IRIS iChemVelocity User manual

1. Introduction

Operator’s Manual

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1 - Introduction ......................... 12

Intended Use ................................................................................................................... 12

How to use the Operator’s Manual .................................................................................. 13

Precautions and Warnings .............................................................................................. 14

Tips ........................................................................................................................... 14

Notes ......................................................................................................................... 14

Cautions .................................................................................................................... 14

Warnings ................................................................................................................... 14

Biological Warnings ................................................................................................... 15

Iris Diagnostics Contact Information ............................................................................... 15

Manufacturer ............................................................................................................. 15

Authorized European Representative ....................................................................... 15

Symbols .......................................................................................................................... 16

Warnings, Precautions, Limitations ................................................................................. 17

Precautions and Safety ................................................................................................... 18

Requirements .................................................................................................................. 21

7BInstallation ....................................................................................................................... 21

Warranty.......................................................................................................................... 22

Limitation of Liability ........................................................................................................ 22

Chapter 2 – System Description .............. 23

Theory of Operation ........................................................................................................ 23

Measurements .......................................................................................................... 23

Analytes ............................................................................................................... 23

Specific Gravity ................................................................................................... 23

Color and Clarity .................................................................................................. 24

System Components ....................................................................................................... 24

Sampler .....................................................................................................................

24

Barcode Reader .................................................................................................. 24

Load and Unload Stations ................................................................................... 25

Optional Load and Unload Stations .......................................................................... 25

Strip Provider Module ................................................................................................ 25

Strip Conveyor System ............................................................................................. 25

Strip Reader Module ................................................................................................. 25

Specific Gravity, Color, and Clarity Module ............................................................... 26

Fluidics ...................................................................................................................... 27

Sample Probe ...................................................................................................... 27

Wash Station ....................................................................................................... 27

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Pumps ................................................................................................................. 27

Wash Container ................................................................................................... 27

Waste ........................................................................................................................ 27

Strip Disposal ...................................................................................................... 27

Liquid Waste Disposal ......................................................................................... 27

On Button .................................................................................................................. 27

System Status Lights ................................................................................................ 28

Green LED only is ON ......................................................................................... 28

166BBlue LED only is ON ............................................................................................ 28

167BRed LED only is ON ............................................................................................ 28

168BGreen and Red LED’s are ON ............................................................................. 28

169BBlue and Red LED’s are ON ............................................................................... 28

170BGreen – Blue – Red LED’s blink synchronously .................................................. 29

Racks ........................................................................................................................ 29

Sample rack ........................................................................................................ 29

Control rack ......................................................................................................... 29

CalChek rack ....................................................................................................... 29

Dilution rack ......................................................................................................... 29

Test Strips ................................................................................................................. 30

Test Specifications ............................................................................................ 30

Peripherals ................................................................................................................ 31

Keyboard ............................................................................................................. 31

Mouse .................................................................................................................. 31

Monitor ................................................................................................................ 31

Printer .................................................................................................................. 31

Software Functions ......................................................................................................... 32

iChemVELOCITY Status ...........................................................................................

32

View Selector ............................................................................................................ 33

Instrument Screen ..................................................................................................... 33

Shift Summary ........................................................................................................... 34

Alarms ................................................................................................................. 34

Screen Level Functions ....................................................................................... 35

Work List ................................................................................................................... 36

Chemistry Report ...................................................................................................... 37

Buttons ................................................................................................................ 38

On-board Help ........................................................................................................... 38

Opening the Help File .......................................................................................... 38

Accessing a Section Using the Bookmark Pane ................................................. 40

Following a Link inside the Manual ..................................................................... 40

Iris Logo .................................................................................................................... 41

Interface .................................................................................................................... 41

Result Storage .......................................................................................................... 41

Technical Specifications .................................................................................................. 42

Consumables or Part Replacement ................................................................................ 44

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Chapter 3 – Setup .................................... 45

Settings Screen ............................................................................................................... 46

Accessing a Setup Screen ........................................................................................ 47

Printing the Setup ...................................................................................................... 47

