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1. 116 7 3 7 WaSIG CISDOSAl M 116 aocucnil cc 117 PNE urs ctc 117 B2 Result FORMEN 117 8 2 1 Report 60 Minute mode AANEREN 117 8 2 2 Report 30 Minute mode nece rrr nere niens en nie ingenio 119 8 2 3 EE 120 8 2 3 1 ESR Error and Warning code messages 120 8 2 4 ru Wen E 121 8 2 5 ESO HEIEREN 121 8 2 6 PS nN cr 122 8 2 6 1 Analyser HAZY code messages eee eeeeentneeeeeeeeeeteees 123 9 OPERATION e c 124 9 1 Quek Start P c 124 9 1 1 Ee 124 9 1 2 Power Up SEQUIN Cie P 125 9 1 3 Pill procedure Mc EES 125 9 1 3 1 Liquid levels T 125 9 2 Checks during operation E 126 9 3 Priming the fluid Sy SUA a sce m e 126 9 4 TUIM E EE 127 9 4 1 End of day wash Drocedure ee 127 9 4 2 Turn E EE 127 powEEeiriBiades pie eege eege ees 128 10 1 Control pipettes cm 128 10 2 Monitoring measurement quality with StaRRsed Control 128 pU EMEN CU TR 128 10 2 2 Expected value range rota rA aeo Di IER PI Eed 128 10 2 3 Temperature COITOCEIOn iiiieiiiie ener nine innen uium unt nea tdmen ius 129 10 24 Usage options ases oett ttp nh uidet ehe te Spesa Rm ta pis xem ra SU ER rS 129 10 2 5 Quality control procedure geesde eg essed ea isis 130 jS QG RESUS Pc 131 10 2 6 QC Error messages E 131 10 2 6 2 QC R
2. ssseeeeee 103 6 7 2 2 Set protocol settings ebe eer 104 6 7 3 Compact ipic ernen 105 6 7 3 1 Printer DOM ssiri eni eiere E rE A A ETERA EERE 106 6 7 3 2 Compact EE Eeee eee 106 6 7 3 3 Select barcode reader kee EEN 106 SWF E EL MBit T 106 6 7 3 9 7 USBIO DEVICE c 106 6 7 3 6 Search in example history rra er uh rune Cra ER 106 6 7 3 7 Outer needle depth Ji usscco pie rrr e Eten Epru XRu eege 106 6 7 4 Manual ut e eter m 107 E SM Zu EE 107 6 1 CNET Nes c S 108 6 7 4 3 Valve OH E 109 6 7 4 4 Valves and Actuators i rap trt Ia Rn D CUR PR PRa ESAE I NU EUE EAR KIM EE 109 6 7 5 Display maintenance history ServiCe eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeetteeeeeeeeereneeee 110 6 7 6 Display error history Service ENNEN 111 6 7 7 POVANG OO M 112 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Contents T AGEING STARTED ec Steeg 113 Hele Limit filter usc oU S STE 113 EE E TE 113 7 3 Reagents preparation cerne rina rn rn enn ra eR ran RrRnR C rr ERE DRXR ERE REPE X rx E E xE EE PER EUR UdS 113 7 3 1 Rinse solution QRR 010934 ssssssssssnerseeessererrrrrrresserrrrrrrnrnsssrrrrnrnnnnrenet 115 7 3 2 S line QRR 010933 srsti mereki EE RENE A ERER 115 7 3 3 Diluent QRR 010931 e 115 7 3 4 De ionised water kee 115 7 3 5 Disinfectant QRR O1OO4 7 116 7 3 6 a eege e erc
3. Position Data field of Bytes Format Comment 1 Start of text 1 STX 2 Text distinction code 8 ESRRE Left aligned followed by spaces 10 Instrument ID 20 text If applicable 30 Sample ID 40 text 70 Reserved spaces 15 text 85 Aspiration date 10 ddmmyyyy Text format E g 01012010 January 1 2010 95 Aspiration time 5 hhmm Text format E g 0001 2 0 01 24 hour clock 100 E S R 30 minutes mm h 5 XXXXX 105 E S R in mm 60 minute mm h 5 XXXXX 110 E S R 60 minutes temperature corrected mm h 5 XXXXX 115 E S R 120 minutes mm h 5 XXXXX If applicable 120 Reserved spaces 10 text 130 Sample code 5 XXXXX See section Sample codes 135 Aspect code 5 XXXXX See section Aspect codes 140 Manually added code 5 XXXXX StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 231 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact mechatronics 145 Pipette number 5 XXXXX 150 Sedimentation time minutes 5 XXXXX 155 Temperature 5 XXXXX 160 Dilution rate 5 XXXXX 165 Column height mm 5 XXXXX 170 Error code 5 XXXXX See section ESR error codes 175 Limit error message results 30 text See section Limit error message on page 121 205 Reserved spaces 50 text 255 Checksum 1 CS See section Checksum calculation 256 End of text 1 ETX Total 256 Text left aligned followed by spaces XX number digits 0 9 with leading spaces Non speci
4. Select which port the StaRRsed Auto Compact is connected to No need to change the default setting ASRL1 INSTR Select Compact connected to Select which PRINTER PORT is connected to the printer No need to change the default setting ASRL10 INSTR SELECT BARCODE READER is used in the StaRRsed Auto Compact for selecting which barcode reader is used There is no need for re selecting this setting is already done by the factory Setting for the OUTER NEEDLE DEPTH No need to change the default 51 0 mm setting e H SEARCH IN EXAMPLE HISTORY is OFF this file cannot be selected in the history window e H SEARCH IN EXAMPLE HISTORY is ON this can be selected in the history window StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 105 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 7 3 1 Printer port Select which PRINTER PORT is connected to the printer No need to change the default setting ASRL10 INSTR 6 7 3 2 Compact connected to Select which port the StaRRsed Auto Compact is connected to No need to change the default setting ASRL1 INSTR 6 7 3 3 Select barcode reader SELECT BARCODE READER is used in the StaRRsed Auto Compact for selecting which barcode reader is used There is no need for re selecting this setting is already done by the factory 6 7 3 4 Result path Select location for storage of ESR results at RESULT PATH The underlying folder structure year month day is created by the software 6
5. 31010402 31012102 31014002 31017502 31 01 2012 10 2 31 01 2012 09 47 53 31 01 2012 09 52 44 31 01 2012 08 38 43 31 01 2012 10 26 12 31 01 2012 09 36 28 31 01 2012 13 18 26 sifouz01208 29 42 Ir 31 01 2001208 302277 31 01 2012 08 31 16 EDTA EDTA EDTA EDTA ua IEJ so IER T IES 92 E ja er LS 60 1 L 24 jet 24 24 25 EDTA EDTA DA EDTA EDTA EDTA BEACH EDTA EDTA Display full patient resuk In History the following options can be selected e DISPLAY PIPETTE DATA on page 41 Use button PRINT to send the selected data to the printer DISPLAY SAMPLE HISTORY on page 42 e DISPLAY FULL PATIENT RESULT on page 43 In Display sample history are the following options available PRINT Send the selected result to the printer PRINT RESULT HEADER Only if option Settings General settings PRINT AFTER MEASUREMENT is switched ON it is possible to print a result header SEND ALL TO HOST Send all results again to the HOST SEND PATIENT RESULT TO HOST Send only the selected patient result to the HOST e DISPLAY RACK HISTORY on page 45 e DISPLAY RACK DETAILS on page 46 e ANALYSE RESULTS on page 57 e ESR STATISTICS on page 47 e QCRESULTS on page 48 with StaRRsed Control e LINKED QC ID s on page 56 Page 40 LS StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN
6. OK Cancel Page 142 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Maintenance Start Fill and clean procedure Select button OK The adapter will be transported to the needle position The needle goes down and the fill and clean process is started When all the pipettes are filled the needle goes back to the home position and the adapter is moved to the release position and will be transported into the End pool fs Be M ors Fill and clean without adapter Fill amp Clean Pipette data will be lost C E Use Fill amp clean adapter OFF Fit tube on sample probe come JI zs The gripper moves to the needle position The needle comes down Fill a container with 150 ml hot de ionized water Add 15 ml cleaning agent QRR 010905 Stir the prepared solution Put the container close to the needle location Push the silicon tube over the sample probe Press CONTINUE The fill and clean process is started Dm Jm om bah See also WI 178 Hazy problems on page 311 and WI 195 Cleaning the diluent system on page 314 Cleaning with Chlorine StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 143 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Maintenance 13 5 Level 3 maintenance Level 3 maintenance is level 4 maintenance adding the following extra s 1 Replace the pinch valve tube ESRIO10246 2 Replace the blue disk filter QWLV040003 3 R
7. R mechatronics Contents 15 28 Quality control trouble shooting 175 16 APPENDIX FOR STARRSED AUTO COMPACT cene 178 17 WORK INSTRUCTION STARRSED AUTO COMPATCT eene 300 18 GLOSSARY OF TERMS iic oi rinn s iure pago p ned ibn eres cette terete 357 MEL oi mec eee 359 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Pagei Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Introduction 1 INTRODUCTION The StaRRsed Blood Sedimentation Rate Instrument hereafter called StaRRsed Auto Compact is an in vitro diagnostic medical device that automatically carries out the erythrocyte sedimentation rate analysis according to the Westergren method conforming to CLSI approved standard H02 A5 using closed sample tubes filled with citrate or EDTA blood The StaRRsed Auto Compact is an advanced ESR system that offers many unique features and benefits over the traditional ESR procedures Automating this method has the following advantages e The Westergren pipettes are always filled to the correct level e Using closed sample tubes reduces the possibility of contamination for the user and environment e Standard glass Westergren pipettes are used in which the measurement can be corrected to a constant temperature 18 C Celsius Even small ab normalities can be detected over a longer period of time irrespective of where and when the blood sample was taken e Every sedimentati
8. Too many borders found 50408602 11 Dec 08 14 42 34 11315002 1i Dec08 14 46 36 lH 50367802 01 Dec98 16 20 41 12 z Teo many borders Found 11314702 1r0eco6 14 36 35 2 50407202 1t Dec09 14 41 46 E ll 50403902 10 Dec 06 13 32 47 Too many borders found 11003802 1t Dec 08 09 09 25 11007002 11 Dec 08 09 17 04 9 11313602 11 06c 08 14 50 34 11315902 11 Dec 08 14 46 10 37654402 11 0ec08 15 02 34 11001502 11 06c0809 0 33 2 7 11310002 3 t Dec A 14 53 64 DILUTION ERROR The dilution error detection is a user setting and can be changed in SETTINGS dilution error detection to 0 25 96 In this example the dilution error detection is set to 10 and limit errors set to YES By selecting Dilution gt 110 all the samples with a dilution rate gt 110 are displayed in the table By selecting Dilution lt 90 all the samples with a dilution rate lt 90 are displayed in the table In the header of the table the names of the columns are shown Double click the header of any column to sort the table by this column in ascending order StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 57 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Auto Compact program 6 3 7 History analyse results high dilution Analyse results mmu i i I mune o i H 2 S nm E ent n isi 01 Dec 08 14 23 14 DILUTION
9. Connect the silicon tube to the bottom connector and the top connector Push the tube in the pinch valve Close the left cover 8 Final preparation Prepare disinfectant if not already prepared Add 10 ml bleach sodium hypochlorite to 190 ml de ionized water 5 solution This disinfectant is for cleaning of all external parts that are exposed to blood Go to tab MAINTENANCE and perform the End of day wash procedure when Fill amp Clean is used End of day wash is not required Check system for leakage e Inspect the peristaltic pump tubes and connections for leaks e Check that liquid does not run back into the supply bottles after the pumps have stopped Clean and inspect the sample needle e Inspect sample needle condition If necessary replace the sample probe or outer needle See Work Instruction Sample probe or outer needle replacement e Clean the outer needle with disinfectant Check tubing from the syringe for trapped air bubbles Check Diluent syringe for trapped air bubbles If trapped air bubbles are found go to tab MAINTENANCE click button PRIME CLEAN ON PAGE 67 and perform the PRIME DILUENT function Wipe outer surface and stainless steel plate below the pipettes with disinfectant Exchange air filter Page 352 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm 7 mechatronics Air filter replacement ESRI QWLV0400003 1 2 3 Work instruction StaRRsed
10. ES StaHRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 297 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Doctor name Ward Sample comments Wbc Reserved Compact HAZY code messages The code appears in the sample data record at variable RBC This code appears in the sample data record at column 5 The following 4 codes are defined 0 Sample is clear 1 Sample is Hazy lt 10 2 Sample is Hazy lt 25 3 Sample is Hazy gt 25 Results with hazy aspect can be suppressed in the menu Limit error settings Compact ERROR code messages This code appears in the sample data record at variable HGB The following 7 codes are defined O No errors 1 No cells plasma found Error No contents could be detected in the pipette ESR Probably gt 140 mm Error Extremely high ESR value Too many borders found Error More than three borders found possibly air bubbles See Section Trouble shooting Air bubbles on page 159 4 Column height lt nnn gt Warning Column height must be between 180 and 210mm lt nnn gt the actual column height 5 Measure error Warning The down count is not equal to the up count from the measure head 6 Bubbles on top Warning Air bubbles on top of the ESR See Section Trouble shooting Air bubbles on page 159 Page 298 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN
11. Gripper did not reach the FILL position Starting point last sampled tube Gripper did not reach the MIX position Starting point FILL position Gripper did not reach the OUT release position Starting point FILL position Gripper did not reach the MIX position Starting point OUT position See E63 After an rack error the position motor tried to initialise its home position but could not succeed due to a possible fatal hardware error StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics E90 Mixermotor error Can t initialize motor due to a possible hardware error E91 Can not discharge rack Endpool full remove racks E92 Position motor error Not on position MIX E93 Position motor error Not on position MIX E94 Position motor error Not on position MIX E95 Position motor error Not on position FILL E96 Position motor error Not on position FILL E97 Position motor error Not on position IN E98 Position motor error Not on position IN E99 Position motor error Not on position MIX E100 Position motor error Not on position MIX E101 Position motor error Not on position FILL E102 Position motor error Not on position MIX StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Could not home mixer motor within a certain time limit This error will be automatical
12. StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact Rm mechatronics Work instruction Number 169 Page 1 of 3 Purpose Cleaning liquid separator Safety Bio Hazard area Instrument Compact Revision Draft October 2001 Prepare disinfectant if not already prepared Add 10 ml bleach sodium hypochlorite to 190 ml de ionized water 596 solution This disinfectant is for cleaning of all external parts that are exposed to blood Clean liquid separator 1 Open the left cover and remove the waste container The liquid separator is now visible 2 Liftthe stainless steel vacuum tube with use of the lever 3 Pull the liquid separator towards the front of the Compact Note The separator has two sensor connectors at the rear 4 Disconnect the silicon tube from the tube connection 5 Remove bacterial HEPA filter 6 Openthe liquid separator by pulling off the top section 7 Clean the internal parts of the separator with disinfectant Replacing 1 Replace the top section A little silicon grease on the rim of separator will make the assembling and adjustment easier 2 If applicable replace the bacterial HEPA filter For Maintenance Level 4 exhange bacterial HEPA filter QWLV040002 3 Re connect the silicon tube to the bottom tube connector 4 Liftleft cover 5 Lift stainless steel vacuum tube up 6 Insert the liquid separa
13. E d e Uu 1 Putthe cover carefully over the instrument 2 Fasten the two rear screws of the top cover If present if needed Page 310 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact mechatronics Work instruction Number 178 Page 1 of 1 Purpose Hazy problems Safety Bio Hazard area Instrument StaRRsed Auto Compact Revision 002 December 2013 Prepare disinfectant Add 10 ml bleach sodium hypochlorite to 190 ml de ionized water 596 solution Cleaning the diluent system Step 1 Bom Remove the suction tube from the diluent bottle Place the suction tube in chlorine solution Use the PRIME DILUENT function This fills the dispenser system with the disinfectant After the prime sequence stops press PRIME DILUENT 5 times to fill the dispenser system with the disinfectant 5 Leave the disinfectant in the system for 15 minutes Step 2 1 Take the diluent suction tube out of the disinfectant 2 Wipe the tube clean and dry with a tissue 3 Place the diluent suction tube in hot de ionized water 80 C 4 Use the PRIME DILUENT function 5 After the prime sequence stops press PRIME DILUENT 5 times to fill the dispenser system with the hot water Step 3 1 Clean the diluent bottle s with the disinfectant 2 Rinse the diluent bottle with hot de ionized water 80 3 Rinse the dil
14. Maintenance Settings m Service 12 Oct 11 11 03 47 Fill stop sensor checked 12 Oct 11 11 03 45 Measure sensor checked 12 Oct 11 11 03 42 Flow sensor checked 11 Oct 11 09 03 30 Fyll amp Rensa avbrutet 11 Oct 11 09 01 10 Fyll amp Rensa genomf rt 11 Oct 11 08 58 55 Fyll amp Rensa avslutati 11 Oct 11 08 53 54 Fyi amp Rensa genomf rt 10 Oct 11 09 43 53 Measure sensor checked 07 Oct 11 07 41 40 Level 1 maintenance carried ot When there is a sensor alarm an alarm indicator is shown in the tab MAINTENANCE All performed maintenance functions are logged automatically This log can be saved e g to a memory stick by clicking button Save As Page 76 SiaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Ro mechetronics Auto Compact program 6 5 5 Maintenance info When there is a sensor alarm an alarm indicator is shown in the tab MAINTENANCE This screen is divided in 6 maintenance level sections For maintenance levels 1 to 4 the status is monitored and flagged if it is overdue Press the button Info to open the work instruction for a specific maintenance level When this maintenance is done press the button Done to log the completed work in the maintenance log file StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 77 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 5 5 1 Maintenance info overview When there is a sensor alarm an alarm indicator is shown in
15. Tdlims order information record format 171 bytes Parameter Ss en come OOO Comment Text distinction code distinction code Text distinction code IEEE JEN Information status BENE sample does not exist 1 sample exists Bacos o w www Sampe Dro e Mustbe the same as inguin record mm Lal Tube postion 2 wammde 31 S Penn n Puewmme Ja SoS SSS C RS Caen 8 mme EE fi wem 8 1 S StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 279 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Wbc 1 O Esrilag 0 ESR no 1 ESR yes Compact HAZY code messages The code appears in the sample data record at variable RBC This code appears in the sample data record at column 5 The following 4 codes are defined 0 Sample is clear 1 Sample is Hazy 10 2 Sample is Hazy 25 3 Sample is Hazy gt 25 Results with hazy aspect can be suppressed in the menu Limit error settings Compact ERROR code messages This code appears in the sample data record at variable HGB The following 7 codes are defined O No errors 1 Nocells plasma found Error No contents could be detected in the pipette ESR Probably gt 140 mm Error Extremely high ESR value Too many borders found Error More than three borders found possibly air bubbles See Section Trouble shooting A
16. CS Patient identification text PPPPPPPPPP E S R in mm 60 minute WWW 2 o jm S y O E S R in mm 60 min corrected for temp 46 CC Temperature in degree Default EN C XX CS 1 byte checksum 256 modulo 256 ASCII string sum OR 128 ASCII string sum the ASCII sum of all preceding characters incl stx cr If and ext modulo 256 ASCII string sum the remainder of the ASCII string sum when divided by 256 OR 128 setting the MSB bit to 1 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 241 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact OPUS string format mechatronics stx PPPPPPPPPP hhh www WWW AAAAAAAAAmm ppp TTT CC EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE MMMMMMMMMM cr 1f eot stx 80 data characters cr f eot Checksum OFF 30 min stx 80 data characters er etx cs eot Checksum ON 30 min f Data consists if 30 min output is switched to ON Patient identification text PPPPPPPPPP E S R in mm Half hour method E S R in mm calculated to 60 18 XXX WWW minutes E S R in mm 60 min corrected for temp Manually added code ER 43 22 32 69 Error messages EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE 80 EDTA message MMMMMMMMMM Page 242 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics pore fason e pec aso sw o et et ate Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Pes tome Tex
