The following symbols are used in this operating manual to call your
attention to specific items.
■ For your safety
Follow the instructions given here to prevent exposure to
pathogenic microorganisms.
Follow the instructions given here to prevent injury and
property damage.
■ For optimal performance
IMPORTANT:
Follow the instructions given here to obtain accurate measurement
results.
NOTE:
Information useful for preventing damage to the instrument or parts,
and other important information you should keep in mind.
REFERENCE:
Additional explanations that help you make the best use of the instrument
and information on related functions.
This operating manual contains important information on the functions of
The Lab 004.
This operating manual is issued by ARKRAY, Inc.
Read carefully prior to starting up the unit.
It is recommended to retain this operating manual for future use.
This product conforms to the EMC Standard IEC61326-2-6:2012
(EN61326-2-6:2013).
Class of emission: CISPR 11 Class A
This instrument is an IVD medical instrument.
This product conforms to European Directive 98/79/EC.
NOTE: This instrument generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the operating
manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this instrument in a residential area is likely to cause
harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct
the interference at his own expense.
The electromagnetic environment should be evaluated prior to operation
of the device. Do not use this device in close proximity to sources of
strong electromagnetic radiation, as these may interfere with proper
operation.
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Thank you for purchasing our compact biochemical analyzer, The Lab
004.
Read this operating manual thoroughly before using the instrument. This
operating manual gives an overview of the instrument and the proper
procedures for operation and maintenance. Follow the instructions in
this operating manual in order not to defeat the purpose of the protective
features of the instrument.
For the purchase of reagents, consumables or other optional items,
contact your distributor.
• TAKE THE UTMOST CARE WHEN HANDLING BLOOD. This
instrument uses blood as sample. Blood may be contaminated
with pathogenic microorganisms that can cause infectious
diseases. Improper handling of blood may cause infection to the
user or other individuals by pathogenic microorganisms.
• This instrument is to be operated by qualified persons only. A
qualified person is one having adequate knowledge of clinical
testing and the disposal of infectious waste. Thoroughly read
this operating manual before use. Anyone who operates the
instrument for the first time must be assisted by a trained
person.
• Never touch the strip tray or other parts where the sample
may adhere with your bare hands. During cleaning or
maintenance of these parts, wear disposable gloves to prevent
exposure to pathogenic microorganisms.
• Dispose of used samples, tips, test strips, parts and instrument
in accordance with local regulations for biohazardous waste.
NOTE:
This product is a precision instrument. Handle the instrument with care.
Do not subject the instrument to strong impact or vibration
© 2019 ARKRAY, Inc.
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• It is strictly prohibited to copy any part of this operating manual without the
expressed consent of ARKRAY, Inc.
• The information in this operating manual is subject to change without
notice.
• ARKRAY, Inc. has made every effort to prepare this operating manual.
Should you discover anything strange, incorrect or missing, please
contact your distributor.
This instrument has a caution label on an area that poses a potential
danger. Please learn about the danger warned of by this label and
observe the precaution described below.
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Strip tray
Do not touch the strip tray with your bare hands. Wear
disposable gloves to prevent exposure to pathogenic
microorganisms while setting the test strips or cleaning the
strip tray.
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