MODULE 1: SERVICE TOOLS
ARCHITECT
®
RSH
Service Training Guide
1-13
201532-102
FOR INTERNAL USE ONLY
Categorizing Failure
Errors or observed problems can generally be traced to one of four categories of variables affecting the
generation of a result:
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Analyzer Errors
refer to instrument hardware and software problems which can interfere or influence
generation of correct results. These will be discussed further in later modules and include:
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F- Fluidic System
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O - Optical/Measurement System
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R - Robotic System
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T- Temperature Control System
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Power System
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Operator Errors
refer to human-associated interventions which can interfere with correct result
generation such as:
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Improper sample type for analysis
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Improper sample loading and/or handling
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Incorrect sample vessel and/or consumable
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Bubbles present in reagent and/or sample
Failure Symptoms include:
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Level Sense Errors caused by bubbles or foam
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Failed calibration attempts
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Failed run attempts
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Reagent Errors
refer to problems with Reagent, Calibrators and/or Controls such as:
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Improperly stored products
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Expired Reagent, Calibrators and/or Controls
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Control ranges established incorrectly
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Caps not sealed
Failure Symptoms include:
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Curve instability
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Control shifts
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Imprecision
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Failed calibration attempts
•
Environment Errors
refer to laboratory and surrounding conditions that can influence the generation
of a correct result. These will be discussed further in later modules and include:
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Electrical Specification
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Physical Specifications (Spatial Layout)
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Computer and Interface Specifications
• Analyzer
• Operator
• Reagent
• Environment
Summary of Contents for ARCHITECT RHS
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