I-Stat 1 Analyzer; Introduction; Before You Use The Analyzer - Abbott i-STAT 1 System Manual

INTRODUCTION

The i-STAT 1 Analyzer is used in conjunction with i-STAT cartridges for the
simultaneous quantitative determination of specific analytes in whole blood.
Refer to the Cartridge and Test Information section of this manual for information
on analytes that can be measured using i-STAT cartridges.

BEFORE YOU USE THE ANALYZER

Install Batteries See the Care of the Analyzer section in this manual for the procedure to install
the disposable batteries. If a rechargeable battery is to be used, the disposable
batteries can be used while the rechargeable battery pack is charged in the
Downloader/Recharger. Charge rechargeable batteries fully before use. See the
i-STAT 1 Downloader section for this procedure. When using a rechargeable battery,
store the disposable battery carrier for possible future use.
Check Date and Time Press the On/Off key and check that the date and time at the top of the display
are correct. To change the date and time, see Administration Menu in this section.
Check Software Caution: New analyzers or analyzers that have been repaired and returned or
replaced will have standard CLEW and application software. If a different CLEW and/
or application software is in use in your facility, it must be installed in new, repaired
or replaced analyzers before they are put into use. Check the Analyzer Status page
for the installed CLEW and application software. See under "Standardization and
Calibration" in section 3 of this manual for an explanation of CLEW.
Customization
Analyzers can be customized for many site-specific testing requirements. See the
Customization section for a list of customizable parameters and their default values.
To change the customization profile via the analyzer keypad see "Customization"
under "Administration" in this section of the manual. To change the customization
profile via the Central Data Station, see the "Customization Workspace" in the
Central Data section of this manual.
Caution: New analyzers or analyzers that have been repaired and returned or
replaced will have the factory default settings in the customization profile, as
indicated by the DEFAULT0 on the Analyzer Status page. If analyzers in your facility
do not use the default customization profile, the appropriate customization profile
should be installed before a new, repaired or replaced analyzer is put into use.
Perform Quality
Use the Electronic Simulator to verify the cartridge-reading performance of new
Check or repaired analyzers.
Use QC protocols to verify the test strip-reading performance of new or repaired
analyzers.
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