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Beckman Coulter Power Processor Instructions For Use Manual

Centrifuge module for in vitro diagnostic use
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Instructions For Use
Power Processor
Centrifuge Module
For In Vitro Diagnostic Use
A97119AF
June 2019
Beckman Coulter, Inc.
250 S. Kraemer Blvd.
Brea, CA 92821 U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 Instructions For Use Power Processor Centrifuge Module For In Vitro Diagnostic Use A97119AF June 2019 Beckman Coulter, Inc. 250 S. Kraemer Blvd. Brea, CA 92821 U.S.A.
  • Page 2 PN A97119AF (June 2019) © 2019 Beckman Coulter, Inc. All Rights Reserved Trademarks Beckman Coulter and the Beckman Coulter symbol are trademarks of Beckman Coulter, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Find us on the World Wide Web at: www.beckmancoulter.com...

  • Page 3: What's New In This Release

    Initial Issue This is the initial release of the Power Processor Centrifuge Module Instructions for Use, A97119 (June 2011). This document was created as part of the reorganization of the current Power Processor Instructions for Use manual, PN 968232, to improve the content and usability of these instructions, and the method by which this information is delivered to our customers.
  • Page 4 • Stockyard Modules IFU, PN A97244 Documentation Changes for Centrifuge Module Significant new, or changed, Centrifuge Module information that was not in the Power Processor IFU, PN 968232, include the following: • Improvements to the “Stop Button Recovery with Instrument Connections” procedure.

  • Page 5: Safety Notice

    Safety Notice Read all product manuals and consult with Beckman Coulter-trained personnel before attempting to operate instrument. Do not attempt to perform any procedure before carefully reading all instructions. Always follow product labeling and manufacturer’s recommendations. If in doubt as to how to proceed in any situation, contact your Beckman Coulter Representative.

  • Page 6: General Warnings And Cautions

    General Warnings and Cautions General Warnings and Cautions WARNING Do not use the equipment in a manner not specified by Beckman Coulter, Inc., as the protection provided by the equipment can be impaired. WARNING Each sample tube processed by the system must have a unique sample ID and readable bar code label.
  • Page 7 Safety Notice Hardware Labels Electromagnetic Wave and Noise Precautions This In Vitro diagnostic (IVD) equipment complies with the emission and immunity requirement described in IEC 61326-2-6. CAUTION This equipment has been designed and tested to CISPR 11 Class A. In a domestic environment, it could cause radio interference, in which case, you might need to take measures to mitigate the interference.
  • Page 8 Customers must understand and follow all laws regarding the correct decontamination and safe disposal of electrical equipment. For Beckman Coulter products bearing this label, contact your dealer or local Beckman Coulter office for details on the take-back program that facilitates the correct collection, treatment, recovery, recycling and safe disposal of these products.
  • Page 9 Safety Notice Compliance and Certification Markings CE Marking The CE marking indicates that a product has been assessed before being placed on the market, and has been found to meet the applicable directives relating to the European Union safety, health, and environmental protection requirements.

  • Page 10: Symbols Glossary

    Safety Notice Symbols Glossary Symbols Glossary Symbols Glossary Symbol Symbol Title, Symbol Meaning, and Symbol Reference Title of Symbol: Caution Meaning of Symbol: Indicates the need for the user to consult the instructions for use for important cautionary information such as warnings and precautions that cannot, for a variety of reasons, the presented on the medical device itself.
  • Page 11 Safety Notice Symbols Glossary Symbols Glossary (Continued) Symbol Symbol Title, Symbol Meaning, and Symbol Reference Title of Symbol: Warning; Crushing of hands Meaning of Symbol: To warn of a closing motion of mechanical parts of equipment Standard Number, Title of Standard, and Symbol Reference Number: ISO 7010.
  • Page 12 Safety Notice Symbols Glossary Symbols Glossary (Continued) Symbol Symbol Title, Symbol Meaning, and Symbol Reference Title of Symbol: Catalogue Number Meaning of Symbol: Indicates the manufacturer's catalogue number so that the medical device can be identified. Standard Number, Title of Standard, and Symbol Reference Number: ISO 15223-1.
  • Page 13 Safety Notice Symbols Glossary Historical Power Processor systems may contain the following additional labels. Legacy Hardware Labels Symbol Description Please Hold This Portion This symbol, located on the drawer in the Dynamic Inlet and Outlet modules and the top cover of the centrifuge, indicates the most stable position to hold the drawer or cover.
  • Page 14 Safety Notice Symbols Glossary Legacy Hardware Labels (Continued) Symbol Description Caution, Moving Parts This caution symbol warns the operator of moving parts that can CAUTION PARTS MOVE pinch or crush. This label is found in several locations. AUTOMATICALLY A015081L.EPS Moving Parts Label This label indicates moving parts that can pinch or crush.

