ABX Pentra 80 RAB108EA, User Manual

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Intro duction
Warning and precautions
Pentra 80 - User Manual - RAB108EA
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6 - Reagents used are those specified in this user manual.
7 - Proper tools are used when maintenance or troubleshooting operations are performed (See
Section 7,
1.2. Maintenance procedures , page 7-3).
If this instrument has been supplied to you by anyone other than ABX Diagnostics
or an authorised representative, ABX Diagnostics cannot guarantee this product in
terms of specification, latest revision and latest documentation. Further informa-
tion may be obtained from your authorised representative.
1.2. Safety Precautions
1.2.1. Electronic and moving parts
The following parts must not be handled or checked by the user:
◆ electrical Power supply.
◆ electronic circuit boards.
Danger of explosion if battery is not replaced correctly!
When replacing the battery, always use the same and/or equivalent type recommended by the
manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's specific instructions.
Moving parts : It is strictly forbidden to disable sensors as it may cause operator injuries.
Protection covers must not be opened during instrument operations.
1.2.2. Biological risks
Consider all Specimens, Reagents, Calibrators, Controls, etc… that contain hu-
man blood or serum as potentially infectious! Use established, good laboratory
working practices when handling specimens. Wear protective gear, Gloves, Lab
coats, Safety glasses and/or Face shields, and follow other bio-safety practices
as specified in OSHA Blood borne Pathogens Rule (29 CFR part 1910. 1030) or
equivalent bio-safety procedures.
ABX Diagnostics uses disinfectant product for instrument decontamination (including touch
screen) and highly recommends it to decontaminate your instrument (refer to Section 7,
1.3. Instrument general cleaning , page 7-4), to perform the instrument decontamination
procedure).