Initial Checks - Mindray BC-2800 Operator's Manual

6.2 Initial Checks

Perform the following checks before turning on the analyzer.
1. Check and make sure the waste container is empty;
2. Check and make sure there are enough reagents;
Samples, controls, calibrator and waste are potentially infectious. Wear
proper personal protective equipment (e.g. gloves, lab coat, etc.) and follow
safe laboratory procedures when handling them in the laboratory.
Dispose of reagents, waste, samples, consumables, etc. according to
government regulations.
3. Checking tubing and power connections ;
Check and make sure the diluent, rinse and waste tubes are properly connected and not
bent;
Check and make sure the power cord of the analyzer is properly plugged into an
electrical outlet.
4. Checking the printer (optional) and recorder;
Check and make sure enough printer or recorder paper is installed. Check and make sure the
power cord of the printer is properly plugged into an electrical outlet. Check and make sure
the printer cable is properly connected to the analyzer.
5. Check keyboard connection.
Check and make sure the keyboard is properly connected to the keyboard interface (marked
"KB") of the analyzer.
Operating Your Analyzer
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