FA-TECH VEGA MB-97 Operator's Manual

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Page 1 US Version VEGA MB-97 Operator’s Manual Page...
Page 2 Introduction The VEGA MB-97 Cassette Printer is designed to generate a unique identification mark in the form of high-resolution linear bar codes, two-dimensional bar codes and text onto VEGA MB-97 Cassettes hence reducing errors due to misidentification of cassette blocks or specimen slides caused by illegible handwriting.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Section 1 | Safety ..........................Instrument Compliance ........................Component Location .......................... Section 2 | System Specifications ...................... Section 3 | VEGA and Cassette Printing Software ................Launching VEGA Software ......................Loading Cassettes ........................Load HUB button ........................Extra hoppers carousel ......................
Page 4: Section 1 | Safety
This may also nullify the instrument warranty. The VEGA MB-97 Cassette Printer should not be used in any way not specified by FATech Diagnostics Italia. Otherwise, the protection provided by the instru- ment may be impaired.
Page 5 Electrical Safety The main power cord for the VEGA MB-97 Cassette Printer must be plugged into earthed outlet only. Only use the power cord provided with this product Be sure to position the VEGA MB-97 Cassette Printer to allow for easy removal of the main power cord from the back panel.
Page 6: Instrument Compliance
VEGA MB-97 Cassette Printer, to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the following standard(s) or other normative documents.
Page 7: Component Location
Component Location - USB Laser Cooling Fan grid Laser Label - Interlock Key Cooling Fan grid - ON/OFF Switch USB Port Remote Interlock Interlock Key Organizer connector ON/OFF Switch - Remote Interlock Power supply socket - Power supply sock- - Organizer connector - Green: Loading Hub - Red Reset unit Page...
Page 8 - Cassette hoppers - LED Indicator label - Cassette dispensing chute - Spare hoppers carousel LED Indicators Page...
Page 9: Section 2 | System Specifications
Section 2 | System Specifications VEGA MB-97 PH 6 Cassette Printer Item Description Dimensions D 60 cm X W 20 cm X H 52 cm Weight 23.3kg Laser YAG Class 4 Sealed Laser 2,2-Watts 1064µm wave- length Electrical Requirements 110V-240V 50/60 Hz ±10% output 24VDC 5A...
Page 10: Section 3 | Vega And Cassette Printing Software
Section 3 | VEGA and Cassette Printing Software 1. Press the power ON button positioned at the rear of the instrument. 2. Press the Emergency button positioned at the left side of the cover. When the system will be ready the emergency button will turn RED. Launching VEGA Software 1.
Page 11 Status Bar – Indicates PC connection and Laser State Communication State: At login, the communication state between the PC board and printer will be shown in the lower band of the user interface. Printer state: When the box is green and shows the text “READY (0)”, the communication is working and the sys- tem is ready to receive information to mark cassettes.
Page 12: Loading Cassettes
Loading Cassettes Insert the cassettes in the MAGAZINES. Slide the cassette stack to the bottom and remove the tape/strip (depending on country) by pulling the tape from the top down/pulling the strip upwards pushing in the opposite direction the cassette positioned at the top of the stack with your finger. Load HUB button Load HUB button The “LOAD HUB”...
Page 13: Printing Cassettes
Printing Cassettes 1. First, place the cursor in the Accession field “Patient”, you can enter the data either manu- ally or scanning in the accession number (12 characters max). The cursor should advance to the next data field. 2. Select the cassette colour 3.
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Page 15: Section 4 | Creating A New User
Section 4 | Creating a new User Through the User interface it is possible to deﬁne a “User name” a “User Type” and the associated “Password”. Once terminated the procedure select “SAVE”. With the green arrow at the right top corner of the screen it is possible to return to the main UI.
Page 16: Generate A Copy Of The Parameter List
Generate a copy of the parameter list Before modifying any parameter of the Parameter list, please select the utility icon and choose “Pa- rameter”. Select the printer icon. This will automatically generate in C: the ﬁle “VEGA parameters”. Data Export It is possible to deﬁne an interval of time in the Archive and print all cases.
Page 17: Section 5 | Troubleshoot Cassette Jam
Section 5 | Troubleshoot cassette jam If a cassette gets jammed in the dispensing tray the main interface will show the message “INSTRUMENT STATE STOP (1)” - Access to cassette slide - Remove the hopper carousel - Remove the convex lid - Inspect the cassette tray and if present remove the piece that got stuck - After solving the problem put the lid back, put the hooper carousel in its original position and press the side button “Emergency”...
Page 18: Section 6 | Marked Cassettes Dispensing Methods
Section 6 | Marked cassettes dispensing methods VEGA MB-97 has three different marked cassettes dispensing methods. 1) From Frontal chute (Standard device) When a cassette is marked is it conveyed in a chute positioned at the from of the unit and...
Page 19: Section 7 | Maintenance
Section 7 | Maintenance The system does not require any daily maintenance. Avoid contact with any aggressive solvent like pure alcohol, detergents containing alcohol (window cleaner), abrasive cleaning powders, or organ- ic solvents containing xylene or acetone. The external painted shell can be kept clean with a humid cloth. Prevent liquids from entering the unit while cleaning or during operation.
Page 20: Appendix A | Laser Safety
The definitions compiled from ANSI Z136.1 are as follows: The Phaser 1 VEGA MB-97 Laser Cassette Printer is rated as follows: ENCASED CLASS 4 LASER PRODUCT, USING Class 1: Any laser, or laser system containing a laser, with wavelength ranges from Ultraviolet through Far Infrared (180 nm –...
Page 21 Control Measures for Laser Classifications ANSI Z136.1 requires specific control measures for each laser classification and the environment in which they are used. The chart above lists some of the requirements that may need to be im- plemented in a laboratory setting. The company Laser Safety Officer, or designee, should refer- ence the applicable safety regulations for appropriate control measures to implement in the area the instrument will be used.
Page 22 Control Meeasure Class 1 Class 2 Class 3a Class 3b Class 4 Activation Warn- No requirement No requirement No requirement Should have Shall have ing Systems Indoor Laser No requirement No requirement No requirement Shall have Shall have XE Optics Nominal Hazard Nominal Hazard Lasers Control...
Page 23: Appendix B | Symbols Definition
APPENDIX B | SYMBOLS DEFINITION CAUTION: Consult accompanying documents CAUTION: Consult accompanying documents Warning label -LASER RADIATION CLASS IV INVISABLELASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN INTER- LOCK DEFEATED AVOID EYE OR SKIN EXPOSURE TO DIRECT OR SCATTERED RADIATION Warning Label indicating precise position of the LASER LENS Instrument Manufacturer.
Page 24: Appendix C | Labels Placement
APPENDIX C | LABELS PLACEMENT LASER RADIATION Avoid eye or skin exposure to direct or scattered radiation. Placement of the Label indicat- ing presence of a LASER inside the unit Laser Radiation is emitted from this aperture AVOID EXPO- SURE! Do never override the door interlock.
Page 25 1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Product names: NOVA ENB-91 ; VEGA MB-97; VEGA SORTER; VEGA DUO. Product type: Laboratory Laser cassette printer. Model codes: 2000-D-xxx-xxxx; 5000-D-xxx-xxxx;5100-D-xxx-xxxx; 5200-D-xxx-xxxx.
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