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- Page 1 Platelet Storage Instructions for Use and Operation Manual Pro Line Incubator - Pro Line Agitator Countertop Incubator PC100-Pro PC900-Pro PC1200-Pro Countertop Agitator PF15-Pro PF48-Pro PF96-Pro 360415/A...
- Page 2 Helmer Scientific. Helmer Scientific assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in the informational content contained in this material. For the purpose of clarity, Helmer Scientific considers only the most recent revision of this document to be valid.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Helmer Scientific Pro LIne Platelet Storage Instructions for Use Contents About this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Intended Audience . - Page 4 Helmer Scientific Pro LIne Platelet Storage Instructions for Use Pro Line Platelet Agitator (installed in Platelet Incubator) Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Location .
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Page 5: About This Manual
Helmer Scientific Pro LIne Platelet Storage Instructions for Use About this Manual 1 .1 Intended Audience This manual provides information on how to use the Pro Line platelet incubator and platelet agitator. It is intended for use by end users of the platelet incubator and platelet agitator and authorized service technicians. -
Page 6: Avoiding Injury
Helmer Scientific Pro LIne Platelet Storage Instructions for Use Symbols found on the units The following symbols may be found on the incubator or agitator or incubator packaging or agitator packaging: Caution: Risk of damage to equipment or Refer to documentation danger to operator 1 .5... -
Page 7: General Recommendations
Helmer Scientific Pro LIne Platelet Storage Instructions for Use 1 .6 General Recommendations General Use Platelet Incubator Platelet Agitator Allow platelet incubator or platelet agitator to come to room Allow platelet agitator to come to room temperature before temperature before switching power on. -
Page 8: Platelet Incubator (Stand-Alone)
Helmer Scientific Pro LIne Platelet Storage Instructions for Use Platelet Incubator (stand-alone) Installation 2 .1 Location Note Hot ambient temperatures with high humidity may cause condensation on the outside of the incubator. ♦ Has a sturdy, level surface. ♦ Has a grounded outlet meeting national electric code (NEC) and local electrical requirements. -
Page 9: Chart Recorder
Helmer Scientific Pro LIne Platelet Storage Instructions for Use 2 .3 Chart Recorder Note For complete information, refer to the Temperature Chart Recorder Operation and Service Manual. Chart recorder with paper and battery installed. Table 1 . Chart Recorder Label... -
Page 10: Pro Line Platelet Incubator Operation
Helmer Scientific Pro LIne Platelet Storage Instructions for Use Pro Line Platelet Incubator Operation 3 .1 Initial Start-Up 1. Plug the power cord into a grounded outlet meeting the electrical requirements on the product specification label. 2. Turn the AC power switch ON. 3. Turn the backup battery switch ON. 4. The Start screen is displayed. -
Page 11: Operation
Helmer Scientific Pro LIne Platelet Storage Instructions for Use 3 .2 Operation Notes • Refer to the i.C User Guide for complete information regarding the i.C User Interface. • The i.C³ Home screen displays temperature and alarm information, and provides icons to gain access to other functions of the i.C³. -
Page 12: Change Temperature Setpoint
Helmer Scientific Pro LIne Platelet Storage Instructions for Use 3 .4 Change Temperature Setpoint > Enter Settings password. Select Temperature Setpoints. Touch minus (-) or plus (+) on spin box to change value. Settings screen Notes • Default Settings password is 1234. -
Page 13: Active Alarms
Helmer Scientific Pro LIne Platelet Storage Instructions for Use 3 .6 Active Alarms Active alarms are displayed on the Home screen. Refer to Appendix A for a list of potential active alarms. Home screen with active alarm Notes • When the door switch is bypassed, the incubator and door open alarm continue to operate as if the door is closed. -
Page 14: Electronic Access Control (Optional)
Helmer Scientific Pro LIne Platelet Storage Instructions for Use 3 .9 Electronic Access Control (Optional) Allows user-specific secure access to the incubator. The Access Control Setup screen can be opened from the Access Log screen or by choosing the Access Setup button from the Users and Passwords screen. Notes • During a power failure, the optional Access Control lock will remain locked. It can be unlocked using backup battery power until battery power is depleted or until the backup battery switch is switched OFF. -
