Premise This manual contains important information on the functions of the SPOTCHEM EL SE-1520 This manual is issued by : ARKRAY, Inc. Read carefully prior to starting up the unit. It is recommended to retain this manual for future use. This product conforms to the EMC Standard EN61326-2-6:2006. Class of emission: CISPR 11 Class A This instrument is an IVD medical instrument. This product conforms to European Directive 98/79/EC NOTE: This instrument has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful ...
Introduction The SPOTCHEM EL SE-1520 is an electrolyte measuring system. Before operating the SE-1520, please read this manual carefully. This manual contains outlines, instructions for the operation, maintenance and troubleshooting for the SPOTCHEM EL SE-1520. Follow the instructions in this manual in order not to defeat the purpose of protective features of the instrument. Please retain this manual for future reference. ● Always be careful when handling blood samples or urine samples. Incorrect or imprecise procedures may result in exposure to pathogenic microbes. ● This system must be operated only by those trained in proper procedures for clinical testing and handling of hazardous waste.
Notation The following symbols are used in this manual and labels on this instrument to call your attention to specific items. ■Regarding accidents resulting in injury or death To prevent exposure to pathogenic microbes, follow the instructions given herein. To prevent injury and property damage, follow the instructions given herein. ■Regarding damage and performance of products To obtain accurate results, to follow the instructions IMPORTANT given herein. To prevent damage to the instrument and assist you NOTE i n m a k i n g b e s t u s e o f t h e c a p a b i l i t i e s o f t h e instrument, ...
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Caution Labels late setting position Do not touch the late setting position with bare hands. When placing reagents or cleaning the area, wear protective gloves to prevent exposure to pathogenic microbes. late tray The late tray holds reagent to which samples are adhered. When discarding reagents or cleaning the case, wear protective gloves to prevent exposure to pathogenic microbes.
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2-4-1 Normal Measurement 2-18 ………………………………………… 2-5 Calibration 2-23 ………………………………………………………………… 2-5-1 Overview 2-23 …………………………………………………………… 2-5-2 Magnetic Card Calibration 2-23 …………………………… 2-6 Measurement Result 2-25 ……………………………………………… 2-6-1 Printing the Normal Measurement Results 2-25 ……… 3-1 Overview 3-02 Chapter 3 ……………………………………………………………………… 3-1-1 Contents of Each Menu 3-02 Sub Menu …………………………………… 3-2 Measurement Results Menu 3-04 …………………………………...
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Chapter 1 Introduction The SPOTCHEM EL SE-1520 is an electrolyte measurement system using a exclusive E-Plate. Chapter 1 contains functions and measurement principles of SE- 1520. 1-1 Outline 1-1-1 Features 1-1-2 Measurement Types 1-1-3 Measurement Principles 1-1-4 Specifications 1-2 Shipping Carton 1-2-1 Shipping Carton (Analyzer and Accessories) 1-3 Parts Description and Function 1-3-1 Front of the Analyzer 1-3-2 Operator Panel 1-3-3 Back of the Analyzer 1-3-4 Twin Pipette 1-3-5 Twin Pipette II 1-4 Installation 1-4-1 Cautions 1-4-2 Setting Up 1-4-3 First Operation after Installation...
Outline Chapter 1 Introduction 1-1-1 Features The SPOTCHEM EL SE-1520 is an electrolyte measurement system that uses a disposable ion selectivity electrode. It is suitable for immediate tests performed in clinics and small to large hospitals. Simple and fast settings in The ion selectivity electrode enables ● an emergency simultaneous measurement of basic + + − three items (Na , K , and Cl By adopting a pipette support structure ●...
SP - 4430の概要 Chapter 1 Introduction 1-1-2 Measurement Types ■Normal A (normal) sample is measured. The measurement result is identified by the measurement number indicated as Measurement No. XXXX , which is automatically updated. When power is turned on measurement number is set at No. 0001 and it increases sequentially until the power is turned off. Exclusive check plate is used for Check Measurement, ■Check Measurement it be able to control the precision and the result is o u t p u t .
