Getting Started - Setup; Initial Setup; Instrument Status Light; User Interface - Abbott ID NOW NAT-024 Instrument User Manual

3 GETTING STARTED - SETUP

For unpacking and calibration, see Sections 1.4 and 1.5.

3.1 Initial Setup

If the unit is unattended for one hour, the instrument will switch to power save
mode, and the screen will go black. Touch the screen to return the unit to active
display operation.

3.2 Instrument Status Light

The lower right side of the front panel of the ID NOW Instrument includes a white
light. This light should illuminate immediately when the instrument is powered up.
The light statuses are:
State
Slow flash
On solid
Fast flash

3.3 User Interface

All Operator interactions with the ID NOW Instrument are performed using the
instrument touch screen.
Connect the 12V power supply to the instrument.
Plug the appropriate, country specific adapter into
an appropriate electrical outlet.
Power Up: Once the power is connected, press
and hold the Power Button on the right side of the
instrument to power up and start the instrument.
Once the instrument is running, it may be turned
off (shut down) by pressing and holding the Power
Button for 3 seconds or longer.
Indication
Starting up/ heaters not at temperature
Heaters at temperature
Software updates, Hardware fault, or shutting down
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