Limitations Safety measures, notes Symbols on the outside of the Autosampler Technical contact Warranty Package contents Installation requirements Identification of parts Front view Rear view Side view Tray Assembled view Installation Adjustments Operation Autosampler functions in Hemolyzer 5 NG software...
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Autosampler NG Running samples using Autosampler Selected samples mode Full Scan Mode Define individual sample information (optional) Automatic scanning Pause – Resume operation Disassembly for storage or transportation Maintenance Specifications Troubleshooting...
Analyticon Autosampler is an accessory for Analyticon Hemolyzer 5 NG automated hematology analyzer series with closed sample vial opening. Installing the Autosampler allows the Hemolyzer 5 NG processing up to 50 samples without operator interaction. The Autosampler features built-in sample mixing and sample barcode scanning.
Features Operation when connected to Hemolyzer 5 NG analyzer: selected or continuous loading of vials into Hemolyzer 5 NG’s closed sample vial opening Vial and cap detection (vials without cap, or empty vial positions...
User Manual Limitations The Autosampler is inoperable on its own and can only be used with Analyticon Hemolyzer 5 NG automated hematology analyzers with support for closed sample vials. The Autosampler supports the following primary blood collection vials: BD Vacutainer and Greiner Vacuette.
– this could block the movement of the pickup arm Do not move the Autosampler during operation When relocating Hemolyzer 5 NG equipped with Autosampler, never lift the assembly by the base plate. The plate is not designed to bear the weight of the two devices.
Your local dealer is always ready to help you in case of malfunction. Please use the support@analyticon-diagnostics.com email address to contact the manufacturer directly. Analyticon will be doing its best to resolve your problems either directly or indirectly with the help of its local representative.
Autosampler NG Warranty The Autosampler comes with a one-year manufacturer’s warranty against workmanship defects. Warranty claims must be made through your local representative. Your supplier will only be able to repair and warrant operation of the analyzer as per its specifications if all service actions are performed by qualified service personnel, and the warranty label is intact.
User Manual 2. Package contents electrical power cord Autosampler USB 2.0 cable 2 trays for 4 instrument feet power supply 50 vials each for Hemolyzer 5 Model: Sunny SYS1548-6524-T2 baseplate Grounding + spare O-rings for the gripper...
H = 500, D = 500, W = 500 (mm, minimum) Electrical: An additional power outlet is required for operation; the Autosampler and the Hemolyzer 5 NG must be powered from the same power network.
The installation procedure requires alteration to the main device (Hemolyzer 5 NG). Installation must be carried out by trained professionals only Hemolyzer 5 NG analyzer must run the newest software version that supports Autosampler operation. 4. Identification of parts Front view...
Autosampler NG Rear view Picking arm Mixer cover (retracted position) Power connector Exit opening for USB B (to Hemolyzer fallen vial 5 NG) socket Side view Picking arm Mixing (retracted position) position Tray (inserted) Mixer cover (The barcode scanner is inside) Power button...
User Manual Tray ID pins Vial 1 Vial 5 Vial 6 Vial 46 Vial50 Make sure that the tray is inserted properly. Assembled view Hemolyzer Mixing 5 NG’s position and closed vial barcode opening scanner Picking arm (retracted) Tray baseplate Hemolyzer Autosampler 5 NG side...
Autosampler NG 5. Installation For Installation details of the Analyticon Autosampler please refer to the Installation Guide. Please contact your local distributor for further information. Installation must be carried out by a trained service engineer. The procedure consists of the following:...
User Manual 6. Operation WARNING! Device must be operated by trained operator only Power on: Briefly press the button in the front Power off: Press and hold the button in the front The power button has an illuminated frame. The color of this frame is providing status information.
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EAN8 UPC-E Codabar Code93 Code39 (Regular) Code 39 (FullASCII) Code 128 Pause – resume operation: Autosampler can be paused by: Pulling out the tray A quick press on the Autosampler power button Stopping operation using Hemolyzer 5 NG’s user interface...
User Manual 7. Autosampler functions in Hemolyzer 5 NG software When the Hemolyzer 5 NG operating software detects the presence of the Autosampler, an Autosampler symbol will be displayed in the upper left of the screen of Hemolyzer 5 NG.
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Autosampler NG Autosampler status symbols: Diagnostic / Running. Service mode Running paused by user or due to an error. No tray found Tray I loaded Tray II loaded Tray III loaded Autosampler operation aborted. Going to standby (sleep) mode Autosampler startup in progress.
Tapping on Press to Init will automatically start Hemolyzer 5 NG’s regular startup procedure (internal tests and blank measurement) to reach ready to operate status. Autosampler will also perform its startup and test sequence and will report the result to Hemolyzer 5 NG.
Hemolyzer 5 NG processes the sample. Operation is overlapped; upon feeding a vial to Hemolyzer 5 NG, the next vial will be detected and moved to the mixing position. After the vial has been processed, the Autosampler will put it back to its original location in the tray.
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User Manual Remove: The sample is removed from the list of samples to be processed. Repeat “Add” for as many vials as many you wish to process. You can now tap “START”. Autosampler will start processing selected samples. Autosampler will only process the sample positions defined above.
Autosampler NG Possible vial position symbols Position Vial back in tray, selected for waiting for processing results No vial was Vial back in tray, found (X) results available. Barcode OK / Vial found (*) Barcode missing Vial is in the Vial will be rerun.
After mixing and barcode scanning is finished, the arm will pick the vial and place it into HEMOLYZER 5 Hemolyzer 5 NG’s closed vial sample opening. Hemolyzer 5 NG processes the PICK sample AND the arm will go and...
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By now the mixing of the following sample is complete, and the arm can feed it into HEMOLYZER Hemolyzer 5 NG’s closed vial 5 NG sample opening. HEMOLYZER The process continues with 5 NG PICK picking the upcoming vial.
Autosampler NG Pause – Resume operation Description Status light Operation paused by User flashing yellow Tap on PAUSE or tap the power button of the Autosampler Tap on RESUME or tap the power button of the Autosampler again...
User Manual 8. Disassembly for storage or transportation For safe transportation to retaining the condition of the device during storage or shipment, the device should be put back in its original packaging. Make sure that the device is in its “standby” mode and position: the arm is lowered and residing next to the tray (sleep position).
/ touched moving obstructed), and tap operator parts, tray was “Resume” in Hemolyzer 5 interaction dislocated If the problem persists, disconnect USB cable between Hemolyzer 5 NG and Autosampler and contact Service. Use Hemolyzer 5 NG with manual sample feeding...
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