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Page 2: Premise
Premise Thank you for purchasing our compact urine analyzer, the PocketChem UA PU-4010. This manual contains important information on the functions of the PocketChem PU-4010. This manual is issued by ARKRAY, Inc. Read carefully prior to starting up the unit. -
Page 3: Introduction
ARKRAY, Inc. • The information in this manual is subject to change without notice. • ARKRAY, Inc. has made every effort to prepare this manual as best as possible. Should you discover anything strange, incorrect or missing, contact your distributor. -
Page 4: Symbols And Signages
Symbols and Signages The following symbols are used in this manual and labels on this instrument to call your attention to specific items. For Your Safety Follow the instructions given here to prevent exposure to pathogenic microbes. Follow the instructions given here to prevent injury and property damage. -
Page 5: Installation Precautions
Installation Precautions Before installation of the instrument, read the instructions in this section and always take proper safety precautions. 7 cm 7 cm (3 inches) (3 inches) For the test strip holder to move freely, Remove old batteries. Also, remove leave at least 7 cm (3 inches) of space to batteries before long periods of non-use. - Page 6 Install the instrument in a place not Install the instrument on a level, vibration- exposed to direct sunlight or wind. free sturdy platform. DO NOT install the instrument near places DO NOT disassemble or modify the that store chemicals or near equipment that instrument.
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
3 Symbols and Signages................. iii 4 Installation Precautions ................iv 5 Table of Contents ..................vi Chapter 1 Before Use Outline of the PocketChem UA ............1-1 1-1-1 Features ....................1-1 1-1-2 Specifications ..................1-3 1-1-3 Measurement Principle ............... 1-5 1-1-4 Rank Table..................1-6 Unpacking.................... - Page 8 2-4-4 Preparing Samples................2-9 2-4-5 Preparing Test Strips ................2-9 2-4-6 Testing Samples ................2-10 Check Measurement ................. 2-13 Examples of Results ................. 2-15 2-6-1 On the Display................... 2-15 2-6-2 On Printouts ..................2-16 Chapter 3 Auxiliary Operations Setting the Date................... 3-2 Setting the Time ..................
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Page 9: Chapter 1 Before Use
Before Use Chapter 1 Outline of the PocketChem UA 1-1-1 Features • Compact, lightweight portable analyzer The instrument alone weighs 180 g*. With the printer attached, it is a light 360 g*. The instrument can run on batteries. *Not including batteries or printer paper. - Page 10 • Supports “AUTION Sticks” test strips for versatile urine testing The instrument uses “AUTION Sticks” test strips that enable visual determination as well as a maximum of 10 simultaneous tests in a single measurement. You can select the type of test strip for the measurements you need to do.
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Page 11: Specifications
1-1-2 Specifications Product Compact Urine Analyzer PocketChem UA PU-4010 Configuration Instrument (analyzer) and accessories Sample Urine Test strips AUTION Sticks / Uriflet S (9UB)* / AUTION SCREEN * Except devices with 10V specifications Instrument Specifications Measurement items GLU (glucose), PRO (protein), BIL (bilirubin), URO (urobilinogen), S.G. - Page 12 Power supply Instrument only: Two AA alkaline batteries or AC adapter Instrument with printer: AC adapter 7.5 V 3 A Power consumption Site location Indoor use only Altitude Up to 2000 m/ 6560 feet Pollution degree Overvoltage category Test strip direction Selectable between feeding from “right”...
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Page 13: Measurement Principle
Measurement Principle Measurements using double or single wavelength reflection are made, using test strips designed for the PocketChem UA. Measuring with Test Strips Dip a test strip in the sample for 2 seconds and place it on the test strip tray. Reagents in the test strip react and change color within 70 seconds after dipping and the reflectance is measured in the photometric section. -
Page 14: Rank Table
1-1-4 Rank Table Please see the table below for the unit and qualitative sign of each measurement item. Default settings are highlighted with . You can change the settings of units and qualitative sign. • GLU (Glucose) – ± Qualitative –... - Page 15 • KET (Ketones) – ± Qualitative – ± ++++ Semiquantitative (mg/dL) Semiquantitative (mmol/L) • NIT (Nitrite) – Qualitative – • LEU (Leukocyte) Qualitative – Semiquantitative (Leu/µL) • ALB (Albumin) Semiquantitative (mg/L) OVER • CRE (Creatinine) Semiquantitative (mg/dL) OVER Semiquantitative (g/L) OVER •...