17. ESR Probably gt 140 mm Error Extremely high ESR value 3 Too many borders found Error More than three borders found possibly air bubbles See Section Trouble shooting Air bubbles on page 159 4 Column height lt nnn gt Warning Column height must be between 180 and 210mm lt nnn gt the actual column height 5 Measure error Warning The down count is not equal to the up count from the measure head 6 Bubbles on top Warning Air bubbles on top of the ESR See Section Trouble shooting Air bubbles on page 159 Page 246 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN R mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact 7 Limit error Error One of the following limits are out of the setting range ESR Time Column height Dilution Bubbles on top Hazy aspect Temperature StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Page 247 mechetronics Appendix Sysmex R 3500 unidirectional protocol R 3500 sample data record format 202 bytes This is a modified data record coming from a R 3500 Sample data record format 202 bytes CH mim WMom3emad 05 Tube pesttoninrack 5 4 Barcode from barcode label ma Parameter Text distinction code NEED Text distinction code II Sample distinction code D Month Year 5 lt Rack no Tube position no Sequence no ID information Sample ID number Instrument ID number Text dis
18. Install the level sensors and spacers according the following pictures Make sure to place the appropriate level sensors in the containers by matching the color codes on the tube and on the container The sensors and the reagents have the following numbers and color codes Connector Reagent number Color code RINSE SOLUTION Number 34 Green SALINE Number 35 Yellow DILUENT Number 36 Grey DE IONIZED WATER Number 37 Blue DISINFECTANT Number 38 White NOTE Wrongly placed pickup tubes may cause incorrect results or instrument malfunction Page 114 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Getting started 7 3 1 Rinse solution QRR 010934 Rinse solution is used for rinsing the Westergren pipettes approximately 8 ml is used for each sample The Rinse container is a 20 liter container QRR 010934 Pre flush reagent bottle with de ionized water Fill rinse container with rinse solution from the 20 liter container 7 3 2 Saline QRR 010933 Saline is used for cleaning the needle and fill nozzle assembly approximately 1 ml of saline is used for each sample The saline container is a 5 liter container QRR 010933 Pre flush the saline bottle using saline from the saline container Fill saline bottle from the 5 liter container 7 3 3 Diluent QRR 010931 Sodium citrate is used for diluting the EDTA sample e Approximately 0 5 ml Diluent is used for each sa
19. Measure head start position correct ee 20 40 60 8 100 120 140 160 180 200 Measure head start position wrong prre Oe 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200 NOTE Clean sensors first before executing this function NOTE When a test pipette is installed at the measuring position the result of the test pipette is displayed in the field ESR mm Page 74 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm 7 mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 5 3 Display error history 45 Sample I History le Reagents s Maintenance Settings m Service 05 Oct 11 09 13 22 Diluter start sensor checked 05 Oct 11 09 13 21 Fill stop sensor checked 05 Oct 11 09 12 20 Measure sensor 29 Sep 11 10 45 49 Separatorsensorn kontrolleradt 29 Sep 11 10 45 48 Sp dningsfl dessensorn kontroller sd 29 Sep 11 10 45 mW Temperatursensorn kontroller ad When there is a sensor alarm an alarm indicator is shown in the tab MAINTENANCE All errors that occurred during operation are logged automatically This list can be used by field engineers to check check the status of the instrument and locate possible problems This log can be saved e g to a memory stick by clicking button Save As StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 75 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 5 4 Display maintenance history 5 o Sample itl History fr Reagents
20. Tdlims sample data record format 234 bytes This is a modified data record coming from a SE9000 with instrument ID o D 3 e o Q D r D D Q o a h o 3 D r N E A o pz D o Parameter Text distinction code Text distinction code ll U Bea OO OOOO w Mmns mak 05 Tube positon in rez CD D 3 o o Q n 5 o Eta o 5 Q fe Qo o N Day Month Year Rack no Tube position no 4 ID information Sample ID number NEG POS ERR information POSITIVE diff POSITIVE morph POSITIVE count ERROR func ERROR result Order information gt 2 m z lt o o h o 3 o 2 Reserve Reserve Reserve Reserve Reserve ha ha o ooo DS na na na na 000000 123000 Esr value 123 mm 102000 Hazy code 12 01200 Temperature in degr Celsius i e 12 degr StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 278 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN IP message information 2 Ug O R mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact 01200 Sedimentation time in minutes i e 12 min MCHC 12300 30 minute ESR value 123 n a Not applicable No Sample data flag record format This protocol contains no sample flag record Tdlims Inquiry data record format 21 bytes Parameter D ent OOO Comment Text distinction code distinction code Text distinction code i mmm Sarpe Dro Im __ Patient number ame a sample dati
21. o rinse RR mechatronics KIEREN Ea Rinse solution To continue click Next Input screen for new reagents Make a selection to add new default setting or delete the current information and continue with Next Note Only the Rinse solution input screen is shown in this manual The input screens are the same for all reagents 6 4 2 1 New reagent input cont ma New Reagent Information New reagent information TU SED Lot number Lot number RINSE SOLUTION 2000 D Expire date Spoelviceistof Sp ll suag Solution de rincage Expire date Placed Soluzione di lavaggio Soluci n de lavado Month Year Solu o rinse T 1 1 2000 Placed R mechatre pO oaks dza 1 ez Rinse solution Rinse solution To save new information click OK Data can be entered with the keyboard or with a barcode reader 1 First enter read the Article number 2 Enter read Lot number 3 Enter read the Expiry date if barcode reader is used cursor has to be in one of the two boxes If necessary adjust the date when the reagent was placed 5 Check if the preview box shows the correct information then press OK A StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 65 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN VES mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 5 Maintenance screen j Sample IE History id Reagents s Maintenance t E Settings Service When there is a sensor alarm an alarm indicator is shown in
22. 4 vols blood 1 vol sodium citrate diluent 3 2 NaCl accuracy 3 Reported result mm after 1 hour Reagents Reagents used Reagent barcode label information Blood volume QRR 010931 Diluent QRR 010947 Disinfectant QRR 010933 Saline QRR 010934 Rinse solution De ionized water Code39 Aspirated blood volume per sample 1 4 ml in EDTA mode 1 6 ml in Citrate mode Page 20 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN R mechatronics Instrument description Rack and tube types Abbott CD3500 3700 Abbott CD4000 Sapphire ABX Pentra 80 ABX Pentra 120 Bayer Advia Coulter LH750 DXH800 Coulter HmX Sysmex sample rack low profile Rack types Most commonly used brands types Sample tube types Closed tubes with concentric cap only Barcode reader Barcode reader type CGD Reading capabilities Most common barcode labels Code389 ITF Industrial 2 or 5 CodaBar EAN UPC and CODE128 Data storage i 30 Gb Hard disk on external PC Storage medium approx 5 Mb per 1000 samples results and raw data Storage capacity indication StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 21 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Instrument description 2 2 Technical specifications contd StaRRsed Compact environment Less than 65 dBA Sound level Environment temperature 13128 t Relative humidity SE StaRRsed Compact Mains
23. 6 Bubbles on top Warning Air bubbles on top of the ESR See Section Trouble shooting Air bubbles on page 159 7 Limit error Error One of the following limits are out of the setting range e ESR Time e Column height e Dilution e Bubbles on top e Hazy aspect e Temperature Page 120 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Reporting 8 2 4 Limit error settings When an option at Limit error settings is set to YES and this limit error occurs results will be printed send to the LIMS When an option is set to NO and this limit error occurs the fields for 30 min ESH 60 min ESR and the temperature corrected ESR are filled with spaces and thus results are not printed send to the LIMS The error message in the error field column 10 indicates that at least one of the limits ESR time dilution rate column height bubbles on top hazy aspects and temperature has been exceeded Together with the sedimentation time and dilution rate which are still printed at the usual position the operator analyst can see what caused the error and may or may not use the ESR values which are preserved in the error message Description of the error message L_err hhh www ittt ccc L errmeansitis a limit error e hhh is the 30 minutes ESR e www is the 60 minute ESR e ttt is the temperature corrected 60 minute result e ccc is the column height Example of a limit error messag
24. 8 Connect the two tubes to new waste pump cassette 7 Exchange Pinch valve tube StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 343 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact Replace the pinch valve tube ESRIO10246 1 2 3 e mechatronics Open the left cover Pull the tube out the pinch valve Disconnect the silicon tube from the bottom connector and the top connector Remove the tube Connect the silicon tube to the bottom connector and the top connector Push the tube in the pinch valve Close the left cover 8 Final preparation Prepare disinfectant if not already prepared Add 10 ml bleach sodium hypochlorite to 190 ml de ionized water 5 solution This disinfectant is for cleaning of all external parts that are exposed to blood Go to tab MAINTENANCE and perform the End of day wash procedure when Fill amp Clean is used End of day wash is not required Check system for leakage e Inspect the peristaltic pump tubes and connections for leaks e Check that liquid does not run back into the supply bottles after the pumps have stopped Clean and inspect the sample needle e Inspect sample needle condition If necessary replace the sample probe or outer needle See Work Instruction Sample probe or outer needle replacement e Clean the outer needle with disinfectant Check tubing from the syringe for trapped air bubbles Check Diluent syringe for trapped air bubb
25. Bubbles on top Warning Air bubbles on top of the ESR See Section Trouble shooting Air bubbles on page 159 Page 260 mechatronics StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechetronics 7 Limit error Error One of the following limits are out of the setting range ESR Time Column height Dilution Bubbles on top Hazy aspect Temperature StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Page 261 mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Appendix Protocol Sysmex R 3500 EPU R 3500 sample data record format 202 bytes This is a modified data record coming from a R 3500 o D 3 o Q D geb D 1 Q o a ON o 3 D r N e N o ES D o Parameter Text distinction code ch Text distinction code ll ES sn 05092014 Format ddmmyyyy 084626 Format hhmmss 001234 Rack number 1234 05 Tube position in rack 5 Sample distinction code Measurement data Measurement time Rack no ha ha o o ooo Inquiry mode N Sample ID number Reserved IP Messages ESR 60 MINUTES HAZY CODE ERROR CODE SEDIMENTATION TIME DILUTION RATE ESR 30 MINUTES Reserved Aspiration date Aspiration time Reserved Text distinction codel 1 D Text distinction code 1 T Sample distinction code 1 u Measurement data 8 05092014 Me
26. a k a TxD Tx Sending data from DTE er Output Request To Send ASYNC E SE a nput Clear To Send ASYNC Input Data Set Ready ASYNC Signal Ground Input Carrier Detect a k a DCD 2 65 EES ao Pinne Ma Per rr ES 0 Page 284 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN R mechetronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact el T o E 22 Input Ring Indicator DCE Modem raises when incoming call detected used for auto answer applications All specified RS232 signals are completely isolated from the computer earth and the mains supply Interface connections for the StaRRsed to PC Example connection to P D Example to HOST computer Example connection to P C without handshake system including handshake including hardware handshake Je AE Hardware no handshaking for DB 25 connector DE 25 temale aeu gz OC Connector comecorz Function StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 285 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN R mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact RD RXD SD TXD SD TXD gt RD RXD GND SG 7 64 8420 Looe DSR CD DTR FL 6 8 20 DSR CD DTR L somm RS RTS CS CTS 8 a2 5 S r4 ad 3 nz a D EE EEN EIER Eh SUTS gt OS CTS Page 286 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN R mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Hardware han
27. always transmit results to the output e Setto NO transmit no results to the output when the column height is outside the selected range e SEND RESULTS WITH BUBBLES ON TOP WARNING e setto YES always transmit results to the output e set to NO transmit no results to the output when there is generated a warning for bubbles on top e SEND RESULTS WITH HAZY ASPECT e setto YES always transmit results to the output e set to NO three options are possible Hazy gt 10 Hazy 25 and Hazy gt 25 transmit results to the output as specified e SEND RESULTS WITH TEMPERATURE EXCEEDED e setto YES always transmit results to the output e set to NO the settings can be set changed between a minimum of 15 and maximum of 34 When an option is set to YES and this limit error occurs results will be printed send to the LIMS Page 92 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 6 4 QC Settings C Sample jil History E Reagents Bud Maintenance Settings Service RB Qu Use default assay range Default NORMAL range Default ABNORMAL range YI LA Custom NORMAL range Custce ABNORMAL range gt send QC request to LIMS Q send QC resut to IMS Gu Automatically remove irked QC ID after resuk 3 In QC settings the following options can be selected USE DEFAULT ASSAY RANGE e ON Default setting The default assay range w
28. on page 80 SERVICE screen on page 95 o um mmm The above picture is an example of the SAMPLE screen of the Compact in the normal operation mode If the Service mode button with light is shown in the Status line the Compact is running in the service mode The User Manual button is also in the status line Click this button to open the StaRRsed Auto Compact User manual When the Compact is running in the Service mode all kinds of settings can be changed and the instrument will run with the changed settings For instance when ESR time is set to 12 minutes the Carousel will move according this time setting to be in time at the measure position When the Compact is running in the NORMAL MODE the instrument uses the standard saved settings For instance the ESR time is set back to 60 minutes or 30 minutes according the used method 6 2 1 Carousel Carousel This is a graphical representation of the Compact carousel When an ESR is required the carousel is moving to the Measure position On the display the belt is also moving accordingly The decimal numbers next to the pipettes are the numbers on the pipette belt When a pipette is filled successfully a red dot marks the filled pipette In case of a failure the pipette is marked with a flashing red dot All the sample information can be found in tab HISTORY 6 2 2 Measure station Measure station This is the position of the measure station where the ESR of the sample is meas
29. position Starting point MIX position e The MIX position Starting point FILL position e The MIX position Starting point IN position StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 169 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Trouble shooting Causes and solutions Position gripper motor is faulty e Motor driver on rack board is faulty e Check position grabber motor home sensor e Position grabber motor is faulty e Position grabber motor is blocked e Check position motor belt e Check gripper sensor e Check height of the tubes in the rack e Check rack adapter e Check height position of the rack adapter E73 till E75 are the error codes and in the status line the text begins with Position motor error e is on the IN position Could not send the rack to the IN pool to the first stop position e is not on the OUT position Could not release the rack from the grabber e is not on the IN position Could not send rack to the grabber Causes and solutions e Check the position motor For more error numbers and details see the Appendix Error list Auto Compact on page 198 Page 170 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Trouble shooting 15 21 2 Mixer module E60 and E90 is the error code and the text in the status line Mixer motor error Could not home mixer motor e Mixer motor is faulty e Mixer motor is blocked e Mixer motor driver on rack is board is faulty e Check mixer mo
30. the lot number and barcode on the package insert 2 Lab ID Enter the patient number or scan the barcode from the label that the lab is using to identify the sample 3 Click button Link ID s to add the linked ID s to the list The Date linked will be added automatically 4 Attach the Lab ID label on the StaRRsed Control sample tube so that the original barcode is completely covered to ensure that only the Lab ID barcode can be scanned by the StaRRsed Auto Compact If the StaRRsed Control sample ID is not correct or the expiry date is exceeded a message will be shown and the ID s are not added to the list To remove a link that will no longer be used select the link in the table and click on REMOVE LINK Depending on the optional setting AUTOMATICALLY REMOVE LINKED QC ID AFTER RESULT SETTINGS QC SETTINGS ON PAGE 93 the links can be removed automatically when a usable ESR result has been reported for this particular Lab ID Page 56 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 3 5 9 QC Result analysis Authorized staff should identify and differentiate acceptable unacceptable random errors and trends and or shifts in systematic errors from the statistical data Depending on the users Quality Control Procedures analytical results could be accepted or rejected Changes in QC results can be gradual or abrupt Gradual changes can be caused by contamination and incide
31. 1 Go to the IN POSITION 2 Go to MIX POSITION 3 Go to TUBE POSITION NUMBER 1 After pressing Read barcode the barcode is shown above the button If barcode label is not read correctly see section Troubleshooting Return to Position motor on page 100 screen StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 101 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 7 1 3 5 Test tube sensor Switch CHECK TUBE DETECTION SENSOR Use this switch to check the correct adjustment of the optical sensor that checks for the presence of sample tubes in the rack See Trouble shooting Tube sensor does not detect tubes on page 172 for further instructions Switch ALWAYS READ BARCODE Use this switch to read the barcode at every position in the rack This tube is correctly logged in the rack even when the tube sensor is not detecting a tube If the tube sensor is not detecting a tube and a barcode could also not be read the tube position is logged as empty See Service manual for further instructions Return to Position motor on page 100 screen 6 7 1 4 Timing settings C jw Sample fi 1 History IF Reagents Maintenance Settings m Service 9 i i T1 Mixer motor timeout Home T2 Position motor timeout Discharge pos T3 Conveyer motor timeout T4 Position motor timeout Mbc gt In TS Conveyer motor timeout Rack in gripper i T6 Position motor timeout Mix Fil d 5 17 Pos
32. 158 15 8 ES dis c T 159 15 8 1 Foam Per i0 E 159 15 8 2 Pipette looks like zebra crossing ENNEN 160 15 8 8 One air bubble about 5 mm under mentscUs eee eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeteeeeeeeees 160 15 8 4 One air bubble rising in pipette AANEREN 161 15 8 5 Small air bubbles rising in pipette ke 161 15 8 6 Random air bubbles in pipette eee eee terre eeeeeneeeeeeeeeeeeneeaaea 161 15 9 Leaking eer 162 15 10 Rinse nozzle wash station algnment Au 162 15 11 ER ETE TOES E 163 15 12 Contaminated mstrument kk 163 15 13 Fill TWIG GUT GION et eR TL Eaa EEE KENE EEEE 164 15 14 Nee EE 164 15 15 Separator error tege D T o o 166 15 16 gc is i e 167 15 17 Reagents alarm ME RTT m 167 15 18 PU Oe T rr HY 167 15 18 1 Fill nozzle does not engage with pipette ANNE 167 15 18 2 Fill nozzle not at fill position ENEE 167 15 18 3 Fill nozzle not at home Dosigon ENEE 168 15 19 Piercing erfor enee EE 168 15 20 New rack EE 169 15 21 e e 169 15 21 1 ten e ET 169 15 21 2 Mixer eiTe rs TEE 171 15 21 3 Check WEE 171 15 22 ro erintiero die cM P M 172 15 23 Barcode reader T 172 15 24 TEE TT 172 15 25 TUBE MOT UT Mr 173 15 26 Temperature Bit Ol T 173 15 27 Communication error Ee assests tis c 174 Page 12 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN
33. 180 and 210mm lt nnn gt the actual column height 5 Measure error Warning The down count is not equal to the up count from the measure head 6 Bubbles on top Warning Air bubbles on top of the ESR See Section Trouble shooting Air bubbles on page 159 7 Limit error Error One of the following limits are out of the setting range ESR Time Column height Dilution Bubbles on top Hazy aspect Temperature Page 256 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechetronics Appendix Protocol Sysmex SE 9000 unidirectional SE9000 Sample data record format 234 bytes This is a modified data record from SE9000 without instrument ID Sample data record format 234 bytes Parameter s Text distinction code 1 SE Text distinction code II 1 S Sample distinction code U ES M N N N Barcode rom barcode reo ID information 4 Barcode from barcode label Patient number Sample ID number Analysis information NEG POS ERR information POSITIVE diff 1 1 Sequence no StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Page 257 mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Posve mom 3 WBC RBC 000000 01200 Temperature in degr Celsius i e 12 degr a ha o ooo DES na na na n a Not applicable Page 258 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 E
34. 256 Page 214 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN R mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact ESR string format for StaRRsed 30 minutes format stx PPPPPPPPPP hhh www WWW AAAAAAAAAmm ppp TTT CC EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE MMMMMMMMMM cr 1f eot stx 80 data characters cr lf eot Checksum OFF 30 min stx 80 data characters cr lf etx cs eot Checksum ON 30 min Data consists if 30 min output is switched to ON 10 Patient identification text PPPPPPPPPP E S R in mm Half hour method xw m CS E S R in mm calculated to 60 X WWW minutes E S R in mm 60 min corrected for x temp XXX XX Xx 4 Manually added code XX XXX Xx gt wo N gt 1 12 o 2 Ce EN E EA ES e EM 39 Pipette number 3 Sedimentation time i mm Im EDTA message MMMMMMMMMM asou Hex Joe STX ASCII 02 ETX ASCII 0 EOT ASCII 24 33 37 41 45 48 71 LF ASCII CR ASCII 68 1 byte Text left aligned followed by spaces ASCII 20 Xx number made up of xx digits 0 9 ASCIII 30 39 with leading zeros Leading zeros and non specified positions are filled with spaces ASCII 20 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 215 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN R mechetronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Appendix Sedmatic 100 string format Normal result string pp JPPPPPPPPPP
35. 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact Clean Waste Cassette The waste system must be cleaned before replacing the waste pump cassette container The liquid separator is now visible 2 Lift the stainless steel vacuum tube with use of the lever 3 Pull the liquid separator towards the front of the Compact Note The separator has two sensor connectors at the rear 4 Remove bacterial HEPA filter Fill waste separator with 100ml disinfectant or 100 ml water with 296 bleach Replace bacterial HEPA filter Lift left cover Lift stainless steel vacuum tube up Insert the liquid separator sliding it over the support shelf 10 Push the liquid separator towards the rear with the sensor connectors in the holes 11 Release the stainless steel vacuum tube 12 Replace the waste container 13 Close left cover 1 Open the left cover and remove the waste m OND Exchange Waste Cassette and blotting washer 1 Disconnect the two tubes from the waste pump cassette 2 Press levers at three o clock and nine o clock positions and pull at the same time 3 Clean peristaltic pump motor shaft using a tissue soaked in alcohol 4 Remove the old blotting washer ESRI090026 around the motor shaft 5 Place the new blotting washer ESRIO90026 6 Insert new waste pump cassette ESRI090921 until it clicks into place 7 Remove the protection caps on from the tubes
36. 7 3 5 USB IO Device USB IO DEVICE Switch ON if a Status indicator is part of the StaRRsed Auto Compact If switched ON a device can be selected at USB IO Device number 6 7 3 6 Search in example history e H SEARCH IN EXAMPLE HISTORY is OFF this file cannot be selected in the history window e H SEARCH IN EXAMPLE HISTORY is ON this can be selected in the history window 6 7 3 7 Outer needle depth Setting for the OUTER NEEDLE DEPTH No need to change the default 51 0 mm setting Page 106 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 7 4 Manual control C Sample gto Reagents To control assemblies separately by using the ON OFF switch 6 7 4 1 Pump VACUUM PUMP ON the main vacuum pump is switched on OFF the main vacuum pump is switched off WASTE PUMP ON the waste pump is switched on OFF the waste pump is switched off The waste pump is used for emptying the liquid separator Do not leave this function ON as it may cause waste pump damage SALINE PUMP ON the saline peristaltic pump is switched on OFF the saline peristaltic pump is switched off Note If vacuum pump is OFF rinse solution will spill over the Auto rack unit RINSE PUMP ON the pipette wash peristaltic pump is switched on OFF the pipette wash peristaltic pump is switched off Note If vacuum pump is OFF rinse solution will spill over the Auto r
37. 9 16 01 2012 07 35 5 oz S H 5 13 01 2012 07 35 5 03 02 2012 S 4 5 01 2012 07 EI o3juej2012 Site jl SGFS E 11 01 2012 07 S 03 02 2012 S 5 10 01 2012 07 30 5 03 02 2012 5 i 5 09 01 2012 07 30 5 0302 2012 S Hf 5 06 01 2012 07 19 03 02 2012 54 5 05 01 2012 07 19 9 03 02 2012 S 4 5 04 01 2012 07 19 5 seS i2 9 26 ELI7 Urorected QC resukisc 2 S 5 5e 5 EL17 Uncorrected QC result is c ek bi Ua Display Results table Results are shown in table as default QC sample ID Read from the barcode The original StaRRsed Control barcode batch number Linked lab ID The Lab ID is given if it is linked to the StaRRsed Control sample ID Sampling date The date and time when the QC sample was aspirated Expiry date If the StaRRsed Control expiry date is exceeded it is not possible to continue with this QC sample The sample is not measured but the failed attempt is logged in the table Page 48 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Auto Compact program Expected ESR This is the temperature corrected mean value incorporated in the StaRRsed barcode and the accepted range of deviation The applicable values for the acceptable range depend on the user setting ESR 60 Uncorrected result from QC sample ESR 60 T CORR Temperature corrected result from QC sample T Temperature at which the sam
38. 90 140 165 Diluter Start sensor check e Go to tab MAINTENANCE gt CHECK SENSOR Select DILUTER START SENSOR box Diluter start sensor 400 700 Measure sensor check e Go to tab MAINTENANCE gt CHECK SENSOR Select CHECK MEASURE SENSOR box Measure sensor MS 40 50 60 Temperature sensor check e Go to tab MAINTENANCE gt CHECK SENSOR Select CHECK TEMPERATURE SENSOR box Temperature sensor TS Room temperature Diluent flow sensor check e Go to tab MAINTENANCE gt CHECK SENSOR Select CHECK DILUENT FLOW SENSOR box Press test When test is finished signal Down and signal Up must be green Separator check e Go to tab MAINTENANCE gt CHECK SENSOR Select CHECK SEPARATOR SENSOR box Separator sensor 200 600 gt 700 6 Exchange Waste cassette assembly Be careful as there may be blood in the cassette First make up some disinfectant and put this in the liquid separator Press PRIME DISINFECTANT to pump disinfectant through the pump cassette Page 350 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact Clean Waste Cassette The waste system must be cleaned before replacing the waste pump cassette container The liquid separator is now visible 2 Liftthe stainless steel vacuum tube with use of the lever 3 Pull the liquid separator towards the front of the Compact Note The separator has two sensor connectors at the rear 4 Remove
39. Auto Compact Pull both tube connectors out of the blue filter Place new blue filter Reconnect the tube connectors on the filter 9 Replace diluter syringe tip Replace diluter tip 1 2 3 A mom Take the syringe from the diluter assembly Pull the plunger out of the syringe Cut the Teflon tip of the plunger with a sharp knife Be careful not to damage the metal plunger Replace the O ring and then the tip Replace the old tip for the new tip assembly From repair set QWLV030902 Moisten the tip with water to ease the tip back into the glass syringe barrel Install the syringe back on to the attachment Clean dilution system 1 2 Perform PRIME DILUENT Repeat above step until there are no air bubbles in the whole diluent system anymore Check dilution settings p cos Go to tab SETTINGS GENERAL SETTINGS and select DisPLAY DILUTION OFF Run 10 samples through the instrument and make a note of the dilution rate Calculate the mean of the 10 samples Make dilution adjustment if necessary in SETTINGS DILUTER SETTINGS Go to tab SETTINGS GENERAL SETTINGS and select DISPLAY DILUTION ON StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 353 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact mechatronics mechatronics Work instruction Number 223 Page 1 of 1 Purpose Tube sensor detection and barcode reader settings Safety None Bio Hazard area Revision 00
40. CLEAN gt PRIME DE IONIZED WATER the vacuum pump should operate and liquid flows through the thin tube connected to the side of the fill nozzle cap After each sample aspiration the fill nozzle aspiration tube is washed automatically with de ionized water If there is no liquid flow and no reagent alarm 1 Unscrew the cap of the deionized water container to check 2 One of the de ionized water lines may be blocked or kinked 3 For older models Check pick up tube in de ionized water container it may have become disconnected from the nozzle in the lid 15 6 2 Disinfectant To disinfect the Compact waste Select from MAINTENANCE gt PRIME CLEAN gt PRIME DISINFECTANT the vacuum pump should operate and liquid must be seen flowing through the thin tube connected to the side of the wash station After each wash cycle approximately 0 5 ml of disinfectant will be flushed through the wash station If no disinfectant flows 1 Unscrew the cap of the disinfectant container to check 2 One of the disinfectant lines may be blocked or kinked StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 157 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Trouble shooting 15 7 Needle system As soon as the barcode is accepted or the ID number keyed in manually the sample will be processed 15 7 1 Needle not in top position EA E4 is the error code and the text in the status line Sample probe not in top position home Piercing needl
41. Check the serial port settings Baudrate etc e Check protocol settings e Check Host Computer settings 15 23 Barcode reader test To test the barcode reader 1 Select SERVICE RACK UNIT POSITION MOTOR 2 Insert a sample rack with a sample tube in the grabber on the first position 3 Press IN POSITION and put the rack inside the grabber 4 Press MIX POSITION rack is now held in the grabber 5 Press TUBE POSITION TUBE 1 mixer is now moving to the position 1 6 Press READ BARCODE the barcode information is shown above the key 7 Check if the information is the same as on the barcode label If barcode reader errors are persisting call for service It could also be possible that the barcode label is created in a not readable code See technical specifications 15 24 Tube sensor detection test To test the tube sensor detection Select SERVICE RACK UNIT POSITION MOTOR Switch on CHECK TUBE DETECTION SENSOR Fill a sample rack with a some sample tubes with positions 1 3 5 filled Press IN POSITION and put the rack inside the grabber Press MIX POSITION rack is now held in the grabber Press TUBE PosiTION TUBE 1 mixer is now moving to the 1 position The sensor indicator must light up Tube detected is shown next to the green block 7 Press TUBE POSITION TUBE 2 the sensor indicator must not light up No tube is shown next to the grey block 8 Repeat this for all applicable tube positio
42. If the flow is not in range there might be a blockage in the vacuum flow line to the flow sensor Fill Stop sensor check e Go to tab MAINTENANCE gt CHECK SENSOR Select CHECK FILL STOP SENSOR box Fill stop sensor FS 90 140 165 Diluter Start sensor check e Go to tab MAINTENANCE gt CHECK SENSOR Select DILUTER START SENSOR box Diluter start sensor 400 700 Measure sensor check e Go to tab MAINTENANCE gt CHECK SENSOR Select CHECK MEASURE SENSOR box Measure sensor MS 40 50 60 Page 138 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Maintenance Temperature sensor check e Go to tab MAINTENANCE gt CHECK SENSOR Select CHECK TEMPERATURE SENSOR box Temperature sensor TS Room temperature Diluent flow sensor check e Go to tab MAINTENANCE gt CHECK SENSOR Select CHECK DILUENT FLOW SENSOR box Press test When test is finished signal Down and signal Up must be green Separator check e Go to tab MAINTENANCE gt CHECK SENSOR Select CHECK SEPARATOR SENSOR box Separator sensor 200 600 gt 700 13 32 Cleaning liquid separator The separator is designed to separate liquid from the air and can handle a lot of blood rinse and other used reagents from the instrument After a period of time the separator is getting dirty and therefore it needs to be cleaned weekly Detailed instructions of this procedure can be found in the Work Instruction WI 196 Cleaning liquid separator on
43. ON The sample probe motor will stop when a certain current limit is exceeded and returns to the home position e Reset the SAMPLE PROBE PROTECTION switch from ON to OFF and ON again 6 TEMP CORRECTION e TEMP CORRECTION ON A temperature corrected value for the ESR is shown besides the actual measured value e TEMP CORRECTION OFF Only the actual measured ESR value is shown 7 FAST FILLING e FAST FILLING OFF Default setting The carousel is filled with optimum pipette usage but completion of a sample rack takes a little longer The rotation sequence of the carousel is evenly divided In 60 minute method the carousel moves one position every 40 seconds approx In 30 minute method the carousel moves one position every 20 seconds approx StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 81 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Auto Compact program e FAST FILLING ON The carousel is filled with optimum sample speed The sample tubes in the rack are faster available for the user but the carousel shows more unused pipettes 8 VIRTUAL KEYBOARD e VIRTUAL KEYBOARD ON If keyboard input is required a virtual keyboard automatically pops up on the screen e VIRTUAL KEYBOARD OFF No pop up screen of virtual keyboard 9 PRINT AFTER MEASUREMENT e This will print the measured result on a single line directly to a dot matrix printer If this option is switched ON it is also possible to print a new header at the top of the results When ot
44. Reserved spaces 55 text 125 Request workorder 1 text R Request Y ESR yes N ESR no 126 Space 1 text 127 Checksum 1 CS See section Checksum calculation 128 End of text 1 ETX Total 128 Text left aligned followed by spaces Lt PNG number digits 0 9 with leading spaces Non specified positions are filled with spaces StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Page 225 mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Request record from analyzer to LIMS Request capital R on position 125 STX Data R space CS ETX Workorder record from LIMS to analyzer ESR Yes capital Y on position 125 STX Data Y space CS ETX ESR No capital N on position 125 STX Data N space CS ETX MECHATRONICS result record 2 254 255 Data 253 characters Position Data field of Bytes Format Comment 1 Start of text 1 STX 2 Text distinction code 8 ESRRE Lett aligned followed by spaces 10 Instrument ID 20 text If applicable 30 Sample ID 40 text 70 Reserved spaces 15 text 85 Aspiration date 10 ddmmyyyy Text format E g 01012010 January 1 2010 Page 226 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact 95 Aspiration time 5 hh
45. StaRRsed Auto Compact 5 Sensor check Vacuum pressure check e Go to tab MAINTENANCE gt CHECK SENSOR Select CHECK FLOW SENSOR box Flow 0925 0980 1020 Abs 0300 360 0390 Offset 0045 0050 0055 If the flow is not in range there might be a blockage in the vacuum flow line to the flow sensor Fill Stop sensor check e Go to tab MAINTENANCE gt CHECK SENSOR Select CHECK FILL STOP SENSOR box Fillstop sensor FS 90 140 165 Diluter Start sensor check e Go to tab MAINTENANCE gt CHECK SENSOR Select DILUTER START SENSOR box Diluter start sensor 400 700 Measure sensor check e Go to tab MAINTENANCE gt CHECK SENSOR Select CHECK MEASURE SENSOR box Measure sensor MS 40 50 60 Temperature sensor check e Go to tab MAINTENANCE gt CHECK SENSOR Select CHECK TEMPERATURE SENSOR box Temperature sensor TS Room temperature Diluent flow sensor check e Go to tab MAINTENANCE gt CHECK SENSOR Select CHECK DILUENT FLOW SENSOR box Press test When test is finished signal Down and signal Up must be green Separator check e Go to tab MAINTENANCE gt CHECK SENSOR Select CHECK SEPARATOR SENSOR box Separator sensor lt 200 600 gt 700 6 Exchange Waste cassette assembly Be careful as there may be blood in the cassette First make up some disinfectant and put this in the liquid separator Press PRIME DISINFECTANT to pump disinfectant through the pump cassette Page 342 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6
46. The following values are shown on the screen Flow 0925 0980 1020 Abs 0300 360 0390 Offset 0045 0050 0055 If for example the yellow orifice is blocked the flow will be 0050 offset value Low value for the airflow may be caused by a dirty or blocked blue disc filter or orifices especially the yellow one Start the pipette wash sequence via MAINTENANCE tab PRIME CLEAN WASH ALL PIPETTES and observe the drying process pipettes must be free of water spots 15 5 1 Vacuum stabilisation problems The Compact checks the vacuum built up in a pipette just before Sampling A vacuum stabilisation error will occur if it takes too long to evacuate a pipette or vacuum level is not stable Vacuum stabilisation error may caused by 1 Leak in sample tube connecting T piece Y piece and fill nozzle e Replace the silicone sample tube 2 Fill block washer defective or not in place e Needs replacement fatal error Leaking washer in the fill nozzle replace fill nozzle washer e WI 203 Replace the fill nozzle O ring on page 319 4 Sample tube pinch valve next to fill nozzle not operating e Needs replacement fatal error 5 Wet or dirty blue air filter on flow sensor board replace blue air filter e WI 179 Replace blue air filter on page 312 6 Defective flow sensor board e Needs replacement fatal error 7 Outer needle valve is not functioning correctly and vacuum is leaking away check outer needle valve e StaRRsed Aut
47. a CSV file and imported in an MS Excel file for further analyses BATCH All used batches of StaRRsed Control are shown results are shown for chosen batch ID CLOSE Return to History Screen 6 3 5 5 QC abnormal results screen extended OC Statistics and Results After scrolling the general data from the QC results are shown StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 53 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 3 5 6 QC abnormal results graph OC Statistics and Results QC ABNORMAL Statistics amp Results Linked QC ID s QC results mm Display Cakulated mean mn Pani C Results table Expected ESR mm Statistics graph QCOE44AA2S A 2AA25 E a 7 Ex 07 01 2012 10 01 2012 13 01 2012 16 01 2012 19 01 2012 22 01 2012 25 01 2012 28 01 2012 31 01 2012 Date Calculated mean mm Standard deviation mm Coefficient of variation Number of QC results Display Statistics graph All QC results from the chosen StaRRsed Control batch are shown in a Levey Jennings chart Shown in the graph e QC results red values of measurements per date e Calculated mean yellow mean value of all QC results of the specific batch e Expected ESR green Assay mean value of chosen StaRRsed Control Shown as value e Calculated mean mean value of all QC results of the specific batch e Standard deviation the average devi
48. be made Example The average dilution rate is 92 enter 108 in order to correct to a 100 dilution rate StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 89 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Auto Compact program mechatronics 6 6 2 2 Dilution error detection 0 till 25 Dilution error detection 0 till 25 Dilution Error deviation report If a dilution error occurs during the aspiration sequence an audible alarm sounds and the deviation value will be shown on the screen When the measure unit has evaluated the sample the deviation value will be printed after the text EDTA Sending or not sending results with dilution errors to the output is optional see Limit error settings on page 91 Example Dilution error detection is set at 10 When the dilution error is outside the 10 range in the last column of the report EDTA 079 or EDTA 121 is printed which indicating this sample is 21 under or over diluted 6 6 2 3 Auto dilution adjust Auto dilution adjust The Automatic Dilution adjust is by default setting ON Feature to automatically make a correction to the dilution rate if set to ON This mode checks the dilution rate if the dilution rate tends to get too low or too high it automatically makes a correction to the manual dilution adjust setting In this way long term instability or long term changes will be corrected The system looks to the mean average of the 32 last dilutions to estimate the corrections on the syringe speed ca
