Neogen Corporation AccuPoint Advanced HC User manual

Brand: Neogen Corporation

Model: AccuPoint Advanced HC

Type: User manual

ATP-based cleaning veriﬁcation and

tracking system for the health care industry

USER’S GUIDE

Release: 3.1

800-234-5333 (USA/Canada)

foodsafety.neogen.com/en/accupoint-advanced-hc

FD803-0818

12380HCB

1AccuPoint HC User’s Guide

CONTENTS

Introduction .......................................................................................................... 2

Part numbers ........................................................................................................ 3

Operating guidelines and precautions ................................................................... 3

Preparing the reader for use ................................................................................. 4

Description of the test screen display .................................................................... 5

Selecting the testing site ....................................................................................... 6

Boot menu ............................................................................................................ 7

Record count and test recall ................................................................................. 7

Operating procedure ............................................................................................. 8

Setting the time and date .................................................................................... 10

Powering the AccuPoint Advanced HC system ..................................................... 10

Recharging the batteries ..................................................................................... 10

Installing new batteries ....................................................................................... 11

Sleep mode ........................................................................................................ 11

System requirements .......................................................................................... 11

Communicating with the HC Data Manager software .......................................... 11

Syncing test results to the HC Data Manager software ........................................ 12

Setting thresholds in the reader .......................................................................... 12

Programming the RFID tag .................................................................................. 13

Cleaning the reader ............................................................................................ 13

Troubleshooting .................................................................................................. 14

Regulatory information ....................................................................................... 14

Replacement parts/accessories .......................................................................... 16

Warranty ............................................................................................................. 16

Customer service and contact information .......................................................... 16

Customer license agreement .............................................................................. 17

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AccuPoint Advanced HC User’s Guide

INTRODUCTION

Neogen’s AccuPoint Advanced Healthcare (HC) ATP cleaning validation and tracking

system is a lightweight, handheld reader for validating a cleaning program’s

effectiveness. The system detects organic material including bodily ﬂuids, skin cells

and micro-organisms on surfaces and in liquids. The system’s easy-to-use AccuPoint

samplers automatically mix self-contained reagents to quickly generate results.

When used with the AccuPoint Advanced HC Data Manager software, the AccuPoint

reader can record the testing results at speciﬁc site locations, along with the date,

time and individual responsible for cleaning. The test site information is entered in the

Data Manager HC program and synced to the AccuPoint Advanced HC reader. The user

simply navigates to the correct site and takes the test.

Up to 5,000 unique testing sites can be tracked with each AccuPoint HC reader. Results

from up to 4,000 tests can be retained at any time and are not lost if the reader loses

power. Four rechargeable nickel metal hydride (NiMH) batteries provide power.

Operating principles and technology

The AccuPoint Advanced HC system utilizes ATP bioluminescence to determine the

cleanliness of test samples. Adenosine triphosphate (ATP) is a molecule found in all

living cells, including bacteria, bodily ﬂuids, skin cells, yeast and mold. Bioluminescence

is a chemical reaction that produces light. ATP bioluminescence occurs when ATP

from a sample comes into contact with luciferase, an enzyme found in ﬁreﬂies, and

luciferin, a substrate. The amount of light emitted in this reaction is proportional to the

amount of ATP detected in a sample. After a sample is taken the sampler is pressed

into its cartridge, breaking its seal and initiating the mixing of reagents. The reaction

takes place within the cartridge and a detector measures the amount of light produced.

The reading is displayed on the LCD display in relative light units (RLU). According to

preset limits, an icon is displayed indicating a pass, marginal or fail result. These limits

are deﬁned by the operator or by using the system presets.

Sampler

Compartment

Eject Button

Navigation

Keys

Battery

Compartment

Full-color

Display

OK Button

Power Button

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PARTS INCLUDED

Part # Description

9903HC AccuPoint Advanced HC ATP validation and tracking system

9903HCRFID AccuPoint Advanced HC ATP validation and tracking system with RFID

12359 USB cable

9617HC-USB AccuPoint Advanced HC Data Manager software

12354 Power supply

12370 Power cord

12380HC User’s guide

12390HC Software guide

OPERATING GUIDELINES AND PRECAUTIONS

Electrical warnings

The reader should be used according to the instructions provided in this manual. If

used otherwise, the electrical protection provided may be impaired.

• The power source for the AccuPoint Advanced HC system must be adequate and

stable. Connect the power supply to an AC line power outlet that has a protective

ground connection. Do not interrupt the protective ground conductor.

