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Operating the System 67
4. Verify the selections for the startup you want to run.
If no startup is defined or you want to change an existing one, proceed as follows:
a. For each of the Proc. set, Set1, Set2, or Set3, you can select one of the following:
(1) In the PRIME list, select the prime you want run or select
NONE
.
A Prime is required only if you replenish a system reagent or replace a
related component.
(2) Select the check box next to each wash you want to perform.
(3) Select
WASH3
for the startup wash.
(4) If you want to run Cell blank, select the check box next to Cell blank.
Run Cell blank weekly.
b. Select
Save
.
c. To confirm, select
Yes
.
5. In the Select wash routine area, select
Startup
.
6. In the Proc.set list, select the startup setting (Set1, Set2, or Set3) you want to run.
7. Select
Start
.
8. To confirm, select
Yes
.
The current operating mode displays in the System mode box, and the time remaining
to complete the startup displays in the Time until end box. If a cell blank is run, the
system prompts you to save the results. When done, the system enters the Ready
mode.
9. To halt the startup, do the following:
a.
At the System Startup/Shutdown Settings window, select
Stop
.
b. In the Select wash routine area, select
Cancel
.
c. At the Operation Panel, select
Stop
.
Checking the analyzer
1. Inspect the following components:
NOTE:
If any of the components require maintenance, refer to the Maintenance
Section of this guide or to the online Help for step-by-step procedures.
a. probes
b. mixing rods
c. dilution-cuvette washers (DWUD)
d. reaction-cuvette washers (WUD)
e. probe wash cups
f. cuvette covers
g. pumps for leaks