49. brune EE E bU RES oe 2f 5 2 S O P for working with bio hazardous materials seseeeesseeees 28 5 2 1 Facts and ele De 28 5 2 2 Medical requirements eegenen eegenen 28 5 2 3 General laboratory practices ENEE 28 5 2 4 Specific laboratory practices and requirements 29 5 3 E C Declaration StaRRsed Auto Compact 30 5 4 Labels and stickers on containers enn 31 5 4 1 Stickers for the onboard reagents bottles eseesssssss 31 5 4 2 Stickers of the reagents containers ENNEN 32 6 AUTO COMPACT PROGRAM tuno nuno nana EE rkk Ru uu nS Ea nEKE cR kVA Ku p kn ME EES 33 6 1 SOLWAIO VOISIOL e eto ttetuk rn Reste deberet tmi eset mte ant rni rape poc rR TATUM PEL LR ERR MN Uri Gnds 34 ele E E 34 6 2 1 Ee rl e n 35 6 2 2 EH eege ee 35 6 2 3 Wash Station seca tereiacar snes etanecelacacnaisceotnmianutinsiceebieennsieie EE 36 6 2 4 E le em ee a ee ee ee ee 36 6 2 5 Pipette cerne re 36 6 2 6 icr QT 36 6 2 7 sample mode button iriure keiner t nian raa itur n tad o suba Rape rx iua ria REESEN 36 6 2 8 Version information Rr P 36 6 2 9 Manual input sample ID iecur rite e nbi ne men 37 6 2 10 Sample information EE 37 SPUMA EE ID eR nc 37 6 2 12 Sample screen with keyboard AAA 38 6 2 13 Pipette information E 39 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Pag
50. column bottom sedimentation 110mm height Graphic showing typical absorption values of a sample Page 122 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechetronics Reporting The sedimentation value is the distance in millimeters between the cells plasma level 87 596 absorption and the meniscus If there is no haze the absorption drops quickly to a value below the 75 level If the distance between the 87 5 and the 75 level is less then 3mm the report will state CLEAR If the distance between 87 5 and 75 level is more than 3mm then the report will state HAZY Depending on the length of the hazy area three classes of haziness are reported Length of Reported area class Hazy area area Hazy area gt 25mm 25mm o Hazy gt 25mm Hazy gt 25mm mm Hazy reports are shown when the change from the hazy level to the cell plasma separation level occurs not within a given distance The following code messages are reported in column 5 8 2 6 1 Analyser HAZY code messages This code appears in the sample data record at column 5 The following 4 codes are defined 0 Sample is clear 1 Sample is Hazy 10 2 Sample is Hazy 25 3 Sample is Hazy 25 Results with hazy aspect can be suppressed in the menu Limit error settings StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 123 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Operation 9 OPERATION 9
51. connection with the HOST server via TCP IP Check the temperature sensor setting Check and or clean the Temperature sensor Check result path setting Check if network or USB devices are used Check communication cable between Host and StaRRsed Auto Compact computer Check serial port settings baud rate etc Check protocol settings Check Host computer See E30 Check TCP IP settings Check network cable Check HOST settings No response from Host within See E30 E34 No response from host after sending Sample data record E35 No response from host after sending Sample flag record E36 No ACK NACK received after sending Sample result string E37 NACK received from host after sending Sample result string a certain time limit after 3 attempts No response from Host within a certain time limit after 3 attempts No response from Host within a certain time limit after 3 attempts Did not receive ACK from Host after sending Sample result string 3 times StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN See E30 See E30 See E30 Page 201 Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact E40 Position settings error Settings loaded from Eeprom Check settings before sampling E41 Timeout settings error Settings loaded from Eeprom Check settings before sampling E42 Mixermotor current settings error Settings loaded from Eeprom Check settings befo
52. does not get any response timeout 10 sec it will send the request string again After 3 attempts it will stop communication and generate an error Request string example Sample ID 123456789 Request string ESRSR 123456789 R 31 bytes Sample result e Checksum ON OFF user defined e 30 minute output ON OFF user defined The sample result will be output according to the standard Compact StaRRsed ESR string See String format for StaRRsed If the host computer receives the result string it should reply by sending an ACK or a NACK e f the StaRRsed Auto Compact receives an ACK it will start sending the next result e f the StaRRsed Auto Compact receives a NACK it will send the result string again After 3 attempts it will start sending the next result e f the StaRRsed Auto Compact does not get any response from the host timeout 10 sec it will send the result string again After 3 attempts it will stop communication and generate an error StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 237 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Appendix Protocol Opus bidirectional Bidirectional protocol definition of the sample request string from the StaRRsed Auto Compact to the Host computer Positions in the string 3 2 jsj4js e z e o to rr 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 26 26 27 20 29 30 a ESR Sample request string definition from StaRRsed Auto Com
53. errors may indicate the need for maintenance see ESR Error on page 120 e Number of samples This can be used to document variations in work load StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 47 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 3 5 QC Results screens In this section results and statistics from QC samples are shown in the section Linked QC ID s on page 56 links can be created between QC sample ID s and Lab ID s The results from StaRRsed Control level N and level A are separated on their own tabs Both tabs have the same layout and options Results can be displayed in table format or in graphical format When the StaRRsed Control sample ID is used results are only listed here When Lab ID barcode is used QC results are also listed in Patient results Note This part of the software can only be used in combination with StaRRsed Control as quality control material 6 3 5 1 QC Normal results table ma OC Statistics and Results j Display erar ET Results table E117 Uncorrected QC result is c O Statistics graph lji E117 Uncorrected QC result is c 30 0 2012 07 45 al TEZE SCH 5 27 014 2012 07 36 3 os oz 2012 S 5 2401 2012 07 36 3 03 02 2012 S 5 25 01 2012 i 03 02 2012 S 5 ESO 2010 03 02 2012 5 5 23 01 2012 07 35 3 03 02 2012 5 5 20 01 2012 07 36 al 03 02 2012 Suen RRE 18 01 2012 o7 35 8 o3 azj2ni2 Ste Si SQf
54. exceeded it is not possible to continue with this QC sample The sample is not measured but the failed attempt is logged in the table Expected ESR This is the temperature corrected mean value incorporated in the StaRRsed barcode and the accepted range of deviation The applicable values for the acceptable range depend on the user setting ESR 60 Uncorrected result from QC sample ESR 60 T CORR Temperature corrected result from QC sample T Temperature at which the sample was measured Error Warning Only special QC errors are mentioned here general ESR warnings errors are mentioned in the next column After these columns additional data is shown pipette number dilution rate ESR30 ESR time and Aspect Scroll to the right Results are always shown with and without Temperature correction independent of the setting TEMP CORRECTION ON or OFF The following options can be selected Page 52 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN 12 mechatronics Auto Compact program RELATED PATIENT RESULTS This screen is simular to the Display sample history screen The background colour of the patient history table is switched to light yellow to distinguish these QC related patient results from the standard patient history table Depending on the frequency of QC samples related patient results may span over multiple days and are listed per date EXPORT TO EXCEL CSV Results can be exported to
55. for StaRRsed Auto Compact Parameter RN Comment Text distinction code Lope o eS DEEG TL sample does not exist 1 sample exists Daeodeei 8 wnmmw Sampie Dro is Mustbe te same as inguin record Racked SSCS Tube postion 2 E Penn Je S o Patentnane Jl C RS Pareno 8 ow Dewmme fi wem 8 S Swwecmmem 40 we r Cg 0 ESR no T ESRyes awe Compact HAZY code messages The code appears in the sample data record at variable RBC This code appears in the sample data record at column 5 The following 4 codes are defined 0 Sample is clear Sample is Hazy 10 1 2 Sample is Hazy 25 3 Sample is Hazy 25 Results with hazy aspect can be suppressed in the menu Limit error settings Compact ERROR code messages This code appears in the sample data record at variable HGB The following 7 codes are defined 0 No errors 1 Nocells plasma found Error No contents could be detected in the pipette StaHRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 255 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact mechatronics ESR Probably gt 140 mm Error Extremely high ESR value Too many borders found Error More than three borders found possibly air bubbles See Section Trouble shooting Air bubbles on page 159 4 Column height lt nnn gt Warning Column height must be between
56. green light is shown if the sensor value is in range Press the button MEASURE The pipette currently at the measure position will be measured The results are displayed in graphical form p DERETRESRENSR MES Measure head start position correct EMI c 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200 Measure head start position wrong prantos gotanatagotanata 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200 NOTE Clean sensors first before executing this function NOTE When a test pipette is installed at the measuring position the result of the test pipette is displayed in the field ESR mm Note When the sensor is out of range and the light is red the sensor values on page 72 can be checked by turning on the service mode StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 71 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 5 2 1 Check sensors in service mode When there is a sensor alarm an alarm indicator is shown in the tab MAINTENANCE All functions to check the status of the sensors are grouped under button CHECK SENSORS on page 70 Page 72 SiaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 5 2 2 Fill stop sensor e Check Fill stop sensor Values must be within the following limits FS 90 140 165 NOTE Clean sensors first before executing this function 6 5 2 3 Temperature sensor e Check temperature sensor Value must be equal t
57. gripper motor is blocked Motor driver on rack board is faulty Gripper did not reach the MIX See E61 position Starting point OUT position Position motor did not reach e the home position or could not detect home sensor Check position gripper motor Home sensor Position gripper motor is faulty Position gripper motor is blocked Motor driver on rack board is faulty e Check position motor belt See E61 See E61 Check height of the tubes in the rack Gripper did not reach the IN catch position Starting point MIX position Gripper did not reach the MIX position Starting point FILL position Follow the instructions on the e screen Check gripper sensor Check rack adapter Gripper did not reach the FILL position Starting point MIX or FILL position StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechetronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact E68 Mixing motor current The mixer motor current Check mixer motor overshoot Check if the mixer exceeded the Maximum settings is blocked mixing current setting during Miser motor ieblocked mixing Mixer motor is faulty Mixer motor driver on rack board is faulty Check mixer motor belt E69 Position motor error Not Gripper did not reach the MIX on position MIX position Starting point IN position E70 Can t home mixer Rack Mixer motor send to home Check the position motor not on mix positi
58. level 4 included Reagent installation Error 19 added 6 64 July 2012 Reagents screen Reagent barcode reader H E van Dijk Limit error settings Limit error settings Sereen Air bubble trouble shooting Reporting Changed the value for Abs from Operation 340 to 300 Trouble shooting January 2012 annual update H E van Dijk StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 3 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Document history overview June 2011 Turn off It is not a problem if the H E van Dijk StaRRsed Auto Compact is on all the time However Getting started Check limit settings Update screen pictures February Main screen Explain Rack pictogram H E van Dijk SEH History screen July 2010 Appendix Add new the new H E van Dijk MECHATRONICS 01 and 02 l string sel ngs Language selection Make a new Settings screen for limit error Replaced History and Amendment record for Document history 6 50 July 2009 Reporting section Add new analyzer error number to H E van Dijk the list 7 is limit error June 2009 Update screens to Update screens to apply for this H E van Dijk apply for the software update in Auto Compact software update Program version 2 22 September Removed Removed the installation section H E van Dijk 2008 installation section from the manual and insert this in from manual Installation manual 6 20 February Combine Auto Combine Auto Compact manual H E van Dijk 2008 Compact and and InteRRliner V8 manua
59. mentioned above to remove the blood samples 3 Check mechanical connection potentiometers If the position error is not solved after all the mentioned actions the positioning device needs replacement This is a fatal error call distributor StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 165 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Trouble shooting 15 15 Separator error If it takes too long for the waste pump to empty the liquid separator the system generates a separator error Extensive foam build up in the liquid Check the separator assembly and connections for separator possible air leaks Waste tube between liquid separator and Replace the tube waste pump is blocked Waste tube between waste pump and Replace the tube waste container blocked Waste pump failure Exchange the waste pump cassette If the error returns call for service Electrical bridge between the waste level Clean liquid separator see WI 196 Cleaning liquid electrodes separator on page 315 Page 166 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Trouble shooting 15 16 Reagents Check the expire dates of the reagents regularly Do not use the reagents if expired Note If expired reagent has been used accidentally the results obtained with these reagents may only be used when the expire date was not exceeded more than 30 days DILUENT is sensitive for bacterial growth The solution should be disca
60. o rinse Bio hazard R RR RR mechatronics mechatronics mechatronics SIAD SED STARI2SED STARI2SED DISINFECTANT SALINE DE IONIZED WATER 500 mi 500 mi 500 mi Desinfectievloeistof Salineoplossing Demiwater Desinfektionsl sung Salinel sung Aqua dest D sinfectant Solution saline Eau desionis e Disinfettante Soluzione salino Acqua deionizzata Desinfectante Soluci n salino Agua desionizada Disinfectante Solu o saline gua desionizada E RR mechatronics mechatronics mechatronics FAUNE CaLUENT OE JONCEEO WATER DHINFECTANT Satneupiomeng Dernier Ceantechevinentit E eeh Verdurmungsi sung Aqua dest Denning Sch r naling D ugrt ampon Ex egnede D sch Sohana Long Dante W er At eege deni d Shin sabre Darra Agua Gerten Desadectacte ped Daag LS Daerkech eche STARI2SED CLEANING AGENT ce Art nr 100 ml asc fos x g imt x StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 31 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Standard Operating Procedures S O P 5 4 2 Stickers of the reagents containers STARRED QRR010931 OTT DILUENT 5L Dna Vense endure Dement rar tenre Oturerte I D 1234567890 EUR UIT g 201341 umana TA udi Met To Coren 7 ER A9 Tnm The htec je qaa fw cpu Det STAR SED sen QRRO10947 HH LEE RE LI DISINFECTANT 5L 2013 01 Wing ITA zapen ud e ta Lem 1 E A Zuang re ees ern Te Pen rm HTH CE ivo mam Ar gun Page 32 BIC QRR010934 TIBI M EISE RINSE SOLUTION 20L
61. results with hazy 0 D 3 D D 9 D ST Q o o 2 Use default assay range other options SERVICE gt RACK UNIT SETTINGS Mixing direction Conveyer motor Conveyer belt speed Position motor Mixer motor settings StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 189 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Set serial output comport Software f f Default Setting Factory Setting Client Settings Serial output comport Up ASRL INSTR l o ASRL INSTR Baud rate 9600 9600 Set protocol settings Select protocol Compact Compact unidirectional unidirectional Checksum 30 Minute Output on Ack Nack O SERVICE gt SERIAL OUTPUT SETTINGS StaRRsed Auto Compact settings Software Default Setting Factory Setting Client Settings StaRRsed Auto Compact connected to l o ASRL1 INSTR l o ASRL1 INSTR comport Printer port l o ASRL10 INSTR l o ASRL1 INSTR NEN Select barcode reader Opticon or Keyence Opticon or Keyence Search in example history 1 0 ff Page 190 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Appendix Compact system messages The Compact generates four types of messages e System messages e Test messages e System time out messages e Error messages During normal operation the following System messages may occur 1 Waiting tube e Ifa fille
62. sample rack The minimum mix value is set default for 8 mixing 2 NUMBERS OF TURNS SORT MIX e After the Mixing interval time a second mix is started the number of the second mix is set default for 1 mix Check both mixing settings with the Test button Observe the numbers in the numerical field MIXING MOTOR SETTINGS 1 MIXING DIRECTION e Default setting is left 2 MIXING SPEED default setting 9096 3 HOLDLEVEL default setting 3096 4 HOMING SPEED default 2096 After setting use Save settings to save the new settings If Save settings is not pressed the old settings will be used StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 97 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 7 1 1 1 Explain mixer The following settings need to be set MIXING SETTINGS 1 NUMBERS OF TURNS FOR LONG MIX e This is the first mix of anew sample rack The minimum mix value is set default for 8 mixing 2 NUMBERS OF TURNS SORT MIX e After the Mixing interval time a second mix is started the number of the second mix is set default for 1 mix Check both mixing settings with the Test button Observe the numbers in the numerical field MIXING MOTOR SETTINGS 1 MIXING DIRECTION e Default setting is left 2 MIXING SPEED default setting 9096 3 HOLDLEVEL default setting 3096 4 HOMING SPEED default 2096 After setting use Save settings to save the new settings If Save settings is not pressed the old settings will
63. the list of available files In the window Sample ID type the sample ID information and press Search Press Options for the following search options e Show today s results e Show today s results from a selected time frame of the day e Show results of a number of past days Default value is set for 7 days e Show results of a specific day e Show results of the range between the first selected date to the next selected date Select in the table a Sample ID and click the button DISPLAY FULL PATIENT RESULT on page 43 for more detailed information of the selected sample In the header of the table the names of the columns are shown Double click the header of any column to sort the table by this column in ascending order Page 42 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 3 2 1 Display patient results Sample History li Reagents Maintenance Settings Service i B Sample ID l T mm Display sample history Display rack history 102 20 Analyse resuits 30 40 ESR Statistics KK az n e 907 100 1102 IEXIZYXIIINTIXIIENJAIXIZIIANAUGITESI ANAL LURE ALENT LAY ED TIJ UAT EES ERR ESERT e 80 120 130 140 150 160 170 150 190 200 130 Aspect ESR 60min ESR 60 min Sample 10 code fw Een ae 30331302 les 53 150 z ESR time Temperature Me sis mo LOL Mas Poste 1707 131 01 2012 08 43 16 60 102 124 9 180 Error code 190 em e Send pat
64. the tab MAINTENANCE This screen is divided in 6 maintenance level sections For maintenance levels 1 to 4 the status is monitored and flagged if it is overdue Press the button Info to open the work instruction for a specific maintenance level When this maintenance is done press the button Done to log the completed work in the maintenance log file 6 5 6 Close Ll Start End nf day wash procedure or close program Make the selection End of day wash procedure or Close program End of day wash procedure will start to wash all pipettes needle fill nozzle and rinse nozzle wash station The function can be set up for automatic execution in the following screen Close program will only close down the program Page 78 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 5 7 End of day wash schedule settings End of day wash procedure All pipettes will be washed once needle fill nozzle and rinse nozzle wash station are primed A Shutdown settings Weekdays Select the time of the day in hours and minutes for automatic start of this function 6 5 8 End of day wash options End of day wash procedure All pipettes will be washed once needle fill nozzle and rinse nozzle wash station are primed Shutdown settings No Shutdown Immediately Single The following settings can be selected for the function e No End of day wash The functio
