Abbott i-STAT 1 System Manual page 293

Code Cause/Action
Number Message on Display
69 Cartridge Type Not
Recognized / Use
Another Cartridge
Rev. Date: 30-Mar-17
Explanation
This code could be due to use of a cartridge type that is not
compatible with the version of software in the analyzer, or the use
of expired cartridges. Check the cartridge expiration date on the
cartridge box or pouch. If the cartridges have not expired, and
if a new cartridge type is being run, contact your local support
organization for a software update.
When running coagulation cartridges, Code 69 may be caused
by poor contact between the analyzer pins and the cartridge
chip. This can sometimes be corrected by conditioning the pins
in the analyzer using the ceramic cleaning cartridge. The specific
conditioning procedure is described at the end of this bulletin.
This code will be displayed if incorrect information is entered in
response to the prompt "Scan Cartridge Lot Number".
The instrument expects the barcode on the individual cartridge
pouch to be scanned.
The instrument will not accept keypad entries of the cartridge
lot number nor a scan of the barcode on the cartridge box.
This condition may be due to an aberrant cartridge. However, if
the condition occurs repeatedly on one analyzer, the analyzer may
need repair. Contact your local support organization for further
assistance.
Art: 714260-01R
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