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- Page 1 Document: DOC-00322-EN Revision: A Date Issued: 2009-08-13 CO Number: 09149 Essential Information for the Aerospray AFB Slide Stainer/Cytocentrifuge " (Model 7720), its Accessories and Supplies DOC-00322-ENA.doc Page 1 of 29 ! Wescor, Inc...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
ISPOSAL ..................................25 ROUBLESHOOTING (8.7 )............................26 ETUP AND ROCEDURES (8.7 ) ........................28 ROCESS FOR LEANING ECONTAMINATION (8.7 ) ...................... 29 NVIRONMENTAL PECIFICATIONS AND RECAUTIONS (8.7 )................................29 ISPOSAL OF EVICE DOC-00322-ENA.doc Page 2 of 29 ! Wescor, Inc... -
Page 3: Introduction
" (Model 7720), its accessories and supplies. In particular, it describes any symbols used on labels and on the instrument, hazards associated with the stain reagents used, the intended purpose of the device, lot numbers and expiration dates, and instructions for the use and maintenance of the device. - Page 4 Adjusts the volume of the signal tone sounded when a staining or Power Entry Module cytocentrifuge cycle is complete. Provides connection for a standard IEC 320 Turn clockwise to increase volume. type power cord (provided). DOC-00322-ENA.doc Page 4 of 29 ! Wescor, Inc...
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Page 5: Symbols Used (8.2)
General Symbol for Recovery, Recyclable In vitro Diagnostic Device (In vitro Diagnostic Medical Device) Keep away from sunlight (Keep away from heat) Manufacturer This product must be disposed of separately and not with normal household waste DOC-00322-ENA.doc Page 5 of 29 ! Wescor, Inc... - Page 6 “On” (Power) “Off” (Power) RoHS Pollution Control Serial Number Temperature Limitation – indicates high and low limits (normal room temperatures are specified for all Wescor Reagents). Use By Volume Control General Warning, Caution, Risk of Danger Warning, Biological Hazard Corrosive...
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Page 7: Hazards (8.3)
Phrases. The associated EU Symbols of Danger are T and C. R 10: Flammable R 20/21/22: Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed R 34: Causes burns R 45: May cause cancer R 68: Possible risk of irreversible effects DOC-00322-ENA.doc Page 7 of 29 ! Wescor, Inc... - Page 8 SS-161M – Acid Fast Mycohold Cell Adhesive Concentrate is associated with the following Risk and Safety Phrases. The associated EU Symbol of Danger is Xn. Harmful if swallowed R 52/53: Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment DOC-00322-ENA.doc Page 8 of 29 ! Wescor, Inc...
- Page 9 SS-029C Aerospray Nozzle Cleaning Solution is associated with the following Risk and Safety Phrases. European Symbol of Danger is: None. None None SS-230 Aerospray Stain Residue Solvent is associated with the following Risk and Safety Phrases. European Symbols of Danger are: None. DOC-00322-ENA.doc Page 9 of 29 ! Wescor, Inc...
- Page 10 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show label where possible) SS-103 O-ring/Nozzle Thread Grease is associated with the following Risk and Safety Phrases. European Symbols of Danger are: None. None None DOC-00322-ENA.doc Page 10 of 29 ! Wescor, Inc...
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Page 11: Intended Purpose (8.5)
Intended Purpose (8.5) The Aerospray AFB Stainer/Cytocentrifuge (Model 7720) is a dual-purpose stainer intended for use by medical professionals to " stain microbiological specimens suspected to contain acid fast organisms, a step in standard laboratory practice of diagnosing disease in humans. Addition of the Cytopro rotor allows preparation of slides by cytocentrifugation before staining. Consult the 7620 Cytopro Centrifuge Essential Information for further details. -
Page 12: Identification Of The Device, Accessory, Or Supply Item (8.7A And 8.4B)
SS-161BBG Fluorescence Decolorizer Concentrate, 30 mL (dilute to 500 mL) SS-161AF Potassium Permanganate Concentrate, 200 mL (dilute to 1.8 L) SS-161BP Mycohold Cell Adhesive Concentrate, 100 mL (dilute to 1 L) SS-161M DOC-00322-ENA.doc Page 12 of 29 ! Wescor, Inc... -
Page 13: In Vitro Diagnostic Use (8.7A And 8.4G)
Be sure the nozzles are returned to their original position in the stainer. Flush the instrument drain tube with water to prevent build-up of paper fibers, precipitates, or other materials. • DOC-00322-ENA.doc Page 13 of 29 ! Wescor, Inc... -
Page 14: Operating Instruction (8.7A And 8.4J)
NOTE: When you power up the stainer, or whenever power is interrupted, programming defaults to the full carousel option and the last stain settings used, all of which are indicated on the display. DOC-00322-ENA.doc Page 14 of 29 ! Wescor, Inc... - Page 15 Emergency Stop The STOP button interrupts any cycle immediately. Pressing STOP during a clean or reprime cycle establishes a warning routine that cannot be escaped until a clean and reprime cycle is repeated. DOC-00322-ENA.doc Page 15 of 29 ! Wescor, Inc...