Parts Description and Function Chapter 1 Introduction 1-3-1 Front of the Analyzer 3・Built-in printer 1・Display 7・Magnetic-card reader 2・Operator panel 6・Pipette insertion part 4・Plate setting position Plate transfer part 5・Plate tray Item Functions Display Displays information, such as operating state of the unit and error messages. Operator panel Start or Stop measurement, and enter various kinds of values. Built-in printer Thermal line printer for printing out measurement results and parameter settings. Plate setting position Set the exclusive E-plate. Plate tray Used plate is discarded. Pipette insertion part Insert position for pipetting samples Magnetic-card reader Insert magnetic card, if a new item is added or lot card is loaded 1 - 06 ■ SE-1520...
梱包品の確認 各部の名称とはたらき Chapter 1 Introduction 1-3-2 Operator Panel Item Functions START Start measurement. Select Yes from the Yes/No option. STOP Stop measurement or Cancel the entry. Select No from the Yes/No option. Feed paper the built-in printer into the built-in printer FEED while being pressed. MENU Switch the page on each menu display. Enter alphanumeric characters and symbols. 0〜9 (numeric keys) Select items, move the cursor, switch the pages on ー/. (hyphen/period) the display, and enter minus sign and decimal point. Confirm the entry. Check message to move on to the ENTER next operation. SE-1520 ■ 1 - 07...
装置の設置 Chapter 1 Introduction 1-3-3 Back of the Analyzer 1・Power switch 2・Terminal 3・RS-232C 4・CONT. 5・B.C.R. 6・Paper cover Item Functions Power switch Turn on/off the power. Terminal Connect with the attached AC adapter. RS-232C Connect with the cable of external device. CONT. Adjust the contrast on the display. To enhance the contrast, turn the knob clockwise; to attenuate it, counterclockwise. B.C.R. Connect with handy barcode reader.(optional) Paper cover Open this part to exchange thermal paper. 1 - 08 ■ SE-1520...
梱包品の確認 各部の名称とはたらき Chapter 1 Introduction 1-3-4 Twin Pipette 1・Reference solution button 2・Sample button 3・Eject button 4・Reflection board Item Functions 1 Reference solution button Suction and discharge of reference solution 2 Sample button Suction and discharge of sample 3 Eject button Detachment of pipetting tip Reflection board Informs the system of the condition of pipette operation in the event of sampling SE-1520 ■ 1 - 09...
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装置の設置 Chapter 1 Introduction 1-3-5 Twin Pipette II 1・Reference 2・Sample solution button button 3・Ejection button 9・Reference solution discharge lever 10・Reference solution 5・Nozzle cap suction hook lever 6・Reference solution 7・Reference cylinder 4・Reflection solution board replacement mark 11・Nozzle O-ring 8・ Nozzle cap No. Item Functions 1 Reference solution button Suction and discharge of reference solution 2 ...
Installation Chapter 1 Introduction 1-4-1 Cautions Allow a space of 10cm or more AC100-120V 50 / 60Hz Before setting up the a n a l y z e r , r e a d t h e following notes and always take proper AC220-240V safety precautions.
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各部の名称とはたらき Chapter 1 Introduction Before setting up the a n a l y z e r , r e a d t h e following notes and always take proper safety precautions. D o N O T s e t t h e a n a l y z e r w h e r e Avoid ...
装置の設置 Chapter 1 Introduction 1-4-2 Setting Up Various parts are fixed by tapes or screws in order to avoid scratches or breakage during transportation. Remove these fixtures before setting up the unit. Read carefully 1-4-1 Cautions. To connect the system to external devices, be sure to use proper cables to avoid electric shock or fire. For details, contact your distributor. Required items Analyzer, AC adapter, power cord, exclusive cable (for communication external ) Remove the fixing tape on the maintenance cover Remove the fixing tape adhered ● to the maintenance cover the bottom of the analyzer. Remove the fixing tape on the paper cover Remove the fixing tape adhered ●...
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各部の名称とはたらき Chapter 1 Introduction 1-3-3 装置背面の名称とはたらき Plug in the power cord Connect the AC adapter to the ● power cord. M a k e s u r e t h a t t h e p o w e r ● switch on the rear of analyzer is OFF.
装置の設置 Chapter 1 Introduction 1-4-3 First Operation after Installation This section explains the operation of analyzer, setting of thermal printer paper and entering data and time. Turn on the power to activate the plate transfer part to be set at its ready position. Turn on the power The name of analyzer and Turn on the power on the rear ● S P O T C H E M E L i t s ...
