CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION ATP ................................1 H .................................. 1 ..............................1 EMPERATURE ..............................1 ONDUCTIVITY ............................... 1 ONCENTRATION CHAPTER 2: MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT ............................2 NCLUDED IN THE ATP S ) ......................2 UPPLIES URCHASED EPARATELY ....................... 2 ONDUCTIVITY AND ONCENTRATION UPPLIES ..............................
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CHAPTER 8: TAKING A READING ATP ................................13 TAKING AN ATP READING ........................... 13 H ................................14 ..............................14 EMPERATURE ..............................14 ONDUCTIVITY ............................. 15 ONCENTRATION CHAPTER 9: RE-TEST FUNCTION ............................... 16 ESTS ..........................16 OW TO EST A AMPLE CHAPTER 10: QUICK TEST FUNCTION ..............................
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ATP S ..........................27 ETTING ARGET ATP R ............................ 27 ESTS IDGET ATP R .......................... 27 ETTING ARGET ..........................28 ALIBRATION IDGET ....................28 ETTING THE ALIBRATION REQUENCY ARGET ............................ 28 EVICE XCLUSION ATP F ............................. 29 RAPH ATP R ..........................
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CHAPTER 26: DATABASE MANAGEMENT ICON .......................... 64 REATING AN DATABASE ICON ........................64 MPORTING AN DATABASE MVP TRAX ........................64 MPORTING ATA FROM ............................ 65 RCHIVING A DATABASE ............................66 XPORTING TO XCEL CSV ............................66 XPORTING TO LIP P ..........................
Introduction The LIGHTNING MVP ICON™ is a multi-parameter HACCP monitoring system to monitor key quality indicators such as ATP, pH, temperature, conductivity, and concentration. The included MVP ICON Dashboard software allows for easy trending and analysis of results. The software’s dashboard provides an overview of key control metrics at a glance.
• LIGHTNING MVP ICON Surface Sampling Device - for detection of ATP on surfaces • LIGHTNING MVP ICON Liquid Sampling Device - for detection of ATP in Clean in Place (CIP) rinse water and other liquid samples • LIGHTNING MVP ICON ATP Calibrator Set – for calibration and verification of the ICON instrument for accurate detection of ATP •...
MVP ICON at a Glance Instrument Overview Battery Indicator Home Screen and Navigation The MVP ICON features a pressure-sensitive color touch screen display that can be operated while wearing gloves and is suitable for use under all lighting conditions. The home screen of the ICON lists pertinent statistics about the unit based on the parameter selected, including: •...
The buttons on the bottom of the screen are used to access the following functions: • Plans – allows the user to select a specific sample plan • Points – allows the user to select a specific test point • Results –...
Points Points The “Points” tab on the bottom menu of the ICON contains a list of all created test points in numerical order, independent of sample plan assignment. Selecting a Test Point • Scroll through a list of test points in numeric order using the scroll bar on the right side of the screen.
Finding a Test Point If a test point (or range of test points) is not readily available on the instrument screen, the “Find” feature within “Points” can be used to search for specific test points. • To search for a range of test points enter the first and last test point number in the range.
Plans Plans To view a list of available sample plans for a desired parameter, select the “Plans” tab on the bottom menu of the ICON instrument. Sample plans are a customized grouping of test points. A sample plan can represent a group of test points in a particular production area, direct versus indirect locations, or even a work shift or day of the week.
Press to clear the tracker’s progress for an individual plan Green indicates a pass result, yellow for warn, red for fail Shuffle The order of test points within a sample plan can be randomized or “shuffled.” This feature can be used to ensure that all test points have an equal probability of being tested. To shuffle test points: •...
Results Results To view a list of stored results for the desired parameter select the “Results” tab on the bottom menu of the ICON instrument. Results are listed in numeric order by test point number and the most recent result for each test point is displayed. Test point number, date Test point name and time of result...
Finding Results To search for a specific result or range of results touch the “Find” button at the top of the “Results” screen. • To search for a range of test points enter the first and last test point number in the range.
Allows for calibration of the MVP ICON for the specific parameter selected (ATP, pH, Temperature, Conductivity, or Concentration; See Chapter 11). ATP parameter includes procedures for system verification using LIGHTNING MVP ICON ATP Positive Control and LIGHTNING MVP ICON Calibrator Set (see Chapter 11).