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Page 16: Unpacking
Unpacking The package should contain the components listed below. Check to see if everything is included. If anything is missing or damaged, contact your distributor. NOTE: Test strips, AA batteries (x2), and urine containers are not included with the instrument. These items are underlined in the “Prepare:” sections on the later pages. Power cord * Instrument PocketChem printer... -
Page 17: Components
Components 1-3-1 Instrument and Printer Bottom of the instrument Instrument with the printer attached Bottom of the Reading unit instrument with cover opened the printer attached Components Descriptions Paper slot Printouts of results are ejected from here. Display Results and error codes are viewed here. See “1-5-1. Display” on page 1-18. -
Page 18: Instrument Setup
Instrument Setup First, set up the instrument. Start with any of the following sections according to your needs. • For battery operation, see this page. • For use with the printer, go to page 1-12. • For AC-power operation without the printer, go to page 1-13. 1-4-1 For Battery Operation Place... -
Page 19: For Use With The Printer
About the Battery Icon Battery power is sufficient or AC power in use. The battery level has lowered, but testing is still possible. Immediately replace the batteries with new ones. Measurement may stop in progress because of insufficient battery power. A blinking icon indicates the instrument cannot perform testing anymore because of insufficient battery power. -
Page 20: For Ac-Power Operation
How to Detach Place the instrument on a level surface (such as a desk). While pressing on the casing above the display at a point aligned with the center of the display ( ), lift up the reading unit cover from the bottom to detach the instrument from the printer ( 1-4-3 For AC-Power Operation... -
Page 21: Loading Printer Paper
Connect the plug of the power cord to an AC receptacle. And then, ... • For use with the printer, go to “1-4-4. Loading Printer Paper” on the next page. • For use without the printer, this completes the setup of the instrument. Go to “2-1. Operation Flow Chart”... - Page 22 Close the printer cover so that the end of the paper extends from the printer. Printer paper Press the button. FEED FEED NOTE: The printer does not work until button you press the FEED button to tell the printer that the paper has been correctly set.
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Page 23: Changing The Direction Of The Test Strip Feeding
1-4-5 Changing the Direction of the Test Strip Feeding This instrument has been factory-set so that you can place the test strip on the test strip holder from the right side of the instrument. You can change the direction to the opposite. This section describes how to change the direction from “the right”... -
Page 24: Basic Operations
Basic Operations 1-5-1 Display Information area Status indicator Result area Components Descriptions Steady light: When current measurement number is displayed. Blinking: When you are setting the measurement number. Steady light: When current patient ID is displayed. Blinking: When you are setting a patient ID. Appears when the instrument is on. -
Page 25: Operator Panel
1-5-2 Operator Panel REFERENCE: • A short beep sounds each time a button is pressed. • If it is difficult for you to press the buttons with your fingers, use the stylus pen that came with the instrument. Buttons Descriptions Use the numeric buttons to enter numbers from 0 to 9. -
Page 26: Measurement
Measurement Chapter 2 Operation Flow Chart Before testing samples, review the following flowchart for an overview of the test procedure. Turning on the power Page 2-4 Test conditions setup • Selecting test strip type Page 2-5 • Setting measurement number Page 2-6 •... -
Page 27: Cautions In Measurement
Cautions in Measurement 2-2-1 Handling Samples BE CAREFUL WHEN HANDLING URINE. This instrument uses urine as sample. Urine may be contaminated by pathogenic microbes that can cause infectious diseases. Improper handling of urine may cause infection to the user or other individuals by pathogenic microbes. -
Page 28: Handling Test Strips
2-2-2 Handling Test Strips IMPORTANT: • Use only test strips specified for the instrument. The test strips, "AUTION Sticks", "Uriflet S (9UB)" and "AUTION SCREEN", are available for use with the instrument. Carefully read the package inserts of the test strips and observe the expiration date. -
Page 29: Start Up
Start Up 2-3-1 Turning On the Power Press and hold the button until the power turns on. • A short beep will sound and the display will change as shown below. All indications Version Date Time • The test strip holder will extend from the right of the instrument REFERENCE: For left-handed users, the instrument can be set so that the test strip... -
Page 30: Test Conditions Setup
Test Conditions Setup Set the test strip type, measurement number and patient ID (if needed) before testing. If they have already been set correctly, skip this step and go to “2-5. Normal Measurement” on page 2-8. 2-4-1 Selecting Test Strip Type Select the type of test strip you will be testing. -
Page 31: Setting Measurement Number
2-4-2 Setting Measurement Number Set the measurement number (up to 4 digits) for the sample to be tested. The numbers of the second and subsequent samples will automatically increment by one. The measurement number is retained even if the power is turned off, unless you set a new measurement number. On the standby screen, press the button once. -
Page 32: Setting Patient Id
2-4-3 Setting Patient ID If your laboratory or office is managing samples based on patient IDs, you can set the patient ID for each sample. A patient ID may contain up to 13 digits including numbers (0 to 9) and hyphens (-). - Page 33 Normal Measurement After completing the test conditions settings, read the following precautions before preparing samples and carrying out testing. • During sample preparation and testing, wear protective gloves to prevent exposure to pathogenic microbes. • Discard used samples, test strips and protective gloves in accordance with local regulations for biohazardous waste.