装置の設置 Chapter 1 Introduction 1-4-4 Precautions in Instrument Relocation Read the precautions below carefully and always be mindful of safety when transporting the system. ●Turn off the power and disconnect the power cable before transporting the system. Failure to do so may cause system malfunction. ●When transporting the system, handle the system with both h a n d s a n d a v o i d e x p o s i n g t h e s y s t e m t o i m p a c t s o r vibrations. Failure to do so may cause system malfunction.
Chapter 2 Measurement The SE-1520 is capable of sample measurement. Chapter 2 explains the procedures and outline of each measurement. 2-1 Outline 2-1-1 Operating Procedures 2-1-2 Exclusive E-Plate 2-1-3 Measurement 2-1-4 Calibration 2-2 Cautions 2-2-1 Cautions on Operation 2-2-2 Handling Samples 2-2-3 Handling Exclusive E-Plates 2-2-4 Handling Magnetic Card 2-2-5 Handling Twin Pipette and Twin Pipette II 2-2-6 Handling Reference Solution 2-3 Preparation 2-3-1 Preparation 2-3-2 Startup 2-3-3 Checks before Measurement 2-3-4 Preparation of Samples 2-3-5 Suction of Reference Solution and Samples 2-4 Measurement 2-4-1 Normal Measurement 2-5 Calibration...
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Outline Chapter 2 Measurement 2-1-1 Operating Procedures Turn on the power. Turn off the power at this stage. 【Main Menu】 is displayed. Press 【START】 Press 【STOP】 . or 【1】 . 【Ready Screen 】is displayed. Check exclusive E-plate ● Check before measurement Check samples ● ...
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梱包品の確認 Chapter 2 Measurement 2-1-2 Exclusive E-Plate Exclusive E-Plate is used for this analyzer(sold separately). Exclusive E-Plates is available for each measurement item. 2-1-3 Measurement W i t h t h i s a n a l y z e r , n o r m a l m e a s u r e m e n t a n d c h e c k measurement are available.
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Measurementの Chapter 2 Measurement 2-1-4 Calibration Calibration is performed in the form of calibration by magnetic card using magnetic card. For details, see 2-5-1 Overview . 2 - 04 ■ SE-1520...
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Cautions Chapter 2 Measurement 2-2-1 Cautions on Operation Temperatures between The optimal 20℃ and 25℃ environment Humidity between 30% and 60% Before turning on the power, be I f y o u f i n d a n y a b n o r m a l ●...
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Measurementの Chapter 2 Measurement 2-2-2 Handling Samples Back to room temperature Whole blood, serum, plasma also Stir sample without foaming then ● ● ● Prepare fresh blood (within 1 hour urine are used as samples with distribute it before starting the after collection) and fresh urine. this analyzer. Be aware that they measurement. Allow ...
Measurementの Chapter 2 Measurement 2-2-4 Handling Magnetic Card Do NOT place magnetic cards Do NOT scratch the magnetic ● ● Do NOT use the magnetic card ● near magnetic objects (magnets , surface (stripe). attached to the exclusive E- TV sets. etc) otherwise. The information stored on the P l a t e ...
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Measurementの Chapter 2 Measurement Check before use when using twin pipette Check the Reflection board . ● If the Reflection board on the lower part of the pipette (shiny aluminum board) is stained, wipe off the stain to avoid incorrect measurement. when using twin pipette II Check the Reflection board . Check the reference solution ● ● If ...
Measurementの 2-2-6 Handling Reference Solution Handling Reference Solution Back to room temperature Store reference solution in a Remove the solution from the Always close the lid after use. ● ● ● refrigerator (2-8℃). refrigerator and allow it to reach If the lid is left open, the reference Use it within three months after r o o m t e m p e r a t u r e b e f o r e solution may become concentrated opening.
Preparation Chapter 2 Measurement 2-3-1 Preparation Prepare the necessary items by referring to the following table before normal measurement, and starting magnetic card calibration. Normal Magnetic card Necessary items measuremt calibration ○ × Protective glove Twin pipette ○ × or twin pipette Ⅱ ○ × Exclusive E-Plate ○ × Magnetic card A l l o w t h e e x c l u s i v e E - P l a t e t o r e a c h r o o m t e m p e r a t u r e b e f o r e IMPORTANT measurement.