View Log ................................................................................................................... 48

Restore Button .................................................................................................... 49

Restore… Button ................................................................................................. 49

Save as… Button ................................................................................................ 49

Operator Accounts Settings ............................................................................................ 51

Adding a New Operator ............................................................................................. 52

Deleting an Operator ................................................................................................. 53

Modifying an Operator ............................................................................................... 53

Laboratory Information Settings ...................................................................................... 54

System Configuration Settings ........................................................................................ 55

Chemistry System Present ........................................................................................ 56

Enter Primary Chemistry Settings ....................................................................... 56

Enter Backup Chemistry Settings ........................................................................ 58

Validating the Changes ....................................................................................... 60

LIS Interface Settings ...................................................................................................... 61

Enable LIS ................................................................................................................. 61

Communication settings ............................................................................................ 62

Specimen information from LIS ................................................................................. 62

Skip Specimen if LIS Fails ................................................................................... 62

Obtain Patient Demographics Information from LIS ............................................ 62

Demographics ..................................................................................................... 62

Fluid Type – Formed Particles ........................................................................................ 63

Chemistry Settings .......................................................................................................... 64

Editing Chemistry Settings ........................................................................................

65

Editing Chemistry Values .................................................................................... 67

Validating the changes ........................................................................................ 69

QC Settings ..................................................................................................................... 70

REF Override Settings .................................................................................................... 70

Specimen Settings .......................................................................................................... 71

Flag barcode scan failures ........................................................................................ 71

Enable detailed audit trail .......................................................................................... 71

Report operator [auto] ............................................................................................... 72

Release Settings ............................................................................................................. 72

Urine Gating Settings ...................................................................................................... 73

Urine Auto-Release Settings ........................................................................................... 73

Urine Auto-Classify Settings ........................................................................................... 73

Sequence Number .......................................................................................................... 74

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Chapter 4 – Sample Processing ................ 75

Logon .............................................................................................................................. 75

Specimen Preparation ..................................................................................................... 76

Specimens at Room Temperature ............................................................................ 77

Gross Hematuria ....................................................................................................... 77

Specimen Volume ..................................................................................................... 77

Sample Tube Specifications ............................................................................................ 78

Preparing Sample Racks ................................................................................................ 79

Barcode Labels ......................................................................................................... 79

Manual Orders ................................................................................................................ 80

Accessing Manual Orders ......................................................................................... 80

Entering Manual Orders ............................................................................................ 81

Clearing Specimen Information ................................................................................. 82

From the Manual Orders screen ......................................................................... 82

From the Instrument screen ................................................................................ 82

Running Samples ............................................................................................................ 83

Consumables .................................................................................................................. 84

Loading Urine Chemistry Strips ................................................................................ 84

Replacing Wash Solution Container and Wash Solution Filter ................................. 87

Consumables Part Numbers ..................................................................................... 88

Chapter 5 – Quality Control .................... 89

Control Material ............................................................................................................... 89

Handling QC Material ................................................................................................ 89

Control Frequency ........................................................................................................... 89

QC Settings ..................................................................................................................... 89

Running QC .................................................................................................................... 90

QC Failure ....................................................................................................................... 91

Reviewing Quality Controls Results ................................................................................

92

Print List button ......................................................................................................... 93

Re-Report button ....................................................................................................... 93

Remove ..................................................................................................................... 93

Search button ............................................................................................................ 94

Lot field ................................................................................................................ 94

Type field ............................................................................................................. 94

Status field ........................................................................................................... 94

Date-time combo-box .......................................................................................... 94

Save Button ............................................................................................................... 95

QC Report ....................................................................................................................... 96

Print Button ............................................................................................................... 97

Save Button ............................................................................................................... 97

Saving all QC Results ......................................................................................... 97

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Saving a Specific QC Result ............................................................................... 97

QC Statistics ................................................................................................................... 99

QC Definitions ............................................................................................................... 101

Mean ....................................................................................................................... 101

Standard Deviation .................................................................................................. 101

Coefficient of Variation ............................................................................................ 101