  • Page 15: Table Of Contents

    How to Enable or Disable the Centrifuge, 2-8 CHAPTER 3: Error Recovery Procedures, 3-1 Error Recovery General Information, 3-2 Power Processor Module Function Codes, 3-2 General Error Recovery Procedure, 3-3 System Error Recovery Procedures, 3-4 Gripper Finger Error Recovery, 3-4...
  • Page 16 Contents Broken Tube in the Centrifuge, 3-28 Fallen Tube in Centrifuge, 3-30 CHAPTER 4: Troubleshooting, 4-1 Error Code Tables, 4-1 Error Code Explanation, 4-1 Nomenclature, 4-2 Unit Error Code Categories, 4-2 Centrifuge Track Error Codes, 4-4 Centrifuge Module Error Codes, 4-7 Sensor Diagrams, 4-12 Background...

  • Page 17: General Information

    Be sure to follow all safety cautions and warnings noted in this document. This document is part of the Power Processor Instructions for Use Document Set and, only covers the Power Processor Centrifuge Modules. For information and instructions for other Power Processor modules, refer to the appropriate Power Processor manual from the list below.

  • Page 18: Document Conventions

    Document Conventions Safety Information Read all product manuals and consult with Beckman Coulter-trained personnel before attempting to operate instrument. Do not attempt to perform any procedure before carefully reading all instructions. Always follow product labeling and manufacturer’s recommendations. If in doubt as to how to proceed in any situation, contact your Beckman Coulter Representative.
  • Page 19 Thereafter the product name will be used alone. One exception to this rule is the use of names of instrument racks, since the name of the rack includes the product family and is associated with a specific Beckman Coulter part number.
  • Page 20 General Information Document Conventions A97119AF...

  • Page 21: Module Description

    CHAPTER 1 Module Description This chapter provides a brief description of the Power Processor Centrifuge Module. Centrifuge Module The Centrifuge Module is positioned near the center of the system (refer to Figure 1.1). The centrifuge accepts up to forty tubes per load. The Transfer Arm sequentially moves the sample tubes to one of four sample holders within the centrifuge.

  • Page 22: Dual Centrifuge

    Decapper and Outlet Modules. Dual Centrifuge The Power Processor can be configured with dual centrifuge modules of the same type. All sample tubes wait at the 1st bar code reader until a centrifuge becomes available for loading.

  • Page 23: Safety Shields

    10. Centrifuge #1 starts to spin the tubes. 11. Repeat steps 5–10. In a Dual Centrifuge configuration the Power Processor can operate with only one Centrifuge Module enabled if necessary. If a centrifuge has a problem that is taking an extended period of time to resolve, place that centrifuge in Disable Mode at the Line Controller.
  • Page 24 Module Description Centrifuge Module A97119AF...

  • Page 25: Module Procedures

    CHAPTER 2 Module Procedures This chapter contains operational procedures for the Power Processor Centrifuge module. Centrifuge Parameters The following Centrifuge parameters can be changed: Table 2.1 Centrifuge Setup Parameters Parameter Definition SPEED Rate at which the samples are spun, in RPM (rotations per minute). Recommended centrifuge speed is 3000 RPM.

