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USER MANUAL
Manufacturer:
GeneReach Biotechnology Corporation
TEL: 886-4-24639869 / FAX: 886-4-24638255
nd
No. 19, Keyuan 2
Road, Central Taiwan Science Park, Taichung City 407, Taiwan
www.genereach.com
E-mail: sales@genereachbiotech.com / Website:
Cat. No.: apcc
2019/06
Be sure to read the manual before use and follow the instructions.

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  • Page 1 USER MANUAL Manufacturer: GeneReach Biotechnology Corporation TEL: 886-4-24639869 / FAX: 886-4-24638255 No. 19, Keyuan 2 Road, Central Taiwan Science Park, Taichung City 407, Taiwan www.genereach.com E-mail: sales@genereachbiotech.com / Website: Cat. No.: apcc 2019/06 Be sure to read the manual before use and follow the instructions.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    POCKIT™ Central Nucleic Acid Analyzer Contents Symbols ......................... 1 Section 1. Introduction ....................2 1.1 Intended Use ......................2 1.2 Product Description ..................... 2 Section 2. General Information .................. 3 2.1 Product Components ................... 3 2.2 Specifications ...................... 3 2.3 Testing Capacity ....................3 2.4 Equipment and Materials Required But Not Provided ........
  • Page 3 POCKIT™ Central Nucleic Acid Analyzer Section 6. Data Review ....................19 6.1 Accessing Test Results ..................19 6.2 Deleting All Data/Resetting to Factory Default ..........19 Section 7. Cleaning and Shipping POCKIT™ Central ......... 21 7.1 Cleaning and Maintenance ................21 7.2 Turning on UV Lamp ..................

  • Page 4: Symbols

    POCKIT™ Central Nucleic Acid Analyzer Symbols Date of manufacturing Manufacturer Catalogue number Serial number Alternative current Protective earth Supplementary fuse Caution, consult instructions for use This product is manufactured in compliance with the European Union’s Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (WEEE) WEEE symbol Directive 2012/19/EU.

  • Page 5: Section 1. Introduction

    Intended users are properly trained laboratory technicians familiar with molecular biology techniques, and those who want to perform iiPCR using reagents developed by GeneReach. Note: The test results should be used as an aid in diagnosis, not to be used as the sole basis for treatment or other patient management decisions.

  • Page 6: Section 2. General Information

    POCKIT™ Central Nucleic Acid Analyzer Section 2. General Information 2.1 Product Components  POCKIT™ Central Nucleic Acid Analyzer × 1 unit  User manual × 1 copy  Setup Tray × 1 piece  Warranty card × 1 copy  Transfer Cartridge × 2 pieces (for transportation protection purpose) 2.2 Specifications ...

  • Page 7: Front View

    POCKIT™ Central Nucleic Acid Analyzer 2.5 Front View        Item Description A touchscreen where users key in the operation commands and Control panel view the results. A slot where users insert the USB flash drive for data USB port acquisition and transfer.

  • Page 8: Rear View

    POCKIT™ Central Nucleic Acid Analyzer 2.6 Rear View    Item Description Two slots where users insert the USB flash drive for data USB ports acquisition. Main switch To turn on/off the main power. To connect to a 18 AWG power cord (300 V, 3×0.824 mm , 1.8 Socket 2.7 Software Version...

  • Page 9: Unpacking

    Note: 1. Inspect the shipping container for obvious shipping damage prior to opening. Report any damage immediately to local distributor or GeneReach with a photo(s). 2. Keep the packaging boxes and accessories provided for future transportation. 3. Set the POCKIT™ Central on a flat, level and stable surface. Avoid setting the device at locations with exposure to direct or reflected sunlight, or to infrared light emitted by electrical devices (such as infrared halogen lamp).

  • Page 10: Section 3. Warnings And Precautions

    Check the device upon receiving. If any item is missing or damaged, please contact your local distributor or GeneReach immediately for replacement. Do not use any damaged items as they may lead to poor performance of the test or harm the user.

  • Page 11: Section 4. Getting Started

    POCKIT™ Central Nucleic Acid Analyzer Section 4. Getting Started 4.1 Initial Setup Note: Set the POCKIT™ Central on a flat, level, stable surface. Avoid placing heavy objects on top of the machine. Plug the power cord into the socket in the back of POCKIT™ Central and to an available electric outlet.

  • Page 12: Main Menu

    POCKIT™ Central Nucleic Acid Analyzer Press End to return to Home screen. 4.2 Main Menu The buttons of Main Menu are for access to the following functions:  Start: Run test  Search Archive  Cleaning/Shipping Setup  UV: Turn on/off UV Lamp ...