Levey-Jennings Graph ............................................................................................ 101

Target Value ............................................................................................................ 101

Chapter 6 – Calibration Verifications ... 102

Calibration Check Material ............................................................................................ 102

Reflectance CalChek test strips .............................................................................. 102

CalChek Reagents .................................................................................................. 102

Specific Gravity CalChek solutions ................................................................... 102

Color CalChek solutions .................................................................................... 102

Clarity CalChek solutions .................................................................................. 102

Storage and Use ..................................................................................................... 102

CalCheks Frequency ..................................................................................................... 103

Running CalChek .......................................................................................................... 103

Reflectance CalChek .............................................................................................. 103

Specific Gravity, Color, and Clarity CalChek ........................................................... 110

CalChek Failure ............................................................................................................ 111

Reflectance CalChek Failure .................................................................................. 111

SG/Color/Clarity CalChek Failure ........................................................................... 111

Chapter 7 – Results ................................ 112

Results Interpretation .................................................................................................... 112

Reviewing Results ......................................................................................................... 113

Work List Screen ........................................................................................................... 113

Work List Screen .....................................................................................................

113

Found List Screen ................................................................................................... 114

Sort Work List .......................................................................................................... 114

Delete Specimen ..................................................................................................... 115

Un-Delete Specimen ............................................................................................... 116

Correct Specimen ID ............................................................................................... 117

Edit Demographics .................................................................................................. 117

Print List .................................................................................................................. 118

Re-Report ................................................................................................................ 118

Search ..................................................................................................................... 119

Search by specimen ID ..................................................................................... 119

Search by Sequence Number ........................................................................... 120

Search by Operator ID ...................................................................................... 120

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Search by date-time (range) .............................................................................. 120

Search by Demographics .................................................................................. 121

Show specimens awaiting transmission only .................................................... 123

Show released specimens only ......................................................................... 123

Show incomplete specimens only ..................................................................... 123

Clear Button ...................................................................................................... 123

Flagged Specimens ................................................................................................ 124

Review Flagged Specimen button ..................................................................... 125

Delete Flagged Specimen button ...................................................................... 125

Chemistry System Flag Messages .......................................................................... 125

CHEMTRANSLATE ........................................................................................... 125

CHEM CONFIRM .............................................................................................. 125

ID_Error ............................................................................................................. 126

Processing Failure ............................................................................................. 126

Processing not complete ................................................................................... 127

S1 ...................................................................................................................... 127

S2 ...................................................................................................................... 127

S3 ...................................................................................................................... 127

1.000 ................................................................................................................. 127

Specimen Screen .......................................................................................................... 128

Accessing the Specimen Screen ............................................................................ 128

Specimen Screen Buttons ....................................................................................... 129

Delete Flagged Specimen ................................................................................. 129

Review Flagged Specimen ................................................................................ 129

Accept ............................................................................................................... 129

Skip ................................................................................................................... 129

Edit .................................................................................................................... 129

Work List/Found List .......................................................................................... 129

Editing Results ........................................................................................................ 130

Editing a Chemistry Result Value ...................................................................... 130

Entering Manually a Microscopy Result Value .................................................. 132

Chapter 8 – Maintenance & Service ...... 135

Maintenance.................................................................................................................. 135

Precautions ............................................................................................................. 135

Daily Maintenance ................................................................................................... 135

Consumable Replenishment ................................................................................... 135

Periodic Maintenance .............................................................................................. 136

As Needed Maintenance ......................................................................................... 136

Daily Maintenance ......................................................................................................... 137

Empty and Clean the Waste Container ................................................................... 137

Discarding Liquid Waste ......................................................................................... 137

Cleaning the Sample Transport Module .................................................................. 138

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Cleaning the Optional Load/Unload Trays .............................................................. 138

Cleaning the Instrument Surfaces ........................................................................... 138

Consumable Replacement ............................................................................................ 139

Weekly Maintenance ..................................................................................................... 140

Cleaning the Strip Provider Module ........................................................................ 140

Monthly Maintenance .................................................................................................... 144

