Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics ID-MTS, Справочное руководство

Страница: 17 / 26

ORTHO
™
Workstation for ID-MTS
™
Gel Cards Reference Guide
Pub. No.: J55700ENna 17
2013-09-04
Section 7 - Qualification Procedures
Section 7 - Qualification Procedures
When to Perform Qualification Procedures
The frequency in which these procedures are performed may vary depending on the requirements
and regulations your national, state, provincial, and local governments require. Your own
laboratory procedures may require a different frequency.
Daily Procedures
Centrifuge Display - Speed Check
Since the speed of the centrifuge is displayed during operation, OCD recommends a daily check of
the displayed speed. This will ensure the centrifuge speed LED display matches the correct speed
of 1032 rpm ± 10 rpm.
Incubator Temperature Status Display Check
Check the incubator temperature status display and verify that it is green. This will indicate it is
within the correct range.
As Needed Procedures
Speed Verification
The centrifuge is fully calibrated at the factory. Additional calibration is not necessary. However, an
additional speed verification may be performed with an optical or electronic device (e.g., photo
calibrated tachometer) as needed. Refer to your local laboratory practices for frequency of speed
verification. OCD recommends that calibration checks be performed with 10 cards.
• Cycle Speed: 1032 rpm ± 10 rpm.
NOTE: The centrifuge must not be used if speed is outside of specification.
Centrifuge Timing Verification
A calibrated stopwatch or equivalent is acceptable to check the timer. Verify accuracy of the
centrifuge timer according to your organization’s standard operating procedures.
• Cycle Timing: 10 minutes ± 10 sec. (including ramp-up time)
NOTE: The centrifuge must not be used if the timer is out of specification.
Incubator Temperature Verification
NOTE : Fluid temperature measurements should be made with an unused card and a calibrated,
thin wire digital temperature meter. Temperature must read 37°C ± 2°C.
1. Remove the foil from the top of an unused card.