  • Page 26: How To Set Run Time

    Module Procedures Centrifuge Parameters Figure 2.1 Centrifuge Module Controls and Keypad A011789P.EPS 1. Centrifuge Keypad 4. POWER ON 2. SPEED/TIMER Controls 5. STOP Button 3. RELEASE DOOR LOCK NOTE Centrifuge safety shield not shown. How to Set Run Time The Centrifuge Module must be in MANUAL mode to set or modify Run Time. To set Run Time, follow the procedure below (refer to Figure 2.2).
  • Page 27 Module Procedures Centrifuge Parameters Press the buttons next to the TIMER display to change the readout value. The FUNCTION +/- TIMER display shows the set time in ten-second intervals. For example, "6" on the TIMER display represents 6 × 10 seconds, or 60 seconds. Save or delete the new settings.

  • Page 28: How To Set Load Timeout

    Module Procedures Centrifuge Parameters How to Set Load Timeout Modifying the Load Timeout parameter will change the period of time that the centrifuge waits before spinning a partial centrifuge load. To change the Load Timeout parameter, follow the procedure below. Press the button twice to change to MANUAL mode.

  • Page 29: Balance Tube Preparation

    Module Procedures Balance Tube Preparation Balance Tube Preparation Five water-filled balance tubes must be present in the balance tube holders at the centrifuge so that the system can automatically counterbalance partial centrifuge loads. How to Prepare Balance Tubes Get five empty sample tubes exactly like those that will be centrifuged. Remove the cap and/or stopper from each sample tube.

  • Page 30: Priority Centrifugation

    Module Procedures Priority Centrifugation Priority Centrifugation The centrifuge waits for a specified time (Load Timeout) for the Transfer Arm to completely load sample tubes into centrifuge sample tube holders. Load Timeout can be overridden using the Priority Centrifugation function described here. NOTE To change the Load Timeout parameter, refer to the procedure How to Set Load Timeout...

  • Page 31: Enable Or Disable The Centrifuges

    Enable or Disable the Centrifuges Enable or Disable the Centrifuges Use the procedure below to enable or disable a centrifuge while the Power Processor is running. IMPORTANT For systems with Dual Centrifuges, use the Unit Enable/Disable function in this procedure to enable samples to bypass one or both centrifuges.

  • Page 32: How To Enable Or Disable The Centrifuge

    Module Procedures Enable or Disable the Centrifuges How to Enable or Disable the Centrifuge Go to the Line Control Computer Main screen. Select from the menu bar. System Setup Select the System Setup option. The System Setup dialog box appears. In the System Setup dialog box, select (refer to Figure...

  • Page 33: Error Recovery Procedures

    Error Recovery Procedures This chapter provides information to identify and resolve errors related to the Centrifuge modules, as well as system operational errors that are not specific to any Power Processor module. NOTE For error recovery information for other Power Processor Modules, refer to the appropriate Power Processor Module Instructions for Use documentation.

  • Page 34: Error Recovery General Information

    The procedure to recover from an error condition can include entering one or more Function Codes into one of the keypads on the Power Processor or a connected instrument. The following sections offer specific procedures for recovering from identified errors.

  • Page 35: General Error Recovery Procedure

    Pay attention to the area around the sensor that PAUSE/RUN generated the error. Make sure that the error has been resolved. If the error persists, repeat this procedure. Contact your local Beckman Coulter Representative for any unrecoverable errors. A97119AF...

  • Page 36: System Error Recovery Procedures

    Jammed Sample Tube Carrier Recovery The Power Processor system uses a series of sensors and stoppers to control the movement of sample tube carriers through the system. The pneumatic stoppers engage and disengage to halt sample tube carriers at specific locations. If a sensor is out of adjustment, the stopper can engage as a sample tube carrier passes by, pinching the sample tube carrier and causing a jam.
  • Page 37 NOTE If the carrier moves easily up the track, check the sensor number nearest the stopped sample carrier and refer to the appropriate error code table to resolve the error. Contact your Beckman Coulter Representative for assistance. Error Recovery...