Page 15: Pro Line Platelet Agitator (Stand-Alone)
Helmer Scientific Pro LIne Platelet Storage Instructions for Use Pro Line Platelet Agitator (stand-alone) Installation 4 .1 Location • The product should not be used adjacent to other equipment. If adjacent use is necessary, the product should be observed to verify normal operation in the configuration in which it will be used. • The use of accessories other than those specified for the product by Helmer is not recommended. They may result in increased emissions or decreased immunity of the device. -
Page 16: Mounting Brackets
Helmer Scientific Pro LIne Platelet Storage Instructions for Use 4 .3 Mounting Brackets Mounting brackets are included and may be installed for use inside the incubator or in stand-alone configuration. Install Mounting Brackets 1. Carefully place the agitator on its back on a solid surface allowing access to the bottom of the unit. 2. Locate the two nutserts in the right or left side toward the front of the unit and align with the two holes in the mounting bracket. -
Page 17: Load The Platelet Agitator
Helmer Scientific Pro LIne Platelet Storage Instructions for Use 4 .6 Load the Platelet Agitator Table 2 . Agitator Capacity Capacity Model WBD/Random Bags SDP/Apheresis Bags PF15-Pro 15 (2 per drawer; 3 per shelf) 7 (1 per drawer/shelf) PF48-Pro 48 (6 per drawer/shelf) -
Page 18: Pro Line Platelet Agitator Operation
Helmer Scientific Pro LIne Platelet Storage Instructions for Use Pro Line Platelet Agitator Operation 5 .1 Initial Start-Up Use only rechargeable 9V NiMH batteries (1 included) for backup power to the motion alarm. Notes • Backup battery may need charging for 24 to 48 hours prior to use. Charging occurs when system is on facility power. -
Page 19: Enable Or Disable Motion
Helmer Scientific Pro LIne Platelet Storage Instructions for Use Alarm Delay The duration of time between when agitation stops and when the alarm sounds is the alarm delay. The alarm delay is set using the alarm delay control. Notes • The minimum alarm delay that can be set is approximately 10 seconds. -
Page 20: Pro Line Platelet Agitator (Installed In Platelet Incubator)
Helmer Scientific Pro LIne Platelet Storage Instructions for Use Pro Line Platelet Agitator (installed in Platelet Incubator) Installation 6 .1 Location Notes • Only Helmer Pro Line platelet agitator may be used with Pro Line platelet incubator. • Hot ambient temperatures with high humidity may cause condensation on the outside of the incubator. -
Page 21: Power And Communication Connection
Helmer Scientific Pro LIne Platelet Storage Instructions for Use 6 .3 Power and Communication Connection Notes • Use only the DC power cord supplied with the incubator when configuring the agitator within the incubator. • Ensure the angled end of the DC power cord is attached to the agitator. • Ensure AC power and backup battery power are turned OFF prior to connecting a Pro Line agitator to a Pro Line incubator. -
Page 22: Placement And Leveling
Helmer Scientific Pro LIne Platelet Storage Instructions for Use 6 .5 Placement and Leveling • The product should not be used adjacent to other equipment. If adjacent use is necessary, the product should be observed to verify normal operation in the configuration in which it will be used. • The use of accessories other than those specified for the product by Helmer is not recommended. They may result in increased emissions or decreased immunity of the device. -
Page 23: Pro Line Platelet Agitator Operation
Helmer Scientific Pro LIne Platelet Storage Instructions for Use Pro Line Platelet Agitator Operation When a platelet agitator is installed in a platelet incubator, power is supplied to the agitator through a dedicated DC power cord. Motion data is transmitted between the platelet agitator and platelet incubator through the data cable. The platelet incubator interprets the motion data and provides information regarding the status and state of the agitator. - Page 24 Helmer Scientific Pro LIne Platelet Storage Instructions for Use Enable and Disable Motion Alarm 1. Switch the motion alarm ON/OFF switch ON. 2. Set volume to desired level. 3. Switch the motion alarm ON/OFF switch OFF. NOTICE If motion stops while the motion alarm is switched OFF, communication of the alarm (visual, audible, and signals to other external devices) is suppressed.
