Testing The Pumps - Bayer HealthCare RapidPoint 400 Series Service Manual

Testing the Pumps

Use this procedure to test the sample pump and the wash pump, which are
located on the system behind the measurement cartridge.
BIOHAZARD:
recommended precautions when working with biohazardous materials.
1. Touch the
2. Touch
Sample Totals
CAUTION:
are at the Diagnostics screen or while you are performing diagnostic tests.
When you exit from the Diagnostics screen, the system may perform an
extended calibration before you can use the system.
3. Touch
Diagnostics
4. Enter the service password, or use the password of the day.
The Diagnostics screen appears.
CAUTION:
wash/waste cartridges in order to observe the pumps during testing.
CAUTION:
removal of the measurement cartridge. Once a measurement cartridge is
removed, the measurement cartridge is likely to fail within a few days after
replacement. Removing the measurement cartridge disconnects the
oxygen sensor from the battery backup circuit and causes a latent failure.
5. Remove the measurement and the wash/waste cartridges:
a. Open the door.
b. Lift the latch.
c. Remove the measurement cartridge.
6. Leave the system door open so that you can view the pumps.
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Refer to Protecting Yourself from Biohazards, for
button.
Recall
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The system cannot perform routine fluidic activities while you
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Before performing this test, remove the measurement and
Ensure that you perform all necessary tests not requiring
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