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INSTALLATION GUIDE Rev. 1.1 Semi-automatic instrument for agglutination testing SOFTWARE VERSION 1.02.00 AUTO-DAT (REF. 26001) ONLY FOR IN VITRO DIAGNOSTIC USE...
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AUTO-DAT models: This manual applies to the following models of AUTO-DAT. Catalogue number Description 26001 AUTO-DAT Accessories: Catalogue number Description 10403 THERMAL PAPER List of manual revisions Manual revision Description of changes First issue New software version v1.02.00 AUTO-DAT INSTALLATION GUIDE...
Member State. No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical or otherwise, for any use whatsoever without the prior written permission of DIESSE Diagnostica Senese S.p.A. Rev. 1.1 AUTO-DAT...
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Directive 2012/19/EC Attention: please read this manual carefully and comply with the safety symbols Warning: risk of electric shock BIOHAZARD: risk of contamination handling potentially infected substances Risk of hand crushed due to mechanical movements AUTO-DAT INSTALLATION GUIDE Rev. 1.1...
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In case of sale or transfer, make sure that this manual accompanies the AUTO-DAT to allow new users to be informed about the instrument’s operation and the related warnings.
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The screenshots in this manual are for illustration purposes only. DIESSE is not liable for damages caused directly or indirectly by errors, faults or incidents, due to the use of manuals that do not correspond to the version of the instrument provided.
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BIO-CONTAMINATION HAZARDS Potentially infected material is handled. When an analysis system like the AUTO-DAT is used, all precautions must be taken regarding biological risks. The samples must be disposed of in accordance with laboratory instructions and with local laws. Observe personal and group safety measures required for the operator and appropriate for the work environment.
Printer line, speed 20 mm/sec. Image processor See Central Unit Interfaces 1 x RS232C, 2 Host USB, Ethernet Protection category CLASS II Safety standard EN 61010-1, EN 61010-2-101 EN61326-1, EN61326-2-6 Installation category Protection Class IP20 AUTO-DAT INSTALLATION GUIDE Rev. 1.1...
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The safety and performance of the instrument is not ensured if a power supply other than the one supplied is used. (even if compatible with power supply network of the installation country). Rev. 1.1 AUTO-DAT INSTALLATION GUIDE...
Any damage suffered by the instrument during transport or missing parts or elements must be reported immediately to Diesse Diagnostica Senese SpA. Keep the original packaging for any future technical service needs. The box must not be rotated during transport. The instrument can be transported in temperature conditions between 5 and 45°C.
DIESSE Diagnostica Senese S.p.A. 4 UNPACKING The AUTO-DAT is a precision instrument and must be handled as such. Inappropriate operations may damage the internal components and cause mechanical damage. Follow the instructions in this section in order to ensure the safety of the instrument and of the operator.
3. Pull the plugs to detach the outer box from the lower tray and remove the four hooks from the die-cut openings at the bottom. Figure 2: Plugs removal 4. Remove the external and internal packaging. AUTO-DAT INSTALLATION GUIDE Rev. 1.1...
(doors, windows, etc.) so that it is not subjected to random impacts during operation. AUTO-DAT complies with the directives regarding electromagnetic emissions, however it is advisable, where possible, to position the instrument away from devices that generate electromagnetic waves (e.g. laboratory refrigerators, centrifuges) and instruments that do not have the CE marking, as these could occasionally interfere with the instrument’s operation.
5. Optional - Before switching on the instrument, connect the external barcode reader (accessory). 6. Turn on the instrument by switching the power switch, located on the rear side of the instrument. 7. Wait for the instrument to start the initial automatic control procedure. AUTO-DAT INSTALLATION GUIDE Rev. 1.1...
Make sure there is no microplate inside AUTO-DAT ▪ Lift and move the instrument, using both hands ▪ Once the AUTO-DAT has been placed in the new position it is necessary to: Reconnect the power cable ▪ Reconnect any previously disconnected cables ▪...
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Potentially infected material is handled. When using an analysis system such as AUTO-DAT, all precautions regarding biohazard must be taken. The samples must be disposed of in accordance with laboratory instructions and with local laws.
In case of an incorrect user code or password, a red exclamation point will be displayed next to the field just entered 5). In this case you will need to re-enter the code in IGURE the fields that require it. Rev. 1.1 AUTO-DAT INSTALLATION GUIDE...
• Start the analysis; • Access the settings menu; • Access the instrument data archives; • Access the help/quick start guide; • Log out of the active account. Figure 6: Home page AUTO-DAT INSTALLATION GUIDE Rev. 1.1...
