Troubleshooting
i-STAT
Alinity v
— User Manual
650-7100 Rev. A
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The i-STAT Alinity v Analyzer is programmed to perform quality checks
throughout the testing cycle.
The analyzer has several methods of notifying operators
of failed quality checks.
1. Quality Check Failures
• Are displayed when the analyzer identifies a problem while running a
cartridge or simulator
• There are 4 types of quality check failures:
1. Analyzer
2. Cartridge
3. Sample
4. Software
• Screen displays the type of failure and instructions for resolution
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Cause
Excess blood added to cartridge.
When filling this cartridge, the blood
advanced past the level indicated by
the 'fill to' arrow.
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Cartridge Quality Check Failure
Cartridge Was Overfilled
Code: 37-01
13OCT2025 08:33
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Cartridge Quality Check Failure
Resolution
Cartridge Was Overfilled
When filling a cartridge, use care to
advance blood to the level indicated by
the 'fill to' arrow.
Repeat testing with a freshly filled
cartridge.
Carefully observe the help provided
throughout the testing pathway.
If the same quality check failure displays,
contact the system administrator for
further instruction.
Code: 37-01
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i-STAT CHEM8+
Pt: 654321
13OCT2025 08:33