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Reagent Load/Calibration
Reagent Load
Figure 4.9 Reagent Carousel
1. Cartridge
2. Top Positions
3. Bottom Positions
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To load reagent:
• When the screen prompts you to load the cartridge, open the reagent carousel door. Move
the cartridge in front of the bar code reader. A beep will indicate that the bar code is read.
• Check the screen to verify reagent data is added to the selected position. If the bar code
does not scan, manually type the information.
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Close the reagent carousel door.
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If multiple positions are selected to load or unload, repeat Step 4-6.
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Before processing samples, calibrate and run QC if needed.
Reagent Parameters
Calibration parameters specific for a particular reagent lot are included with certain multipoint,
non-linear reagent cartridges. These parameters are referred to as Reagent Lot Specific Parameters.
The Reagent Lot Specific Parameters, contained in four bar codes, are included on a card in the
Reagent Kit.
These parameters:
• are loaded as part of a reagent load whenever the parameters are not found in the database.
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