1. Safety The following symbols mean: Caution! Read these operating instructions fully before use and pay particular attention to sections containing this symbol. GENERAL SAFETY Operation of the unit must be carried out according to the given operating instructions. ...
2. General Information Digital differential cell counter μDCC-100 is designed for use in hematology laboratories, these microcontroller based differential cell counters calculate percent (%) and absolute WBC values with a feature of alert activated at every 100 counts with an option of 100 count lockout. Channels are displayed simultaneously on a bright backlit LCD screen.
3. Getting started UNPACKING: Remove packing materials carefully and retain for future shipment or storage of the unit. THE UNIT SET INCLUDES: Digital differential cell counter…………………………………………………………………………1 unit Power supply unit………………………………………………………………………………………1 unit Operating Instructions………………………………………………………………………………….1 unit SET UP: Place the unit upon even horizontal non-flammable surface away from any flammable materials (not less than 30 cm);...
4. Operation Fig. 1 MODE-A (NORMAL CELL PARTICLES) Connect power supply to the mains. Switch ON the unit and the display shows MODE-A (Fig.1) where normal cell particles (Poly, Lym, Mon, Eos, Bas and Extra) are counted by pressing the respective key given below each cell particle’s name.
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Fig. 2 MODE-B (ABNORMAL CELL PARTICLES) Press MODE key (Fig. 1/) to choose MODE-B (Fig. 2) where abnormal cell particles (Blast, Myelo, Metamye, Band, Plasme and Extra) are counted by pressing the respective key given below each cell particle’s name. MODE-B is indicated by a glow of red led light (Fig.
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Fig.3 MODE-C (FUNCTIONS) Press MODE key (Fig. 1/) to choose MODE-C (Fig. 3) for FUNCTIONS like Percentage calculator, Record, Stop Watch, Timer and Beep (Key sound). MODE-C is indicated by a glow of green led light (Fig. 3/). Press MODE key (Fig. 1/) to select from MODE-A, B & C. Each press of MODE key (Fig.
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FUNCTIONS PERCENTAGE % Percentage function enable user to calculate the % value of individual cell particle with TOTAL value. Fig. 4 Percentage Value Press %/ key (Fig. 3/) to see % value of Normal cell particles followed up by % value of Abnormal cell particles by pressing %/...
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RECORD Record function allows user to view, print and delete stored data. Fig. 5 Record 4.10 Select “View Record” or “Delete Record” by pressing (Up), (Down) and press (Enter) key to select function. 4.11 To view stored results select appropriate Record no. / Sample Id. using (Up), (Down) and press ...
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4.12 To delete stored data select ”Delete Record”. by pressing (Up), (Down) and (Enter) key, which display the following message. Select “Sample Id” to delete record “One by one” or “All record” to delete all stored data by pressing (Up), (Down) and (Enter) key. Digital differential cell counter μDCC-100 Page 11 Operating instructions...
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STOP WATCH Fig. 6 Stop watch 4.13 To start and stop the “Stop watch” press stop watch key (Fig.6/). Reset stop watch by “Clear” key (Fig.6/). Maximum stopwatch limit can be up to 99 Hours, 59 Minutes and 59 Seconds. Digital differential cell counter μDCC-100 Page 12 Operating instructions...
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TIMER Fig. 7 Timer 4.14 Set desired “Countdown Timer” by pressing “Timer” key (Fig.7/). Set parameter in order of Hours (HH), Minutes (MM) and Seconds (SS) respectively by pressing (Up), (Down) and (Enter) key. Maximum timer limit can be set up to 99 Hours, 59 Minutes and 59 Seconds. 4.15 Unit will give”...
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SETUP FUNCTIONS SET DATE & TIME Fig. 8 Set Date Time 4.16 Keep pressing “Mode” key (Fig.8/) with “On/Off” key to “Set Date & Time” (Fig.8). 4.17 Set parameter in order of Date, Month, Year, Hours and Minutes respectively by pressing ...
5. Specifications The unit is designed for operation in cold rooms and closed laboratory rooms at ambient temperature from +10°C to +40°C. Technical specifications Total 12 types of cell particles can be counted under NORMAL & ABNORMAL category. NORMAL Cell particles : Poly (Neutrophils) Lymphocytes Monocytes...
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DIGITAL DIFFERENTIAL CELL COUNTER DISPLAY MODE LED KEYBOARD CABINET RS232 OUTPUT 12V/9V DC IN PUSH BUTTON ON/OFF Digital differential cell counter μDCC-100 Page 16 Operating instructions...
6. Guarantee and Service Guarantee When used in laboratory conditions according to this manual, this product is guaranteed for ONE year against faulty materials or workmanship. Service & Maintenance There are no user-serviceable parts inside the unit. For all maintenance and repairs return to our service department or our distributor.
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Delta medical equipment services E-28 krishna leela society, Pancham co-op bank lane, Harni varashiya ring road, Vadodara 390006 Gujarat India Tele/Fax: +91 265 2530613 Email: deltamedical@rocketmail.com Digital differential cell counter μDCC-100...