Cleaning the Wash Station Bath ............................................................................. 144

Cleaning the Strip Conveyor System ...................................................................... 145

Quarterly Maintenance .................................................................................................. 146

Perform Reflectance CalChek ................................................................................. 146

Perform SG/CC CalChek ........................................................................................ 146

Replacing Wash Solution Container and Wash Solution Filter ............................... 146

As Needed Maintenance ............................................................................................... 147

Cleaning the Sample Tube Detector ....................................................................... 147

Cleaning the Barcode Reader Window ................................................................... 147

Cleaning the Optical Sensors on the Sample Transport Module ............................ 148

Preparation for Long Term Shutdown ........................................................................... 149

Start-up after Long term Shutdown ............................................................................... 149

Prime the System Lines .......................................................................................... 150

Run CalChek ........................................................................................................... 150

Run Control Rack .................................................................................................... 150

Accessing the Maintenance Menu ................................................................................ 151

Auto Strip Counter Override .................................................................................... 152

Backup .................................................................................................................... 152

Restore Procedure .................................................................................................. 153

System Info ............................................................................................................. 154

Tallies ...................................................................................................................... 155

Errors ...................................................................................................................... 155

Shutdown ................................................................................................................ 156

Restart button .......................................................................................................... 157

Defragment button .................................................................................................. 158

Check Disk .............................................................................................................. 159

Alarm Messages ........................................................................................................... 160

Alarm 17 .................................................................................................................. 160

Alarm 18 .................................................................................................................. 160

Alarm 19 .................................................................................................................. 160

Alarm 21 .................................................................................................................. 161

Alarm 36 .................................................................................................................. 161

Alarm 37 .................................................................................................................. 162

Alarm 40 .................................................................................................................. 163

Alarm 41 .................................................................................................................. 163

Alarm 42 .................................................................................................................. 163

Alarm 43 .................................................................................................................. 163

Alarm 44 .................................................................................................................. 164

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Alarm 45 .................................................................................................................. 164

Alarm 46 to 69 ......................................................................................................... 164

Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................ 165

Test Strip Jam ......................................................................................................... 165

Strip Provider Module Jam ................................................................................ 165

Strip Conveyor Module Jam .............................................................................. 166

Rack Jam .......................................................................................................... 166

Switching from Primary to Backup Chemistry System ............................................ 167

Switching from Backup to Primary Chemistry System ............................................ 169

Accessing Internal Components ................................................................................... 171

Accessing the Strip Provider Module ...................................................................... 171

Accessing the Strip Conveyor Module .................................................................... 173

Maintenance Log........................................................................................................... 176

Chapter 9 - iWARE

™

Expert System ...... 177

Data Management......................................................................................................... 177

Rule Generator .............................................................................................................. 178

Building Custom Rules Screen ............................................................................... 180

Rule Button ........................................................................................................ 180

Tagging Button .................................................................................................. 180

SQL Button ........................................................................................................ 180

Add Condition Button ........................................................................................ 181

Delete Conditions Button ................................................................................... 181

Make Usable Button .......................................................................................... 181

Import Button ..................................................................................................... 181

Create Button .................................................................................................... 181

Delete Button ..................................................................................................... 181

Save As Button .................................................................................................. 181

Save Button .......................................................................................................

181

Import Pre-Populated Rules .................................................................................... 182

Creating Customized Rules .................................................................................... 183

Creating a New Numbered Custom Rule .......................................................... 183

Creating a New Unnumbered Rule ................................................................... 183

Adding one Condition ........................................................................................ 184

Adding More Conditions to a Rule ..................................................................... 185

Deleting a Condition from a Rule ...................................................................... 185

Saving a Rule .................................................................................................... 186

Results/Rules Tagging .................................................................................................. 187

Tagging Options ...................................................................................................... 187

Validation Flag ................................................................................................... 187

Info Pane Tagging ............................................................................................. 188

LIS Tagging ....................................................................................................... 188

Report Tagging .................................................................................................. 188

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Tagging Using the Tagging Button .......................................................................... 188