65. this lot of product The lab should establish its own acceptable ranges Whenever the Controls fail to perform consistently within the acceptable ranges patient results should be considered invalid Contact your StaRRsed instrument provider for assistance If results vary outside the specified assay ranges discard the tube and utilize a new tube If difficulties persist contact your supplier for further assistance and or instructions Page 128 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechetronics Quality control 10 2 3 Temperature correction The assayed values are based on an 60 minutes ESR with dilution and temperature correction Therefore the measured ESR value should be compared with the expected value using temperature correction The calculation of a 30 minute measurement to a 60 minute ESR result with temperature correction influences the QC result See chapter QC Results on page 131 for more information 10 2 4 Usage options StaRRsed Control can be used in two ways 1 With original StaRRsed barcode label The StaRRsed software maintains internal QC history and sends an error message when test results are out of range 2 With user barcode label The user can use his own ID labels hereafter called Lab ID Existing QC procedures and LIMS interface settings can be maintained without any changes The Lab ID is linked within the StaRRsed software to the original StaRRsed Control barcode An
66. to the right 1 Turn the holder to the right 2 The fill nozzle can now be removed 2 The holder can now be removed 3 Disconnect the silicon tube from the fill nozzle The use of a toothbrush and detergent is recommended 1 Carefully scrub the fill nozzle inner part 2 Useatissue to dry the fill nozzle Replace O ring Remove the O ring QWLV050004 Install new O ring QWLV050004 Page 338 SiaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact Assemble fill nozzle holder Assemble fill nozzle Push the plastic top part down against the spring pressure 1 1 Connect the silicon tube to the fill nozzle 2 Putthe fill nozzle into the holder Turn the plastic top part until you hear 3 Push the fill nozzle upwards and turn of feel a click the holder to the left 2 Turn the plastic top part clokwise for 1 5 turns 2 Clean Liquid Separator and exchange filters Removing 1 2 3 4 5 6 Cleaning 1 2 3 Open the left cover and remove the waste container The liquid separator is now visible Lift the stainless steel vacuum tube with use of the lever Pull the liquid separator towards the front of the Compact Note The separator has two sensor connectors at the rear Disconnect the silicon tube from the tube connection on the top section Remove bacterial HEPA filter Remove and disassemble the l
67. 1 Quick start up This section describes a quick start up procedure and a general description of what to do before starting a large batch of samples to run through the system 9 1 1 Check list Run these checks before processing a large batch of samples 1 Waste container should be empty Check the reagents levels in containers Switch ON procedure e Switch ON the Compact e Switch ON the PC and monitor e Wait until Windows is ready for use e Start the Compact software Prime the fluid system at start up Select the MAINTENANCE gt PRIME CLEAN to prime the system The prime all units function can be used or prime each individual liquid as described next Select and press the buttons in sequence If the system is not sufficiently primed press the respective button again 1 PRIME RINSE SOLUTION activates the Rinse pump RINSE SOLUTION must flow through the pipette 2 PRIME SALINE activates the SALINE pump Liquid must flush through the needle assembly 3 PRIME DILUENT activates the diluter prime cycle Diluter system must be filled with diluent and free of air bubbles e Diluter prime cycle is executed once In order to fully prime the system it will be necessary to perform this step several times One cycle is 5 strokes of the Diluter 4 PRIME DE IONIZED WATER activates the fill nozzle water valve DE IONIZED WATER must flow through the tube connected to the fill nozzle cap 5 PRIME DISINFECTANT acti
68. 1 December 2013 The tube detection sensor is positioned in a way that it detects light which is reflected from the plastic tube caps Some tube caps for example black or green caps may not reflect enough light to activate the tube sensor This can be solved by adjusting the light intensity of the tube detection sensor or to activate the switch ALWAYS READ BARCODE Adjust tube detection sensor Select SERVICE RACK UNIT POSITION MOTOR Switch ON the CHECK TUBE DETECTION SENSOR Insert a sample rack with a sample tube on position 1 in the grabber Press MIX POSITION rack is now held in the grabber Press TUBE POSITION 1 mixer is now moving to the 1 position A 1 2 3 4 Press IN POSITION and put the rack inside the grabber 5 6 7 Adjust the sensor with a screw driver until the sensor LED changes from orange to green and also a Tube detected is shown next to the green block on the software screen 8 Press MIX POSITION The sensor indicator on the software screen must not light up No tube is shown next to the grey block The sensor LED is still orange Page 354 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact B Activate ALWAYS READ BARCODE Dd qme em d Ser quoc 8 Select SERVICE RACK UNIT POSITION MOTOR Switch on ALWAYS READ BARCODE Insert a sample rack with a sample tube on position 1 in the gra
69. 3 1 Liquid levels Liquid containers and levels must be checked frequently If the small onboard bottles are used wash and keep the bottles clean to avoid bacterial growth The StaRRsed Auto Compact has liquid level sensors When the level sensor alarm appears replace reagent as soon as possible StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 125 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Operation 9 2 Checks during operation e Perform regularly visual checks for air bubbles in the sample pipettes see Air bubbles on page 159 e Check regularly the ESR statistics in the software for any increase in ESR errors haziness dilution errors or bubbles on top warnings see ESR Statistics screens on page 47 In case of a considerable number of pipettes with air bubbles e Perform the necessary maintenance or contact the service representative 9 3 Priming the fluid system Select MAINTENANCE gt PRIME CLEAN on page 67 and perform all prime sequences manually Check fluid flow through the applicable tubing repeat a step if fluid flow is not correct 1 PRIME RINSE SOLUTION activates the Rinse pump RINSE SOLUTION must flow through the pipette 2 PRIME SALINE activates the SALINE pump Liquid must flush through the needle assembly 3 PRIME DILUENT activates the diluter prime cycle Diluter system must be filled with diluent and free of air bubbles e Diluter prime cycle is executed once In order to fully prime the system
70. BOLTs eo ren itii obtenta opu et uu tum d tei M utu Mt M La IE be 63 6 4 1 Display reagent hiSIO V aisi tasti nbn bla bites esee riae 64 6 4 2 New reagent input TE 65 6 4 2 1 New reagent input cont ssssesesrsneeeseerenerrnnrssstrtnnrrnnnrssrerrnrrnnnneserennne 65 6 5 Maintenance ESTO gm 66 6 5 1 Prime Clean e Em 67 6 5 1 1 Prime Rinse solution utr rtt rtr sa tma ten Espace titii ede 67 NUN EE 67 p 5 1 3 Prime DIDI EE 68 6 5 1 4 Prime de ionized water ertet hr urbc a ERU rt LER Rx MER E 68 6 5 1 5 Prime EIER eet geegent eatis li dst iss 68 6 5 1 6 Prime all units ceto tte robotic REO he EPRbbPlE rhe ton detb ctu reu EE 68 6 5 1 7 Wash each pipette uinci Ert ipee eiiam id Epi rane d Ee esas d iplius afa 68 6 5 1 8 Wash only sample pipettes EEN 68 6 5 1 9 Wash all E 68 6 5 1 10 Fill and clean screen EE 69 6 5 1 11 End of day wash Drorcedure EEN 69 6 5 2 Check 4 0 rm P wu 70 6 5 2 1 Check sensors in service mode EEN 72 p522 lee 73 E E nl MEET 73 6 5 2 4 Diluter start PRI m 73 6 5 2 5 Diluent TOW SONSOM iussi nine Rx rti artt SERE a kart rix ERE eu Ri SG 73 6 5 2 6 Separator o C 73 p 52 7 LEI SENSOR enee 73 Page 8 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Contents 6 5 2 8 Measure Sensor Je ennee 74 6 5 3 Display error history EE 75 6 5 4 Display maintenance IS iccsseieicsasedsdcieriuiveas Biel leon rb 6 5 5 Maintenance IMO scio eso ixi
71. C Result analysis 57 132 QC Results 129 131 QC Results screens 40 48 131 QC Settings 56 57 80 93 131 132 QUALITY CONTROL 128 Quality control procedure 130 Page 361 Index Quality control trouble shooting 131 175 209 Quick start up 124 R Rack unit errors 169 Rack unit setting 95 96 Rack 36 Random air bubbles in pipette 161 Reagents 167 Reagents alarm 167 Reagents preparation 113 Reagents replacement 145 Reagents screen 33 35 63 Replace bacterial filters 141 Replacing the waste container 133 Report 30 Minute mode 119 Report 60 Minute mode 117 REPORTING 117 Reporting range 121 Result path 106 Result Printout 117 Rinse nozzle wash station alignment 162 Rinse pump failure 149 Rinse solution not primed through the system 148 Rinse solution QRR 010934 115 Rinse solution spilling over the instrument 149 Rinse pump tube replacement 140 RS232 serial output 147 S S O P for working with bio hazardous materials 28 Safety warning 24 Saline dripping in the sample tube adapter 150 Saline pump failure 150 Saline QRR 010933 115 Saline pump tube replacement 141 Sample information 37 Sample mode button 36 Sample probe fails to go down 158 Sample probe is not washed after aspiration 149 Sample screen 33 34 35 Sample screen with keyboard 38 SAMPLE VOLUME 14 Search in example
72. CS 01 bidirectional on page 225 MECHATRONICS 02 unidirectional on page 231 Sysmex SE 9000 on page 253 Sysmex SE 9000 unidirectional on page 257 Sysmex R 3500 on page 244 Sysmex R 3500 unidirectional on page 249 Sysmex R 3500 EPU on page 262 9 Compact bidirectional on page 235 10 Compact unidirectional String format for StaRRsed on page 212 11 StaRRsed IlI V14 on page 214 12 Vesmatic on page 223 13 Sedimatic 15 on page 221 14 Sedimatic 100 on page 217 15 Opus bidirectional on page 237 16 Advia 120 bidirectional 17 Advia 120 unidirectional 99 Sab e Se Ip ct The protocol can be set in tab SERVICE Serial output settings After selecting a protocol save the new settings by pressing the Save setting key 8 2 Result Printout The results of the ESR measurements are send to the printer The layout of the report depends on the selection of the 60 or 30 minute method 8 2 1 Report 60 Minute mode Colums 1 Patient number 2 Not corrected 30 minute ESR result only in use if 30 minute mode is active StaHRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 117 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Reporting 3 Not corrected 60 minute ESR result 60 minute ESR result in millimeters corrected for 18 C only in use if temperature correction is active Aspect clear hazy Manually entered code number Sedimentation pipette number number on the pipette belt Actual sedimentatio
73. Cleaning liquid separator procedure the bacterial Hepa filter QWLV040002 is replaced with a new one Exchange bacterial filter QWLV040001 on the waste bottle assembly StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 141 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Maintenance 13 4 4 Fill nozzle O ring replacement As the fill nozzle O ring QWLV050004 ages it looses its flexibility and air bubbles may occur in the Westergren pipettes the washer needs to be replaced Symptoms for a bad fill nozzle O ring After the aspiration the Westergren pipette has a zebra pattern air blood air blood nicely divided in the column Vacuum stabilisation errors may occur 13 4 5 Fill and clean procedure Note Each pipette on the pipette belt will be filled with cleaning agent after one hour the first pipette is washed and dried Fill and clean takes about 1 1 2 hours to complete Fill and clean with adapter Cleaning agent preparation Auto Compact Fill and clean This cycle takes about 90 minutes 1 Fill the clean adapter VERA1 19002 with hot de ionized water till the first mark in the adapter 180 ml 2 Add cleaning agent QRR 010905 till the second marker in the adapter 18 ml 3 Place the two caps on the adapter and mix well 4 Putthe adapter in the Input pool 5 Select MAINTENANCE PRIME CLEAN button FILL AND CLEAN Fill and clean Pipette data will be lost FD usefil amp Cleanadapter ON
74. Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact Assemble fill nozzle holder Assemble fill nozzle Push the plastic top part down against the spring pressure 1 1 Connect the silicon tube to the fill nozzle 2 Putthe fill nozzle into the holder Turn the plastic top part until you hear 3 Push the fill nozzle upwards and turn of feel a click the holder to the left 2 Turn the plastic top part clokwise for 1 5 turns 2 Clean Liquid Separator and exchange filters Removing 1 2 3 4 5 6 Cleaning 1 2 3 Open the left cover and remove the waste container The liquid separator is now visible Lift the stainless steel vacuum tube with use of the lever Pull the liquid separator towards the front of the Compact Note The separator has two sensor connectors at the rear Disconnect the silicon tube from the tube connection on the top section Remove bacterial HEPA filter Remove and disassemble the liquid separator Clean all parts with hot water and a brush Use some acid free vaseline on the screw thread of the glass jar Assemble the separator StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Page 347 Rm mechatronics Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact Replacing 1 Replace the top section A little silicon grease on the rim of separator will make the assembling and adjustment easier 2
75. E mechatronics 6 3 1 Display pipette data Auto Compact program INN TH III This table shows information of the samples in the carousel during the selected ESR process time After measuring the pipette the pipette data is transferred to the sample history files In the header of the table the names of the columns are shown Double click the header of any column to sort the table by this column in ascending order StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Page 41 R mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 3 2 Display Sample history C m Sample History Settings m Service Gum IH i Select date to show results 30 01 2012 27 01 2012 26 01 2012 25 01 2012 31 01 2012 08 44 04 31 01 2012 08 23 07 31 01 2012 08 23 36 31 01 2012 08 24 05 31 01 2012 08 41 38 31 01 2012 08 24 53 31 01 2012 08 25 41 31 01 2012 31 01 2012 08 28 54 31 01 2012 08 29 42 31 01 2012 08 30 27 31 01 2012 06 31 16 i 31 01 2012 10 29 24 31 01 2012 09 47 53 31 01 2012 03 52 44 31 01 2012 08 38 43 31 01 2012 10 26 12 31 01 2012 09 36 28 31 01 2012 13 18 26 60 LN EW 60 Teo 60 Le 60 60 60 sum 60 60 166 E et e 0 60 E 60 160 60 In the window Select date to show results double click on the file name to select the results of the selected date Press Refresh to refresh
76. ERROR The dilution error detection is a user setting and can be changed in SETTINGS dilution error detection to 0 25 96 In this example the dilution error detection is set to 10 and limit errors set to YES By selecting Dilution gt 110 all the samples with a dilution rate gt 110 are displayed in the table By selecting Dilution lt 90 all the samples with a dilution rate lt 90 are displayed in the table In the header of the table the names of the columns are shown Double click the header of any column to sort the table by this column in ascending order 6 3 8 History aspect Analyse results O2 Gec 06 10 47 03 amp L 1 WAzv i0 eum 29Dec 08 13 29 23 4 z2 HAZY lt 10 mm 1011451 18 23 03 Dec 08 15 21 42_ 23 2 12910202 160ecOS142755 z6 23 2 Dec08 11 15 58 is z2 Wazelo emm 5 5 I I I Eora 0560 902 05DecO81632 8 ss L mazv io mm 1 Page 58 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm 7 mechetronics Auto Compact program ASPECT By selecting one of the three Hazy aspect codes all the samples with this aspect code are displayed in the table also in case of an error In the header of the table the names of the columns are shown Double click the header of any column to sort the table by this column in ascending order 6 3 9 Histo
77. INGS before you continue The selection box for the language is marked with a symbol depicting a globe Select the language for the software and the Instructions For Use by clicking on the appropriate language name Note To switch to the selected language the first time close and restart the software Page 80 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Auto Compact program The following selections can be switched ON or OFF 1 30 MIN METHOD e 30MIN METHOD ON ESR s are measured after 30 minutes e 30MIN METHOD OFF ESR s are measured after 60 minutes 2 DISPLAY DILUTION e DISPLAY DILUTION ON The dilution rates of all samples are shown in the status line on the screen directly after aspiration e DISPLAY DILUTION OFF Dilution rates are only shown if they are outside the selected accepted range 3 EDTAMODE e EDTAMODE ON Samples are presented in EDTA sample tubes The samples are diluted in the StaRRsed Auto Compact e EDTAMODE OFF Samples are presented in pre diluted CITRATE sample tubes Dilution on the StaRRsed Auto Compact is switched OFF 4 DISPLAY GRAPH e DISPLAY GRAPH ON A graphical presentation from the measured sample data is shown on the Main screen e DISPLAY GRAPH OFF Default setting no graph is shown 5 SAMPLE PROBE PROTECTION e SAMPLE PROBE PROTECTION OFF The sample probe motor will push the sample probe inner needle down to the set depth e SAMPLE PROBE PROTECTION
78. ITION e CHANGE RINSE POSITION e Enter the right value of the pipette number at the rinse station e Close pop up menu 2 Select SETRINSE POSITION e CHANGE RINSE POSITION e Press LEARN CAROUSEL POSITION Page 164 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Trouble shooting e Close pop up menu Change rire position E18 Carousel position error Check Rinse Dt Check if the position error is solved Select GO TO RINSE POSITION enter a higher value than the actual rinse position and the carousel should move without position error If position error is solved 1 Select the Service mode Icon to leave service mode 2 If samples or liquid is present in any pipette go to tab MAINTENANCE PRIME CLEAN WASH ALL PIPETTES which removes the liquid from the pipettes All sample information will be lost If there is still a position error If the position is still not correct or if position errors occur frequently and the solutions above does not solve the problem the following procedure must be carried out 1 Select the Service mode Icon to leave service mode 2 a If liquid or samples are present in isolated pipettes use a combination of GO TO RINSE POSITION at the service tab and MAINTENANCE PRIME RINSE SOLUTION to remove the blood samples All sample information will be lost or b Go to tab SETTINGS and select DELETE PIPETTE DATA The carousel stops moving Use the sequence
79. If applicable replace the bacterial HEPA filter For Maintenance Level 4 Exchange bacterial HEPA filter QWLV040002 3 Re connect the silicon tube to the tube connector on the top section Lift left cover Lift stainless steel vacuum tube up Insert the liquid separator sliding it over the support shelf Push the liquid separator towards the rear with the sensor connectors in the holes 8 Release the stainless steel vacuum tube 9 Replace the waste container 10 Close left cover NO os On waste bottle If used Exchange bacterial filter QWLV040001 on the waste bottle assembly 3 Exchange Rinse and Saline tube assembly New rinse pump tube assembly New saline pump tube assembly ESRIO90902 ESRI090903 E ALINE LER LUE AER New tube replacement 1 Open left cover 2 Pull pump tube slightly downwards and at the same time towards the front of the unit to release the tube out of the pump plate holder 3 Remove the old tube from the peristaltic pump rotor 4 Disconnect the tubing at both ends of the tube connectors Page 348 SiaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact Connect new tubing to both ends of the connectors Place one end of the tube in the pump plate holder Pull the new tube over the peristaltic pump rotor Pull pump tube slightly downwards and at the same time towards the back of the StaRRsed Au