About Displays instrument specific information: • Serial number • Hardware version • Firmware version Delete Allows user to delete result for the selected parameter (optional password protection) Results can be deleted as: • Individual results • A group of specific test points •...
Taking a Reading • Select “ATP” mode in the top menu bar from any screen. Use < or > arrows to toggle through modes. • Select “Points” from the bottom icon menu • Select desired test point or use the scroll bar to scroll through the list of available test points.
Please reference the Directions for Use included with the ICON pH Probe for preparation of the probe prior to use. • Ensure the ICON pH Probe is properly connected to the side of the device (probe adapter surface with arrows should face the back of ICON). •...
Concentration Please reference the Directions for Use included with the ICON Conductivity Probe for preparation of the probe prior to use. Before Taking a Concentration (ppm) Reading Prior to taking a Concentration reading (ppm), it is important to ensure the chemical standard assigned to each test point has been properly calibrated.
Re-Test Function Re-Tests A test result for any of the MVP ICON parameters can be coded as a “re-test.” When testing for ATP, areas that show high ATP readings should be re-cleaned and re-tested to verify adequate cleaning. A test point can be coded as a re-test either at the time the sample was taken or at the results screen.
Quick Test Function Quick Tests The Quick Test function on the ICON allows for a test measurement to be taken without saving the results to a test point. This can be useful for training or other instances where saving test results is not needed.
Code Field Code Field The “Code” field on the ICON is a place to enter additional identifying information about an assigned test point into the instrument at the time of testing. For example, a numeric code could be entered prior to taking a sample to identify a particular sanitation worker, product, or location within the facility not previously identified during test point setup in the software.
Custom Fields Custom Fields “Custom Fields” present another opportunity to enter customized information about test points and are established within the ICON Software. The three custom fields can be populated with information such as a test point’s associated product, location within the facility (ex. Room 3), and the type of surface being sampled (ex.
Verification is designed to ensure the instrument and swabs are working correctly. The LIGHTNING MVP ICON ATP Positive Control provides a sample which produces a positive ATP result when assayed with the MVP ICON system. It is recommended to run ATP Positive Controls every other day and incorporate results into an overall Quality Control program.
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Open the ATP Positive Control vial. • Insert a LIGHTNING MVP ICON Surface Sampling Device and completely dissolve the positive control pellet onto the tip of the swab. Note: Take care to ensure the swab tip does not touch any surface other than the inside of the vial.
Non-Luminescent Calibrator Procedure • Under the “Verification” menu in ATP Calibration, select “Non-Luminescent Calibrator”. • Insert the non-luminescent calibrator and close the chamber door. • Press “Verify”. The non-luminescent calibrator should read 1.0 – 1.5 Zones. Readings outside this range can indicate problems with the instrument.
Calibration Procedure • Connect the Conductivity probe to the instrument, ensuring arrows on the adaptor face the back of the instrument. • Verify the ICON is in Conductivity mode. • Select “Device” from the ICON’s lower menu. • Enter the Reference Value in microSiemens (µS). •...
MVP ICON Dashboard Software at a Glance Introduction The innovative dashboard on the software’s home screen provides a quick overview of key metrics and allows for immediate, corrective action. Detailed analysis reports provide comprehensive data to identify hot-spots within the facility, track and trend data, and generate audit-ready HACCP reports.
Installation Installing the MVP ICON Dashboard Software The MVP ICON Dashboard Software is included with the MVP ICON system and is loaded onto a CD for installation. It is also available on the BioControl Web site at www.biocontrolsys.com. Contact BioControl Technical Support for more information on downloading software. Note: Ensure the computer is assigned administrative rights prior to installation.
Dashboard What is the ICON Dashboard? The MVP ICON Dashboard software’s home screen displays a dashboard which provides an overview of key program control metrics at-a-glance. This unique feature provides quality assurance managers with an overall picture of the behavior and health of their HACCP and hygiene program by highlighting where potential problems reside within the facility, or with the execution of the program, to guide corrective action for immediate resolution.
ATP Swabs to Target Widget Allows users to set a target for the number of ATP swabs used and measure active usage against this target. This data provides a quick assessment if the correct amount of swabs are being used, indicating sufficient testing is taking place, or if testing needs to increase to ensure the plan is on track.
Next Calibration Widget The “Next Calibration” feature alerts the user to the next required date of calibration for the ICON instrument, based on their HACCP and hygiene monitoring program. Each time an instrument is connected to the software, the “Next Calibration” feature will identify the unit by its serial number and will reflect the next required date of calibration.
