Advanced Instruments A2O Bedienungsanleitung
200005EN Rev12
The A2O®Advanced Automated
Osmometer
User’s Guide
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Safe Use
Symbol Conventions
General Cautions
FCC Requirements
Supplies, Parts & Accessories
Foreword: Theory and Technique
Chapter 1 — Installation & Setup
Step 1 — Find a location for the instrument
Step 2 — Unpack the instrument
Step 3 — Remove the shipping stops
Step 4 — Load printer paper
Step 5 — Connect the auxiliary cables
Step 6 — Power up the instrument
Step 7 — Install the osmometer turntable and primary
tube carousel
Step 8 — System fluid and waste bottle setup
Step 9 — Prime the pipettor system
Step 10 — Run a diagnostic test
Step 11 — Set date and time
Step 12 — Set language preference
Step 13 — Check initial factory calibration
Step 14 — Proceed to Chapter 2
Figure 1: Remove Shipping Stop from Pipettor Assembly
Figure 2: Remove Shipping Stop from Osmometer
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Figure 3: A2O Components and Controls
Figure 4: Load Printer Paper
Figure 5: Back Panel
Figure 6: The Main Screen
Figure 7: Install Osmometer Turntable and Primary Tube
Carousel
Figure 8: The Fluid Level Screen
Figure 9: Ampule Adapter Position
Table 1: A2O Osmometer Packing List
Chapter 2 — Instrument Operation
Hazardous material cautions
Principle of operation
Function of major components
Test sequence
Sample preparation
Repeatability tips
Verifying calibration daily
Sample test procedure
Making a STAT sample measurement
Sample test errors
Changing operating settings
Figure 10: Freezing Chamber
Table 2: Minimum Sample Volumes in Sample Receptacles
Table 3: Barcode Length Requirements
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Chapter 3 — Standards & Quality Control 37
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Repeatability and accuracy
Standards and controls
Maintenance of standards
Quality control implementation
Chapter 4 — Calibration
Calibration procedure
Calibration notes
Figure 11: The Calibrate Screen
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A2O graphical user interface
Main operating screen
Menu screen
Test Setup screen
Test Configuration screen
Control Solutions screen
Calibrate screen
System Configuration screen
Users screen
Printer Setup screen
Details screen
Self Tests screen
Positioning screen
Date/Time screen
LAN screen
LIS screen
Assistance screen
Results screen
View Logs screen
Text Input screen
Figure 12: Keypad
Figure 13: A2O Main Operating Screen
Figure 14: The Menu Screen
Figure 15: Sample Tubes Remaining
Figure 16: The Fluid Level Screen
Figure 17: The Test Setup Screen
Figure 18: The Test Configuration Screen
Figure 19: Pre-enter Sample IDs
Figure 20: The Control Solutions Screen
Figure 21: The Edit Control Screen
Figure 22: The Levey-Jennings Chart Screen
Figure 23: The Action on Out-of-Limit Controls Screen
Figure 24: The Control Solutions Log Screen
Figure 25: The Calibrate Screen
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Figure 26: The Reminders Screen
Figure 27: Calibration Log
Figure 28: The System Configuration Screen
Figure 29: The Users Screen
Figure 30: The Printer Setup Screen
Figure 31: The Hardware Details Screen
Figure 32: The Self Tests Screen
Figure 33: The Positioning Screen
Figure 34: The Date/Time Screen
Figure 35: The LAN Setup Screen
Figure 36: The LIS Setup Screen
Figure 37: The Assistance Screen
Figure 38: The Results Screen
Figure 39: The Date Select Screen
Figure 40: The Filter Screen
Figure 41: The View Logs Screen
Figure 42: The Text Input Screen
Table 4: Primary Tube Status Indicator
Chapter 6 — Troubleshooting & Service
Service & maintenance cautions
Obtaining service
Routine maintenance
Shutdown and storage
Troubleshooting checks
Fuse replacement
Figure 43: Syringe Screw
Figure 44: Pipette Cleaning
Figure 45: Sample Probe
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Figure 47: Clear Database Button
Figure 48: Export Data
Figure 49: Confirm Data Export
Figure 50: Confirm Data Deletion
Figure 51: Fuse Replacement
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Appendices
Appendix A — Troubleshooting Table 101
Appendix B — Product Specifications 107
Appendix C — Regulatory Notices 109
Appendix D — Printing Test Results 113
Appendix E — Supplemental Laboratory Information System 115
Appendix F — Symbol Definitions 121
Appendix G — Warranty & Warranty Duties 125
Appendix H — Product Disposal and Recycling 129
Appendix I — Service Log 131
Index 133
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Notes:
Safe Use
To reduce the risk of bodily injury, electric shock, fire, and
damage to your instrument, please read and observe the precau-
tions in this User’s Guide.
• If the product is used in a manner not in accordance with the
equipment design, operating instructions or manufacturer's
recommendations, the operation of the product may be
impaired to the extent that a safety hazard is created.
•Do not attempt to perform electrical work if you are not
fully qualified. This manual is not a substitute for electrical
training.
Symbol Conventions
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important operat-
ing and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying this product.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equi-
lateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of
uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product's enclosure
that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute risk of elec-
tric shock to persons.
The static symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended
to alert the user to the presence of internal components that
could be damaged by static electricity.
This static symbol is intended to alert the user to the pres-
ence of a specific component that could be damaged by stat-
ic electricity.
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This symbol indicates the presence of alternating current (AC).
This symbol indicates the presence of a fuse.
This symbol indicates the presence of protective earth ground.
This symbol indicates the power is ON.
This symbol indicates the power is OFF.
NOTE Additional symbol definitions are available in Appendix F.
General Cautions
• This product should be operated only with the type of power source
indicated on the product’s electrical ratings label. Refer to the instal-
lation instructions included with the product.
• If the power cord provided is replaced for any reason or if an alter-
nate cord is used, the cord must be approved for use in the local
country. The power cord must be approved for the product’s listed
operating voltage and be rated at least 20% greater than the ampere
ratings marked on the product’s electrical ratings label. The cord
end that connects to the product must have an IEC 60320 connector.
• Plug the product into an approved grounded electrical outlet.
• Do not disable the power cord’s grounding pin.
• If an extension cord or power strip is used, make sure that the cord
or strip is rated for the product, and that the total ampere ratings of
all products plugged into the extension cord or strip do not exceed
80% of the cord’s or strip’s rating limit.
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