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YBC-5 Passive Vaccine Storage Device User Manual Caution: Read this entire manual carefully before using the product. Store this manual in a safe and accessible place for later reference as necessary. The device is prequalified for stationary use only.
TABLE OF FIGURES Figure 1: The device ......................3 Figure 2: Filling ice blocks ....................7 Figure 3: Conditioning the ice blocks ................8 Figure 4: Loading cup stack containers with vaccines ............9 Figure 5: Loading the stacks into the device ..............10 Figure 6: Daily use ......................
0°C and 10°C for at least 35 days, operating within an ambient temperature range of 25°C to 43°C. Accordingly, the WHO has pre-qualified the Arktek per Product Performance Standard: WHO/PQS/E004/CB03.1 The Arktek uses technologically advanced materials with an extremely efficient vacuum device to isolate the interior contents from external heat.
Lid lock for secure storage. Specifications ITEM SPEC Model identifier YBC-5 Arktek alpha-numeric designation Ambient Temperature 15°C to 43°C Expected conditions of surrounding environment of use Vaccine storage temperature range 0°C to 10°C Internal temperature in vaccine payload area Capacity 5.4 L...
After loading the vaccine and stacks, the device must remain upright. Do not roll or drop the device, Do not stack the Arktek with any other item. Avoid corrosive environments, such as locations causing exposure to salt water or agricultural fertilizers.
FILLING, FREEZING, & CONDITIONING ICE BLOCKS Fill each ice block (Figure 2) Figure 2: Filling ice blocks 1. Using the provided Arktek Ice Block tool, unscrew the cap block. Rotate in a counterclockwise (anti-clockwise) direction. 2. Gently pry off the plug as necessary.
Important: Do not wait too long or let the thermometer rise above the green zone on the positive side. Place ice blocks inside the Arktek 1. Place ice blocks into the Arktek, one at a time. Stack them on opposite sides as shown in (Figure 3-03).
Large and Small Cups To load the containers with vaccines ( Figure 1. Unlatch and remove the Arktek’s cap. 2. Remove the three vaccine stacks from the device and quickly replace the Arktek cap. Unlatching Cup 3.
Figure 5: Loading the stacks into the Figure device 1. Unlatch and remove the Arktek cap. It will remain tethered to the device. 2. Place one of the side vaccine stacks into the device (between the two stacks of ice blocks).
Reattach cups. Day cup will be top of center stack. time. The stack with the day use cup must go into place last so as to be located in line with the Arktek access channel. ×3 8. Replace the cap on the device and latch the cap in place.
Access vaccines for immunization session 1. Unlatch and remove the Arktek cap. 2. Reach into the day use cup and retrieve individual vaccines (Figure 06). Do not remove stacks during the day unless necessary to refill the day use container.
CLEANING AND STORAGE Cleaning The exterior of the device can be cleaned as needed. The interior of the device should be cleaned before it is reloaded with ice blocks. The device interior should not be cleaned when it is in use, as doing so will reduce vaccine hold time. To clean the exterior of the device: 1.
Caution: The display panel are fragile objects; Do not set any heavy objects on the panels or subject them to impact. If the display goes blank, contact your authorized Arktek customer service engineer.
Issues Solutions The Arktek alarm sounds The alarm is set to sound if the interior area is too cold and thus may damage the vaccines. Take these steps: 1.
2. The vacuum tank sealed tube removal or drilling in the tank shell to prevent for storing liquid nitrogen lead to danger. 3. The plug is made by flammable material, keep away from flame during disposal. 4. Tanks should be recycle by the local distributor and please contact Arktek team.
WARRANTY To facilitate inquiries, please copy the model number and serial number in the following table. Model To avoid losing the invoice, you can affix it to this page. (Paste or staple your invoice here.) Warranty Information Thank you for using the device. Per the warranty card and invoiced date of sale (refer to the invoice), we will provide the following coverage to you.
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