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Page 25: Enable Or Disable Motion
Helmer Scientific Pro LIne Platelet Storage Instructions for Use 7 .4 Enable or Disable Motion Agitation switch. Agitator Speed Control Notes • For a platelet agitator in stand-alone configuration or installed in a platelet incubator, switching the agitation ON/OFF switch OFF will stop the agitation motion. • For a platelet agitator installed in a platelet incubator, the communication switch must be switched to 1. If the communication switch is set to X, the agitator will not start/stop based on the platelet incubator door position. - Page 26 Helmer Scientific Pro LIne Platelet Storage Instructions for Use Note Default Setup password is 1234. Setup Agitator(s) 1. From the Home screen, select the AgiTrak icon 2. Select Agitator Setup button. A numeric keypad appears. 3. Enter the Agitator Setup password. The Agitator Setup screen appears.
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Page 27: Product Specifications
Helmer Scientific Pro LIne Platelet Storage Instructions for Use Product Specifications 8 .1 Operating Standards These units are designed to operate under the following environmental conditions: Platelet Incubator Platelet Agitator ♦ Indoor use only ♦ Indoor use only ♦ Altitude (maximum): 2000 m ♦... - Page 28 Helmer Scientific Pro LIne Platelet Storage Instructions for Use Table 6. Pro Line Platelet Storage Specifications PC100-Pro PC900-Pro PC1200-Pro PF15-Pro PF48-Pro PF96-Pro Height 27.2” (689 mm) 30.4” (772 mm) 30.4” (772 mm) 13.5” (343 mm) 14.9” (379 mm) 14.9” (379 mm) Width 20.8” (528 mm) 26.0”...
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Page 29: Compliance
Helmer Scientific Pro LIne Platelet Storage Instructions for Use Compliance 9 .1 Safety Compliance This device complies with the requirements of directive 93/42/EEC concerning Medical Devices, as amended 0086 by 2007/47/EC. This product is certified to applicable UL and CSA standards by a NRTL. This product is IECEE CB Scheme certified and complies with national differences for safety certification beyond IEC 61010-1-12 3rd edition. 9 .2 Environmental Compliance This device complies with the 2011/65/EU Directive for the Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). - Page 30 Helmer Scientific Pro LIne Platelet Storage Instructions for Use Electromagnetic Immunity Immunity Test Compliance Level Electromagnetic Environment - Guidance Floors should be wood, concrete or ceramic tile. If floors are Electrostatic discharge ±8 kV contact (ESD) IEC 61000-4-2 ±15 kV air covered with synthetic material, the relative humidity should be at...
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Page 31: Appendix A: I .Series Active Alarms
Helmer Scientific Pro LIne Platelet Storage Instructions for Use Appendix A: i .Series Active Alarms Alarm Description Primary Monitor Probe High Temp Primary monitor probe reading is above high temperature alarm setpoint Primary Monitor Probe Low Temp Primary monitor probe reading is below low temperature alarm setpoint... -
Page 32: Appendix B: I .Series Application Icons
Helmer Scientific Pro LIne Platelet Storage Instructions for Use Appendix B: i .Series Application Icons Icon Icon Icon Description Description Description Icon Description Home Temperature Graph CSV Download Save Event Log Alarm Test PDF Download Cancel Mute Information Logs Upload... - Page 33 Helmer Scientific 14400 Bergen Boulevard, Noblesville, IN 46060 USA 360415/A Copyright © 2020 Helmer, Inc.
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