  • Page 38: Bypassing A Module

    When the Centrifuge is bypassed, do not load or process sample tubes that require centrifugation. How to Bypass a Module Any module of the Power Processor system can be bypassed using the procedure below. When bypassing the Centrifuge, this must be done at the Centrifuge Track keypad. Press the button twice to switch to MANUAL mode.
  • Page 39 Error Recovery Procedures System Error Recovery Procedures If the condition occurs at... Then... the Bar Code Verification Module in front remove the sample tube from the sample tube of the bar code reader, carrier and process the tube offline. the Hematology Outlet and a sample tube remove the sample tube from the gripper is being placed in a personality or generic fingers and place in the appropriate rack.

  • Page 40: Stop Button Recovery Without Instrument Connections

    Error Recovery Procedures System Error Recovery Procedures Stop Button Recovery without Instrument Connections Pressing any STOP button (except the Centrifuge Stop Button) will disconnect power to the Power Processor system at any time during operation . The Line Control Computer and the PrepLink will remain ON.
  • Page 41 Error Recovery Procedures System Error Recovery Procedures For system configurations with the Aliquot Module, at the Aliquot Unit, lift and raise the aliquot tip Transfer Arms. At the Outlet Modules, if any sample tubes are present in the gripper fingers or in front of the bar code reader, manually remove the tubes and process OFFLINE.
  • Page 42 Error Recovery Procedures System Error Recovery Procedures For system configurations with the Aliquot Module, if there are no sample tubes present in the Serum Level Detector Unit, set the button to AUTO mode and proceed to step 16. AUTO/MANUAL If tubes are present in the Serum Level Detector gripper fingers, or in the optical wells, remove the tubes and place them in sample tube carriers inside the Serum Level Detector Unit.
  • Page 43 Error Recovery Procedures System Error Recovery Procedures Turn the Door Release Lock switch to the right to unlock the Centrifuge. If the Centrifuge does not unlock, make sure that the Centrifuge Transfer Arm is completely in the Home position. Open the Centrifuge lid. a.

  • Page 44: Stop Button Recovery With Instrument Connections

    AUTO mode to continue sample tube processing. AUTO/MANUAL Stop Button Recovery with Instrument Connections If the STOP button at any Power Processor module (except the Centrifuge Stop Button) is pressed when samples are on the instrument(s), follow the procedure below to recover. NOTE...
  • Page 45 Error Recovery Procedures System Error Recovery Procedures CAUTION For system configurations with the Aliquot Module, when a STOP button is pressed, aliquot tips containing serum sample will drip very slowly. The Serum Drip Trays may need to be cleaned. For information on how to clean the serum drip trays, refer to CHAPTER 5, “Daily Maintenance Procedures”...
  • Page 46 Error Recovery Procedures System Error Recovery Procedures Figure 3.3 Gripper release solenoid SL17 d. Place a LX/DxC rack under the tubes, raise it so the tubes are inside the rack and hold it in place. e. While holding the LX/DxC rack with tubes securely in the rack, use the end of a lab swab or other implement to push the button on top of solenoid SL17.
  • Page 47 Error Recovery Procedures System Error Recovery Procedures f. Lower the rack and tubes, and then release the solenoid button. g. Remove the rack and tubes and close the access door. Check the sample tube status at the LX/DxC instrument console to see if they are completed. If…...
  • Page 48 Error Recovery Procedures System Error Recovery Procedures Remove the sample tube from the stockyard grippers. (The Home position for the input arm opens the grippers and the sample tube falls after the stockyard is put in AUTO mode. If… Then… the STOP button was pressed remove the sample tube(s) in the stockyard during a sample tube...
  • Page 49 Error Recovery Procedures System Error Recovery Procedures At the large capacity stockyard keypad(s), set the button to AUTO mode. AUTO/MANUAL Set the button on the Recapper to AUTO mode. AUTO/MANUAL If there are no sample tubes at the Recapper, proceed to step 30. Check for caps in the Recapper chute.
  • Page 50 At the Generic Connection Modules: If… Then… the Generic Connection is an contact your local Beckman Coulter AU connection, Representative for error recovery instructions for this module. a sample tube is at the check the Sample ID status at the Generic or aspiration location, IDC Connection instrument(s).
  • Page 51 Error Recovery Procedures System Error Recovery Procedures After the sample queue is cleared, set the button at each Generic and IDC AUTO/MANUAL Connection Module keypad to AUTO mode. Set the button on the H-Lane to AUTO mode. AUTO/MANUAL For system configurations with an Aliquot Module and a sample tube in front of bar code reader #1, place a blockage between the sample at bar code reader #1 and the samples that may be preceding bar code reader #1 in the Aliquot Unit.
  • Page 52 Error Recovery Procedures System Error Recovery Procedures Set the button on the Serum Level Detector Unit to AUTO mode. AUTO/MANUAL If there are no samples at the Centrifuge, set the button to AUTO mode and AUTO/MANUAL proceed to step 66. If a sample tube is present in front of the Centrifuge Track bar code reader, it may proceed down the track and bypass the Centrifuge when the Centrifuge is set to AUTO mode in step 65.
  • Page 53 Error Recovery Procedures System Error Recovery Procedures Manually load the Centrifuge with the tubes set aside in steps 48b, 50, and that needed to be spun. Make sure the load is balanced. Close the Centrifuge lid and make sure both latches are secure. Ensure that the Centrifuge is in MANUAL mode.

