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Kiestra™ Work Cell Automation
User's Manual
BD Kiestra B.V.
Marconilaan 6
9207 JC Drachten, The Netherlands
BD Switzerland Sàrl
Terre Bonne Park – A4
Route de Crassier 17
1262 Eysins, Switzerland
Australian and New Zealand Sponsors:
Becton Dickinson Pty Ltd.
66 Waterloo Road
Macquarie Park NSW 2113, Australia
Becton Dickinson Limited
14B George Bourke Drive
Mt. Wellington Auckland 1060, New Zealand
L011039(07) 2022-10
447202, 447206
English
bd.com/e-labeling
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Summarization of Contents
Introduction
Instructions for use guidance
Provides guidance on using the product and safety information.
Limited warranty
Outlines the warranty terms for the BD Kiestra™ solution.
Conventions
Explains formatting conventions used in the manual for clarity.
Notes, cautions, and warnings
Details the use of NOTE, CAUTION, and WARNING messages for important information.
Symbols glossary
Lists and explains symbols used throughout the manual.
Solution description
Intended use
Describes the intended use of the BD Kiestra™ Work Cell Automation solution.
System Control Unit
Details the System Control Unit (SCU) as a software repository and its function.
SorterA-BarcodA
Explains the SorterA-BarcodA module's function in storing and labeling plates.
InoqulA+™ FA/SA
Describes the InoqulA+™ module for automated and semi-automated specimen processing.
ReadA™ Compact
Details the ReadA™ Compact module for incubating and imaging plates.
ProceedA
Explains the ProceedA module's role in automating plate transport.
BD Synapsys™ Informatics Solution
Describes the BD Synapsys™ Informatics Solution for data management and workflows.
Components
Lists and describes the common and module-specific components of the solution.
Plate Path
Details the path plates follow through the different modules of the solution.
Specifications of the solution
WCA solution specifications
Lists utility requirements, heat production, and power consumption for the WCA solution.
Disposables specifications
Details specifications for plates and specimen containers used with the InoqulA+™.
Specimen processing requirements
Outlines procedures and volumes for specimen processing using InoqulA+™.
Computer and software connection requirements
Lists network and software connection requirements for the solution.
InoqulA+™
Module startup
Provides a step-by-step guide for starting the InoqulA+™ module.
User log in or log out
Explains procedures for logging into and out of the InoqulA+™ software.
Module shutdown
Details the correct procedure for shutting down the InoqulA+™ module.
Emergency stop
Describes the function and procedure for using the emergency stop.
Uninterruptible power supply
Explains the function of the uninterruptible power supply for PCs.
SorterA-BarcodA
BarcodA main menu
Overviews the main menu and key display elements of the BarcodA software.
Status overviews
Explains how to access and interpret status overviews for destackers, BarcodA, and stackers.
Preparation for processing
Guides users on preparing the system and loading plates before processing.
Verifying the SorterA-BarcodA settings
Details how to verify settings, including carbon and label rolls.
Operation
Covers the basic operation of the SorterA-BarcodA, including adding plates and pausing.
Fully automated specimen processing procedure
Preparing for fully automated operation
Outlines the setup steps required for fully automated processing (FA).
Use of specimen containers and specimen racks
Details how to correctly place specimen containers into racks.
Use of broth tubes
Explains how to label, place, and identify broth tubes for processing.
Use of pipet tips
Guides users on refilling pipet tip racks and verifying supply status.
Using the slide preparation submodule
Describes the setup and procedures for using the slide preparation submodule.
Using beads
Explains how to refill the bead dispenser and manage bead disposal containers.
Starting fully automated processing
Details the procedure for initiating fully automated processing.
Completing fully automated processing
Covers viewing completed batches and performing end-of-run cleanup.
Status overview
Explains how to view the status of entered specimens and completed inoculations.
Reprinting labels
Guides on how to reprint labels if the printer runs out of supplies.
Semi-automated specimen processing procedure
Preparing for semi-automated specimen processing
Outlines the preparation steps for semi-automated processing (SA).
Setting left- and right-handedness
Explains how to set user handedness for inoculation guidance.
Defining a specimen batch in the InoqulA software
Details how to create, delete, or add analyses to specimen batches.
Starting semi-automated processing
Covers starting semi-automated processing and handling barcode retrieval issues.
Completing semi-automated processing
Explains how to view a completed batch and perform end-of-run cleanup.
Status overview
Describes how to view the status of specimens and inoculations.