測定時の注意 Chapter 2 Measurement 2-3-2 Startup This section explains the operation of analyzer, setting of thermal printer paper and entering data and time. Turn on the power to activate the plate transfer part to be set at its ready position. Make sure if there are not something else at the plate transfer part. Turn the power The name of the analyzer Turn on the power on the rear ●...
測定の準備 Chapter 2 Measurement 2-3-3 Checks before Measurement Before starting measurement, check the twin pipette and thermal printer paper. Wear protective globes to prevent exposure to pathogenic microbes. Separate used samples, exclusive E-Plates, tips, and protective gloves from other general waste and dispose of them according to local regulations on biohazardous waste. Set the plate tray The exclusive E-Plate is Set ...
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測定時の注意 Chapter 2 Measurement 2-3-2 装置の始動 Check the Date Check the date displayed on ● S t a n d b y ■■2 0 0 0- 0 4- 0 1 t h e R e a d y S c r e e n . C o r r e c t I D(...
測定時の注意 Chapter 2 Measurement 2-3-4 Preparation of Samples Prepare samples according to the following procedure (See 2- 2-2 Handling Samples ). The handling procedure of sample m a y b e c o m p l e m e n t e d o r m o d i f i e d a c c o r d i n g t o t h e measurement ...
測定の準備 Chapter 2 Measurement 2-3-5 Suction of Reference Solution and Samples ■When using twin pipette Attach a new tip to the twin pipette Attach a tip to the top of the ● twin pipette. ①Make sure the pipette tip is firmly attached to the twin pipette. ②Exchange the pipette tip in each measurement. Do NOT use it again. Draw up the reference solution Press the reference solution ● button to soak the pipetting tip in the reference solution. Then release the button slowly. After suction of the reference solution is completed, close the lid of the reference solution container tightly. If it is left open, solution may evaporate or contaminated and may lead to incorrect measurement.
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測定の準備 Chapter 2 Measurement Wipe the pipetting tip Wipe out excessive reference ● solution or sample adhered to the pipetting tip with tissue paper, etc. Make sure that the level of the reference solution and the sample is approximately same If air is mixed in or the suction ● did ...
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測定の準備 Chapter 2 Measurement Remove the nozzle cap of the reference solution. Take off the nozzle cap and ● place it on the nozzle cap hook of the pipette. W h e n t h e c a p i s r e m o v e d , ● press the reference solution button ...
Measurement Chapter 2 Measurement Measurement can be started when the Main Menu is displayed. When the power of the system is OFF, activate the analyzer by following 2-3-2 Startup . 2-4-1 Normal Measurement This section contains the information on normal measurement for samples. Before measurement, carefully read 2-3 Preparation prepare for measurement. In particular, extreme caution is required for handling samples to prevent accidents. Wear protective gloves to prevent exposure to pathogenic microbes. Prepare samples Prepare ...
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測定時の注意 Chapter 2 Measurement 2-3-5 検体の分注操作 Press the Start button Press [START] or [1] key. ● Go through the checks before ● measurement (see 2-3-3 Checks before Measurement ). Set measurement No. or ID (when necessary) Press [1] key on the Ready ● The sequent number from S t a n d b y ■2 0 0 0 - 0 6 - 1 0 the ...
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Measurement Chapter 2 Measurement ● The entered ID is displayed. D<*****■■■■ > When the barcode reader is ● Press [ENTER]. O K( E N T E R ) used, a message Barcode r e a d e r i s a v a i l a b l e displayed.
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Chapter 2 Measurement Start pipetting Make sure that a message Apply ● sample is displayed. REF. SAMPLE. Insert the twin pipette or the twin ● pipetteⅡ correctry. ● Make sure that a mesage Apply sample is displayed again. The tip of the pipetting nozzle is positioned on the center of the ●...
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Measurement Chapter 2 Measurement 2-4-1 通常測定(連携測定) Measure ● When the twin pipette is pulled out, the plate transfer part automatically moves to the measurement part and electric potential is measured. About one minute later, the measurement result is printed. During this operation, the upper right corner of ...