• Do not operate the reader in an explosive atmosphere.

• Do not operate the reader with any covers or parts removed.

• Do not attempt to make adjustments, replacements or repairs to this reader. Only

a Neogen service representative should service the reader.

Proper use of sampler cartridges

• Use only AccuPoint Advanced sampler cartridges with the AccuPoint Advanced HC

system.

• Refrigerate the sampler cartridges at 2–8°C (35–46°F). Within this temperature

range, cartridges may be stored until their expiry.

• Sampler cartridges must be warmed to room temperature at least one hour

prior to use.

• Samplers can be stored in their foil pouches at room temperature for up to

two weeks.

• After removing sampler cartridges from the bag, be sure to reseal and refrigerate

the bag at 2–8°C.

• Do not touch the tip of the sampler, or let the tip touch any other surface prior to

testing. Sampler tips should only come into contact with the test surface.

• Do not sample pools of liquid with AccuPoint Surface Samplers. Allow excess liquid

to dry before testing surfaces. Use AccuPoint Water Samplers for testing liquids.

• Be sure to remove and properly dispose of sampler cartridges after each reading

from the reader. The sampler reagents and their cartridges are non-toxic, and may

be disposed of without any special considerations.

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Proper care of the reader

• Keep the sampler compartment door closed when the reader is not in use.

• The reader uses a highly sensitive photo detector and should be protected from

direct sunlight. Do not place the reader in direct sunlight when the sampler door

is open, or store in sunlight, where it can be exposed to a rapid increase in

temperature.

• Work with clean hands when using the reader.

• Avoid contact with liquids on the outside or inside of the unit. Immediately wipe

off any liquids to prevent electrical shorting or contamination.

• Be sure the outer surface of the sampler cartridge is clean and dry before inserting

it in the unit. Do not insert the sampler in the unit without its cartridge.

• Do not attempt to disassemble the reader. There are no user-serviceable parts.

• Use the supplied line power cord for charging. The use of any other power supply

may damage the unit and invalidate the warranty. The power supply is capable of

using AC voltage of 110 or 240 VAC.

• The power supply is for indoor use only.

PREPARING THE READER FOR USE

Labels for the back panel of the reader are supplied

in different languages. These labels show a battery

replacement diagram and help interpret the icons on

the display. Afﬁx the label in the desired language to

the back of the reader.

Before the ﬁrst use of the system, the batteries

should be fully charged. Connect the A/C power cord

to a power supply and allow the batteries to charge

for approximately 90 minutes before use. It is not

necessary to recharge the reader after each use.

Switch on the

reader using the

red power button

located on the front. The reader will perform a

self-test and calibration routine. Self tests will be

performed and a check mark will appear during the

process.

After initialization, the reader will switch to the

records stored screen.

The current number of stored records is displayed

on this screen. Each time results are downloaded

to the Data Manager software, the program will ask

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whether or not to delete the results from the reader. Doing so will reset the stored

records display ﬁeld to zero.

After approximately ﬁve seconds the reader will move to the testing screen.

DESCRIPTION OF THE TEST SCREEN DISPLAY

Time: Can be displayed in either a.m./p.m. or 24 hour mode.

Date: MM/DD/YY unless time is set to EU mode—then it will be DD/MM/YY.

Area: Established in the Data Manager software and synced to the AccuPoint Advanced

HC reader. This is the general area in which the tests will be taken.

Room: Established in the Data Manager software and synced to the AccuPoint

Advanced HC reader. This is the group of testing sites.

Test Site: Established in the Data Manager software and synced to the AccuPoint

Advanced HC reader. This is the name of the location where the test is performed.

Housekeeper: Established in the Data Manager software and synced to the AccuPoint

Advanced HC reader. This is the person responsible for having cleaned the test area.

Test Result: The relative light unit (RLU) score for this test. This is the result that will

be used to determine whether the test indicates a pass, marginal or fail.

Compared to the thresholds that were established in the Data Manager software for

this site, the results are:

• Pass: The surface or liquid sample is considered clean.

• Marginal: The sample is considered between the pass and fail thresholds.

• Fail: The sample is considered unacceptably dirty and typically signals a need to

clean the area again.

Time

Test Site

Area

Message Icon

Area

Room

Date

Record Count

Test Result

Housekeeper

Battery Charge

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Record Count: The number of tests that have been taken since the reader was

powered on.

