Chapter 1: Introduction
ABL77 Service Manual
Service Policy
Introduction
This section outlines the policies and procedures, which must be followed when
servicing Radiometer Medical A/S instruments.
The service policy for the ABL
77 Series has been outlined to obtain a maximum
degree of reliability with minimal repair time.
Further, a combination of comprehensive troubleshooting procedures in the service
manual, a variety of self-check and service programs, and a high degree of
modularization facilitates quick localization of faults in the analyzers.
Using the test equipment, procedures and spare parts listed in this service manual
ensures continuous reliability.
Exceptions from the service policy are not allowed unless special permission or
instructions in writing have been given beforehand by SenDx Medical, Inc.
Warranty
disclaimer
Radiometer Medical A/S cannot guarantee the instrument’s performance
specifications and safety or accept any warranty claims unless:
•
The recommended maintenance procedures outlined in the Operator’s and
Service Manuals are performed.
•
The accessories and spare parts specified by Radiometer Medical A/S are used.
Warranty claims for parts which suffer from physical damage, unauthorized
attempted repair, or exposure to conditions other than those specified by
Radiometer Medical A/S (e.g., temperature, line voltage outside specified limits)
will not be accepted.
Non-original
parts
Spare parts and accessories
In order to ensure the reliability, durability and operation in accordance with
technical specifications, use only original Radiometer Medical A/S parts, or parts
approved by Radiometer Medical A/S.
This concerns both spare parts and accessories.
Software
Software is considered to be a spare part. Only software distributed by Radiometer
may be installed in the analyzer.
Electrostatic
discharge
protection
In order to ensure the reliability and durability of the analyzer, ESD protection
precautions must always be taken when handling or exposing ESD sensitive parts.
Parts such as printed circuit boards may be damaged if handled incorrectly during
storage and service. The damage is not visible, and the damaged parts may not fail
immediately but several months later.
Installation test
In connection with the installation, repair and upgrade of an analyzer it is usually
required that an Installation Test be carried out to verify that the analyzer calibrates
correctly and measures correctly using the appropriate quality control solution.
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