Calibration Chapter 2 Measurement 2-5-1 Overview Calibration is necessary for maintaining measurement accuracy. By performing calibration, the problems caused by differences among lots are solved and measurement accuracy is maintained. Basically, calibration is performed for each exclusive plate type using exclusive calibrators. However, it will take a long time to perform calibration for all exclusive plates. To reduce the time and trouble, this system performs c a l i b r a t i o n b y r e a d i n g m a g n e t i c c a r d s r e c o r d i n g l o t information of each exclusive plate.
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Measurement Chapter 2 Measurement Insert magnetic cards 1 . C A R D 2 . I n f o Press [1] key. the Magnetic Card ● ( 1/1 ) Entry Screen is displayed. Insert the stripe of item card or ● lot card in the magnetic-card reader. Slide the card as shown as the right. Insert the same stripe in the ● I n s e r t a C a r d . card reader again.
Measurement Result Chapter 2 Measurement 2-6-1 Printing the Normal Measurement Results (1) Normal printing 1・ Measurement date The format of the measurement date is date format . 2・ ID When there is no ID, it becomes blank. ( ID: is not printed.) 3・ Concentration value When the measurement result is out of the measurement range, the following is printed. When the measurement result is over the range: the upper limit of the measurement range are printed. When the measurement result is under the range: the lower limit of the measurement range are printed.
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測定結果のみかた Chapter 2 Measurement 2-6-1 通常測定結果の印字 (2) Survey mode printing Basically the survey mode printing is performed in the same way as normal printing. However, the following is printed in addition to the measurement value of each channel. Printing of measurement values (concentration value, various marks) is 1・ the same as in normal printing. 2・ Concentration values (before correction by coefficient of correlation correction) are printed. 3・ Temperature conversion coefficient: Measurement value = Kt* Measurement value befor conversion. 4・ Unit conversion coefficient: Measurement value =Ku* measurement value befor conversion. 5・ Correlation correction coefficient: Measurement value= Acor× Measurement value before correction + Bcor 2-26 ■ SE-1520...
Chapter 3 Sub Menu The SE-1520 has a main menu and five sub menus. Sub menus are classified by setting items. Chapter 3 explains how to perform Sub Menu settings. 3 - 1 Overview 3-1-1 Contents of Each Menu 3 - 2 Measurement Results Menu 3-2-1 Printing Measurement Results 3-2-2 Transmitting Measurement Results 3-2-3 Deleting Measurement Results 3-2-4 Wildcards 3 - 3 Parameter Menu 3-3-1 Printing Parameters 3-3-2 Entering Parameters 3-3-3 Initializing Parameters 3-4 Maintenance Menu 3-4-1 Cleaning the Probe 3-4-2 Cleaning the Table 3-4-3 Check Measurement 3-5 Mode Menu 3-5-1 Survey Mode 3-6 Built-in Clock Adjustment...
Overview Chapter 3 Sub Menu 3-1-1 Contents of Each Menu If [STOP] key is pressed ■ MAIN MENU d u r i n g o p e r a t i o n , t h e When warm-up is completed after turning on the power, MAIN MENU is setting ...
測定時の注意 Chapter 3 Sub Menu 2-2-1 操作上の注意 Measurement Results Menu Item Description Reference Item 1. P r i n t Prints measurement results stored in memory. 3-2-1 Search by date and ID is available. Printing measurement results 2. T r a n s m i t Transmits measurement results stored in memory 3-2-2 to an external device. Transmitting measurement results ...
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Measurement Results Menu Chapter 3 Sub Menu 3-2-1 Printing Measurement Results If [STOP] key is pressed Measurement results (up to 50 samples) stored in memory can d u r i n g o p e r a t i o n , t h e be printed out. The printing type can be chosen from the previous screen is restored.
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測定時の注意 Chapter 3 Sub Menu 2-2-1 操作上の注意 Select samples to print If the range of measurement Enter the dates of starting and ● D a t e <99ー1 2ー1 5>Y MD dates (the dates of starting f i n i s h i n g m e a s u r e m e n t b y and ...
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測定結果メニュー Chapter 3 Sub Menu 3-2-2 Transmitting Measurement Results If [STOP] key is pressed Measurement results (up to 50 samples) stored in memory can d u r i n g o p e r a t i o n , t h e be transmitted. p r e v i o u s s c r e e n ...