Tagging from the Building Custom Rules Screen ................................................... 189

Report Generator .......................................................................................................... 190

Search with Additional Criteria ................................................................................ 190

Data Management Results ............................................................................................ 192

Patient Report with Tag ........................................................................................... 192

Chapter 10 - Consumables Traceability . 193

Consumables Traceability ............................................................................................. 193

Consumables Information ....................................................................................... 193

Entering Consumables Data ......................................................................................... 194

Chemistry QC Consumables ................................................................................... 195

Consumables Traceability Screen .......................................................................... 198

Print Button ........................................................................................................ 198

Save As Button .................................................................................................. 198

Add Button ......................................................................................................... 199

Update Button ................................................................................................... 199

OK Button .......................................................................................................... 199

Cancel Button .................................................................................................... 199

Adding a New Consumable ............................................................................... 199

Editing a Consumable ....................................................................................... 199

Deleting a Consumable ..................................................................................... 199

Consumables Report .................................................................................................... 200

Use of Expired Material ................................................................................................. 201

Quality Control / Calibration Material ...................................................................... 202

Chemistry Test Strips .............................................................................................. 203

Alarm Messages ........................................................................................................... 203

Alarm 50 .................................................................................................................. 203

Alarm 51 ..................................................................................................................

203

Alarm 52 .................................................................................................................. 204

Alarm 54 .................................................................................................................. 204

Alarm 59 .................................................................................................................. 204

Alarm 60 .................................................................................................................. 205

Alarm 61 .................................................................................................................. 205

Alarm 63 .................................................................................................................. 206

Alarm 66 .................................................................................................................. 206

Alarm 67 .................................................................................................................. 206

Alarm 68 .................................................................................................................. 207

Alarm 69 .................................................................................................................. 207

Expired Consumable Lockout Override .................................................................. 207

Accessing the Expired Consumable Lockout Override Option .......................... 207

Consumables Search .................................................................................................... 209

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Chapter 11 – Appendix ......................... 211

Performance Characteristics ......................................................................................... 211

Analytical Performance ........................................................................................... 211

Analytes Report Ranges (Includes pH and Specific Gravity) .................................. 211

Bilirubin .............................................................................................................. 211

Urobilinogen ...................................................................................................... 211

Ketones ............................................................................................................. 211

Glucose ............................................................................................................. 211

Protein ............................................................................................................... 212

Blood (Hemoglobin) ........................................................................................... 212

pH ...................................................................................................................... 212

Nitrite ................................................................................................................. 212

Leukocytes ........................................................................................................ 212

Ascorbic Acid ..................................................................................................... 213

Specific Gravity ................................................................................................. 213

Color and Clarity Report Ranges ............................................................................ 213

Colors ................................................................................................................ 213

Clarity ................................................................................................................ 213

Sensitivity and Measurement Range ............................................................................ 214

Analytical Sensitivity .......................................................................................... 214

iChemVELOCITY Urinalysis System ............................................................................ 215

Method Comparison ................................................................................................ 215

Expected Values and Ranges ................................................................................. 215

Precision ................................................................................................................. 216

Within Run Precision ......................................................................................... 216

Day-To-Day Precision ....................................................................................... 217

Instrument to instrument precision .................................................................... 218

Strip lot to strip lot precision ..............................................................................

219

20 Days Specific Gravity Day-to-Day Precision ................................................ 220

Day 1 – Day 20 Results for color and Clarity .................................................... 221

Clinical Concordance Tables .................................................................................. 222

Ascorbic Acid ..................................................................................................... 222

Bilirubin .............................................................................................................. 222

Blood ................................................................................................................. 222

Glucose ............................................................................................................. 223

Ketones ............................................................................................................. 223

Leukocytes ........................................................................................................ 223

Nitrite ................................................................................................................. 224

pH ...................................................................................................................... 224

Protein ............................................................................................................... 224

Urobilinogen ...................................................................................................... 225

Specific Gravity ................................................................................................. 225

Principles of the Tests and Limitations of the Procedure .............................................. 226

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Bilirubin ................................................................................................................... 226