Battery Charge Indicator: Indicates the charge level of the batteries.

Navigating through the ﬁelds on the AccuPoint Advanced HC display

Use the navigation keys to move between ﬁelds on the AccuPoint Advanced HC display.

• Move the navigation keys in each direction to move to the desired ﬁeld.

• Once at the ﬁeld to change, press the OK button to enter.

8 Once in the ﬁeld, move the navigation keys down or up to scroll through

the options.

8 Exit the ﬁeld by pressing the OK button.

The AccuPoint Advanced HC Data Manager software

The AccuPoint Advanced HC reader can be utilized with the Data Manager software to

upload testing site information and to download testing results. Using this combination

will allow for the tracking and analysis of a facility’s testing results. The procedure

starts with the deﬁnition of a test plan in the Data Manager software. This test plan

identiﬁes all of the testing sites in your facility that could be tested and assigns pass,

marginal and fail thresholds to each site. Once the test plan is deﬁned uploading the

information to the reader will allow the user to select the appropriate site before taking

each test. The result along with the time, date, housekeeper, area, room and test site

can then be downloaded to the software for tracking and analysis.

SELECTING THE TESTING SITE

If a test plan has been uploaded from the HC Data Manager software, navigate to the

appropriate site through the Area, Room, or Test Site ﬁelds.

The Test Site ﬁeld has an option for selecting an entry at random. When “Random”

appears in the ﬁeld, pressing the OK button will cause the reader to randomly select

one of the Test Sites within the displayed Room at random.

Sampler type: surface or liquid

The AccuPoint Advanced HC reader operates in two sampling modes: surface and

liquid. Both the AccuPoint Advanced Surface and Access samplers are designed to be

read in surface mode. The AccuPoint Advanced Water sampler is read in liquid mode.

If utilizing the AccuPoint Advanced HC Data Manager software and the test plan has

been uploaded to the reader, it will automatically change to the appropriate testing

mode, surface or liquid, when navigating to the testing site.

A symbol, like the one illustrated at left, will appear on the display when the

reader is in liquid sampling mode.

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Setting the Pass, Marginal and Fail thresholds

The AccuPoint Advanced HC reader comes programmed with default threshold

settings of 0–149 as Pass, 150–299 as Marginal and 300 and higher as Fail. These

settings can be changed through the Data Manager program and downloaded to

the reader.

BOOT MENU

With HC ﬁrmware version 3.1 and higher, additional controls have been added to a

Boot Menu. To access this menu, (with the reader off) press and hold the down arrow

while pressing the power button. Contained within the boot menu are 4 options:

1. Time and Date Lock: when on, will prevent the time and date from being changed

on the main user screen.

2. Power Saving Mode: when on, will dim the display after 3 minutes of inactivity

and turn off display after 15 minutes. To recover the reader from sleep mode,

simply press the OK button and the display will return.

3. Factory Reset: when selected, will return the reader to its default conﬁguration

and will remove all stored data, test plans, housekeepers, etc.

4. Brightness: after pressing the OK button, a slider appears on the display screen.

Repeatedly press the navigation keys to the left to dim and to the right to brighten.

After changes have been made, press the OK button to exit.

5. Exit: to exit the boot menu, press the OK button.

RECORD COUNT AND TEST RECALL

The reader keeps track of the number of tests that have been taken. The number of

records currently stored in the reader’s memory is displayed at the User ID screen

when the reader is powered on. The number of tests that have been taken since the

reader was powered on is displayed in the bottom right corner of the display.

Test results can be reviewed by navigating to the Record Count ﬁeld. Press the OK

button and enter the ﬁeld. Moving the navigation keys up or down within the ﬁeld

causes the results to be displayed for the tests that have been taken since the reader

was powered on. To exit, press the left arrow.

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OPERATING PROCEDURE

FOR OPTIMAL RESULTS:

a) Remove sampler cartridges from refrigeration and warm to room temperature for

at least one hour prior to use. Keep extra samplers in pouch, protected from light.

1. Check the display to make sure that the reader is ready. Note: If the reader is not

ready, there may be a used sampler cartridge inside. Press the eject button to

discard the cartridge, close the sampler door, and turn the reader off, then back

on to clear the error.

2. Navigate to the appropriate testing site.

3. Grasp a sampler by its handle and pull it out of its cartridge. To ensure accurate

test results, do not touch the tip of the sampler, or let the tip touch any other

surface prior to testing.