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測定時の注意 Chapter 3 Sub Menu 2-2-1 操作上の注意 Select samples to transmit If the range of measurement Enter the dates of starting and ● D a t e <99ー12ー1 5>Y MD dates (the dates of starting finishing measurements by and finishing measurements) t o <0 0ー0 2ー05> i s n o t s p e c i f i e d , p r e s s m o v i n g ...
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測定結果メニュー Chapter 3 Sub Menu 3-2-3 Deleting Measurement Results All the measurement results stored in memory can be deleted. Display setting screen P r e s s [ 2 ] k e y o n t h e M A I N ● 1 . R e s u l t s 2...
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測定時の注意 Chapter 3 Sub Menu 3-2-4 Wildcards ■ wildcards Wildcards can be used for ID search. Wildcards are two special characters, "?" and "*", indicating a single or any number of characters. "?" indicates a single character. ● "*" indicates any number (including zero) of characters. ● For instance, if "????" is entered, 4-character IDs are searched. If "A*" is entered, IDs starting with "A" are searched. The following table shows details.
Parameter Menu Chapter 3 Sub Menu 3-3-1 Printing Parameters The present parameter settings can be printed out. Display setting screen P r e s s [ 2 ] k e y o n t h e M A I N ● 1 . R e s u l t s 2...
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測定時の注意 Chapter 3 Sub Menu 3-3-2 パラメータの入力 1・ Measurement item name 2・ Measurement item No. 3・ Sample type Correction coefficient 4・ Serum correction coefficient 5・ Plasma correction coefficient 6・ Whole blood correction coefficient 7・ Urine correction coefficient 8・ Measurement range 9・ Measurement value range〔Unit〕 10・ Blood range 11・ Urine range 12・ Normal value range〔Unit〕 13・ Blood range 14・ Urine range 15・ Temperature compensation value(25℃: 25℃ ,30℃: 30℃ ,No correction: ーーー SE-1520 ■ 3 - 11...
メンテナンス Chapter 3 Sub Menu 3-3-2 Entering Parameters If you press [STOP] key is Parameters for Coefficient of correlation correction , Normal pressed during entry, the entry is cancelled and the value range and Correction Temperature can be set. c u r s o r r e t u r n s t o t h e previous "[ ]" or "< >".
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パラメータメニュー Chapter 3 Sub Menu 3-3-1 パラメータ設定内容の印字 Set coefficient factors Enter minus signs and Enter the coefficient factor "A" ● S e r u m a〈 1 . 0 0 0 〉 decimal points by using the "- by using the numeric keys. /." key. S - 0 2 b〈 0 . 0 0 0 〉 To enter a minus sign, press Any ...
パラメータメニュー Chapter 3 Sub Menu Set all the parameters Press [START] or [STOP] key. ● W r i t i n g … / When [START] key is pressed, the parameter settings are stored and the Select Item screen is restored. When [STOP] key is pressed, ● [ N o . 0 2:K ]...
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パラメータメニュー Chapter 3 Sub Menu Initialize parameters Besides [hyphen (−)] key Press [hyphen (−)] key to select ● [ N o . 0 3:C l ] c a n b e u s e d t o s e l e c t measurement item to initialize.
Maintenance Menu Chapter 3 Sub Menu 3-4-1 Cleaning the Probe When [1. Probe] is selected, the ● block inside the analyzer moves. Open the maintenance cover of the bottom to clean the probe pin. See "4-3-2 Cleaning the Probe" for the details. 3-4-2 Cleaning the Table When [2. Table] is selected, the ● plate transfer part is drawn back inside the system.
Mode Menu Chapter 3 Sub Menu 3-5-1 Survey Mode T h e S u r v e y M o d e i s Switch to the Survey Mode. When measurement is done in the canceled automatically if Survey Mode, raw data can be printed out besides ordinary the power is turned off. measurement results (see 2-6 "Measurement Result" for details of printouts).
Built-in Clock Adjustment Chapter 3 Sub Menu 3-5-2 コントロール測定モード Set the date and time of the built-in clock. Once you set the date and time, resetting is not necessary, however, some adjustment may be required in a long period of use. Display setting screen P r e s s [ 2 ] k e y o n t h e M A I N ●...