  • Page 54: Centrifuge Error Recovery Procedures

    Error Recovery Procedures Centrifuge Error Recovery Procedures At the Inlet Module... • If any samples are still in the Inlet gripper finger(s), they must be removed and placed back into the partially unloaded rack. • If a partially unloaded rack (any four Inlet racks) needs to be processed, place a sample tube in location #1 of the rack and move all tubes forward so there are no empty tube positions.

  • Page 55: Stop Button Recovery For The Centrifuge

    Centrifuge is pressed, power to the Centrifuge will be disconnected, and STOP the Centrifuge alarm will be activated. However, the Power Processor System will continue to process samples. Sample tube carriers will collect in the incoming Centrifuge lane until the Centrifuge is placed back into AUTO mode.
  • Page 56 Error Recovery Procedures Centrifuge Error Recovery Procedures When centrifugation has completed, press the button twice on the Centrifuge to AUTO/MANUAL change to mode. AUTO If all the balance tubes are in the balance tube holding area, proceed to step 13. If balance tubes are in the Centrifuge, proceed to step 9.

  • Page 57: Centrifuge Imbalance Recovery

    Error Recovery Procedures Centrifuge Error Recovery Procedures Replace the Centrifuge safety shield. At the Centrifuge Track keypad, press the button twice to set to mode AUTO/MANUAL MANUAL then press the buttons on the keypad to set the readout to "84" and press FUNCTION +/- Enter On the Centrifuge keypad hit...

  • Page 58: Manual Centrifugation

    Error Recovery Procedures Centrifuge Error Recovery Procedures Close the Centrifuge lid securely. An audible "click" is heard as the lid latches. Replace the Centrifuge safety shield. Press the button to resume centrifugation. PAUSE/RUN If the problem persists, repeat this procedure or perform Manual Centrifugation. Figure 3.5 Centrifuge Control Panel A011789P.EPS 1.
  • Page 59 Error Recovery Procedures Centrifuge Error Recovery Procedures Press the buttons on the left Centrifuge Module keypad to set the readout to "80" FUNCTION +/- and press . The PAUSE light comes on. ENTER Remove the Centrifuge safety shield. Turn the Door Release Lock switch to the right to unlock the Centrifuge. Open the Centrifuge lid.

