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Page 2: Premise
This manual contains important information on the functions of the SPOTCHEM EL SE-1520. The SPOTCHEM EL (SE-1520) instrument is intended for the quantitative and automated measurement of sodium (Na), potassium (K) and chloride (Cl) ions in whole blood, serum and plasma. This instrument is intended for use with SPOTCHEM E-Plate electrolyte plates. - Page 3 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 interference when the instrument is operated in a commercial environment.
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Page 4: Introduction
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. -
Page 5: Notation
Notation The following symbols are used in this manual and labels on this instrument to call your attention to specific items. For the meaning of symbols indicated on the labels (including the shipping box) not described below, refer to the leaflet included in the package. -
Page 6: Caution Labels
Caution Labels Plate setting position Do not touch the Plate setting position with bare hands. When placing reagents or cleaning the area, wear protective gloves to prevent exposure to pathogenic microbes. Plate tray When discarding reagents or cleaning the plate tray, wear protective gloves to prevent exposure to pathogenic microbes. -
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Contents Electrolyte measuring system, SE-1520 Operating Manual Premise ..................... 1 Introduction ..................... 3 Notation ....................4 Caution Labels ..................5 Contents ....................6 Chapter 1 1-1 Outline ..................1-2 Introduction 1-1-1 Features ................1-2 1-1-2 Measurement Types............1-3 1-1-3 Measurement Principles ............. 1-3 1-1-4 Specifications .............. - Page 8 2-5 Calibration ................2-22 2-5-1 Overview................2-22 2-5-2 Magnetic Card Calibration ..........2-22 2-6 Measurement Result ............. 2-24 2-6-1 Printing the Normal Measurement Results....... 2-24 Chapter 3 3-1 Overview ..................3-2 Sub Menu 3-1-1 Contents of Each Menu ............3-2 3-2 Measurement Results Menu ..........
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- Page 10 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...
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Page 11: Outline
Outline Chapter 1Introduction 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 an •... -
Page 12: Measurement Types
Maintenance of the device is required, depending on the result. 1-1-3 Measurement Principles The SPOTCHEM EL SE-1520 adopts a potentiometry method of ion selective membrane electrode as its principle, which provides measurement for various ion concentrations in body fluid. The construction of the ion selective electrode used for electrolyte measurement as follows. -
Page 13: Specifications
Chapter 1Introduction 1-1-4 Specifications Sample Whole blood, Serum, Plasma Measurement item − , Cl Measurement principle Potentiometric method with ion selective electrodes Measurement time Approx. 1 minute Consumed sample 22μL Sample supply Manual pipetting by twin pipette Display LCD (20 characters x 2 lines) Built-in printer 36-character thermal printer (Paper width: 58mm) External output... -
Page 14: Shipping Carton
6. Pipetting tip 4. Accessory box 5. Operating manual Analyzer Item Description Amount Analyzer SE-1520 (SPOTCHEM EL) 1unit AC adapter 1unit Power cord Rating: 125V 7A (A Type Plug) 2units and 250V 2.5A (C Type Plug) Please use the appropriate power cord for your region’s power... - Page 15 Chapter 1Introduction 1. Check plate 2. Cotton swab 3. Plate tray 4. Thermal printer paper Accessory box Item Description Amount Check plate 1sheet 1unit Cotton swab 5pcs. 1set Plate tray 1unit Thermal printer paper 1roll ■ 1-6 SE-1520...