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Page 16: Appropriate Warnings And Precautions (8.7A And 8.4J)
Appropriate Warnings and Precautions (8.7a and 8.4j) Following are warning labels for the device and its reagents. Rear Panel Label Model / Serial Number Label Side Panel Membrane Switch DOC-00322-ENA.doc Page 16 of 29 ! Wescor, Inc... -
Page 17: Composition Of Critical Chemicals In Reagent Products (8.7B)
SS-061CAR Aerospray Acid Fast Reagent C with Auramine and Rhodamine <24% Ethanol <15% Ethylene Glycol <5% Phenol <1% Auramine <1% Rhodamine SS-061M Acid Fast Mycohold Cell Adhesive SS-161M Acid Fast Mycohold Cell Adhesive Concentrate when diluted properly <0.1% Sodium Azide DOC-00322-ENA.doc Page 17 of 29 ! Wescor, Inc... -
Page 18: Storage Conditions And Shelf Life (8.7C)
Run this test if any abnormal results are observed after completing a staining cycle: Spray Pattern Test Remove the carousel from the instrument. Press VOLUME TEST. Press 1 for Pattern Test. Hold a sheet of white paper in front of the carousel hub. DOC-00322-ENA.doc Page 18 of 29 ! Wescor, Inc... - Page 19 D (rear) nozzle volume may be slightly higher or lower. Reagent A will almost always be higher. Reagent E can be higher or lower than the other nozzles (except Reagent A). Low Volume DOC-00322-ENA.doc Page 19 of 29 ! Wescor, Inc...
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Page 20: Special Equipment Required (8.7E)
Excessive Volume If collecting excessive volume, make sure the nozzle is assembled correctly (see Reassembly in Section 6o). If this fails to correct the problem, contact an authorized representative or Wescor for assistance. k. Special Equipment Required (8.7e) See the list of Accessories in Section 6c for the maintenance tools and supplies provided with each stainer. -
Page 21: Procedure For Use (8.7G)
To verify performances see Spray Pattern Test, Spray Volume Test and Interpreting Results in Section 6.j. ii. Maintenance The Aerospray AFB Stainer/Cytocentrifuge (Model 7720) requires little maintenance. To help document the " maintenance, use the following procedures and Preventive Maintenance chart. - Page 22 Disinfect reusable bottles with a 1/10 dilution of bleach. Rinse thoroughly with deionized water. Initial completion of monthly PM. Supervisor checks and initials. ANNUALLY: Check internal and exterior tubing and fittings for cracks, leaks, or any type of deterioration. Replace as needed. DOC-00322-ENA.doc Page 22 of 29 ! Wescor, Inc...
- Page 23 ***Fluorescence Decolorizer should deliver 7.75-11.5 mL. Carbol Fuchsin Decolorizer should deliver 9.0-11.0 mL. © Wescor, Inc WESCOR, INC 370 West 1700 South, Logan, Utah 84321 USA (435) 752-6011 (800) 453-2725 Fax (435) 752-4127 email wescor@wescor.com DOC-00322-ENA.doc Page 23 of 29...
- Page 24 (3) ANNUALLY: date. any corrective action taken to resolve or correct Check internal and exterior tubing and fittings for cracks, leaks, or any problem. type of deterioration. Replace as needed. DOC-00322-ENA.doc Page 24 of 29 ! Wescor, Inc...
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Page 25: Troubleshooting
NOTE: To prevent mixing nozzle parts, use the tube stand inside the Nozzle Maintenance Kit. Place tube containing nozzle parts in the punched hole that corresponds with the reagent line that the nozzle came from. DOC-00322-ENA.doc Page 25 of 29 ! Wescor, Inc... -
Page 26: Setup And Pre-Use Procedures (8.7O)
(I). The power indicator on the front panel should now be on. The display initially shows the software version. NOTE: Leave the power on except when the instrument is serviced or moved. DOC-00322-ENA.doc Page 26 of 29 ! Wescor, Inc... - Page 27 CAUTION! To avoid severe damage, never use reagents containing organic solvents in this instrument unless they are supplied by Wescor or specified in official Wescor formulation instructions. Remove the cap from each bottle. Remove the central portion of the seal.
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Page 28: Process For Cleaning, Decontamination (8.7Q)
Under normal clinical use the Aerospray AFB Stainer/Cytocentrifuge poses very little risk of biological infection to " laboratory workers. The stainer is essentially an environmental surface, which should be kept clean. Only low-level disinfection is required. DOC-00322-ENA.doc Page 28 of 29 ! Wescor, Inc... -
Page 29: Environmental Specifications And Precautions (8.7R)
For additional decontamination, the following procedures provide low to intermediate disinfection. If the stainer is contaminated by unusually hazardous or disinfection resistant organisms, further treatment with appropriate procedures may be necessary. If sending the stainer to Wescor for service or repair, contact Wescor for current decontamination and shipping instructions.
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