistics ......................... 4-122
Error logs ...............................4-122
Cotton swab 5-20, 5-21, 5-22, 5-24,
5-25, 5-59 Ethanol ..................... 6, 9, 5-9, 5-35
Daily .. 3-8, 4-52, 4-55, 4-63, 4-122, Fixed-time ............8-1, 8-5, 8-6, 8-7
4-130, 4-131, 5-3, 5-4, 5-5, 5-9,
5-11, 5-12, 5-20, 5-21, 5-22, Floater switch...........................5-37
5-23, 5-26, 5-35, 5-51, 5-56,
5-58, 5-60, 5-68 Function buttons area ...............1-20
Day to day...... 3-8, 4-52, 4-57, 4-58 Gasket ... 5-34, 5-47, 5-53, C-1, C-2
Hydropneumatic assembly ........ 1-2 LIS host....3-6, 3-9, 3-11, 3-12, 4-9,
4-11, 4-12, 4-13, 4-18, 4-26,
Hydropneumatic drawer .......... 5-26 4-48, 4-50, 4-57, 4-60, 4-124,
4-126, 4-127, 4-128, 6-3, 6-9,
I 6-11
Icterus ...............................4-5, 8-20 Log off ....................... 4-140, 4-141
Indication area ....................... 1-20 Lot No. .......4-33, 4-92, 4-96, 4-126
Inlet tubing..........................2-3, 2-4 Low limit...4-76, 4-89, 4-91, 4-112,
7-2, 8-17, 8-18
inner-circle......................... 1-9, C-3
Low-concentration waste 1-3, 1-16,
Inpatient................................... 4-20
2-3, 3-3, 5-6
Intercept................ 4-29, 4-49, 4-85
Low-concentration waste tank .1-13
Ion selective electrode ............. 1-17
Luminous flux ..........................1-17
ISE analyte.... 1-6, 4-51, 4-75, 4-76,
Lunar month...........................4-135
4-103, 4-108, 4-109, 6-3
M
ISE calibration ....................... 4-122
MAIN POWER ......... 1-9, 3-4, 3-13
ISE cleaning solution.. 1-5, 3-3, 4-8
Main screen...............................B-1
ISE module .............................. 1-17
maintenance ..................... 5-9, 5-12
ITF ..............................4-125, 4-126
Measurement range ..................1-17
J
Measurement statistics ...........4-122
Javel water ................................. 1-5
Measuring point ... 4-86, 4-112, 7-2,
K
8-2, 8-5, 8-8, 8-10, 8-12, 8-13,
kinetic ........................................ 8-5 8-17, 8-18, 8-20
Power........ 2-6, 2-7, 3-4, 3-13, 5-35 R2 probe..4-100, 4-101, 5-68, 5-70,
5-72, 5-76, 6-2, 6-28, 6-29, 6-30,
Power consumption .................. A-2 6-31
Pressure gauge ..................1-12, 5-6 Rated hours ..... 4-133, 4-137, 4-138
Reaction cuvette ...... 1-2, 1-6, 1-10, Real-time QC ..4-122, 6-6, 6-7, 7-3,
1-12, 1-16, 4-99, 4-100, 5-20, 7-4
5-70, 5-76, 6-2, 6-27
Reference range... 3-6, 4-88, 4-105,
Reaction data ........................... 4-69 4-107, 4-109
reagent bottle ............ 2-7, 3-7, 4-33 Sample bar code reader ............. 1-7
Sample reaction curve ............. 4-68 System reset ......5-4, 5-5, 5-9, 5-11,
5-12, 5-21, 5-22, 5-23, 5-51,
Sample statistics .................... 4-122 5-56, 5-58, 5-60