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Page 16: Parts Description And Function
Parts Description and Function Chapter 1Introduction 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. -
Page 17: Operator Panel
Chapter 1Introduction 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 Feed paper the built-in printer into the built-in printer while being pressed. -
Page 18: Back Of The Analyzer
Chapter 1Introduction 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. -
Page 19: Twin Pipette
Chapter 1Introduction 1-3-4 Twin Pipette 1. Reference solution button 2. Sample button 3. Eject button 4. Reflection board Item Functions Reference solution button Suction and discharge of reference solution Sample button Suction and discharge of sample Eject button Detachment of pipetting tip Reflection board Informs the system of the condition of pipette operation in the event of sampling... -
Page 20: Installation
Installation Chapter 1Introduction 1-4-1 Cautions Allow a space of 10cm or more AC100-120V 50/60Hz Before setting up the analyzer, read the following notes and always take proper AC220-240V safety precautions. • Allow a space of 10 cm or more • Operate the analyzer with power of between the rear of the analyzer and the correct voltage and frequency. - Page 21 Chapter 1Introduction Before setting up the analyzer, read the following notes and always take proper safety precautions. • Do NOT set the analyzer where • Avoid exposing the analyzer to chemicals are stored nearby, or where humidity, air containing sulfur, direct corrosive gases or electrical noise are sunlight or wind, etc.
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Page 22: Setting Up
Chapter 1Introduction 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. - Page 23 Chapter 1Introduction 3. Plug in the power cord • Connect the AC adapter to the power cord. • Make sure that the power switch on the rear of analyzer is OFF. • Connect the AC adapter to the receptacle on the rear of analyzer, and plug the other end of the cord into the AC outlet.
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Page 24: First Operation After Installation
Chapter 1Introduction 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. 1. -
Page 25: Precautions In Instrument Relocation
Chapter 1Introduction 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. - Page 26 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-Plate 2-2-4 Handling Magnetic Card 2-2-5 Handling Twin Pipette...
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Page 27: Outline
Outline Chapter 2Measurement 2-1-1 Operating Procedures Use similar procedures when measuring quality control samples. For details on quality control material, refer to the reagent package insert. Turn on the power. Turn off the power at this stage. [Main Menu] is displayed. Press [START] Press [STOP]. -
Page 28: Exclusive E-Plate
Chapter 2Measurement 2-1-2 Exclusive E-Plate Exclusive E-Plate is used for this analyzer (sold separately). Exclusive E-Plate is available for each measurement item. 2-1-3 Measurement With this analyzer, normal measurement and check measurement are available. Normal measurement is used to measure the exclusive plate and check measurement is the mode to measure the attached check plate. -
Page 29: Calibration
Chapter 2Measurement 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”. ■ 2-4 SE-1520... -
Page 30: Cautions
Cautions Chapter 2Measurement 2-2-1 Cautions on Operation Temperature 10 - 30°C Humidity 20 - 80% RH • Before turning on the power, be sure • The temperature controlling function • If you find any abnormal operation, to read 1-4-1 “Cautions” again and works to obtain accurate odor or smoke, turn off the power operate the analyzer in a proper... -
Page 31: Handling Samples
Chapter 2Measurement 2-2-2 Handling Samples • Use fresh blood only. Whole blood, • Stir sample without foaming then • Distribute sample in a specified serum also plasma are used as distribute it before starting the volume. samples with this analyzer. Be measurement. -
Page 32: Handling Magnetic Card
Chapter 2Measurement 2-2-4 Handling Magnetic Card • Do NOT place magnetic cards near • Do NOT scratch the magnetic • Do NOT use the magnetic card magnetic objects (magnets, TV sets. surface (stripe). attached to the exclusive E-Plate for etc) otherwise. The information stored on the card other devices or machines except for The information stored on the card... - Page 33 Chapter 2Measurement 2. Check before use • 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. ■ 2-8 SE-1520...
