Prompts And Messages - Abbott i-STAT 1 System Manual

Caution Do not open the analyzer. The analyzer may only be opened by factory authorized
service personnel. Class 2 laser radiation when open; DO NOT stare into the
laser aperture or the laser beam, or point the laser beam at other persons.
Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those
specified herein may result in hazardous laser radiation exposure.
Class 2 laser scanners use a low power, visible light diode. As with any bright light
source, such as the sun, the user should avoid staring directly into the laser beam.
Momentary exposure to a Class 2 laser is not known to be harmful.
Barcode Label To ensure that printed barcode labels are reliably read by i-STAT handhelds,
Quality
the best available printing methods and settings should be used. However, as
specified in the Health Industry Bar Code (HIBC) Provider Applications Standard
(ANSI/HIBC 1.3-2010), the quality of printed labels should meet the minimum
grade level of 1.5.
Procedure Before scanning, check to see what information is required by the displayed prompt.
Hold the analyzer 3-12 inches (2.5 – 30.5 cm) from the barcode to be scanned.
An angle of about 10 degrees from perpendicular is best. Hold the analyzer and
place the object to be scanned on a flat surface or, place the analyzer on a flat
surface and hold the object in front of the analyzer. Avoid accidentally scanning
other nearby items. Avoid pointing the beam into anyone's eyes.
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Note: If the Scan key is released as soon as the beep is heard, the next prompt

PROMPTS AND MESSAGES

Either before or during the testing cycle, the analyzer will display prompts that
Prompts
require an operator action or keypad entry, such as "Enter Operator ID." Prompts
are described in the manual when used. Some prompts require input before results
are displayed. Prompts for the following information are mandatory:
Art: 714364-01O
Press and hold down the Scan key to start the barcode scanner. The
analyzer emits a visible red beam.
Position the analyzer and barcode so the beam forms a red line that spans
the entire barcode. Increasing distance between the barcode and analyzer
lengthens the red line. The analyzer does not need to touch the barcode.
When the analyzer accepts the barcode, it will beep in acknowledgement
and automatically turn off the beam. The beam will also turn off after 3-4
seconds.
View the data that was scanned by the analyzer and verify that it is correct.
Release the Scan key.
will be displayed and the information scanned will not be able to be viewed.
Operator ID
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Patient ID
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Lot Numbers for Quality Tests
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Cartridge Lot Number
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Rev. Date: 26-Feb-16
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