Urobilinogen ............................................................................................................ 226

Ketones ................................................................................................................... 227

Ascorbic Acid .......................................................................................................... 227

Glucose ................................................................................................................... 227

Protein ..................................................................................................................... 228

Blood ....................................................................................................................... 229

pH ............................................................................................................................ 229

Nitrite ....................................................................................................................... 229

Leukocytes .............................................................................................................. 230

Specific Gravity ....................................................................................................... 230

Color and Clarity ..................................................................................................... 231

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Chapter 1 - Introduction

Intended Use

The iChem®VELOCITY™ automated urine chemistry system is an in vitro

diagnostic device used to automate the urine chemistry analysis profile

using iChem® VELOCITY ™ Urine Chemistry Strips. The iChem

VELOCITY can be used as a stand-alone system, as well as in an

iQ®200 Series system, a configuration given the proprietary name

iRICELL™ as it is designed to be hardware and software compatible with

iQ200 Series systems. It produces quantitative results for specific gravity,

semi-quantitative results for glucose, blood, leukocyte esterase, bilirubin,

urobilinogen, pH, protein, ketones and ascorbic acid; and qualitative

results for nitrites, color and clarity.

iChemVELOCITY strips are intended for use only with the

iChemVELOCITY analyzer. In particular, they are not intended for visual

reading. The iChem VELOCITY test strips are

not intended for visual

reading. The iChemVELOCITY is not intended to be used as a Point of

Care (POC) analyzer.

These measurements are used to aid in the diagnosis of metabolic

disorders, kidney function anomalies, urinary tract infections, and liver

function. Tests performed using the iChem VELOCITY are intended for

clinical laboratory use and in vitro diagnostic use only.

This document is the Operator’s Manual for the iChemVELOCITY Urine

Chemistry System. It is intended to explain system operation in detail

and to be used as the basis for training new operators. Retain this

manual for future use. It is an information guide and a troubleshooting

reference. It explains program settings and gives maintenance

instructions.

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How to use the Operator’s Manual

This manual contains important information on the functions of the

iChemVELOCITY manufactured by Iris Diagnostics. This manual

contains instructions for the operation, maintenance and troubleshooting

of the iChemVELOCITY.

This manual is designed for use with the software version 7.x. It is

intended for anyone who will operate the system and must have a

thorough knowledge of it. It also specifically references information

concerning system components, operation, theory, utility, and

performance

Before operating the iChemVELOCITY, read this manual carefully.

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Precautions and Warnings

The Operator’s Manual includes information and warnings that must be

observed by the operator in order to ensure safe operation of the system.

Important messages are highlighted with borders and special icons

identifying the type of message enclosed.

There are five types of messages: Tips, Notes, Cautions, Warnings and

Biological Warnings.

Tips

This icon indicates that the information is applicable only when an iQ

Series System is linked to the chemistry system.

Notes

NOTE: Highlights important facts, gives helpful information and tips and

clarifies procedures.

Cautions

CAUTION: Electrical caution! Unplug before handling.

CAUTION: Important information on the proper operation of the

iChemVELOCITY Urine Chemistry System. This information is crucial in

preventing instrument damage and maintaining the system.

Warnings

WARNING: Identifies potentially hazardous situations that could result in

serious injury to laboratory personnel.

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Biological Warnings

WARNING: Use care when handling specimens or used test strips.

Always wear gloves to prevent exposure to pathogens; i.e., bloody

specimens. Incorrect or imprecise procedures may result in exposure to

pathogens. This unit must only be used by operators trained in proper

procedures for clinical testing and handling of biohazardous waste.

Iris Diagnostics Contact Information

Customer opinion and input is extremely important to us. Iris Diagnostics

wants to design products that meet your needs. Comments on this

manual should be directed to:

Iris Diagnostics

Attention: Clinical Support

9172 Eton Avenue

Chatsworth, CA 91311

USA

Telephone

From U.S. and Canada locations +1-800-PRO-IRIS (776-4747)

From outside the U.S. +1-818-709-1244

Fax +1-818-700-9661

E-mail [email protected]

Manufacturer

Iris Diagnostics

9172 Eton Avenue

Chatsworth, CA 91311

USA

Authorized European Representative

Mdi Europa GmbH

Langenhagener Str. 71

30855 Hannover-Langenhagen

Germany

+49-511-39089539

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Symbols

The following is a list of symbols used on the product labeling

consumables, the instrument, and their meaning.