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Page 34: Preparing Samples
2-5-1 Preparing Samples Prepare a sample using the following procedure. Collect a sample in a urine container. IMPORTANT: Collect enough sample so that all pads on the test strip reach into the sample. Pad area Mix sample well. IMPORTANT: Do not centrifuge samples. -
Page 35: Testing Samples
2-5-3 Testing Samples Once the sample and test strip have been prepared, dip the test strip into the sample and test it. Quick, precise handwork is required especially for dipping. Therefore, read this section thoroughly before testing. IMPORTANT: For the test strip holder to move freely, leave at least 7 cm (3 inches) of space to the right and left side of the instrument. -
Page 36: Press Button
Press the button. • The 3-second countdown timer will start and three short beeps will sound. 3-second countdown timer When a long beep is heard, immediately dip the test strip into the sample. When the beep stops, take the strip out of the container. - Page 37 , place the Before the timer reaches “18 ” test strip on the test strip holder. • Slide the strip to the left along the grooves of the test strip holder (see the as far as it will go figure at below right). IMPORTANT: Set the strip before 18 •...
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Page 38: Check Measurement
Check Measurement If you suspect the obtained results are inaccurate, use the check strip that came with the instrument to see if the instrument is working properly. The check strip container contains two gray strips. Use either one for the test. Wash the test strip holder. - Page 39 , place the Before the timer reaches “18 ” test strip on the test strip holder. • Slide the strip to the left along the grooves of the holder as far as it will go IMPORTANT: An incorrectly positioned test strip may cause incorrect results.
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Page 40: Examples Of Results
Examples of Results 2-7-1 On the Display The following figure is an example of how results will be displayed after testing. Items Descriptions Measurement The measurement number (up to 4 digits) assigned to the sample. If number or patient ID the patient ID has been set, the measurement number and patient ID will alternately appear. -
Page 41: On Printouts
2-7-2 On Printouts The following figures are examples of how results will print. Normal Result Abnormal Result Items Descriptions Measurement The 4-digit measurement number for the sample. The measurement number number of an abnormal sample is preceded by an abnormal marker ( Patient ID The 13-digit patient ID preset before testing. -
Page 42: Auxiliary Operations
Auxiliary Operations Chapter 3 This instrument provides the following auxiliary functions for managing results or customizing the instrument as you need. Functions Reference pages Selecting test strip type Page 2-5 Setting measurement number Page 2-6 Setting patient ID Page 2-7 Setting the date Page 3-2 Setting the time... -
Page 43: Setting The Date
Setting the Date Use the following procedure to view or adjust the date. The date appears in the “year-month- day” format by default and can be changed to another format such as “month-day-year” or “day-month-year” (see “3-10. Customizing the Instrument” on page 3-11). On the standby screen, press the button three times. -
Page 44: Setting The Time
Setting the Time Use the following procedure to view or adjust the time. On the standby screen, press the button three times. • The icon will blink. Press the button. • The current date will appear. Press the button. • The current time will appear. Press the button. -
Page 45: Reviewing Results
Reviewing Results Up to 100 test results are automatically stored in memory and can be retrieved as needed. When more than 100 tests have been performed, the newest result will replace the oldest result, making it no longer possible to view. On the standby screen, press the button four times. -
Page 46: Deleting A Specific Result From Memory
Deleting a Specific Result from Memory Unnecessary results can be manually deleted from the memory. Use the following procedure to delete one result at a time. Please note that deleted data cannot be recovered. Display the result you want to delete. •... -
Page 47: Clearing All Results From Memory
Clearing All Results from Memory All stored results can be cleared in a single operation. Please note that deleted data cannot be recovered. Display any of the existing results. • See steps 1 and 2 in “3-3. Reviewing Results” on page 3-4. Press the button once. -
Page 48: Transferring A Specific Result To An External Device
