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CELL-DYN
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3200 System Operator’s Manual
9140181H—October 2001
Performance Characteristics and Specifications
System Specifications
Section 4
Throughput
Table 4.5 contains sample throughput information for the CELL-DYN 3200SL and
CS.
NOTE:
Maximum throughput may be achieved with normal samples that do not
generate any instrument operational messages.
Collection Tube and Sample Volume
13-mm diameter x 75-mm high collection tubes
• Minimum sample volume (SL Models) > 1.5 mL
• Minimum sample volume (CS Models) > 1.5 mL
• Maximum sample volume ~ 3 mL (Sample Loader)
NOTE:
The sample volume in the tube must be within the specified limits for
adequate mixing and sampling.
Bar Code Specifications — CELL-DYN 3200SL
Bar Code Format
The following formats with or without check digits are acceptable:
• Code 39
• Code 128 (check digit only)
• Interleaved 2 of 5
• Codabar
Bar Code Label Specifications
Refer to Appendix A and ANSI specifications for complete information on bar
code label formats, check digits and specifications.
Table 4.5
Sample Throughput (Patient Mode)
CS Model
Samples Per Hour
Open
71
Closed
62
SL Model
Samples Per Hour
Open
71
Closed
58