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Chapter 4 Maintenance After measurements are finished for the day, turn OFF the power. Chapter 4 explains the maintenance of the system. 4-1 Outline 4-1-1 Frequency of Maintenance 4-2 Daily Maintenance 4-2-1 Cleaning the Plate Tray 4-2-2 Cleaning the Plate Transfer Part 4-3 Periodical Maintenance 4-3-1 Replacement of Thermal Printer Paper 4-3-2 Cleaning the Probe 4-3-3 Cleaning the Twin PipetteⅡ 4-3-4 Replacement of Nozzle O-ring SE-1520 ■ 4 - 01...
Outline Chapter 4 Maintenance 4-1-1 Frequency of Maintenance The following table shows the parts that require maintenance and the frequency of maintenance. Perform daily or periodical maintenance according to the table. Cleaning part Frequency Page Cleaning of Plate Tray Daily 4-2-1 Cleaning of Plate Transfer Part Daily 4-2-2 Replacement of Thermal Printer Paper When a red line appears on the both sides 4-3-1 Cleaning of Probe Once every 500 measurements 4-3-2 Cleaning of Twin PipetteⅡ Once a month 4-3-3 Replacement of Nozzle O-ring About once a year 4-3-4 Wear protective gloves to prevent exposure to pathogenic microbes for cleaning of the parts marked with "...
Daily Maintenance Chapter 4 Maintenance 4-2-1 Cleaning the Plate Tray Wear protective gloves to prevent exposure to pathogenic microbes. Separate used samples, tips and protective gloves from general waste and dispose of them according to local regulations on biohazardous waste. Discard the used plates in the plate tray. After measurements are finished for the day (or whenever necessary), discard them. 4-2-2 Cleaning the Plate Transfer Part Wear protective gloves to prevent exposure to pathogenic microbes. Separate used samples, tips and protective gloves from general waste and dispose of them according to local regulations on biohazardous waste. When the plate transfer part b e c o m e s d u s t y a n d d i r t y , wipe ...
Periodical Maintenance Chapter 4 Maintenance 4-3-1 Replacement of Thermal Printer Paper A red line on both sides of the printer paper is the sign of paper running short. The line is appeared, replace it with a new roll. One roll of paper can be used for approximately 500 measurements. Requirements Thermal printer paper, Scissors Open the Paper Cover and cut printer paper M a k e s u r e t h a t t h e M A I N ●...
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Maintenanceの Chapter 4 Maintenance 4-1-1 Maintenanceの目安 Prepare new printer paper Cut off a single turn of the ● paper of the new roll. Cut the paper end straight to avoid a paper jam. Set the new printer paper Place the new roll of paper in ● the paper holder, with the paper end facing up. Be careful of the paper cutter. ● Insert the paper end into the ●...
Chapter 4 Maintenance 4-3-2 Cleaning the Probe For probe cleaning, perform measurements with the check plate. If an error occurs after the measurement, clean the probe according to the following procedure. Prepare the check plate. Correctly insert the check plate so that the arrows on the check plate face forward. Select [3. Check Meas] on the ● Maintenance Menu. Set the check plate and press ● [START] key. T h e a n a l y z e r r e a d s t h e b a r ●...
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Chapter 4 Maintenance When errors are detected Wear protective gloves to prevent exposure to pathogenic microbes. Separate used samples, tips and protective gloves from general waste and dispose of them according to local regulations on biohazardous waste. S e l e c t [ 1 . P r o b e ] o n t h e ● Maintenance Menu of the Sub Menu. If [Please turn off.] is displayed, turn off the power of analyzer. Place the analyzer on the side ●...
Maintenanceの Chapter 4 Maintenance 4-3-3 Cleaning the Twin PipetteⅡ Replacement of nozzle cap By using nozzle caps, precipitate from ● reference solution adheres to the inside of the nozzle caps. When a large amount of precipitate from reference solution is adhered to the inside of the nozzle cap, remove the nozzle cap and replace it with a new or clean nozzle cap.
Maintenanceの Chapter 4 Maintenance 4-3-4 Replacement of Nozzle O-ring The tip where the pipetting tip is attached has 2 nozzle O-ring. Worn-out nozzle O-ring leads to incorrect sealing or sampling. Replace nozzle O-ring (large and small) about once a year. Replacement of nozzle O-ring Cut and remove the attached nozzle O-ring with a needle. D o n o t i n j u r e t h e n o z z l e , otherwize ...
