Manual Structure; Getting Started; Use Of This Manual - QBC Diagnostics Star Operators & Service Manual

Manual Structure

This user's manual contains the following sections:
Section 1 – Introduction – provides an overview of the QBC STAR hematology system, its major com-
ponents, and its uses in the laboratory. An overview of this manual's structure and conventions is
also included.
Section 2 – Installation and Setup – gives specifi cations for installation of the QBC STAR system and
instructions for instrument installation and setup.
Section 3 – Controls and Indicators – explains the use and meaning of all controls and indicators of the
system.
Section 4 – Operation – provides instructions for routine operation.
Section 5 – Performance and Limitations – provides information on instrument performance, such as
operating ranges, precision, accuracy, interfering substances, expected values, etc.
Section 6 – Maintenance – explains all user system maintenance.
Section 7 – Troubleshooting – provides a convenient guide identifying errors and suggesting corrective
actions.
The Glossary explains several terms used in this manual, as well as abbreviations.
The Appendices contain supplemental information, such as warranty, list of parts and accessories, a
software update form, a listing of Becton Dickinson international contacts, specimen collection,
and bibliography.

Getting Started

The QBC STAR system has been designed and tested for ease of use. However, before you begin to use
the instrument, you will fi nd it advantageous to familiarize yourself with the material in this manual, es-
pecially:
• Be sure to read the Summary of Warnings and Cautions on page 1–7.
• Refer to the material in Section 2 – Installation and Setup for information on where to place the
instrument and how to set it up for operation.
• Read Section 3 – Controls and Indicators. It explains the lights, readouts, buttons, switches, etc.
that are found on the instrument.
• Read Section 4 – Operation. It tells you how to perform routine system operations.

Use of this Manual

This user's manual is designed as a reference tool for personnel who operate the QBC STAR Hematology
System on a regular basis. Every attempt has been made to include all information which would be needed
during normal use and maintenance of the system. Should a question arise which is not answered in this
manual, please contact the following (USA):
 Technical Services 1–866–265–1486
Contact(s) are listed in Appendix D.
You can send in your comments or recommendations on this user's manual on the postage-paid Reader
Comment Card at the end of the manual. If you prefer, you can send e-mail to qbcsupport@qbcdiag.com
Other documentation that may be of interest includes:
L–000867(A)
1 – Introduction
1–5