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Clinitek Advantus
Operator’s
Guide
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Error 28
A reagent strip
that was detected
as being placed
on the platform
was not detected
at the first
readhead
If a strip was never placed or was
removed after being placed:
1. Check your printout of results,
or the Results Error Report
displayed at the end of the run,
to determine the specimen(s)
for which no results exist.
2. Retest those specimens.
3. Do not place your hand or other
objects on the strip loading
station.
These can be mistaken for a
reagent strip.
If the error occurs repeatedly:
1. Turn analyzer power off.
2. Wait several seconds
3. Turn analyzer power on.
This will recalibrate the strip
sensor.
If a strip was present:
1. Remove and clean the moving
table, fixed platform, and the
holddown plate.
Error 29
Shipping foam is
still in place.
This occurs the
first time the
analyzer is
powered on. It is
accompanied by
a loud noise.
1. Turn analyzer power off.
2. Remove the foam.
3. Turn analyzer power on.
Calibration bar
error
1. Turn analyzer power off.
2. Remove the fixed platform.
3. Inspect the calibration bars for
damage or misalignment.
4. Clean the platform and
calibration bars.
5. Reinstall the fixed platform.
6. Turn analyzer power on.
Symptom
Possible Cause
Remedy