Abaxis VetScan HM5, Operator'S Manual

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Maintenance & Service 6-9
1. From the Home screen, select
Maintenance
.
2. Select Cleaning .
3. Select Automatic Self-Cleaning .
The analyzer then runs the cleaning process, and returns to the
Maintenance menu when finished.
6.3 Changing the Reagent Pack
The HM5 tracks the liquid levels in the reagent pack (Abaxis part no. 770-9000), and displays the mes-
sage
The reagent volumes are running low
when one or more levels is low. When this occurs,
change the reagent pack as follows.
1. Make sure you have the following:

New reagent pack

New HM5 Normal Quality Control
2. Remove the control from the refrigerator so it can warm to room temperature before use.
3. Select and follow the appropriate procedure below according to the reagent pack setup.
Note: Abaxis recommends wearing protective eyewear and a lab coat when
working directly with reagents (such as changing the reagent pack). In
addition, users with sensitive skin should wear latex or nitrile gloves.