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Page 34: Handling Reference Solution
Chapter 2Measurement 2-2-6 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°C). refrigerator and allow it to reach If the lid is left open, the reference Use it within three months after room temperature before solution may become concentrated... -
Page 35: Preparation
Preparation Chapter 2Measurement 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 measurement calibration Protective glove Twin pipette Exclusive E-Plate Magnetic card Allow the exclusive E-Plate to reach room temperature before measurement. IMPORTANT Remove the exclusive E-Plate from the refrigerator and allow to stand for more than 20 minutes until it reaches room temperature (10-30°C) before measurement. -
Page 36: Startup
Chapter 2Measurement 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. -
Page 37: Checks Before Measurement
Chapter 2Measurement 2-3-3 Checks before Measurement Before starting measurement, check the twin pipette and thermal printer paper. Wear protective gloves 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. - Page 38 Chapter 2Measurement 4. Check the Date • Check the date displayed on the Ready Screen. Correct them, if necessary. See 3-6 “Built-in Clock Adjustment”. After setting User coefficients, 5. Set measurement conditions perform verification measurements to confirm that • Before starting measurement, set they are set correctly.
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Page 39: Preparation Of Samples
Chapter 2Measurement 2-3-4 Preparation of Samples Prepare samples according to the following procedure (See 2-2-2 “Handling Samples”). The handling procedure of sample may be complemented or modified according to the measurement item in the future. Read the package insert attached to each exclusive E-Plate carefully. -
Page 40: Suction Of Reference Solution And Samples
Chapter 2Measurement 2-3-5 Suction of Reference Solution and Samples When using twin pipette 1. Attach a new tip to the twin pipette • Attach a tip to the top of the twin pipette. (1) Make sure the pipette tip is firmly attached to the twin pipette. (2) Exchange the pipette tip in each measurement. - Page 41 Chapter 2Measurement 4. Wipe the pipetting tip • Wipe out excessive reference solution or sample adhered to the pipetting tip with tissue paper, etc. 5. Make sure that the level of the reference solution and the sample is approximately same •...
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Page 42: Measurement
Measurement Chapter 2Measurement 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. - Page 43 Chapter 2Measurement 4. Press the Start button • Press [START] or [1] key. • Go through the checks before measurement (see 2-3-3 “Checks before Measurement”). The sequent number from the 5. Set measurement No. or ID (when necessary) previous measurement No. is shown as the initial value.
- Page 44 Chapter 2Measurement • The entered ID is displayed. • Press [ENTER]. When the barcode reader is used, a message “BCR available” is displayed. • The entered ID is stored and the screen returns to the Ready Screen. If not enter measurement No. and ID, to “7. Set the E-Plate on the table”. Normally measurement No.
- Page 45 Chapter 2Measurement 9. Start pipetting • Make sure that a message “Apply sample” is displayed. SAMPLE. • Insert the twin pipette correctly. REF. • Make sure that a message “Apply sample” is displayed again. • The tip of the pipetting nozzle is positioned on the center of the pipetting part on the plate.
- Page 46 Chapter 2Measurement 10. 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 the display shows the remaining time to the end of the measurement.
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Page 47: Calibration
Calibration Chapter 2Measurement 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. - Page 48 Chapter 2Measurement 2. Insert magnetic cards • Press [1] key. the Magnetic Card 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 card reader again.
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Page 49: Measurement Result
Measurement Result Chapter 2Measurement 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. - Page 50 Chapter 2Measurement (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. 1. Printing of measurement values (concentration value, various marks) is the same as in normal printing.
- Page 51 Chapter 2Measurement (3) QC mode 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 values (before correction by coefficient of correlation correction) When the measurement result is out of the measurement range, the following is printed.
- Page 52 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...
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Page 53: Overview
Overview Chapter 3Sub Menu 3-1-1 Contents of Each Menu MAIN MENU If [STOP] key is pressed during operation, the setting is When warm-up is completed after turning on the power, MAIN MENU is displayed. cancelled and the previous Press [1] key on MAIN MENU to go to Measurement; [2] key to SUB MENU; [3] key to screen is restored. - Page 54 Chapter 3Sub Menu Measurement Results Menu Item Description Reference Item 1. Print Prints measurement results stored in memory. Search by date and 3-2-1 ID is available. Printing measurement results 2. Send Transmits measurement results stored in memory to an external 3-2-2 device.