80. JWWWNWT II H HI Jt Weil 26 data characters Total length 28 characters Or Result string with Aspect pp JPPPPPPPPPP JWWWW J Jf JL TE TE J J JAAAAAAAAAAA cr If Or Result string with Error pp JPPPPPPPPPPT JEJE JE JCC ICICI IL IL I I JEEEEEEEEEEE cr If 37 data characters Total length 39 characters p renge ER E S R in mm 60 min WWWW StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 217 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Text left aligned followed by spaces ASCII 20 xx number made up of xx digits 0 9 ASCIII 30 39 with leading zeros Leading zeros and non specified positions are filled with spaces ASCII 20 Aspect messages Hazy 10 Hazy 10 Hazy 25 Hazy 25 Hazy 25 Hazy 25 Error messages 1 No cells plasma found Error 1 2 ESR Probably gt 140 mm Error 2 3 Too many borders found Error D SC Page 218 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Note If the Compact is switched to the 30 min method the output string has the same format The Compact automatic apply the conversion table to the 60 min method If temperature correction is switched on the ESR value will be the temperature corrected ESR value StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 219 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Appendix for
81. MRN 071 EN mechatronics Installation 4 INSTALLATION The instrument must be unpacked installed and checked by a trained engineer prior to first operation Detailed installation instructions are given in the StaRRsed Auto Compact Installation manual Page 26 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Standard Operating Procedures S O P 5 STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES S O P In this section the following issues can be found Basics of Bio safety S O P for working with bio hazardous materials Safety warning StaRRsed Incident Report E C Declaration Labels and stickers on containers 5 1 Basics of Bio safety Basic rules on bio safety in a laboratory Wash hands after handling biological materials removing gloves or before leaving work area Don t eat drink etc in the work area Never mouth pipette Take extreme precautions when sharps must be used Dispose sharps carefully and properly Conduct procedures likely to create splashes sprays or aerosols within a biological safety cabinet that is certified annually Decontaminate work surfaces at least daily Decontaminate waste materials before disposal Wear a BUTTONED lab coat to protect street clothes Wear gloves when hands may contact potentially infectious materials contaminated surfaces or equipment Wear eye face protection if splashes or sprays are anticipated during work outside a biological safety
82. N R mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Appendix Serial cable to LAB comms For the serial connection from the laptop to the InteRRliner use a one to one standard 9 pin D connector serial cable This serial cable can be bought in any computer shop The pin lay out for a one to one connection is as follows Connector layout DB9 At the female connector the pin layout is 1 DCD Input Input Data Carrier Detect Raised by DCE when modem synchronized EZ SD TXD Transmit Data a k a TxD Tx Sending data to DTE ut 3 RD RXD Input Receive Data a k a RxD Rx Arriving data from DCE Outp Data Terminal Ready Raised by DTE when powered on In auto ERR s aso en 6 Dep Input Data Set Ready Raised by DCE to indicate ready 7 RS RTS Outp Request To Send Raised by DTE when it wishes to send ut Expects CTS from DCE 8 CS CTS Clear To Send Raised by DCE in response to RTS from DTE Ring Indicator Set when incoming ring detected used for auto answer application DTE raised DTR to answer Female side Male side Pin no Pin no 2 2 Page 292 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN R mechetronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact StaHRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 293 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Appendix Set up Digital board Type BZA 02 043 jumpers and digit b
83. N mechetronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact SE9000 Sample data flag record format 131 bytes Sey a Text distinction code 1 Text distinction code II Sample distinction code 1 EEN Tuve postion no Je 05 Tube postoninrack 5 oma enner i Compact HAZY code messages The code appears in the sample data record at variable RBC This code appears in the sample data record at column 5 The following 4 codes are defined 0 Sample is clear StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 259 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact 1 Sample is Hazy 10 2 Sample is Hazy 25 3 Sample is Hazy 25 Results with hazy aspect can be suppressed in the menu Limit error settings Compact ERROR code messages This code appears in the sample data record at variable HGB The following 7 codes are defined O No errors 1 Nocells plasma found Error No contents could be detected in the pipette ESR Probably 140 mm Error Extremely high ESR value Too many borders found Error More than three borders found possibly air bubbles See Section Trouble shooting Air bubbles on page 159 4 Column height nnn Warning Column height must be between 180 and 210mm nnn the actual column height 5 Measure error Warning The down count is not equal to the up count from the measure head 6
84. O 2 ew wo o The following information is shown e Sample ID The sample identification barcode of the sample tube e Dilution The dilution rate of this sample as calculated during the aspiration process e Time filled The date and time when the sample was aspirated e TIMETOGO The number of minutes to wait until the sample will be measured The indicators at the right side show the current status of the selected pipette Pipette filled OK A sample has been aspirated into the pipette without problems e Pipette dirty The sample has been measured and the pipette is marked to be washed when it reaches the rinse station This indicator is also on when a sample could not be aspirated properly e Pipette leak Reserved for future use StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 39 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Auto Compact program 6 3 History screen C Sample lf j History fr Reagents ee Maintenance Select date to show results 30 01 2012 27 01 2012 26 01 2012 25 01 2012 31 01 2012 08 44 04 31 01 2012 08 23 07 31 01 2012 08 23 36 _ 31 01 2012 08 24 05 31 01 2012 08 41 38 31 01 2012 08 24 53 31 01 2012 08 25 41 31 01 2012 06 26 29 31 01 2012 06 27 18 31 01 2012 08 28 54 T 2 Um UE In n m Settings RR mechatronics m Service ja tas 160 ats EDTA EDTA EDTA EDTAM3 tr EDTA EDTA EDTAI30 EDTA
85. PPPPPPPPP Page 212 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN R mechetronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact E S R in mm calculated to 60 xxx WWW minutes ER temp Manually added code 32 T 2 Temperature in degree Default C EDTA message MMMMMMMMMM im Text left aligned followed by spaces ASCII 20 Xx number made up of xx digits 0 9 ASCIII 30 39 with leading zeros Leading zeros and non specified positions are filled with spaces ASCII 20 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 213 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Appendix String format for StaRRsed V14 ESR string format for StaRRsed 60 minutes format stx PPPPPPPPPP www WWW AAAAAAAAmm ppp TTT CC EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE MMMMMMMMMM cr 1f eot stx 80 data characters cr lf eot Checksum OFF 60 min 80 data characters etx cs eot Checksum ON 60 min Postion Deb Fama E S R in mm 60 min corrected for temp EN ERE st se Mme O om mm sw ss Ppetemmbe ze Lo a1 Seamenasonime LI EN EM LM in degree Default Ea CS 1 byte checksum 256 modulo 256 ASCII string sum ASCII string sum the ASCII sum of all preceding characters incl stx cr If and ext modulo 256 ASCII string sum the remainder of the ASCII string sum when divided by
86. RN 071 EN Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact RR mechatronics RR mechatronics Work instruction Number 163 Page 1 of 1 Purpose Change Saline pump tube Safety None Bio Hazard area Instrument Compact Revision 001 October 2012 New saline pump tube assembly ESRI090903 New tube replacement 1 2 o 1900 O0 Open left cover Ringe E ALINE I amp I 2 the tube out of the pump plate holder Auto Compact Page 302 Remove the old tube from the peristaltic pump rotor Disconnect the tubing at both ends of the tube connectors Connect new tubing to both ends of the connectors Place one end of the tube in the pump plate holder Pull the new tube over the peristaltic pump rotor Pull pump tube slightly downwards and at the same time towards the back of the StaRRsed Pull pump tube slightly downwards and at the same time towards the front of the unit to release StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN m mechetronics Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact mechatronics Work instruction Number 166 Page 1 of 2 Purpose Peristaltic waste pump cassette replacement Safety Bio Hazard area Instrument Compact Revision Draft October 2008 Clean Waste Cassette The waste system must be cleaned before replacing the waste pump cassette the waste container The liquid separator is now visibl
87. RRsed Auto Compact If the tube is not fitted correctly or is worn the following symptoms can occur Liquid flowing back into the container First glass tube on the pipette belt is not washed sufficiently Note The wider bore tube is for the rinse pump Page 140 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Maintenance 13 42 Saline pump tube replacement New saline pump tube assembly ESRI090903 RIN SOLU gt N ALINE ener KH MESA tere Y olio saine New tube replacement 1 Open left cover 2 Pull pump tube slightly downwards and at the same time towards the front of the unit to release the tube out of the pump plate holder Remove the old tube from the peristaltic pump rotor Disconnect the tubing at both ends of the tube connectors Connect new tubing to both ends of the connectors Place one end of the tube in the pump plate holder Pull the new tube over the peristaltic pump rotor Pull pump tube slightly downwards and at the same time towards the back of the StaRRsed Auto Compact o 400 PG If the tube is not fitted correctly or is worn the following symptoms can occur e Liquid flowing back into the container e Sample needle is not washed sufficiently Note The narrower bore tube is for the saline pump 13 4 3 Replace bacterial filters Detailed instructions of this procedure can be found in WI 196 Cleaning liquid separator on page 315 As part of the
88. Reese waco Souter Soong Souter de ege Soo de Wwrado Rondo rese aean 1234567890 mum nd 201301 HIH HI fiz ee P De Comes 1 Um An Zeen KA ramsan fw anae Demiwater Aqua dest Mechatronca viruverms DN R De Coraes 12 1089 AN Zwang Tha E e er Te 350029201129 mechatronics i5 5558s ow wc On rt STARR SED DE IONIZED WATER SL Eau desionis e Acqua deionizzata Agua desionizada Agua desionizada Sa BH BS R mechatronics STARRED QRRO10933 E IE 1234567890 LI HOI 2013 01 Wig da f Ri Me De Cow V tia Ab Zenn Me crnesdeanii ree tug de e SiaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 AUTO COMPACT PROGRAM The StaRRsed Auto Compact is controlled via an external computer on which runs the StaRRsed Auto Compact software The software functions are grouped on six tabbed screens The software is controlled by mouse pointer or directly via the touch screen A virtual keyboard is automatically displayed on screen when numerical or alphanumerical input is required Normal operational screens are the SAMPLE and the HISTORY screen The REAGENTS screen is used to check the reagent levels and log reagent replacement To activate priming sequences and cleaning operations the screen MAINTENANCE is used The SETTINGS and SERVICE screens are protected by a password to prevent accidental change of sett
89. Select MAINTENANCE gt PRIME gt PRIME DILUENT vacuum pump is on and system must be filled with Diluent When the citrate is priming liquid should be seen flowing through the tube connection to the fill nozzle cap Occasionally when the diluter system is primed for the first time air locks occur in the tubing and the diluter will not self prime If this occurs disconnect the luer fitting at the syringe and connect a syringe filled with Diluent to the tubing and fill system manually Check pick up tube at the Diluent container it may be kinked One of the Diluent lines has become blocked or kinked Check all tubes are still connected Check if the 2 tubes ESRIO70508 are still connected with the tubes ESRIO70406 Check if the 2 tubes positioned correctly in the pinch valve uide DO I e StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 151 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Trouble shooting Fill nozzle cap Fill nozzle i i Fill vacuum valve Sample tube ESRI070406 NO Bubbles in these lines ae needle Diluter Water Disinfectant valve ZC i n Dilution tubing Page 152 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Trouble shooting 15 42 Diluter errors Dilution error If the display shows dilution errors it indicates that the current sample has not been diluted correctly e g 21 Diluent added to the sample After the sample measurement the dilutio
90. StaRRsed Auto Compact Appendix Sedmatic 15 string format Data 28 characters stx RO4PPPPPPPPO1ppO1WWWNWTI JETETETEJE Data consists Patient identification text Pipette number E S R in mm 60 min Checksum Checksum EXOR sum off all 28 data characters If checksum is equal to the ETX character the checksum is converted to DEL N StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN TX TX CK ACK EL Page 221 mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Text left aligned followed by spaces ASCII 20 xx number made up of xx digits 0 9 ASCIII 30 39 with leading zeros Note e Timeout for response ACK NACK from HOST is 20 seconds e If the Compact is switched to the 30 min method the output string has the same format The Compact automatic applies the conversion table to the 60 min method e f temperature correction is switched on the ESR value will be the temperature corrected ESR value e fthe result has an error the ESR value will be 4 space characters ASCII 20 Page 222 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechetronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Appendix String format Vesmatic CR SP XX SP SP AAAAAAAAAAAAA SP NNN SP cr 24 data characters Total length 25 characters 2 Data consists if 30 min method is switched to OFF 3 Pipette number 1 84 XX Patient identification te
91. StaRRsed Auto Compact 3 Not corrected 60 minute ESR result 60 minute ESR result in millimeters corrected for 18 only in use if temperature correction is active Aspect clear hazy Manually entered code number Sedimentation pipette number number on the pipette belt Actual sedimentation time in minutes 9 Temperature in degrees Centigrade 10 Error message if the Analyser detects an error 11 EDTA mode A puc m StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 183 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN RS mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact REPORT EXAMPLE Not to scale StaRRsed Date 20 05 14 Time 15 28 1 234 5 6789 NNNM M 905001 84 75 CLEAR 17 60 23 EDTA 905002 14 13 Hazy lt 10mm 18 60 23 EDTA 905003 22 21 Hazy lt 25mm 19 60 23 EDTA 905004 67 61 Hazy gt 25mm 20 60 23 EDTA 905005 CLEAR 3 21 60 23 EDTA 905006 5 5 CLEAR 22 60 23 EDTA 079 905007 24 60 23 Too many borders found 905008 25 60 23 L err 84 75 200 EDTA 905002 905003 905004 Sample results with hazy aspect 905005 Sample result with a manual aspect where the manual aspect is shown as a number 3 in column 6 of this data record sample 905006 In this sample the dilution rate has a dilution failure of 2196 and that is printed as EDTA 079 905007 Sample results with a text error This sample gives Too many borders found Result of a pipette possibly filled with air bubbles 905008 Sample result with a text error This s
92. StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Trouble shooting Barcode is not accepted Barcode cannot be read e Check barcode Data is incorrect QC sample is not accepted and StaRRsed Control ID is not e Check barcode not performed known in LIMS QC result is not visiblein QC A specific QC result cannot be Check Lab ID link History found in the list of results Deviating results Extra information HH Systematic QC errors with a shift in control values QC results are out of range Systematic QC errors with a trend in control values QC results out of the range or nearly out of the range Note on QC Errors The measured control values change abruptly up or downwards Do not compare 30 minute method with 60 minute method result The calculation method can give some deviation in the general QC results statistics The measured control values change gradually upwards or downwards Check clean instrument and perform a new QC sample If these errors persist perform maintenance step Compare only results from one batch If Lab ID is used check the linked StaRRsed Control ID Itis possible that a new batch is in use without changing to the new assayed mean value Irregular or insufficient maintenance can cause unnecessary QC errors and ESR errors warnings Error messages are only shown and stored in QC results and not send to LIMS QC result is given with the same g
93. USB cable comes from the touch screen The serial cable comes from the StaRRsed Auto Compact Power cable comes from the power supply When the printer is used connect the printer cable onto the 25 pink connector The host serial cable is connected to the connecter with the arrow Page 196 SiaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Re mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Appendix PC connections for StaRRsed Auto Compact Windows 7 At the back side of the computer the following connections must be made VGA monitor cable comes from the monitor When a printer is used connect the printer cable onto the 25 pin printer port connector Com 2 not used Power switch on keyboard assembly Power cable 12V to power adapter HDMI not used Compact serial cable comes from the Interface RS232 to IIC USB connection not used 9 USB connection for touch screen 10 USB connection not used 11 Ethernet connection ONOA PON gt StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 197 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Appendix Error list Auto Compact Last updated 01 09 2014 mechatronics DENN Extra explanation Reason Solution E2 Communication error Board s x Command x TWSR x E d E3 Measure motor timeout E4 Sample probe not in top position home E5 Duplicated ID E6 Program was not properly shut down Check settings be
94. USER MANUAL STARRSED AUTO COMPACT USER MANUAL Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN IE Ar Master Registration Number MRN 071 EN mechetronics Manufacturer Mechatronics Manufacturing B V Phone 31 0 229 29 11 29 Fax 31 0 229 24 15 34 E mail support mechatronics nl Internet http www mechatronics nl P O Box 225 Postal address 1620 AE Hoorn The Netherlands De Corantijn 13 Office address 1689 AN Zwaag The Netherlands Copyright Mechatronics BV All rights reserved Subject to changes without prior notice Issued by the After Sales Department of Mechatronics mechatronics Document history overview Document history overview MRN 071 EN Published date 16 October 2014 6 68 October 2014 Introduction e General safety instructions Safety e Explanation of documentation Schavemaker Technical Fill and clean instructions specifications modified History screen Result path Service screen TCP IP Data management Protocol R 3500 EPU added Appendix Error list revised and E21 E29 E32 added August 2014 Service Screen Temporary release Eus d November History Screen e Introduction of chapter Quality 2013 Settings Screen Control LN Quality Control Barcode reader tube detection rewritten Trouble shooting February History screen Addition print result header H 2019 Maintenance Hazy aspect not suppressed in SERIES screen case of limit error Maintenance Prime Clean text Error list Maintenance items up to
95. Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact mechatronics mechatronics Work instruction Number 199 Page 1 of 1 Purpose Maintenance level 1 Safety Bio Hazard area Instrument Compact Revision 001 January 2013 We recommend that this procedure is carried out by dealers service engineers The following items need to be replaced annually Waste pump motor ESRI090920 NOP ON gt The following items need to be checked and replaced if needed annually 1 Outer needle and sample probe 2 Pipette valves bodies and replace if necessary 84 pieces QTST040001 Check Waste pump cassette ESRIO90921 Blue Vacuum filter disc Part no QWLV040003 Fill block washer Part no ESRI030906 Waste container filter disc QWLV040001 only applicable if internal waste container is used Teflon tip of syringe on the Diluter assembly All tubing ESRIO79200 and additional tube set 1 Adjustment of fill nozzle and rinse nozzle Page 316 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Ro mechatronics Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact RR mechatronics Work instruction Number 201 Page 1 of 1 Purpose Disassembly and assembly of the fill nozzle Safety Bio Hazard area Instrument Compact Revision Draft February 2005 Instructions for disassembling and assembling the fill nozzle Note For the O ring replacing only take the to