ATP Fail Rate Graph The first of the three graphs at the bottom of the dashboard is “ATP Fail Rate.” This graph guides the quality team to problematic areas in the facility requiring prompt attention for immediate resolution. Results are ordered from test points with the highest percentage of failed ATP results to lowest. Test point numbers Percentage each test point failed...
ATP Pass/Warn/Fail Rate Graph This stacked column graph presents the percentage of pass, warn, and fail results for all selected test points over a period of time. This graph directs the sanitation crew to areas in the facility requiring special attention identifying those test points that have higher warn and fail rates. Combined percentage total of pass/warn/fail results for Test Point Numbers...
Creating Test Points About Creating Test Points The MVP ICON Dashboard software allows for a wide range of test point setup and customization options to ensure each unique area in the facility is identified by all necessary and applicable information. The ICON software also provides the ability to create sample plans to which a test point (or multiple test points) can be assigned.
pH Test Points • Select “pH” from table menu. • Select “New Test Point”. • Click on the “Name” column cell for the applicable test point to assign a name. Note: Test point assignments are alphanumeric and can be up to 25 characters long, however, the ICON instrument will only display up to 15 characters of the name.
Chemical Standards Concentration test points require an associated chemical standard at a designated working concentration (ex. Quat 200 ppm). In order to assign a chemical standard to a Concentration test point, one must first be created under the “Chemical Standards” tab. •...
Editing a Test Point A test point can be edited at any time by simply clicking on the desired cell and making the changes. Examples of editing a test point include changing the Warn/Fail thresholds, custom field designations, or sample plan assignment. The changes will be reflected on the ICON instrument when synced.
Creating Custom Fields As mentioned in Chapter 10, these optional fields allow users to provide additional customized levels of information for a test point. Examples of common Custom Field assignments include: Surface Type (stainless steel, rubber, etc.), Plant Location (Plant 04, Tulsa, etc.), or Room (Dairy Room, Dough Room, etc.). Note: Custom Fields are designated per parameter, not per test point.
Creating Sample Plans About Sample Plans Sample plans allow users to organize a group of related test points. For example, all test points associated with a blending line in a facility can be grouped under a sample plan titled “Blending Line.”...
Editing or Deleting a Sample Plan Once an initial sample plan has been created, additional sample plans can be created, deleted or re-named by right-clicking on any sample plan name. • Select “Add” to add another sample plan. • “Re-name” to change the name of selected plan. •...
ICON Software Report Setup The MVP ICON Dashboard software features three categories of reports: Action Reports, Trending Reports, and HACCP Reports. These reports are designed to identify areas requiring immediate and corrective action, track and trend data, and provide audit-ready reports with a click of a button.
To select from pre-set date ranges, choose from the options to the right of the calendar (i.e. Month to Date, Last Quarter, etc.). • The calendar will automatically populate with the selected pre-set date. Pre-set dates Customize date range Computed Data Computed data allows users to change the way the data is calculated.
By Test Point Range • For an individual test point, enter the test point number. • For a range, enter the starting and ending range as such: 1 – 5 or list by commas in the same fashion as a printer: 1, 2, 4 – 10. •...
Action Reports What are Action Reports? Action Reports are designed to help identify and direct QA managers to problematic areas in the facility requiring attention for immediate and corrective action. Action Reports can be accessed from anywhere within the software by clicking the “Action Reports”...
Fail Rate Computed Data There are four different options of computed data for this report. • # Fails – Calculates data by the number of failed test points; sorting defaults to # Fails in descending order • % Fails – Calculates data by percentage of failed test points; sorting defaults to % Fails in descending order •...
Pass/Warn/Fail Computed Data There are two different options of computed data for both chart types in this report. • % P/W/F – Calculates the percentage of pass, warn, and fail results for selected amount of test points over a period of time; Stacked Horizontal Bar Chart sorting defaults by % Fails •...
Min/Max/Average Report Shows the minimum, maximum, and average result for each selected test point. Any outlying result in the fail range provides direction to potentially problematic areas in the facility requiring immediate attention. Available chart type • Min/Max/Avg Example of Min/Max/Avg Test Point Min/Max/Avg Computed Data There is one type of computed data for this report.
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Portions of data within a graph can be expanded by utilizing the drag zoom function. • Click on the graph and a red line will appear. • While holding down the left mouse button, drag zoom red line over portion of data to be expanded.