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Page 55: Measurement Results Menu
Measurement Results Menu Chapter 3Sub Menu 3-2-1 Printing Measurement Results Measurement results (up to 50 samples) stored in memory can be If [STOP] key is pressed during operation, the previous printed out. The printing type can be chosen from the following. screen is restored. - Page 56 Chapter 3Sub Menu 3. Select samples to print • Enter the dates of starting and If the range of measurement dates (the dates of starting finishing measurement by moving and finishing measurements) the cursor with the [hyphen (-)] key. is not specified, press [ENTER] key to go on to the next setting screen.
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Page 57: Transmitting Measurement Results
Chapter 3Sub Menu 3-2-2 Transmitting Measurement Results Measurement results (up to 50 samples) stored in memory can be If [STOP] key is pressed during operation, the previous transmitted. screen is restored. The transmitting type can be chosen from the following. ... - Page 58 Chapter 3Sub Menu 3. Select samples to transmit • Enter the dates of starting and If the range of measurement dates (the dates of starting finishing measurements by moving and finishing measurements) the cursor with [hyphen (-)] key. is not specified, press [ENTER] key to go on to the next setting screen.
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Page 59: Deleting Measurement Results
Chapter 3Sub Menu 3-2-3 Deleting Measurement Results All the measurement results stored in memory can be deleted. 1. Display setting screen • Press [2] key on the MAIN MENU. The SUB MENU 1/2 is displayed. • Press [1] key. The MEASUREMENT RESULTS MENU is displayed. -
Page 60: Wildcards
Chapter 3Sub 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 "????"... -
Page 61: Parameter Menu
Parameter Menu Chapter 3Sub Menu 3-3-1 Printing Parameters The present parameter settings can be printed out. 1. Display setting screen • Press [2] key on the MAIN MENU. The SUB MENU 1/2 is displayed. • Press [2] key. The Parameter Menu is displayed. 2. - Page 62 Chapter 3Sub Menu Measurement item name Measurement item No. Sample type Correction coefficient Serum correction coefficient Plasma correction coefficient Whole blood correction coefficient Measurement range Measurement value range [Unit] Blood range Normal value range [Unit] Blood range Temperature compensation value (25°C: “25°C”,30°C: “30°C”,No correction: “---”...
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Page 63: Entering Parameters
Chapter 3Sub Menu 3-3-2 Entering Parameters Parameters for “Coefficient of correlation correction”, “Normal If you press [STOP] key is pressed during entry, the entry value range”and “Correction Temperature” can be set. is cancelled and the cursor returns to the previous "[ ]" or Coefficient of correlation correction "<... - Page 64 Chapter 3Sub Menu 3. Set coefficients. • Enter the coefficient factor "A" by Enter minus signs and decimal points by using the "-/." key. using the numeric keys. To enter a minus sign, press [-/.] Any number from 0 to 10000 can be before pressing any numeric keys.
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Page 65: Initializing Parameters
Chapter 3Sub Menu 6. Set all the parameters • Press [START] or [STOP] key. When [START] key is pressed, the parameter settings are stored and the Select Item screen is restored. • When [STOP] key is pressed, the settings are canceled and the Select Item Screen in the procedure 1 is restored. - Page 66 Chapter 3Sub Menu 2. Initialize parameters • Press [hyphen (-)] key to select Besides [hyphen (-)] key can be used to select items, [0], measurement item to initialize. [2], [4], [6], and [8] keys can be used to select item. [0]→Item displayed first [2]→Last item •...
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Page 67: Maintenance Menu
Maintenance Menu Chapter 3Sub 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 4-3-3 “Cleaning the Probe” for the details. 3-4-2 Cleaning the Table •... -
Page 68: Mode Menu
Mode Menu Chapter 3Sub Menu 3-5-1 Survey / QC Mode Switch to the Survey / QC Mode. When measurement is done in the The Survey / QC Mode is Survey / QC Mode, raw data can be printed out besides ordinary canceled automatically if the power is turned off. -
Page 69: Built-In Clock Adjustment
Built-in Clock Adjustment Chapter 3Sub Menu 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. 1. Display setting screen •... - Page 70 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 Disinfection 4-3-2 Replacement of Thermal Printer Paper...