Transferring a Specific Result to an External Device Use the following procedure to transfer an existing result in memory to an external device connected to the instrument. Display the result to be sent to the external device. • See steps 1 and 2 in “3-3. Reviewing Results” on page 3-4. -
Page 49: Transferring All Results To An External Device
Transferring All Results to an External Device All results in memory can be transferred to an external device connected to the instrument all at once. Display any of the results in memory. • See steps 1 and 2 in “3-3. Reviewing Results” on page 3-4. -
Page 50: Reprinting A Specific Result
Reprinting a Specific Result Use the following procedure to print an existing result in memory when the printer is attached to the instrument. Make sure the printer is properly connected to an AC receptacle. Display the result you want to print. •... -
Page 51: Reprinting All Results
Reprinting All Results All results stored in memory can be printed in a single operation when the printer is attached to the instrument. Make sure the printer is connected to an AC receptacle. Display any of the results in memory. •... -
Page 52: Customizing The Instrument
3-10 Customizing the Instrument This instrument provides “special parameters” that allow you to customize the instrument at your convenience. Changes to these parameter settings remain effective even after turning off and on the power. Options Parameter Description (Boldface and frame: default) Direction of test Switches the direction in which the test strip is From right... -
Page 53: Date Format
Turn on the power. Press the button twice. • The special parameters screen (shown in step 3) will appear. Set new values for the parameters using the buttons. numeric • See the table below. You need to enter new values for the desired parameters only. 1 2 3 4 5 Current settings Parameters... -
Page 54: Chapter 4 Maintenance
Maintenance Chapter 4 This section describes how to clean the components of the instrument. • During maintenance, wear protective gloves to prevent exposure to pathogenic microbes. • Discard used test strips, cloth and protective gloves in accordance with local regulations for biohazardous waste. Daily Cleaning: Test Strip Holder, Holder Base and Guide Rails Samples may adhere to the test strip holder during testing and contaminant may build up on the holder as more samples are measured. - Page 55 Turn off the power. • In the case of AC-power operation, detach the cord of the AC adapter from the instrument. NOTE: Be sure to turn off the power. Cleaning the guide rails with the power on may damage the instrument. Remove the test strip holder from the test strip holder base.
- Page 56 Wipe dirt off the sliding areas. • Wipe off dirt on the sliding areas (black areas in the enlarged view below) of the reading unit using a swab moistened with diluted nuetral detergent. Move the swab in the direction of arrows as shown below. •...
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Page 57: Cleaning The Reading Unit
Cleaning the Reading Unit If the error code “ ” or “ ” appears, clean the reading unit. E002 E003 Remove the test strip holder base from the instrument. • See steps 1 to 4 in “4-1. Daily Cleaning” on page 4-1. Turn off the power. -
Page 58: Exterior Cleaning
Exterior Cleaning • The exterior of the analyzer can be cleaned using a soft cloth moistened with distilled water. • To avoid damage, do not use chemical solvents, lubricants, oils, greases, or silicone sprays to clean the instrument. • The display screen may be cleaned as needed by wiping with a soft non-abrasive cloth dampened with water. -
Page 59: Chapter 5 Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Chapter 5 When an Error Occurs You will see an error code on the display (and also on the printout, if using the printer) when there is something wrong with the instrument. See the following table to recover the instrument from the error. -
Page 60: Chapter 6 Appendix
Appendix Chapter 6 Addendum Differences Between the Human Eye and Instrument Optics There are inherent differences between the colors that are perceived by the human eye and those that are detected by any instrument optical system. The human eye is capable of detecting minute differences in shade and very small areas of color;... -
Page 61: Performance Characteristics
6-2-2 Clinical Performance In the PocketChem UA PU-4010 system, the measurement results of pH, Creatinine and Specific Gravity are used to assist the judge of other measurement items. The measurement result of ALB is used clinically using the calculation result A / C ratio with CRE. Therefore, Positive Percent Agreement, Negative Percent Agreement, Overall Percent Agreement about pH, Creatinine, Specific Gravity and Albumin are not described.
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