Error Messages Chapter 5 Troubleshooting 4-1-1 お手入れの目安 If an error occurs, an alarm sounds and the error message is displayed. Press [STOP] key to stop the alarm. The error is cancelled and the Main Menu is displayed. To avoid the recurrence of errors, confirm that the Main Menu is displayed and take the proper measures described below. Confirm the condition, turn off the power and contact your distributor. Wear protective gloves to prevent exposure to pathogenic microbes. Separate used samples, tips and protective gloves from general waste and dispose of them according to local regulations on biohazardous waste. Description and error messages Problems and causes Remedy. T h e p i p e t t e w a s n o t r e m o v e d Remove ...
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毎日のお手入れ Chapter 5 Troubleshooting 4-2-1 試験片テーブルの清掃 Description and error messages Problems and causes Remedy. The magnetic card is not correct. Insert the correct card. ● ● Defective magnetic card. ● E25 Wrong card OK(ENTER) The stripe of the magnetic card is Read the correct stripe. ● ● not correct. Defective magnetic card. ● E26 Wrong stripe OK(ENTER) T h e c l o c k i s n o t a d j u s t e d Reset the date and time.
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Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Description and error messages Problems and causes Remedy Carry out the calibration by the ● Measurement is performed without ● magnetic card in the box of E- reading in any information on the Plate before the measurement. magnetic card. If the same trouble occurs, ● No lot data contact your distributor. Measurement is performed at the Be sure to measure at the ● ● outside of the room temperature specified room temperature.
Trouble Messages Chapter 5 Troubleshooting 4-1-1 お手入れの目安 When trouble occurs with the analyzer, measurement stops, an alarm sounds and the trouble message will be displayed. Press [STOP] key to stop the alarm. The error is cancelled and the Main Menu is displayed. According to the System Initializing Confirmation Display, press [ENTER] key and the internal system of the analyzer is initialized. When initialization is finished, the Main Menu is displayed. ...
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トラブルメッセージ Chapter 5 Troubleshooting 4-2-1 試験片テーブルの清掃 Description and troubles Problems and causes Remedy Abnormal PMC Turn on the power again. ● ● Internal cables are disconnected. If the same trouble occurs, ● ● contact your distributor. T20 PMC trouble OK(ENTER) A b n o r m a l a n a l o g u e c i r c u i t o f Turn on the power again.
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Chapter 6 Appendix 6 - 1 Transmission Specifications 6-1-1 External Output Format 6-1-2 Block Structure 6-1-3 Format of Measurement Results 6 - 2 After-sales Service SE-1520 ■ 6 - 01...
Transmission Specifications Chapter 6 Appendix 6-1-1 External Output Format External output format Bit-serial output in compliance with RS-232 C Transmission format Start-stop system (asynchronous) Data format One character is composed of the following 11 bits. Start bit: 1 bit Data bit: 7 bit (ASCII code) Parity bit: 1 bit (even parity) Stop bit: 2 bit Baud rate 9600bps Hand shake Control by CTS or RTS is possible. (By default setting, this control is not performed.) XON/XOFF control is not available. Time gap Two second waiting time is inserted between each block (from<ETX> to <STX>).
毎日のお手入れ Chapter 6 Appendix 6-1-2 Block Structure The block structure has a certain rule. One block consists of start, data and end. This is illustrated as below in the following explanations. start data Start (S) ● The start of each block is < STX >. The start of block is described as S in the following illustration. Data ● The data (text) of each block is the main body of transmission content, and is described by ASCII character arrangement. < CR >, < LF >, < RS > or < US > is sometimes involved in the data. Controlling characters other than these are not included. End ( E ) ● The end of each block is < ETX >. The end of block is described as E in the following illustration. SE-1520 ■ 6 - 03...
索引 Chapter 6 Appendix 6-1-3 Format of Measurement Results The measurement results are the same as the "Normal format" in SE-1510 English mode. The program is designed to receive the measurement results (normal format) in SE-1510 English mode receives the measurement results of SE-1520 normally. measurement result Normal measurement result 001 002 003 004 005 006 007 008 009 □ □ / □ □ / □ □ ...
After-sales Service Chapter 6 Appendix 6-1-1 外部出力仕様 ■Warranty A warranty is included in the packaging box for this analyzer. The warranty is necessary when the analyzer needs to be repaired. After filling in the required information and confirming the described contents, keep the certificate in a safe place.
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