Trending Reports What are Trending Reports? Trending Reports track and trend data over extended periods of time. The reports available in this category help to identify test point behavior, establish patterns, and determine the overall health of a facility’s sanitation program. Trending Reports can be accessed from anywhere within the software by clicking the “Trending Reports”...
Grouped Data In addition to sorting options for Trending Reports, Computed Data features the ability to group data. This function is useful when wanting to review all results for a specified period of time (see Picture 3). Picture 3 All P/W/F results for weeks 1/29/12 –...
Pass/Warn/Fail Computed Data There are four different options of computed data for this report. • % P/W/F – Calculates data by percentage of passed, warned, and failed test points; sort by test point or by period, graph view defaults to test point number in numerical order •...
Min/Max/Avg – Sorted by Grouped Data Column Chart – Sorted by Test Point Examples of Average Test Point Summary Average Test Point Computed Data There are two different options of computed data for each chart type in this report. • Test Point by Zone/Sample –...
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Choose whether to include an optional legend in the Test Point Trend report by checking the “Show Legend” box in the Trending Report Setup screen. Check box for optional legend to display in Test Point Trend report Available chart types •...
Test Point Trend Computed Data There is one option of computed data for this report. • Results – Plots each test point result (as scatter plot) over a period of time; sorting defaults by test point number in ascending order; Grouped Data not an option Note: To view results by hour select “Hour”...
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Re-Test Trend Line # Fails Re-Test Trend Line # Fails (Grouped) Re-Test Trend Computed Data There are eight types of computed data for each of the charts in this report. • # Fails – List number of re-tests in relationship to number of failed results in ascending order sorting available test points in a period •...
HACCP Reports What are HACCP Reports? HACCP reports are audit-ready reports designed to help busy QA professionals demonstrate their sanitation program is on track and in compliance with their HACCP plan. Simply print and present. HACCP reports can be accessed from anywhere within the software by clicking the “HACCP Reports”...
ATP Swab Usage Demonstrates the required swab target in a given period is being met in accordance with the facility’s HACCP plan. The report shows both the number of swabs used and usage percentage on the same page. The target number of swabs is established in the HACCP Report Setup menu. (See previous page) Example of ATP Swab Usage Report ATP Swab Usage Computed Data There is one computed data option for this report.
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Calibration / Verification Computed Data There is one data option for this report. • Results – Displays historical record of parameter’s calibration and verification results for a given period of time; select by individual serial ID or by all available devices Test Point Frequency Identifies how many times a particular test point has been sampled during a range or period of time, ensuring any identified problem areas are being tested equally and uniformly.
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Test Point Frequency Computed Data There are two different options of computed data for this report. • Test Point Overview – Includes the following information for each test point: number of times tested, number times failed, number times re-tested, and the re-test percentage. Graph displays as double-axis to incorporate # and % •...
Raw Data Results collected on the ICON and transferred to the software are located in “Raw Data.” Raw Data is a categorical list of pertinent result information including the test point name, number, date and time taken, sample plan assignment (if any), thresholds, re-test data, and optional customized fields.
Converting Quick Tests into a New Test Point As mentioned in Chapter 8, the Quick Test function allows for unassigned areas in the facility to be tested without saving the results to a test point. Quick Tests also provide the ability to convert a saved Quick Test result into a newly assigned test point, once uploaded into the software.
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Raw Data Example Quick Test Quick Test Symbol Number Drop-down to Select Test Point Number...
Analyzing MVP Collection Data As mentioned in Chapter 17, test point results from multiple parameters can be combined to view data as an inter-related set. This helps to identify any potential trends that exist between the individual parameters. Please see Chapter 17 for setting up MVP Collection. How to Analyze Data MVP Collections in Raw Data •...
Device Communication By syncing the instrument to a database, the two will be paired together and the database will recognize its partner instrument in any future communication. To transfer test points, sample plans, and collected results between the ICON instrument and software, the unit and software must first be synced.
Communication Scenarios Once an instrument has been paired with a database, the two are used congruously. Multiple devices can be paired to the same database; however, the instrument can only contain one database at a time. See table below for an explanation of database and instrument scenarios.
Deleting Test Points from Database Deleting a test point will remove all associated data from the database. To save this data, results must first be archived prior to deleting the test point. The following warning message will appear before a test point is deleted: •...
Database Management Creating an ICON database Multiple databases can be created in the ICON software and loaded one at a time. Upon installation of the ICON software, a prompt will require creating a new ICON database. • Select “New” from the prompt. •...