IGURE System information: provides access to the instrument's on-board startup guide in which the key points of AUTO-DAT use are summarized. The quick guide changes language based on the language set in the graphical interface of the instrument.
The page that opens after choosing "General" is as shown in Figure 8. From here, you can view and access a variety of options, which will be described in detail in the following paragraphs. AUTO-DAT INSTALLATION GUIDE Rev. 1.1...
The available language choices are as follows: • Italian • English Once you click on the desired language, the software will automatically load the translation of the interface strings in that specific language. Figure 9 Rev. 1.1 AUTO-DAT INSTALLATION GUIDE...
"Date/Time" section, and wait a few seconds for the changes to take effect. These two pieces of information are also visible in the bottom right and left corners of the graphical interface during normal use of the instrument. Figure 11 AUTO-DAT INSTALLATION GUIDE Rev. 1.1...
Celsius or Fahrenheit. By pressing the button corresponding to the desired temperature unit, you will be able to view the temperature with the chosen unit of measurement on the receipt printed by the instrument. Figure 13 Rev. 1.1 AUTO-DAT INSTALLATION GUIDE...
8.4 USER MANAGEMENT On the settings page, you can select the "User Management" option to access the page, as shown in Figure 15, which manages user access to the instrument, their permissions, and passwords. AUTO-DAT INSTALLATION GUIDE Rev. 1.1...
• Access the saved user information by pressing the button and potentially modify them, as shown in Figure 16 • Delete the user after pressing the button Figure 16 Rev. 1.1 AUTO-DAT INSTALLATION GUIDE...
Service section of the instrument. By pressing the button on the Home page, the Service option will appear at the bottom of the list, which is hidden from other users. AUTO-DAT INSTALLATION GUIDE Rev. 1.1...
The page that opens after choosing "Software" is as shown in Figure 19. From here, you can view and access various options, which will be described in detail in the following paragraphs. Figure 19 Rev. 1.1 AUTO-DAT INSTALLATION GUIDE...
Brucella test at the end of a cycle, before displaying the results and prior to confirming the results. Figure 20 8.5.1.2 Plate check In this page, as shown in Figure 21, you can choose whether the instrument should perform a plate check before starting the analysis cycle. AUTO-DAT INSTALLATION GUIDE Rev. 1.1...
It can be either via serial connection or Ethernet cable (TCP). Default: Serial Additionally, on this page, you can enable or disable the automatic sending of results at the end of the session. After modifying any of these parameters, press the "Save" button. Rev. 1.1 AUTO-DAT INSTALLATION GUIDE...
Figure 23. From here, you can view and access various options, which will be described in detail in the following paragraphs. Insert an empty plate into the instrument with the letters facing down, with some cut- out letters inside Figure 23 AUTO-DAT INSTALLATION GUIDE Rev. 1.1...
"Pic Front" and "Pic Rear" buttons, users can capture an image with the front or rear camera. The captured photo is displayed in a new window, where a button at the bottom allows users to save the taken photo to a USB. Rev. 1.1 AUTO-DAT INSTALLATION GUIDE...
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Using the arrow keys, you can view the photos from both cameras, and you can save the processed image by pressing the center button. AUTO-DAT INSTALLATION GUIDE Rev. 1.1...
Selecting this option, as shown in Figure 25, allows you to set the motor's position so that the plate is precisely positioned under the cameras. This position will be used during the cycle, before capturing the images, to align the plate under the cameras. Rev. 1.1 AUTO-DAT INSTALLATION GUIDE...
Figure 25 8.5.2.5 Door On this page, as shown in Figure 26, you can choose to enable or disable the door check and its corresponding lock before starting the analysis cycle. Figure 26 AUTO-DAT INSTALLATION GUIDE Rev. 1.1...
The cameras are installed on a support with slotted holes to adjust their position (front and back). The fixing screws are mounted on springs to adjust the orientation of the camera. Rev. 1.1 AUTO-DAT INSTALLATION GUIDE...
Select the capture menu and press Pic Front to take a photo with the front camera: Select the capture menu and press Pic Rear to take a photo with the rear camera: AUTO-DAT INSTALLATION GUIDE Rev. 1.1...
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USB pen and check on the PC if the picture is perfectly in focus, otherwise repeat the focus operations until you obtain a correct picture. Rev. 1.1 AUTO-DAT INSTALLATION GUIDE...
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