96. X LL ue 3 rings rings StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 211 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Appendix String format for StaRRsed ESR string format for StaRRsed 60 minutes format stx PPPPPPPPPP www WWW AAAAAAAAmm ppp TTT CC EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE MMMMMMMMMM cr 1f eot stx 80 data characters cr lf eot Checksum OFF 60 min stx 80 data characters cr lf etx cs eot Checksum ON 60 min Data consists if 30 min output is switched to OFF Seen Descrifon foma S Patient identification text PPPPPPPPPP 18 20 E S R in mm 60 min corrected T WWW for temp n Temperature in degree Default wm C XX CS 1 byte checksum 256 modulo 256 ASCII string sum ASCII string sum the ASCII sum of all preceding characters incl stx cr If and ext modulo 256 ASCII string sum the remainder of the ASCII string sum when divided by 256 ESR string format for StaRRsed 30 minutes format stx PPPPPPPPPP hhh www WWW AAAAAAAAAmm ppp TTT CC EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE MMMMMMMMMM cr 1f eot stx 80 data characters cr lf eot Checksum OFF 30 min stx 80 data characters cr lf etx cs eot Checksum ON 30 min Data consists if 30 min output is switched to ON Poston Dein Format CS Patient identification text P
97. aRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact Vacuum pressure check e Go to tab MAINTENANCE gt CHECK SENSOR Select CHECK FLOW SENSOR box Flow 0925 0980 1020 Abs 0300 360 0390 Offset 0045 0050 0055 If the flow is not in range there might be a blockage in the vacuum flow line to the flow sensor Fill Stop sensor check e Go to tab MAINTENANCE gt CHECK SENSOR Select CHECK FILL STOP SENSOR box Fill stop sensor FS 90 140 165 Diluter Start sensor check e Go to tab MAINTENANCE gt CHECK SENSOR Select DILUTER START SENSOR box Diluter start sensor 400 700 Measure sensor check e Go to tab MAINTENANCE gt CHECK SENSOR Select CHECK MEASURE SENSOR box Measure sensor MS 40 50 60 Temperature sensor check e Go to tab MAINTENANCE gt CHECK SENSOR Select CHECK TEMPERATURE SENSOR box Temperature sensor TS Room temperature Diluent flow sensor check e Go to tab MAINTENANCE gt CHECK SENSOR Select CHECK DILUENT FLOW SENSOR box Press test When test is finished signal Down and signal Up must be green Separator check e Go to tab MAINTENANCE gt CHECK SENSOR Select CHECK SEPARATOR SENSOR box Separator sensor 200 600 gt 700 StaHRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 329 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact Rm mechatronics R mechatronics Work instruction Number 189 Page 1 of 1 Pur
98. ack unit ALL PUMPS OFF All active pumps will be switched OFF The waste pump is switched ON for one minute StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 107 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm 7 mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 7 4 2 Needle Control C y Sample pgm IK ke 18 A i 1 This function is only operational if the rack is in a fill position OUTER NEEDLE UP The Outer needle is send to the up home position OUTER NEEDLE DOWN The Outer needle is send to the down position SAMPLE PROBE UP The Sample probe is send to the up home position SAMPLE PROBE DOWN The Sample probe is send to the down position FILL NOZZLE UP The Fill nozzle is send to the pipette position FILL NOZZLE DOWN The Fill nozzle is send to the fill nozzle home position RINSE NOZZLE UP The Rinse nozzle is send up to the pipette RINSE NOZZLE DOWN The Rinse nozzle is send to the rinse nozzle home position Led status display e Led status check for the fill and rinse nozzle is displayed Page 108 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN R mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 7 4 3 Valve control Reagents s Maintenance Settings Service a 5 i i 6 7 4 4 Valves and Actuators VALVE OUTER NEEDLE Energizing the outer needle solenoid valve 2 SAMPLE CONTROL SOLENOID Sample control solenoid fill sequence energized The function of this solenoid is to build up a vacuum i
99. all these exceptions correctly these options may be set to YES In all other situations the options should be set to NO to avoid that results associated with exceeded limits are transmitted to LIMS and or printed 7 2 Liquid levels Liquid containers and levels must be checked frequently If the small onboard bottles are used wash and keep the bottles clean to avoid bacterial growth The StaRRsed Auto Compact has liquid level sensors When the level sensor alarm appears replace reagent as soon as possible 7 3 Reagents preparation 1 Reagents preparation e Use only the reagent containers which are supplied with the StaRRsed Auto Compact e To open the bulk reagent packages remove the perforated flap from the cardboard box pull the opening out of the box and fit the taps 2 Fill up the containers with the reagents 3 Replace the reagent containers 4 Replace screw caps with level sensors StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 113 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Getting started For AutoCompact LS If long level sensors are used Note Only use the reagent containers as the ones which come with the StaRRsed Auto Compact 1 2 3 If installed remove the bottle container connections Rm mechatronics Connect level sensor assemblies on the level sensor block Use the cable clips for guiding the electric cables Remove the container screw caps and pull the necks of the bottle packs out of the cardboard box
100. ample is given limit error L_err 84 75 200 This code appears in the sample data record at column 5 The following 4 codes are defined 0 Sample is clear 1 Sample is Hazy 10 2 Sample is Hazy 25 3 Sample is Hazy 25 Results with hazy aspect can be suppressed in the menu Limit error settings ESR ERROR and WARNING code messages Page 184 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN R mechetronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact This code appears in the sample data record at column 10 The following codes are defined O0 No errors 1 No cells plasma found Error No contents could be detected in the pipette ESR Probably gt 140 mm Error Extremely high ESR value Too many borders found Error More than three borders found possibly air bubbles See Section Trouble shooting Air bubbles on page 159 4 Column height lt nnn gt Warning Column height must be between 180 and 210mm lt nnn gt the actual column height 5 Measure error Warning The down count is not equal to the up count from the measure head 6 Bubbles on top Warning Air bubbles on top of the ESR See Section Trouble shooting Air bubbles on page 159 7 Limit error Error One of the following limits are out of the setting range e ESR Time e Column height e Dilution e Bubbles on top e Hazy aspect e Temperature StaRRsed Auto Compa
101. ance on page 338 Every 22500 samples Level 2 maintenance on page 144 WI 198 Level 2 maintenance on page 346 Every 45000 samples Level 1 maintenance on page 144 WI 199 Level 1 maintenance on page 316 Every 90000 samples Note Numbers are based on 5 days week with 350 samples per day WARNING Always be aware of the danger of infection especially during maintenance Take appropriate precautions There is blood involved and therefore a BIO HAZARD 13 1 Maintenance Schedule example See the Appendix Maintenance Schedule example 13 2 Daily The purpose of the daily maintenance is to keep the instrument clean and contamination as low as possible Clean all parts that are exposed to blood wipe the outer surface and the stainless steel plate below the pipette belt See WI Daily maintenance on page 324 Page 136 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Ro mechatronics Maintenance 13 2 1 Check or replace sample probe or outer needle A faulty or broken needle can cause a fill time out error or a dilution error Inspect sample needle condition each day clean if necessary If necessary replace the sample probe or outer needle Remove the top cover from the Rack unit IT TT Ri i TIERDITITEUTGTITETOUE EN e AN T 7 amp 1 Unfasten the screw which prevent the outer needle to drop out of the assembly 2 Undo the sample probe 3 Pull the outer needle complete with sample pr
102. andshaking for DB 9 connectors The simple null modem cable without handshaking shows incompatibilities with common software The main problem with this cable is that there is a possibility for the software to hang if it checks the modem signal lines in a proper way l e with this null modem cable good written programs will perform worse than badly written programs To overcome this problem and still be able to use a cheap null modem communication cable with only three lines in it a fake null modem cable layout has been defined The null modem cable with loop back handshaking resulted from this Page 290 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN R mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact DB 9 female ajeula 6 gd DC Connector connector2 Joie 2 RD RXD lt SD SD DTR gt CD DSR DTR gt CD DSR RS RTS gt CS CTS RS RTS gt CS CTS ECH lt SD TXD SG The main purpose of this null modem cable is to let well defined software think there is handshaking available with a null modem cable which has no provisions for it All specified RS232 signals are completely isolated from the computer earth and the mains supply Handshake Hardware handshake is not applied Change the data transmission parameters From the transmission parameters only the baud rate can be selected from 1200 up to 9600 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 291 Version 6 68 MRN 071 E
103. anguage is marked with a symbol depicting a globe Select the language for the software and the Instructions For Use by clicking on the appropriate language name Note To switch to the selected language the first time close and restart the software 6 6 1 1 Flow test potentiometer mean IA 95 954 ES E 9e ES 954 96A 964 954 1954 E ES Pipette flow test Before the confirmation of the function the warning PIPETTE DATA WILL BE LOST is displayed This test is a useful function for checking the pipette position adjustment vacuum adjustment and filling height sensor positioning adjustment Each individual pipette is tested and results are displayed in their own line of the diagram Page 84 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 6 1 2 Flow test flow 12 4 2010 10 97 51 Pipette flow test Before the confirmation of the function the warning lt PIPETTE DATA WILL BE LOST gt is displayed This test is a useful function for checking the pipette position adjustment vacuum adjustment and filling height sensor positioning adjustment Each individual pipette is tested and results are displayed in their own line of the diagram 6 6 1 3 Flow test absolute Pipette flow test Before the confirmation of the function the warning lt PIPETTE DATA WILL BE LOST gt is displayed This test is a useful
104. art of the rinse sequence the first pipette is not washed e Replace the rinse pump tube WI 162 rinse tube replacement on page 301 15 1 4 Liquid level sensor not sensing 1 Liquid in the container is not detected This occurs sometimes with the DE IONIZED WATER bottle and is caused by a very low conductivity 2 Add one or two drops of SALINE to the DE IONIZED WATER to increase the conductivity 15 1 5 Sample probe is not washed after aspiration 1 Check saline level in saline container e If the level is insufficient usually a message will be on the display and the alarm sounds 2 Check pick up tube in saline container e It may have become detached from the tube connector e Loosen the cap of the saline container in order to inspect 3 Check the saline peristaltic pump tube condition StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 149 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rs mechatronics Trouble shooting e It may be worn or leak See Level 4 maintenance e An incorrectly fitted saline peristaltic pump tube may cause the same problem e One of the tubes carrying saline maybe blocked or bended 15 1 6 Saline dripping in the sample tube adapter If Saline drips from the needle assembly check the following 1 Does the vacuum pump work e Check the vacuum pressure by using the option CHECK FLOW SENSOR Sample probe may be blocked Fill nozzle may be blocked Waste line may be blocked Outer needle may be blocked Pinch valve no
105. asurement ime 1 6 084626 Rackno LS 001234 Tube position no 2 05 Ja mode Jif 1 Sample ID number 20 Reserved Joj IP Messages 6 ESR 60 MINUTES 6 000123 HAZYCODE 5 om ERROR CODE 5 wo TEMPERATURE 5 wm SEDIMENTATION TIME 5 wg DILUTIONRATE 5 00101 ESR 30 MINUTES 5 sl Reseved Jof Aspiration date 8 Aspirationtime 6 Reserved 80 oo n a not applicable This code appears in the sample data record at column 5 The following 4 codes are defined Page 262 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics 0 Sample is clear 1 Sample is Hazy lt 10 2 Sample is Hazy lt 25 3 Sample is Hazy gt 25 Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Results with hazy aspect can be suppressed in the menu Limit error settings Compact ERROR code messages The following 7 codes are defined O0 No errors 1 No cells plasma found Error No contents could be detected in the pipette ESR Probably gt 140 mm Error Extremely high ESR value Too many borders found Error More than three borders found possibly air bubbles See Section Trouble shooting Air bubbles on page 159 4 Column height lt nnn gt Warning Column height must be between 180 and 210mm lt nnn gt the actual column height 5 Measure error Warning The down count is not equal to the up count from the measure head 6 Bubbles
106. at 131 bytes Parameter TAN Comment Textdistinetion code t YY Text distinction codel 1 BY Sample distinction code 1 f mm O fyer O Page 266 mechatronics StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Tube position no Tube position in rack 5 ID information Barcode from barcode label Sample ID number e ll Patient number Compact HAZY code messages The code appears in the sample data record at variable RBC This code appears in the sample data record at column 5 The following 4 codes are defined 0 Sample is clear Sample is Hazy 10 1 2 Sample is Hazy 25 3 Sample is Hazy 25 Results with hazy aspect can be suppressed in the menu Limit error settings Compact ERROR code messages This code appears in the sample data record at variable HGB The following 7 codes are defined O No errors 1 Nocells plasma found Error No contents could be detected in the pipette 2 ESR Probably 140 mm Error Extremely high ESR value StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Page 267 Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact 3 Too many borders found Error More than three borders found possibly air bubbles See Section Trouble shooting Air bubbles on page 159 4 Column height nnn Warning Column heigh
107. ation of all QC results compared with the expected ESR e Coefficient of variation ratio of the standard deviation to the expected ESR expressed in a percentage e Number of QC results This graph gives a first indication of the measuring stability of the StaRRsed Auto Compact Further analysis and identification of systematic errors have to be performed in the user s Quality Control System CLOSE Return to History Screen Page 54 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechetronics Auto Compact program 6 3 5 7 Display sample history QC This screen shows all patient results that have been measured after the selected QC result and up to the following QC result The results are presented in the layout of the DISPLAY SAMPLE HISTORY on page 42 screen Depending on the frequency of QC samples related patient results may span over multiple days and are listed per date All general ESR data and errors of QC samples are shown here StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 55 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 3 5 8 Linked QC ID s wah OC Statistics and Results Use this screen to link the StaRRsed Control sample ID with a Lab ID or to check which links are active 1 StaRRsed Control sample ID Enter the lot number or scan the barcode from the original StaRRsed Control tube label If the original label is already covered by the Lab ID label find
108. bacterial HEPA filter Fill waste separator with 100ml disinfectant or 100 ml water with 296 bleach Replace bacterial HEPA filter Lift left cover Lift stainless steel vacuum tube up Insert the liquid separator sliding it over the support shelf 10 Push the liquid separator towards the rear with the sensor connectors in the holes 11 Release the stainless steel vacuum tube 12 Replace the waste container 13 Close left cover 1 Open the left cover and remove the waste m DI po 5 o Exchange Waste Cassette and blotting washer 1 Disconnect the two tubes from the waste pump cassette 2 Press levers at three o clock and nine o clock positions and pull at the same time 3 Clean peristaltic pump motor shaft using a tissue soaked in alcohol 4 Remove the old blotting washer ESRI090026 around the motor shaft 5 Place the new blotting washer ESRIO90026 6 Insert new waste pump cassette ESRI090921 until it clicks into place 7 Remove the protection caps on from the tubes 8 Connect the two tubes to new waste pump cassette 7 Exchange Pinch valve tube StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 351 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact Replace the pinch valve tube ESRIO10246 1 2 3 e mechatronics Open the left cover Pull the tube out the pinch valve Disconnect the silicon tube from the bottom connector and the top connector Remove the tube
109. bber Press IN POSITION and put the rack inside the grabber Press MIX POSITION rack is now held in the grabber Press TUBE POSITION TUBE 1 mixer is now moving to the 1 position Press READ BARCODE the barcode is shown above the button even if the tube sensor detection is not detecting a tube Check if the information is the same as on the barcode label If also the barcode could not be detected the tube position is logged as empty In that case the barcode reader itself must be adjusted StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 355 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics 18 GLOSSARY OF TERMS B 18 1 1 1 1 Bidirectional communication means that there is two way communication from the StaRRsed Auto Compact to the HOST sample requests and results and from the HOST to the StaRRsed Auto Compact confirmation or denial of sample requests C 18 1 1 1 2 Citrate mode is used for pre diluted samples collected in tubes with sodium citrate anticoagulant diluent The samples are not diluted on the StaRRsed Auto Compact during aspiration The concentration of sodium citrate within the diluent solution in the tube should be 3 296 This is not to be confused with the required dilution rate of blood and diluent For example in a citrate tube with a total draw volume of 1 6 ml 2 5 volumes the amount of pre filled diluent must be 0 32 ml 1 volume If this information is not provided by the tube manufacturer it shou
110. be used Page 98 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 7 1 2 Conveyer motor C amp Sample j j History fE Reagents s Maintenance Settings Service em li 6 7 1 2 1 Explain conveyer Conveyer motor settings Set the Conveyer belt speed at 10096 Test conveyer motor MOVE RACK moves a rack in the Input pool to the catch pins CATCH RACK moves a rack to the gripper when the gripper is in the IN position RELEASE RACK moves a rack from the grabber release position into the END pool Switch Conveyer motor is switched OFF or ON for testing the conveyer motor Return to screen Conveyer motor on page 99 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 99 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 6 1 1 Position motor Select rack Select the required rack adapter what is used on the instrument The following rack types can be selected Sysmex Low profile High profile with multi tube holders Sysmex Low profile High profile with clips Coulter Coulter short Abbot long black Bayer advia Abbot Short white ABX open ABX closed See for rack example information Appendix Rack adapters Make your selection press SAVE SETTINGS Page 100 SiaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Auto Compact program Make your selection press SAVE SETTINGS Return to Positi
111. before sampling e Needle unit e Diluter module PC with touch screen LCD monitor e Windows based platform e Dedicated instrument software e Optional network connections e USB port Option e External bar code reader which can be connected on the USB port of the Compact Analyzer This bar code reader can be used for reagent handling and for ID input in sample history search AutoCompact LS special model This model uses large bulk containers for reagent supply instead of the 0 5 liter onboard containers This means longer operation time without reagent preparation and no cleaning time This model is delivered with longer level sensors and special reagents cover assembly StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 19 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Instrument description mechatronics 2 1 Technical specifications Technical specifications for the StaRRsed Auto Compact StaRRsed AutoCompact instrument models Model name Catalogue number Model StaRRsed AutoCompact VERA109000 StaRRsed AutoCompact VERA109010 LS ESR method Westergren method ESR method Temperature compensation method R W Manley J clin Path 1957 10 354 30 minute method R Rogers Medical Laboratory World 1994 Allowed blood specimen types e For EDTA mode Whole blood with lt 1 EDTA anticoagulant e For Citrate mode Whole blood 4 vols with sodium citrate anticoagulant diluent 1 vol Automatic dilution
