Reagent Storage And Handling; Printer Precautions - Abbott CELL-DYN 3000 Operator's Manual

Chapter 8

Reagent Storage and Handling

Laser Precautions

Printer Precautions

CELL-DYN® 3000 System Operator's Manual
9140240E — May 1995
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• Store reagents, calibrators and controls according to the directions
in the package inserts that accompany them.
• Protect reagents from extreme heat and freezing during storage.
Temperatures below 32°F (0°C) may cause layering that changes
the tonicity and conductivity of the reagent. If freezing occurs, do
not use the reagent.
• Protect reagents from direct sunlight, evaporation and
contamination. Use of the reagent container cap attached to each
inlet tube minimizes the latter two occurrences.
• Never add remaining reagent from a container being replaced to a
freshly opened container. This may contaminate the new reagent.
• Before operating the instrument for the first time, make sure each
reagent line is connected to the appropriate inlet and reagent
container.
• Make sure the waste line is connected to the appropriate outlet and
routed to a suitable waste container or drain. If the waste is routed
to a waste container, make sure the waste sensor is properly
connected. If the waste is routed to a drain, make sure a dummy
plug is inserted in the waste sensor connector.
• After the Analyzer is powered ON, allow a minimum of 15 minutes
for the laser to warm and stabilize before running samples.
DANGER: Do not remove any cover on the Analyzer that is
fastened in place by screws. These covers protect the operator
from exposure to the laser inside the Analyzer.
• The Sample Loader bar code reader also uses a laser. The bar code
laser is ON only when bar code labels are being read.
The printhead can get very hot during extended periods of printing.
Allow it to cool before touching.
Precautions, Limitations and Hazards
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