Siemens ADVIA 1800 Operator's Manual page 75

Operating condition
Diluent vol.
Indicates the status of the liquid volume of
diluent (saline solution). Insufficient liquid
is detected by a liquid level sensor in the
bottle.
Cuv. Wash Vol.
Status of the liquid volume of cuvette wash
solution. Insufficient liquid is detected by a
liquid level sensor in the bottle.
Cuv. Cond. Vol.
Status of the liquid volume of cuvette
conditioner. Insufficient liquid is detected
by a liquid level sensor in the bottle.
Conc.wast.tank (if installed)
Status of the volume of the optional
concentrated waste tank. A sensor monitors
whether the tank is filled with waste.
Waste tank
Status of the volume of the optional waste
tank. A sensor monitors whether the tank is
filled with waste.
3. Check the availability of the reagents and wash solutions:
WARNINGS
• Read and follow the cautions on the box and label before handling any reagents.
• Avoid contact of method or system reagents with skin and eyes. These materials
• Avoid inhaling chemical vapors. If you inhale chemical vapors, promptly leave
CAUTIONS
• Turn the analyzer to
• Use only Siemens-recommended ancillary reagents to avoid erroneous test
System Overview
Some method and system reagents are classified as hazardous material.
can cause infection and burns. Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves, and
eye/face protection. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty
of water and seek medical advice. In case of contact with skin, immediately
wash with soap and water.
the area and seek fresh air.
Standby
water or reagent spills into the analyzer to avoid injury or damage to the system.
Using alcohol preps or lint-free towels moistened with 5% bleach solution,
clean the surfaces and trays (see Maintenance section for detailed procedures).
If any liquids spilled inside the analyzer, contact your local technical support
provider or distributor.
results.
Normal Abnormal indicator and corrective
indicator action
OK NG
Fill the diluent bottle with 0.9% saline
solution.
Make sure the sensor is in the proper
position.
NG
OK
Fill the cuvette wash solution bottle.
Make sure the sensor is in the proper
position.
OK NG
Fill the cuvette conditioner bottle. Make
sure the sensor is in the proper position.
OK NG
Empty the concentrated waste tank.
If there is still a problem, check the tubes
for obstructions.
NG
OK
Verify that the waste tubes are free of
obstructions. If the problem persists,
contact your local support provider or
distributor.
or turn the main power switch to if any
OFF
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