  • Page 13: Setting Basic Information

    POCKIT™ Central Nucleic Acid Analyzer Select OK to complete language setting. 2) Date & Time Press On/Off to choose between 12-hour or 24-hour mode. Set the Date & Time by pressing the up and down arrow keys on the touch screen to move between day/month/year hour/minute/second settings.
  • Page 14 To activate or inactivate the alert screen for Door Opening/Closing. About POCKIT™ Central Go to Home > Basic Settings > About POCKIT Central The screen displays information of this device. Error message Go to Home > Basic Settings > Error Message...

  • Page 15: Section 5. Performing A Test

    POCKIT™ Central Nucleic Acid Analyzer Section 5. Performing A Test 5.1 Quick Guide...

  • Page 16: Running Tests

    POCKIT™ Central Nucleic Acid Analyzer 5.2 Running Tests Before the instrument is used for the first time, Operator info and Date & Time settings must be set up before a test can be performed. For further details, please refer to Section 4 Getting Started.
  • Page 17 POCKIT™ Central Nucleic Acid Analyzer Insert the respective sample-loaded Extraction Cartridge. Note: 1. Make sure to remove any residual film from the Extraction Cartridge surface. 2. Please refer to user manual of respective POCKIT™ Central reagent for sample loading instruction. 3.
  • Page 18 POCKIT™ Central Nucleic Acid Analyzer Copying sample information from previous slot (optional). Press Copy to duplicate the sample information from the previous slot. Modify the input information if needed. Confirming test information (Reaction Overview). Check if all the information is correct, press Run to initiate the run.
  • Page 19 1. Please make sure all the consumables are in the corresponding position (refer to the illustration in Troubleshooting). If not, please contact your local distributor of GeneReach for assistance. 2. If special disposal handling are required for Steel Tips due to local regulation, soad used Steel Tips with bleach prior to disposal.

  • Page 20: Aborting Reaction

    POCKIT™ Central Nucleic Acid Analyzer 5.3 Aborting Reaction To stop the run while the reaction is in progress. Press Abort. Press OK to abort or Cancel to continue the run. Note: Do not abort UV irradiation process. The system will initiate resetting. The UV lamp will be automatically turned on for 15 minutes.
  • Page 21 1. Please make sure all the consumables are in the corresponding position (refer to the illustration in Troubleshooting). If not, please contact your local distributor of GeneReach for assistance. 2. If special disposal handling are required for Steel Tips due to local regulation, soad used Steel Tips with bleach prior to disposal.

  • Page 22: Section 6. Data Review

    POCKIT™ Central Nucleic Acid Analyzer Section 6. Data Review 6.1 Accessing Test Results This allows users to access and export test results saved in the Data Archive. Go to Home > Search Archive Enter search criteria, such as date, operator, sample ID or report number.
  • Page 23 POCKIT™ Central Nucleic Acid Analyzer Reset to factory default can be acessed through Basic Settings screen and allows users to restore the instrument to factory default setting. Note: This will delete data of all operator information and test results from the instrument.

  • Page 24: Section 7. Cleaning And Shipping Pockit™ Central

    POCKIT™ Central Nucleic Acid Analyzer Section 7. Cleaning and Shipping POCKIT™ Central 7.1 Cleaning and Maintenance In case of spills and leakage of liquid, cleaning mode can be accessed from Cleaning / Shipping Setup screen. Note: Do not disassemble POCKIT™ Central for cleaning. This will void the warranty. Go to Home >...

  • Page 25: Turning On Uv Lamp

    Note: If the original packaging boxes are lost or damaged, contact local distributor or GeneReach for replacement packaging boxes. Go to Home > Cleaning / Shipping Setup Select Cleaning / Shipping Setup on Home screen, and press Shipping Setup button.
  • Page 26 Note: If the Transfer Cartridges are not available, contact distributor or GeneReach. Press Home to go back to Main menu, switch off the main power in the back of instrument and pull off the power cord...

  • Page 27: Section 8. Display The Result

    *Note: When you see a "！" or “＊ ”, please check if an R-tube is in the corresponding position (refer to the illustration in Troubleshooting). Contact your local distributors or GeneReach for their assistance. 8.2 Reviewing Raw Data 1) Data could be exported to a USB flash drive in Excel and PDF formats right after a run or through Search Archive screen.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    Stain on tray sensor Clean the tray sensor using a dry cotton swab. shown on screen Other failures Long-press the Wake up/Sleep button for 5 seconds to close the door. Contact GeneReach or local distributor for technical support. USB not working USB mulfunction Try other USB drives.

  • Page 29: Reference

    POCKIT™ Central Nucleic Acid Analyzer Lot number error Check if the entered lot number matches with the  product lot number. Contact GeneReach or local distributor for technical  support. Test is aborted due to Unstable power Check if the power voltage matches with the power ...

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