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Page 71: Outline
Outline Chapter 4Maintenance 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... -
Page 72: Daily Maintenance
Daily Maintenance Chapter 4Maintenance 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. -
Page 73: Periodical Maintenance
Periodical Maintenance Chapter 4Maintenance 4-3-1 Disinfection If sample gets on the instrument, clean it by following the instructions below. For disinfection of the device, lightly wipe the area to be disinfected with a cotton swab or gauze moistened with a disinfectant, then wipe the disinfectant with a cotton swab or gauze moistened with water, and then wipe it dry. - Page 74 Chapter 4Maintenance 2. Remove the remained paper • Press [FEED] key. Pick and remove the remaining paper, as it is fed out. 3. 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.
- Page 75 Chapter 4Maintenance 5. Close the paper cover • Close the paper cover, lifting it carefully and then pushing it into the operating unit. ■ 4-6 SE-1520...
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Page 76: Cleaning The Probe
Chapter 4Maintenance 4-3-3 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. 1. Prepare the check plate. Correctly insert the check plate so that the arrows on the check plate face forward. - Page 77 Chapter 4Maintenance 2. 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. • Select [1. Probe] on the Maintenance Menu of the Sub Menu.
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Page 78: Replacement Of Nozzle O-Ring
Chapter 4Maintenance 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 1. - Page 79 MEMO ■ 4-10 SE-1520...
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Page 81: Error Messages
Error Messages Chapter 5Troubleshooting 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. - Page 82 Chapter 5Troubleshooting Description and error messages Problems and causes Remedy • The magnetic card is not correct. • Insert the correct card. • Defective magnetic card. • The stripe of the magnetic card is not • Read the correct stripe. correct.
- Page 83 Chapter 5Troubleshooting Description and error message Problems and causes Remedy • Measurement is performed without • Carry out the calibration by the reading in any information on the magnetic card in the box of E-Plate magnetic card. before the measurement. •...
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Page 84: Trouble Messages
Trouble Messages Chapter 5Troubleshooting 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. - Page 85 Chapter 5Troubleshooting 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. • Abnormal analogue circuit of • Turn on the power again. measurement system.
- Page 86 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 6-3 Index ■ SE-1520 6-1...
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Page 87: Transmission Specifications
Transmission Specifications Chapter 6Appendix 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... -
Page 88: Block Structure
Chapter 6Appendix 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. -
Page 89: Format Of Measurement Results
Chapter 6Appendix 6-1-3 Format of Measurement Results The measurement results are the same as the "Normal format" in SE-1510 English mode. The program designed to receive the measurement results (normal format) in SE-1510 English mode receives the measurement results of SE-1520 normally. -
Page 90: After-Sales Service
After-sales Service Chapter 6Appendix 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. -
Page 91: Index
Index Chapter 6Appendix Adjust the contrast of display..............1-15 Handling Exclusive E-Plate ..............2-6 After-sales Service ................... 6-5 Handling Magnetic Card................2-7 Attach a new tip..................2-15 Handling Reference Solution..............2-9 Handling Samples ..................2-6 Handling Twin Pipette ................2-7 Hyphen/period...................1-8 B.C.R......................1-9 Built-in Clock Adjustment ............... 3-3 Built-in printer.................. - Page 92 Chapter 6Appendix Preparation....................2-10 Preparation of Samples................2-14 Printing ALL ....................3-4 LATEST ................... 3-4 Normal printing ................2-24 Printing Measurement Results ............3-4 Printing Parameters ................ 3-10 Printing the Normal Measurement Results ........2-24 QC mode printing................2-26 SEARCH ..................3-4 Survey mode printing ..............
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