4. Surface sampling. Sample a

surface of approximately 10 cm

by 10 cm (4 in by 4 in). Sample

by starting in one corner of the

square and forming a continuous

line going back and forth across

the square. Repeat the procedure

with slightly less pressure from

a starting point 90° from the

ﬁrst (see illustration). Note: If

a sampled area is a different

size, be sure to be consistent

whenever retesting the surface.

Liquid sampling. To test liquid, place an AccuPoint Advanced water sampler into

the liquid to be sampled so that the sponge tip is completely submerged. Withdraw

the sampler out of the liquid and tilt it slightly to allow excess liquid to drop off.

5. Reinsert the sampler into its cartridge and fully depress. Mix the cartridge for 2

seconds.

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6. Press the eject button to open the top door of the reader. Insert the sampler with

its cartridge into the sampler compartment.

7. Close the top door on the reader. The reading will begin immediately. An icon like

the one below will appear on the screen along with a progress indicator bar.

8. The reading is displayed along with a symbol indicating the result. The symbols

are identiﬁed below:

9. Press the eject button and remove the sampler from the chamber. Samplers

and their cartridges are non-toxic and may be disposed of without any special

considerations.

Pass

Marginal

Fail

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SETTING THE TIME AND DATE

Navigate to the time or date ﬁeld and depress the OK button. Move the cursor to the

appropriate digit and increment by moving up or down. The time display can be set

to a.m./p.m. or 24 hour mode. Setting the time ﬁeld to 24 hour mode causes the date

ﬁeld to display in the format DD/MM/YY.

POWERING THE ACCUPOINT ADVANCED HC SYSTEM

The AccuPoint Advanced HC reader can only be operated from its battery power. The

USB power capability has been disabled to protect the integrity of the electrical circuit.

While the reader will appear to power on when the A/C power is connected, it can only

operate in charging mode. No readings can take place when the reader is charging.

RECHARGING THE BATTERIES

The AccuPoint Advanced HC reader is supplied with 4 AA rechargeable nickel metal-

hydride (NiMH) batteries, which typically provide up to 16 hours of continuous

operation before requiring recharging. For optimal battery life, the reader should be

operated in temperatures of 10–35°C, and the batteries should only be recharged

when the battery charge icon appears near depletion.

The AccuPoint Advanced HC reader can only be recharged through the supplied A/C

power adapter. Full charge takes approximately 90 minutes. After inserting the A/C

power cord, the reader will display a green battery with the appropriate charge state.

This icon will change and ﬁll in completely as the batteries become fully charged. The

icon will change to black and the reader will power off when the charge is complete.

The battery charge icon indicates the charge state of the reader:

The rechargeable NiMH batteries supplied by Neogen have a normal lifetime of

approximately 1,000 recharging cycles, and are the only batteries warranted for use

in the reader.

NOTES: For best results, use only rechargeable

batteries supplied by Neogen. A warning symbol is

placed on the AccuPoint Advanced near the battery

holder to identify hazards of recharging alkaline

batteries. DO NOT use alkaline batteries and attempt

to charge them. Attempting to charge standard

alkaline batteries may damage the instrument.

The reader’s data readings, and marginal and fail

limits, will remain stored even when the batteries

have discharged.

Fully charged Low battery Charging

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INSTALLING NEW BATTERIES

To access batteries, remove screw

using a Phillips head screw driver.

Push down and slide open the access

door on the top of the instrument.

Replace the batteries according

to the diagram on the label on the

back of the instrument. Use only 4

rechargeable AA-size NiMH batteries

(Neogen item 9610). Old batteries

may be disposed of as nonhazardous

waste. NOTE: If the batteries are

removed for more than 1 minute, the

time and date must be reset, but the

data readings will be retained.

SLEEP MODE

When not being actively used for

more than ﬁve minutes, the AccuPoint

Advanced instrument will enter sleep mode and dim the color display to conserve power.

Depressing the OK button causes the instrument to return to active mode.

HC DATA MANAGER SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS

• Computer OS version: compatible with Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8 and 10

• IBM-compatible PC with Intel processor speed of 1 GHz

• 512 MB RAM

• 40 GB hard drive

• At least 1 free USB port

COMMUNICATING WITH THE HC DATA MANAGER SOFTWARE

The AccuPoint Advanced HC reader can communicate with a computer

through the HC Data Manager software to upload the Test Plan and

User information to the reader or download the testing results from the

reader. All communication with the reader is accomplished through the

supplied USB cable. The USB connection along with the AC adapter port are located

behind the access door on the side of the reader. When the cable is plugged in and a

connection is established, the graphic above will appear on the reader’s display.