  • Page 60: Broken Tube In The Fallen Tube In

    Error Recovery Procedures Centrifuge Error Recovery Procedures Press the buttons on the left Centrifuge Track keypad to release sample tube FUNCTION +/- carriers using the “84” sample carrier release function. Press the button on the keypad to bypass sample tube carriers through the Centrifuge ENTER buffer and track area.
  • Page 61 Error Recovery Procedures Centrifuge Error Recovery Procedures Carefully clean the contaminated sample tube holder and Centrifuge following the laboratory’s procedure for biohazard cleaning. It can be necessary to use cotton tipped applicators moistened with cleaning solution to thoroughly clean the sample tube holder. At the Centrifuge Track keypad, press the button twice to switch to MANUAL AUTO/MANUAL...
  • Page 62 Error Recovery Procedures Centrifuge Error Recovery Procedures Turn the Door Release Lock switch to the right to unlock the Centrifuge. Open the Centrifuge lid. CAUTION DO NOT remove sample tube holder(s) from the Centrifuge bucket. The mounting screws are sealed at the factory. Carefully remove the broken sample tube and glass from the Centrifuge and sample tube holder.
  • Page 63 Error Recovery Procedures Centrifuge Error Recovery Procedures Remove the Centrifuge safety shield. Turn the Door Release Lock switch to the right to unlock the Centrifuge. Open the Centrifuge lid and remove the fallen tube. Close the Centrifuge lid. An audible "click" is heard as the lid latches. Make sure that both latches are secure.
  • Page 64 Error Recovery Procedures Centrifuge Error Recovery Procedures 3-32 A97119AF...

  • Page 65: Troubleshooting

    • Sensor Diagrams Error Code Tables The Error Code tables describe error messages generated by the Power Processor system. The tables provide system error codes, a brief explanation of the possible problem, and possible solutions. Error Code Explanation The "Error Code" column contains the alphanumeric codes as they appear in the Line Control Computer Error Log.

  • Page 66: Nomenclature

    Troubleshooting Error Code Tables Nomenclature Table 4.1 contains definitions of the alphabetic portion of error codes found in the "Error Code" column of the following Error Code tables. Use this table and the color diagrams in the Sensor Diagrams section on page 4-12, to locate errors on the system.
  • Page 67 Troubleshooting Error Code Tables Table 4.2 Unit Error Code Categories Category Error Description Problem Solution 0_xx Could not read bar code. Invalid bar code. • Attach valid bar code. • Check that the bar code label is correct and clean. Sample information was not •...

  • Page 68: Centrifuge Track Error

    Troubleshooting Error Code Tables Centrifuge Track Error Codes Table 4.3 represents Error Codes as they appear in the Line Control Computer Systems Error Log and Error Signals as they appear on the Centrifuge Track keypad display located next to the Centrifuge Module (refer to Figure 4.1).
  • Page 69 Troubleshooting Error Code Tables Table 4.3 Centrifuge Track Error Codes (Continued) Sensor Keypad Problem Solution Display SN14 1_14 The sensor does not detect a sample Inspect the track to see if a sample tube carrier is tube carrier at the first loading position. jammed and if the belt moves.
  • Page 70 Troubleshooting Error Code Tables Table 4.3 Centrifuge Track Error Codes (Continued) Sensor Keypad Problem Solution Display SL14 2_14 Stopper error at the sorting point to the Inspect the track to see if a sample tube carrier is buffer area. jammed and if the belt moves. SL15 2_15 Stopper error at the sorting point to the...
  • Page 71 Troubleshooting Error Code Tables Table 4.3 Centrifuge Track Error Codes (Continued) Sensor Keypad Problem Solution Display SL51 2_51 Error of stopper one before the bar code The stopper one before the bar code reader lane reader lane. is not operating correctly. Make sure that a sample tube carrier is not jammed.
  • Page 72 Troubleshooting Error Code Tables Table 4.4 Centrifuge Module Error Codes (Continued) Sensor Keypad Problem Solution Display SN19 1_19 Error picking up sample tube from Remove the sample from the sample tube carrier. loading/unloading position #5. Manually put the sample tube into the centrifuge sample tube carrier.
  • Page 73 Troubleshooting Error Code Tables Table 4.4 Centrifuge Module Error Codes (Continued) Sensor Keypad Problem Solution Display 200V 2_00 Line voltage error. Inspect the power source and the breaker between the centrifuge and the track. SL01 2_01 Balance tube #1 up/down movement Make sure that a balance tube is present and that error.
  • Page 74 Troubleshooting Error Code Tables Table 4.4 Centrifuge Module Error Codes (Continued) Sensor Keypad Problem Solution Display SL16 2_16 Transfer arm upward movement error at Inspect the module to see if the transfer arm is the loading position. not blocked by an obstruction. SL17 2_17 Transfer arm downward movement error...
  • Page 75 Troubleshooting Error Code Tables Table 4.4 Centrifuge Module Error Codes (Continued) Sensor Keypad Problem Solution Display Sample tube grasping error at gripper #3. 1. Manually remove the sample from the gripper AS24 7_24 or the sample tube carrier. 2. Replace the sample in the appropriate position.

