Rbc Flow Error/Bl; Consecutive Woc Flow Errors/Bl; Consecutive Noc Flow Errors/Bl; Consecutive Rbc Flow Errors/Bl - Abbott CELL-DYN 3200 System Operator's Manual

Section 10
CELL-DYN ® 3200 System Operator's Manual
9140181H—October 2001
Table 10.3 Sample-Related Fault Conditions
RBC FLOW ERROR is displayed on the RUN screen to the right of the RDW result.
"RBC FLOW ER" is printed on the graphics report to the right of the RDW result.
Results for RBC, PLT, and related parameters are suppressed.
– – – - Probable Cause – – – –
1. An increasing RBC count rate was
detected in the optical flow cell
during the RBC measurement.
2. Optical flow cell is dirty or contains
bubbles.
3. Sample Dilution Delivery Problem.
4. Diluent/Sheath flow (partially)
obstructed.

3 consecutive WOC flow errors/BL

3 consecutive NOC flow errors/BL

3 consecutive RBC flow errors/BL

– – – - Probable Cause – – – –
1. Three consecutive flow error
messages occurred during Sample
Loader operation.
Troubleshooting and Diagnostics

RBC Flow Error/BL

– – – - Corrective Action – – –
1. Repeat the sample.
2. Empty/refill flow cell in Special
Protocols
Run AutoClean and/or Extended
AutoClean
3. Check/replace tubing in Sample
Transfer Pump.
Clean Sample Injection Syringe,
check for leakage, and replace as
necessary.
4. Replace Diluent/Sheath Filter.
– – – - Corrective Action – – –
1. Three consecutive flow errors of the
same type will cause the Sample
Loader to halt. Refer to the three
previous messages and
Troubleshooting Tips and
Techniques earlier in this section.
2. If unable to resolve this problem,
contact your Abbott Hematology
Customer Support Center.
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