Reprinting labels
Guides on how to reprint labels for broth tubes or slides.
Secondary inoculation
Secondary inoculation from broth tubes
Details secondary inoculation procedures using broth tubes.
Secondary inoculation from plates or BD BACTEC™ bottles
Explains secondary inoculation from plates or BD BACTEC™ bottles.
InoqulA+™ troubleshooting
Protocol for resolving errors
Outlines the protocol for troubleshooting and resolving errors.
Responding to warnings and errors
Explains how to respond to warnings and errors using the Incident wizard.
InoqulA+™ warnings
Lists common InoqulA+™ warnings and their implications.
InoqulA+™ errors
Details common InoqulA+™ errors, their causes, and resolution steps.
InoqulA+™ malfunctions
Describes conditions that may prevent proper functioning without generating errors.
Recurring errors
Provides steps for addressing recurring errors or unresolved issues.
Clearing and synchronizing
Explains procedures for clearing jams and synchronizing the module.
Viewing error logs
Guides on how to view error logs for troubleshooting.
ReadA™ Compact
The ReadA™ Compact incubator
Describes the ReadA™ Compact incubator and its operational requirements.
Starting the ReadA Compact application
Provides steps to start the ReadA Compact application.
User log in and log out
Explains how users log in and out of the ReadA Compact application.
Using the Stop [F4] button
Details the function of the Stop [F4] button for controlled operation halt.
Emergency stop
Explains the emergency stop procedure and its impact on the system.
Restart after an emergency stop
Guides on how to restart the system after an emergency stop.
Using the ReadA Compact application
The ReadA Compact application main window
Overviews the main window elements of the ReadA Compact application.
Main window toolbar options
Details the options available in the main window toolbar.
Main window button bar options
Describes the quick access options available in the main window button bar.
Main window tabs
Explains the different tabs available in the main window.
ReadA™ Compact troubleshooting
Errors
Explains how errors are issued and displayed in the ReadA™ Compact.
Protocol for resolving errors
Outlines the protocol for resolving ReadA™ Compact errors.
Error report
Details how error reports are generated and what information they contain.
Restarting after an error
Guides on restarting the ReadA™ Compact after resolving an error.
Error messages
Provides a list of error messages, causes, and recommended actions.
ProceedA software
Displaying a graphic representation of the ProceedA
Explains the graphic overview of the ProceedA module in the Machine tab.
Monitoring the ProceedA activities
Details how to monitor the activities and status of the ProceedA.
Using the ProceedA
Startup
Provides steps for starting the ProceedA module.
Log in and log out
Explains login and logout procedures for the ProceedA software.
Shutdown
Details the procedure for shutting down the ProceedA software.
Temporary stop and restart
Covers temporary stopping and restarting of the ProceedA.
Emergency stop
Explains the emergency stop procedure for the ProceedA.
ProceedA troubleshooting
Protocol for resolving errors
Outlines the protocol for troubleshooting errors in the ProceedA.
ProceedA warnings
Details ProceedA warnings, their behavior, and response requirements.
ProceedA warning examples
Provides examples of common ProceedA warning messages.
ProceedA errors
Explains how ProceedA errors are displayed and their impact.
ProceedA error examples
Offers examples of module and plate errors in ProceedA.
Resolving ProceedA errors
Guides on how to resolve ProceedA errors, including empty checks.
Viewing error logs
Explains how to view error logs for the ProceedA software.
Cleaning and disinfection
Frequency of routine cleaning
Discusses factors influencing the frequency of routine cleaning activities.
Cleaning methods
Outlines different approaches to cleaning the solution components.
Cleaning of components
Details cleaning procedures for general, InoqulA+™, and ReadA™ Compact components.
Decontamination
Provides critical safety and procedural information on decontamination.
Maintenance
Maintenance activities
Describes maintenance roles and activities performed by different personnel.
SorterA-BarcodA Tools manager
Introduces the SorterA-BarcodA Tools manager for maintenance functions.
Simple maintenance
Covers essential simple maintenance tasks for the solution.
Preventive maintenance
Explains the schedule and process for preventive maintenance.
Corrective maintenance
Details corrective maintenance procedures performed by BD.
Replacing the label and carbon roll
Provides step-by-step instructions for replacing printer rolls.
Appendices
Hotkeys
Lists hotkeys for BarcodA and InoqulA modules for efficient operation.
Ordering information
Provides catalog numbers for ordering consumables and spare parts.
Cleaning Table
Presents a table detailing cleaning methods and frequencies for various components.