Symbol Meaning

Caution Consult Accompanying Documents

Consult Operating Instructions

Control Negative

Control Positive

Control

Date of Manufacture

Do not reuse

In Vitro Diagnostic Medical Device

Lot Number

Reference Number

Serial Number

Non Sterile

Lower Limit of Temperature

Temperature Limitation

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Symbol Meaning

Upper Limit of Temperature

Use By

Compliant with Waste Electrical and Electronic

Equipment (WEEE) directive.

Indicate that 20 years is the declared time where any

hazardous substances in the product will be stable

without posing any environmental threat.

ETL Listed Mark.

Caution: Hot surface.

Warnings, Precautions, Limitations

• Do not place the iChemVELOCITY in water.

• Do not drop or throw the instrument.

• Operate the instrument on a dry, level surface.

• Do not move the instrument while a test is in process.

• Plug the instrument into a grounded power source.

• Avoid sources of bright light/heat.

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Precautions and Safety

The entire unit weighs approximately 100 lbs – 45.5 kgs. Choose a place

to set up the unit before completing its assembly.

If the unit must be moved, separate the Sampler from the analyzer before

moving. If these two units come apart while being carried, it may result in

injury or severe damage.

Always keep a distance of at least 2 inches (5 cm) between the rear of

the unit and the wall. If this distance is not maintained, the connecting

tubes and cables may overheat.

Do NOT use power frequencies or voltage other than those specified in

this document. Connection to an inappropriate power source may cause

injury or fire.

Make certain that the power supply for the iChemVELOCITY is from a

dedicated line that provides power to no other instruments or appliances.

If power is not clean and steady, a UPS and/or power conditioner is

recommended.

Do NOT disassemble or modify the unit. Doing so may cause injury

and/or instrument malfunction and void the warranty.

Place the unit on a stable and level surface free of vibration. Failure to do

so may cause injury or malfunction of the unit.

Do NOT place the unit where it may be affected by chemicals, corrosive

gases or electronic noise. Doing so may cause injury or malfunction of the

unit.

Do NOT place the unit where it may be affected by water, direct sunlight

or draft. This may yield incorrect results, and the unit may be damaged.

Select a room to set up the unit where the temperature can be controlled

between 68

o

F (18

o

C) and 82

o

F (28

o

C), and relative humidity non-

condensing in a range of 20% to 80%.

CAUTION: The equipment inside fixed covered areas of the instrument is

not operator serviceable and may present electrical shock hazards.

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Do not install the system during lightning activity. For protection during

lightning storms and power surges, contact your facility electrical

department.

For added protection of the equipment during lightning and power surges,

always unplug the power cord and the LIS connection. If the instrument

is not used for a long period of time, unplug the power cord and the LIS

connection.

To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove any panel unless

under the direction of qualified personnel.

To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use an extension cord,

receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be inserted completely

with three-wire grounding type to prevent blade exposure.

Do not block any ventilation openings.

WARNING: For continued protection against risk of fire and hazard,

replace only with the same type and rating fuse.

WARNING: Equipment requires connection to protective earth ground for

safety reasons.

WARNING: The instrument’s main supply inlet is being used as the

mains disconnect device.

CAUTION: Do NOT leave the test strips in the module for more than 5

days. If test strips are exposed to the air too long, they may absorb

moisture or collect dust, causing incorrect results. Best practice is to

allow the chamber to empty completely before adding new strips.

CAUTION: Do NOT touch the reagent pad of a test strip; this may cause

incorrect results. Do NOT use expired test strips or any test strip if the

reagent pads show any signs of discoloration, deformation or

deterioration. Read the package insert of the test strips carefully.

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