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FEATURES OF THE SENTRY
®
200 INSTRUMENT
The SENTRY
®
200 is a portable instrument used for specific diagnostic tests known as fluorescence polarization
assays. This instrument has been designed to provide an easy and accurate method for performing tests on site as
well as in a laboratory setting. The SENTRY
®
200 can be used to perform one test (single assay) or a single type of test
for a larger group of samples (batch assay).
The SENTRY
®
200 is a single well, fluorescence polarization instrument. All necessary optics, electronics and
computing capabilities are included within the instrument.
DO NOT OPEN THE INSTRUMENT HOUSING OR REMOVE ANY PARTS. Opening the instrument housing may void
the warranty. Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the instrument. There are no user serviceable parts inside
the instrument. This machine contains high voltage components. Never attempt any maintenance procedure not
described in this manual. Incorrect maintenance procedures may damage instrument or cause electrical shock.
Please allow Ellie to perform all maintenance, repairs and servicing.
Electrical Power
The SENTRY
®
200 may be powered by plugging the provided
power adapter into a wall outlet (100-240 volts, 50-60Hz).
Adapters for different types of wall plugs are included with the
device. The instrument may also be powered by a battery or by
the car cigarette lighter adapter.
Operating Environment
The SENTRY
®
200 has been designed as a portable instrument
appropriate for both on site and laboratory use. Designed
for field conditions, the SENTRY
®
200 should perform in all
reasonable environments, provided that the internal optics
remains clean and dry.
The instrument will function under environmental
temperatures between 39o F and 115o F (4o C and 46o C).
The SENTRY
®
200 is neither water resistant nor waterproof. It
should not be submerged in any liquids. The exterior of the
instrument housing may be cleaned with a soft, damp cloth.
Always prepare a sample before inserting it into the
SENTRY
®
200. NEVER PIPETTE INTO A TUBE WHEN IT
IS INSIDE THE SENTRY
®
200. Spilling liquid or breaking
glass inside the instrument’s optic chamber will damage the
SENTRY
®
200 and likely require repair.
NEVER TRANSPORT THE SENTRY
®
200 WITH A TEST
SAMPLE TUBE INSIDE IT. WHEN FINISHED RUNNING
SAMPLES ALWAYS REMOVE THE TEST TUBE AND CLOSE
THE TOP OF THE OPTICS CHAMBER TO PREVENT THE
ACCUMULATION OF DUST.
Always use clean glass 10 or 12 mm by 75 mm borosilicate test
tubes with the SENTRY
®
200.