Configuring the main database
Starting and closing DB Manager
Guides on how to start and close the DB Manager application.
Configuring users
Explains how to configure user access rights and settings.
Configuring media
Details how to add, edit, or delete media types in the database.
Configuring incubation types
Guides on adding, editing, or deleting incubation types.
Configuring an analysis set
Explains how to configure analysis sets for processing plates.
Configuring programs
Covers the creation and configuration of processing programs.
Configuring the sample jar TLC
Describes linking analysis sets to specimen groups via sample jar TLC.
Example programs
Provides example programs for various incubation and workflow scenarios.
Frequently used workflows
Details common workflows like adding specimen types and synchronizing data.
Other workflows
Covers less common workflows, like special discard stacker usage.
Configuring the SorterA-BarcodA
Configuring media
Guides on assigning media to SorterA boxes and modifying expiration dates.
Configuring for scanning media batch or lot barcodes
Details configuring the software for scanning media batch and lot barcodes.
Media list configuration
Explains how to configure the media list for scanning batch or lot numbers.
SorterA configuration templates
Covers saving and managing SorterA configuration templates.
Stacker sorting
Stacker sorting in InoqulA software
Explains how to configure stacker sorting methods and profiles in InoqulA.
Stacker sorting of ReadA™ Compact stackers
Details how to configure ReadA™ Compact stackers using DB Manager.
Stacker sorting in ProceedA software
Covers configuring output stackers for ReadA™ Compacts in ProceedA.
Spreading patterns
Description of spreading patterns
Describes the InoqulA+™ spreading method and its benefits.
Spreading pattern selection
Provides guidelines for selecting appropriate spreading patterns based on specimen type.
Manipulating the amount of growth on a plate
Explains how to optimize growth and colony count using specific patterns.
Selecting a spreading pattern based on specimen type
Offers guidelines for selecting patterns based on specimen type and microbial load.
Method of specimen application
Details specimen application methods for various specimen types.
Primary patterns
Lists and describes primary spreading patterns for routine use.
Secondary patterns
Lists and describes secondary spreading patterns for specific applications.
Supervisor authorizations for ReadA™ Compact
Turning on the ReadA™ Compact
Details the procedure for supervisors to turn on the ReadA™ Compact.
Starting the ReadA Compact configuration tool
Guides supervisors on starting the configuration tool for ReadA™ Compact.
System tab: configuration of general settings
Covers configuration of general settings in the System tab.
Debug tab: configuration of debugging settings
Details configuration of debugging settings in the Debug tab.
Machine tab: configuration of communications settings
Explains communication settings configuration in the Machine tab.
Incubator tab: configuration of incubator settings
Covers configuration of incubator settings in the Incubator tab.
PLC Settings tab: configuration of PLC settings
Details configuration of PLC settings in the PLC Settings tab.
ProceedA tab: configuration of ProceedA settings
Explains configuration of ProceedA settings in the ProceedA tab.
HMI tab: configuration of human interface settings
Covers configuration of human interface settings in the HMI tab.
Workstations tab: configuration of workstation settings
Details workstation settings configuration in the Workstations tab.
Camera calibration procedure
Provides step-by-step instructions for camera calibration.
Overview of supporting applications
ReadA Overview
Explains how to use ReadA Overview for specimen tracking and error information.
Management Information System
Describes the Management Information System (MIS) for performance reporting.
Reporting errors to BD
Provides contact information for reporting errors to BD.
ArchivA
Backing up files
Explains how to back up and archive data using the ArchivA application.
Deleting archived files
Details procedures for deleting archived files to manage storage.
Restoring archived files
Explains how to restore archived data when needed.
ArchivA Viewer
Starting the ArchivA Viewer
Guides on how to start the ArchivA Viewer application.
Opening the index file
Explains how to open the index file to access archived data.
Searching for an archive file
Details methods for searching archive files by date or LI(M)S ID.
Selecting an archive file
Explains how to select individual specimens or containers from archived data.
Output options
Covers options for printing or saving logs from the ArchivA Viewer.
Configuration options
Details configuration options for the ArchivA Viewer application.
Desktop printer
Software startup and shutdown
Covers starting and stopping the desktop label printer software.
Generating and printing barcode labels
Guides on generating and printing barcode labels for broth tubes.
Printer configuration
Explains printer settings configuration and customization.
Custom configurations
Details custom configurations for label sizes and print settings.
Adjusting print placement
Covers adjusting print position and designing label layouts.
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