Create a new database • File • Import historical TRAX data • File • Open • Import Data from Excel • Browse for TRAX file and press “Open” Archiving a database Archiving a database allows a sub-set of information to be saved as its own database. Data from the master file can then be kept or deleted from the archived date range.
Exporting to Excel Data can be exported to Excel to view in a standardized format for additional data analysis or for importing into other Microsoft Office-based programs, such as Access. • File • Export Data • Select dropdown arrow next to “File Name” to name file and choose directory. •...
Importing from Excel The import function is primarily to import historical TRAX data into a new database which, as mentioned above, must be done prior to creating any new test points or sample plans. The database must be empty to import an Excel file. Create a new database •...
ICON Setup Preferences ICON Setup allows for the customization of certain screen items on the instrument such as, timing for the screen’s dimmer and setting the Delete and Quick Test passwords. Changing screen timing settings The ICON instrument arrives with preset timing for the screen’s dimmer. To preserve battery life, the settings are as follows: •...
Passwords Optional passwords can be set for both the Delete function and Quick Test Password on the instrument. • ICON Setup • Preferences • Delete Password – Enter password, up to 4 digits • Quick Test Password – Enter password, up to 4 digits •...
Fastening the ICON Shoulder Strap It is important to ensure the shoulder strap for the MVP ICON is properly and securely connected to the instrument before use. Follow the steps below to correctly secure the straps to the instrument. 1. Loop one loose end of the strap around the backside of the pins on the back of the instrument.
ICON Software Settings Preferences Choose language, date/time format, and result scale (Zones/RLU) from the software’s “Preferences” menu. • Select “Settings” from the software’s top toolbar • Select “Preferences” Languages Preferences Menu Choose from the following languages: • English • Spanish •...
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Database Description Entering a description for the database helps identify it from other saved databases and provides a brief summary or description as to what types of test point or sample plan information may be included. Company Logo A company’s logo can be inserted onto all graphs to further personalize reports. •...
Help Displays software version number and provides a link to BioControl contact Information. About MVP ICON Dashboard Software Provides relevant data about the software, such as, software version and database ID, last database update, etc. Select Contact BioControl to be directly linked to the BioControl web site contact page. The computer must be connected to the Internet for the link to work.
Troubleshooting Please refer to the guidelines below for resolving system issues. If the proposed solutions do not correct the issue, please contact BioControl Technical Support at 800.245.0113 or an authorized BioControl distributor. MVP ICON Instrument Error Messages Please refer to the grid below for the following MVP ICON instrument error messages and the appropriate action to take for resolution.
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Chemical Standard Does Not Create a chemical standard in the Exist in Database software and sync to ICON Ensure chemical standard has a Chemical Standard Does Not name assignment in software and Exist in Database sync to ICON This Plan is Too Large To Maximum test point allotment Shuffle per sample plan is 245 points...
MVP ICON Instrument Issue: ICON will not charge. The screen remains blank even when connected to a battery charger. Resolution: 1) Verify the connections are secure and a power source is active. 2) If the power source is not active, unscrew the battery cover on back of instrument, disconnect and reconnect the battery, ensuring the cover is properly tightened.
MVP ICON pH/Temperature Probe Issue: The pH/Temperature probe will not calibrate. Resolution: It is recommended to calibrate the pH probe daily, prior to use. Occasionally probes can get plugged or dirty from sample testing which can impact the probe’s accuracy. If this happens, clean the probe with liberal amounts of warm water and gently scrub with a soft bristled brush and soap.
MVP ICON Temperature Probe Issue: The MVP ICON Temperature Probe will not calibrate. Resolution: Probes get dirty which will influence the ability to be calibrated and/or make accurate readings. Avoid highly corrosive or abrasive materials as well as strong organic solvents. Issue: The probe tip comes off.
Appendix A Software / Firmware Update Procedure With the release of any new version of MVP ICON firmware or MVP ICON Dashboard software, the following update procedures will need to be followed to ensure system performance and compatibility. Please follow the steps below to update the MVP ICON firmware and Dashboard software.
Appendix B Software / Firmware Downgrade Procedure As noted in Appendix A, firmware and software upgrades ensure the MVP ICON and Dashboard software are up-to-date and working at optimal performance. It is uncommon for the ICON to require a downgraded version of firmware. Measures have been implemented into the Dashboard software to prevent the accidental downgrade of firmware with the use of a controlled password.
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