Battery access door. Push

down and slide toward back

of the reader to access

batteries.

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Pass Marginal Fail

Liquid sampling mode

Display contrast

Reading Sampler

USB connection

established

Sampler not detected

Sampler door open

Date

User

Time

Site

Number

Site

Group

Site

Name

Test

Result

Record

Count

The correct battery

orientation is shown on

the back of the reader

(below)

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SYNCING TEST RESULTS TO THE HC DATA MANAGER SOFTWARE

The AccuPoint Advanced HC reader can store up to 4,000 data records. The reader will

display the number of stored data records on the User ID screen at power-up. Once the

limit has been reached, the oldest record will be discarded as each new record is added.

To sync data to a computer:

1. Open the Data Manager program on the computer (if necessary, see the software

manual for program installation instructions).

2. Turn on the reader and allow it to move past the boot up screen. Select a User.

3. Connect the USB from the computer to the reader.

4. Any data that is on the instrument will automatically be presented for review.

5. When syncing is complete, a message is displayed indicating that data has been

successfully loaded into the HC Data Manager program. The program will ask if

the data in the reader should be deleted.

6. To erase the data from the reader, click Yes in the message box. Once data has

been erased, it cannot be retrieved. Click No to retain the data in the reader.

NOTE: to avoid seeing the Delete All Records message, select Auto Delete

After Upload from the Settings tab.

7. Turn off the reader.

SETTING THRESHOLDS IN THE READER

The default thresholds come pre-programmed at 0–149 as pass, 150–299 as marginal

and above 300 as fail. Changing them can only be accomplished by uploading through the

Data Manager software. When a Test Plan is established, each site can be programmed to

its unique thresholds. Once the Test Plan is complete, uploading it to the reader through the

Download Thresholds command will establish the correct thresholds for each site.

If a Test Plan will not be used at a facility, and to simply operate the system in a pass-

fail mode, it will still be necessary to upload a simple test plan to not use the default

thresholds. Simply establish a single test site in the Test Plan Setup routine with its

appropriate thresholds and upload it to the reader through the Download Thresholds

command. This will change the threshold defaults in the reader to the values that have

been established.

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PROGRAMMING RFID TAGS

Using the RFID reader, rooms in a test plan can be assigned a RFID tag (embedded

in sign).

1. Be sure Data Manager was installed correctly by selecting Enable RFID checkbox.

2. Create a test plan and sync to reader.

3. Using Data Manager, select Program RFID Tags.

4. Scan the corresponsing sign for each Room.

5. Once all Rooms are assigned, exit RFID mode.

6. Select Upload RFID Map.

For more detailed instructions, see Getting Started with RFID document.

CLEANING THE READER

Clean the outer surfaces of the reader with mild detergent and a slightly moistened

cloth. If liquid spills inside the sampler compartment, turn the reader off and use the

AccuPoint cleaning kit to clean the interior surfaces. Turn the reader upside-down

when cleaning the sampler compartment with the AccuPoint cleaning kit (#9612).

Note: The use of unapproved solvents and swabs inside the sampler compartment may

damage the unit or leave behind swab debris, adversely affecting reader performance

and test results.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

The following icons will appear when attempting to power up the system when a cor-

rective action is required.

Icon Meaning Corrective Action

The reader is too cold. Allow the reader to warm to

ambient temperature.

The reader is too hot. Allow the reader to cool to

ambient temperature.

The power was turned on Press the Eject button and

while there was still a sampler remove the sampler.

in the chamber.

The battery charge is too low. Recharge the batteries.

The reader has lost its Contact Neogen support.

serial number.

REGULATORY INFORMATION

Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)

• United States: This product is classiﬁed as a digital device used exclusively as

industrial or commercial test equipment. It is exempt from the technical standards

speciﬁed in Part 15 of the FCC Rules and Regulations, based on Section 15.103 (c).

• European Union: All information concerning EMC standards is in the Declaration

of Conformity and these standards may change as the European Union adds new

requirements.

