Abaxis VetScan HM5, Operator'S Manual

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2-2 Installing the VetScan HM5
2.1 Choosing a Location
The analyzer must be installed in a suitable location. To ensure accuracy and precision, and to maintain
safety, the environmental and electrical requirements in this section must be met. Be sure to thoroughly
consider all the following requirements in selecting a permanent location for the analyzer.
2.1.1 Environment Requirements
Choose a clean, dust-free, well-ventilated location, away from direct sunlight, and between
59–86 °F (15–30 °C). The location should also be level, sturdy, and as vibration-free as possible.
The HM5 works best if the analyzer and the reagent pack are on the same level. However, if this is not
possible, place the reagent pack below the analyzer, so that the top of the reagent pack is no more than
18 in (45.7 cm) lower than the bottom of the analyzer.
Avoid using equipment that can produce electromagnetic emissions nearby: refrigerators, freezers, cen-
trifuges, fans, hair dryers, etc.
WARNING: M
AKE SURE THE ANALYZER AND ALL ACCESSORIES ARE PROPERLY
GROUNDED
. I
MPROPER GROUNDING CAN CAUSE INJURY
,
AND WILL
VOID THE WARRANTY
.
Note: This analyzer is approved for use up to an altitude of 10,000 ft
(3000 m).
WARNING: D
O NOT PLACE THE REAGENT PACK ABOVE THE ANALYZER
(
SUCH
AS ON A SHELF
).
D
O NOT DROP THE REAGENT PACK
,
AS THIS CAN CAUSE MICRO
-
BUBBLES TO FORM
,
PREVENTING PROPER OPERATION
.
I
F THE PACK IS DROPPED
,
ALLOW IT TO SIT FOR
24
HOURS BEFORE
INSTALLING IT ON AN ANALYZER
.
Note: To ensure accurate test results, use only reagents supplied by Abaxis.