  • Page 76: Sensor Diagrams

    Troubleshooting Sensor Diagrams Sensor Diagrams Sensor diagrams are provided to assist the operator in locating errors on the system, and are intended to supplement the error code tables. Background Information Each hardware module uses a series of magnetic, fiber optic and other sensors to detect sample tube carriers, sample tubes in sample tube carriers, hardware positioning, and whether or not a gripper has grasped a tube.
  • Page 77 Centrifuge/Centrifuge Track Figure 4.3 Centrifuge/Centrifuge Track SL24 SENSOR / ERROR CODE KEY Sensor Type Keypad Display Prefix BR, BZ SN, LS, SW SL22 SL05 SL06 SL21 SN36 SN37 SL04 Instrument SN04 SN05 SN33 SN32 SL19 SL20 SN11 SN03 SN31 SL16 SN22 SN20 SL10...
  • Page 78 Troubleshooting Sensor Diagrams 4-14 A97119AF...

  • Page 79: Centrifuge Comparison/Correlation

    This procedure provides instructions for comparing automation centrifuge parameters and standalone centrifuge parameters. (Your laboratory procedures and/or regulatory agency requirements may be different.) Please review this procedure with your Beckman Coulter Automation Implementation Manager. The following pages contain: • correlation procedure •...

  • Page 80: Centrifuge Comparison/Correlation

    • Each tube will need a unique sample ID since both tubes will be on the instrument at the same time • Centrifuge 1 tube in lab centrifuge • Centrifuge 1 tube in Power Processor centrifuge Use sample cups • Draw two sample tubes with same test programming •...

  • Page 81: Studies

    Centrifuge Comparison/Correlation Procedure Terminology for Correlation/Method Comparison Studies Terminology for Correlation/Method Comparison Studies A correlation or method comparison evaluates samples to determine the linear regression of two methods or instrument systems. Conventionally, the known method/system goes on the X axis and the new method/system goes on the Y axis.
  • Page 82 Centrifuge Comparison/Correlation Procedure Terminology for Correlation/Method Comparison Studies A97119AF...

  • Page 83: Worksheet

    Centrifuge Comparison Data Worksheet Analyte: ________________________________________________________________ Units: __________________________________________________________________ Instrument: ____________________________________________________________ Reference System: ____________________________________________________ Power Processor Centrifuge RCF (g) ______________________________________________________________ RCF (g) ______________________________________________________________ Time (min) ___________________________________________________________ Time (min) ___________________________________________________________ G-min ________________________________________________________________ G-min ________________________________________________________________ Table A.1 Centrifuge Comparison Data Worksheet Sample ID...
  • Page 84 Table A.1 Centrifuge Comparison Data Worksheet Sample ID Reference System Reference System Comment Result (a) Result (b) a) tube centrifuged by reference system b) tube centrifuged by Power Processor...
  • Page 85 Table A.1 Centrifuge Comparison Data Worksheet Sample ID Reference System Reference System Comment Result (a) Result (b) a) tube centrifuged by reference system b) tube centrifuged by Power Processor...
  • Page 86 Table A.1 Centrifuge Comparison Data Worksheet Sample ID Reference System Reference System Comment Result (a) Result (b) a) tube centrifuged by reference system b) tube centrifuged by Power Processor...
  • Page 87 Table A.1 Centrifuge Comparison Data Worksheet Sample ID Reference System Reference System Comment Result (a) Result (b) a) tube centrifuged by reference system b) tube centrifuged by Power Processor Based on the preceding data, the statistical analysis produced the following results: n = 40 slope (m) = y intercept (b) =...

  • Page 90: Related Documents

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