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Speciﬁcations and environmental considerations

Size of reader:

Height x width x depth: 13.7 x 8.5 x 4.8 cm (5.4 x 3.4 x 1.9 in)

Operating conditions

Optimal operating temperature ..........................10–35°C (50–95°F)

Safe operating temperature ...............................5–40°C (41–104°F)

Relative humidity ...................................... 20-80%, non-condensing

Altitude ........................................................................... 0–2,000 m

Storage conditions

Temperature ................................. minus 20–60°C (minus 4–140°F)

Relative humidity ..................................... 20–80%, non-condensing

Altitude ......................................................................... 0–12,000 m

AccuPoint Advanced HC reader

• The power supply is designed for indoor use only.

• AC line voltage/frequency: 110/240 VAC, 47–63 Hz.

• Maximum input current: 1 amp.

• Installation category: This reader is able to withstand transient overvoltage

according to Installation Category II as deﬁned in IEC 1010-1.

• Pollution degree: This equipment will operate safely in environments that contain

nonconductive foreign matter up to Pollution Degree 2 in IEC 1010-1.

Certiﬁcate of system control

Each AccuPoint Advanced HC system is carefully built and tested in a controlled

environment in accordance with the requirements speciﬁed in its applicable Neogen

ﬁnal assembly and test speciﬁcation. Each reader is certiﬁed to meet its functional

and performance speciﬁcation upon release to shipment. The integrity of this quality

system is routinely audited and is certiﬁed by an ISO 9001 registrar.

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REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

Part # Description

9905 AccuPoint Advanced Surface Samplers – 100

9906 AccuPoint Advanced Water Samplers – 100

9907 AccuPoint Advanced Access Samplers – 100

9610 NiMH Battery Replacement pack

9611 Sampler extender

9612 AccuPoint Cleaning Kit – 5 swabs

9609-2 AccuPoint Stand-up Holster

12359 USB Cable

9617HC-USB Data Manager Software

9619 ATP Standards Kit

9908 ATP Positive Controls – 3 vials

WARRANTY

The AccuPoint Advanced HC reader carries a 12-month limited warranty on defective

materials and workmanship. Buyer assumes all risk and liability resulting from the use of

this product. There is no warranty of merchantability of this product, or of the ﬁtness of the

product for any purpose. Neogen shall not be liable for any damages, including special or

consequential damage, or expense arising directly or indirectly from the use of this product.

CUSTOMER SERVICE/CONTACT INFORMATION

Customer assistance and technical service for this product can be reached by calling

800-234-5333 (USA/Canada) or 517-372-9200. Training on this product, and all

Neogen testing products, is available upon request.

Contact information:

Neogen Corporation

620 Lesher Place

Lansing, MI 48912 USA

800-234-5333 (USA/Canada) or 517-372-9200 • Fax: 517-372-9004

foodsafety.neogen.com/en/accupoint-advanced-hc

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6.3 LICENSOR MAKES NO WARRANTIES THAT ERRORS HAVE BEEN COMPLETELY

ELIMINATED FROM THE LICENSED PROGRAM OR THAT USE OF ANY LICENSED

PROGRAM WILL NOT INFRINGE UPON ANY PATENT, COPYRIGHT, OR TRADEMARK.

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NOT LIMITED TO FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR MERCHANTABILITY

WITH RESPECT TO THE LICENSED PROGRAM. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES

LICENSEE SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND LICENSEE MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS

WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE OR FROM COUNTRY TO COUNTRY.

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may notify LICENSEE in writing of such failure. If LICENSEE fails to cure such failure

within thirty (30) days of such written notice, this License be terminated.

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notice to LICENSOR. Within ten (10) days after termination, LICENSEE shall certify in

writing to LICENSOR that all copies, in whole or in part, in any form, of the Licensed

Program have been destroyed or returned to LICENSOR.

7.3 LICENSOR shall have the right to terminate this License of LICENSEE’S normal

Business operations are disrupted for more than thirty (30) days, by reason of

insolvency, bankruptcy, or receivership.

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out of the Use of Licensed Program or in connection with any breach of this License

shall be limited to direct damages and shall not exceed the License fees which have

been paid by LICENSEE to LICENSOR for use of the Licensed Program which is the

subject of such claim or damage.

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SPECIAL, INDIRECT, PUNITIVE OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE

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USE OF ANY LICENSED PROGRAM OR IN CONNECTION WITH ANY BREACH OF THIS

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DAMAGES.

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may be brought by either party against the other more than two (2) years after the

cause of action has accrued.

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or equity to be illegal, invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions of the

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State of Michigan.

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