112. blocked Check home top sensor Outer needle motor is faulty Outer needle motor driver on needle board is faulty Outer needle is blocked Page 199 Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact E18 Carousel position error Check Rinse position Value of potentiometer does not match the value stored in memory of the current rinse position Drive motor did not move or motor is blocked E19 Drive motor timeout E20 Outer needle motor position error piercing error Outer needle could not go down all the way Piercing position sensor was triggered E21 No USB IO device detected Check USB IO Device settings USB IO Device enabled but not detected mechatronics Check if the rinse position is right Set correct rinse position and do a Learn carousel positions Check mechanical connection potentiometers Check the home sensor Motor is faulty Motor driver on drive board is faulty Check tube 1 position setting Tube 1 not aligned well Check piercing position sensor Check power to USB IO Device Check USB cable USB IO Device driver not installed Check USB IO Device settings E22 Waste bottle full Empty waste bottle and clear e Check level sensor error E23 Fill sensor out of range Check clean this sensor critical level Continuing could result in filling errors E24 Diluter Start sensor out The Diluter Start sensor has of range Check clean this r
113. boratory and should not be stored with personal outer clothing to avoid transfer of contaminants Gloves are considered contaminated after ones wearing Avoid contamination of work surfaces with gloves Dispose of gloves into a biohazard container The use of eye protection is advised while processing samples Remove and properly dispose of gloves and wash hands before leaving the laboratory StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 29 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Re mechatronics Standard Operating Procedures S O P 5 3 E C Declaration StaRRsed Auto Compact n os Mechatronics Manufacturing B V mechatronics De Corantin 13 P O Box 225 1888 AN ZWAAG 1820 AE HOORN The Netherlands The Netherlands Telephone 31 0 229 291129 Fax 31 0 229 241534 Ema purchase mechatronics nt N ER E C DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY gc be VAT number NL 8048 22 979 BOT Cat number 38048153 nt Hoom Banker ABN AMRO Account number 336 19 985 Swifi sddress ABNANL2A IBAN NLO4 ABNA 0533 5199 85 Herewith we declare that the Automatic Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate Analyser StaRRsed Auto Compact is in conformity with the requirements of the following EC directives 98 79 EC IVD devices 2006 42 EC Machinery The following harmonized standards have been applied EN 12100 1 Safety of machinery Part 1 Basic terminology methodology EN 12100 2 Safety of machinery Part 2 Technica principles EN 61010 1 Safety requirements
114. c 1 Bubbles on top ESR Batch SEEN ji E117 Uncorrected QC resut is d tlt Bubbles on top ESR il E117 Uncorrected QC result is d Itt Bubbles on top ESR Show patient resuks After scrolling the general data from the QC results are shown 6 3 5 3 QC normal results graph a QC Statistics and Results QC NORMAL Statistics amp Results QC results mm Display Cakulated mean mm Mans C Results table Expected ESR mm statistics graph Batch QC9E43NSOS A i 9E42N505 35D 1 n D D ozjo1 2012 07 01 2012 10 01 2012 13 01 2012 16 01 2012 19 01 2012 22 01 2012 25 01 2012 28 01 2012 31 01 2012 e Date Calculated mean rmm Standard deviation mm Coefficient of variation Number of OC results Page 50 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN m r mechatronics Auto Compact program Display Statistics graph All QC results from the chosen StaRRsed Control batch are shown in a Levey Jennings chart Shown in the graph e QC results red values of measurements per date e Calculated mean yellow mean value of all QC results of the specific batch e Expected ESR green Assay mean value of chosen StaRRsed Control Shown as value e Calculated mean mean value of all QC results of the specific batch e Standard deviation the average deviation of all QC results compared with the expected ESR e Coefficient of variation ratio of the standard d
115. cabinet Transport materials outside of the laboratory using secondary containment and a cart Avoid public areas during transport Transfer materials to and from the MCG according to federal and international regulations Be familiar with written instructions for laboratory procedures and proper responses to emergencies Report spills exposures illnesses and injuries immediately StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 27 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Standard Operating Procedures S O P 5 2 S O P for working with bio hazardous materials Purpose To inform and educate all engineers that work with biohazards Effective Date July 27 2004 5 2 1 Facts and definitions Biological hazards are present in all human and animal tissues and body fluids The normal research activities carried out in a blood laboratory expose workers to human blood urine sweat semen saliva and muscle tissue For the purpose of assessing risk we assume that all volunteers to our clinical studies are not normal healthy individuals and take appropriate precautions We remain aware at all times that increased knowledge of disease transmission and occupational hazards may result in situations currently considered safe to be reclassified as having risk Universal Precautions describes a set of procedures for dealing with subjects based on the assumption that they are positive for blood borne pathogens Other precautions are nec
116. cient sample e No vacuum or a blocked needle or fill block 4 Diluter error Diluter not started e Can be seen in the sample mode display as EDTA 001 e Check in screen MAINTENANCE CHECK SENSORS the value of the diluter sensor e Check in screen MAINTENANCE CHECK SENSORS if vacuum is available e Check in screen MAINTENANCE CHECK SENSORS the value of flow sensor e Fatal error call distributor 5 Position error StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 193 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact e E18 is the error code for Carousel position error StaRRsed Auto Compact was not able to position the carousel There was a difference found in the pipette memory position table and the actual measured position of the position sensor 6 Upor Down sensor error Compact was not able to detect the position of the fill nozzle on the sensors e Up sensor failure the fill nozzle is not at the fill position e Down sensor failure the fill nozzle is not at the home position e Check for mechanical obstruction around the fill nozzle e Fatal error call distributor 7 Rinse head up error The Rinse head down sensor was not triggered during the movement time of the carousel e Check the gap between the top of the rinse nozzle and the bottom of the pipette Should be 1 5 to 2 mm e Check if the sensor is correct or re adjust the sensor e Fatal error call distributor 8 Measure head
117. corrupted files the program will automatically load and use the backup files 14 1 Power failure If a power failure occurs it is recommended that the StaRRsed Auto Compact is switched OFF by the power switch When the power returns the instrument can be switched ON After the standard start up process the StaRRsed Auto Compact will continue to process the remaining samples 14 2 RS232 serial output The StaRRsed Auto Compact PC is equipped with a serial port which can be connected to any laboratory host computer system or PC The data sent by the Auto Compact PC can also be sent to a host computer or PC for further processing 14 3 Specifications for the RS232 port The Serial RS232 settings need to be set in SERVICE SERIAL OUTPUT SETTINGS Baud rate can be set from 1200 to 19200 baud default setting is 2400 baud Transmission protocol is default setting 8 bit data 1 stop bit and no parity To change the baud rate go to SERIAL OUTPUT SETTINGS For more detail information on the Serial connection see the Appendix RS 232 hardware connections Compact on page 290 14 4 Folder Structure on PC Patient result files including measured raw data are stored on the D drive as default setting It is possible to change this location The underlying folder structure is created by the software and each result can be found in subfolders Year Month Day for example D 2014 01 03 01 2014 Each result is stored with the sample ID as do
118. cs Work instruction Number 188 Page 1 of 1 Purpose Replace diluter tip Safety None Bio Hazard area Instrument Compact Revision 001 August 2014 Replace diluter tip 1 2 3 AIO cia Take the syringe from the diluter assembly Pull the plunger out of the syringe Cut the Teflon tip of the plunger with a sharp knife Be careful not to damage the metal plunger Replace the O ring and then the tip Replace the old tip for the new tip assembly From repair set QWLV030902 Moisten the tip with water to ease the tip back into the glass syringe barrel Install the syringe back on to the attachment Clean dilution system 1 2 Perform PRIME DILUENT Repeat above step until there are no air bubbles in the whole diluent system anymore Check dilution settings oe o O a Go to tab SETTINGS gt GENERAL SETTINGS and select DISPLAY DILUTION OFF Run 10 samples through the instrument and make a note of the dilution rate Calculate the mean of the 10 samples Make dilution adjustment if necessary in SETTINGS gt DILUTER SETTINGS Go to tab SETTINGS gt GENERAL SETTINGS and select DISPLAY DILUTION ON StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 313 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact mechatronics mechatronics Work instruction Number 195 Page 1 of 1 Purpose Cleaning diluent system Safety Bio Hazard area Instrument StaRRsed Au
119. ct User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Page 185 mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Appendix 30 minutes reporting Columns Patient number Not corrected 30 minute ESR result only in use if 30 minute mode is active Not corrected 60 minute ESR result 60 minute ESR result in millimeters corrected for 18 only in use if temperature correction is active Aspect clear hazy Manually entered code number Sedimentation pipette number number on the pipette belt Actual sedimentation time in minutes 9 Temperature in degrees Centigrade 10 Error message if the Analyser detects an error 11 EDTA mode Pony gt ONO REPORT EXAMPLE Not to scale StaRRsed Date 20 05 14 Time 15 28 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 915001 42 84 75 CLEAR 17 30 23 EDTA This code appears in the sample data record at column 5 The following 4 codes are defined 0 Sample is clear Sample is Hazy 10 1 2 Sample is Hazy 25 3 Sample is Hazy 25 Results with hazy aspect can be suppressed in the menu Limit error settings ESR ERROR and WARNING code messages This code appears in the sample data record at column 10 The following codes are defined Page 186 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact O No errors 1 No cells plasma found Er
120. ct the tubing at both ends of the tube connectors Page 334 SiaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics ONO Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact Connect new tubing to both ends of the connectors Place one end of the tube in the pump plate holder Pull the new tube over the peristaltic pump rotor Pull pump tube slightly downwards and at the same time towards the back of the StaRRsed Auto Compact 4 Fill and clean Cleaning agent preparation Auto Compact Fill and clean This cycle takes about 90 minutes 1 Fill the clean adapter VERA119002 with hot de ionized water till the first mark in the adapter 180 ml Add cleaning agent QRR 010905 till the second marker in the adapter 18 ml Place the two caps on the adapter and mix well Put the adapter in the Input pool Select MAINTENANCE PRIME CLEAN button FILL AND CLEAN Fill and clean Pipette data will be lost FD usefil amp Cleanadeper ON Start Fill and clean procedure 1 2 The adapter will be transported to the needle position 3 4 When all the pipettes are filled the needle goes back to the home position and the Select button OK The needle goes down and the fill and clean process is started adapter is moved to the release position and will be transported into the End pool StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 335 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Wo
121. cument name QC results are stored on D QC NORMAL batchXXX and DAQCVABNORMADL batch YY Y StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 147 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Trouble shooting 15 TROUBLE SHOOTING Occasionally small faults may cause major problems This chapter may help to solve the most common faults and explain why a specific problem occurs A lot of the problems or errors are due to a lack of maintenance Remember that this instrument operates with a considerable amount of whole blood virtually undiluted stores it in a pipette for one hour and then cleans pipettes for re use Therefore it is important to keep to the maintenance schedules It is recommended that trained service personnel checks and applies service to the instrument at least once a year Errors which are not explained in this section can usually not be solved by the operator Refer to the Service manual for more information available only in English The error numbers are displayed in the PC software 15 1 Peristaltic pumps The Peristaltic pumps are located under the Waste bottle housing assembly flap 15 1 1 Rinse solution not primed through the system RIM SOLU gt N ALINE E AB MERV A EI 1 Check the rinse tube condition It may be worn or leaking or incorrectly fitted Check the pick up tube in the rinse container it may have become detached from the tube connector in the cap See WI 162 rinse tube replacement on pa
122. d Teflon tip of syringe on the Diluter assembly Joo bb The following items need to be checked and replaced if needed annually 1 Outer needle and sample probe 2 Pipette valves bodies and replace if necessary 84 pieces QTST040001 Page 144 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Maintenance Check 1 Adjustment of fill nozzle and rinse nozzle All these parts are included in the PM kit Periodical Maintenance Kit See Appendix Maintenance schedule 13 8 Reagents replacement The StaRRsed Auto Compact can be used with the small onboard reagent containers or with the genuine Mechatronics bulk reagent containers if long level sensors are available After each reagents change the fluid system must be primed 1 Select MAINTENANCE gt PRIME CLEAN on page 67 2 Perform the applicable prime step to fill the relevant tubes with reagent and remove air For AutoCompact LS To replace the bulk reagent containers Remove level sensors and spacers from the empty container Remove empty container Place new container Remove the container screw caps and pull the necks of the bottle packs out of the cardboard box Bomc 5 Install the level sensors and spacers according the following pictures Make sure to place the appropriate level sensors in the containers by matching the color codes on the tube and on the container StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 145 Vers
123. d pipette is at the measuring position before the elapsed time has finished and the operator is ready to fill the next pipette the Waiting tube message will be displayed e Tocontinue the sample loading sequence the operator must wait until the pipette at the measuring position has been measured 2 Printer failure e Check paper feed and quantity e Check printer cable connection e Printer must be on line e Check power is ON e Reagents level empty message e All reagent containers have level detectors the display shows an error that indicates which reagent container s is are empty e The expiry date of the reagent is exceeded or the container is opened longer than three months Prepare new reagent as described in section Reagents preparation 4 Waste bottle full message or No waste bottle message e The waste container also has a level detector If a waste error is shown on the display the StaRRsed Auto Compact will stop filling and cleaning pipettes until a new or empty container has been installed e Empty the waste container and press Clear error 5 Fatal separator error e The Separator container has a level detector If the Fatal Separator error message is indicated on the display the Compact will stop the rinse cycle until the separator is empty e The cause of this problem can be foam or the waste pump is not working The Compact will continue to measure and send the ESR results on time to the printer but th
124. dshaking for DB 25 connectors DE 25 temale apu ce aa RD RXD lt SD TXD lt RD RXD lt SD TXD a pem eugsgpc Gem DSReCDADT Trei mam CS CTS RS RTS RS RTS CS CTS Handshake The hardware handshake is applied The RTS request to send is made high by the StaRRsed The host computer then follows with a high for the CTS clear to send the StaRRsed will then send the available data If there is no reaction from the host computer following the high RTS within the time out period then the serial output will be lost The time out is a set period of approximately 500 milli seconds If the data transmission is interrupted for more than 500 milliseconds by the host computer then the StaRRsed will stop sending data This data is then lost to the host computer StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 287 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Appendix RS 232 DB9 pins female hardware back panel connector The 9 pins sub D female connector is for the serial output of the StaRRsed Auto Compact Connector SE DB9 At the female connector the pin layout is Data Carrier Detect Raised by DCE when modem synchronized SD TXD Transmit Data a k a TxD Tx Sending data to DTE ut ss RD RXD Receive Data a k a RxD Rx Arriving data from DCE Outp Data Terminal Ready Raised by DTE when powered on In auto ut answer m
125. e e L emt 42 84 75 200 means 42 mm in the 30 minute method and temperature correction 75 with a correct column height e L err 84 75 200 means 84 mm in the 60 minute method and temperature correction 75 with a correct column height 8 2 5 Reporting range The reporting range in the columns 2 3 and 4 are in millimeters The start of the measure range is at the top of the meniscus down to 140 mm If the detection of cells plasma is over 140 mm then the report will be 2140 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 121 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Reporting 8 2 6 Aspect Hazy The automatic reading of the Westergren sedimentation pipettes is carried out by moving an optical sensor along the pipettes While the sensor is moving a reading is made every 0 25 mm The sensor is reading the absorption of infra red light through the Westergren pipette filled with blood From these readings values at a number of absorption levels are determined All absorption figures are relative to the darkest and lightest reading darkest 100 and the lightest 0 96 absorption respectively By definition the levels are 87 5 Cells plasma separation 75 0 Hazy detection 50 0 Meniscus detection hazy gt 25mm hazy 10 25 mm 25 hazy 10mm _10 dear lt 3mm _3 celis j 100 clear hazy lt 10 mm dynamicaly determined measure 50 405 out off area 20 EU 100 150 200 250 pipet
126. e 2 Lift the stainless steel vacuum tube with use of the lever 3 Pull the liquid separator towards the front of the Compact Note The separator has two sensor connectors at the rear 4 Remove bacterial HEPA filter 5 Fill waste separator with 100ml disinfectant or 100 ml water with 296 bleach 6 Replace bacterial HEPA filter 7 Liftleft cover 8 Lift stainless steel vacuum tube up 9 Insert the liquid separator sliding it over the support shelf 10 Push the liquid separator towards the rear with the sensor connectors in the holes 11 Release the stainless steel vacuum tube 12 Replace the waste container 13 Close left cover 1 Open the left cover and remove Prime Saline 1 Select PRIME SALINE Repeat the prime saline until the liquid separator is empty StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Page 303 Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact Exchange Waste Cassette and blotting washer 1 Disconnect the two tubes from the waste pump cassette 2 Press levers at three o clock and nine o clock positions and pull at the same time 3 Clean peristaltic pump motor shaft using a tissue soaked in alcohol 4 Remove the old blotting washer ESRI090026 around the motor shaft 5 Place the new blotting washer ESRIO90026 6 Insert new waste pump cassette ESRI090921 until it clicks into place 7 Remove the protection caps on from the tubes 8 Connect th
127. e Cleaning liquid separator Version 2 Safety Bio Hazard area Instrument Compact Revision 002 March 2013 Removing 1 Open the left cover and remove the waste container The liquid separator is now visible 2 Lift the stainless steel vacuum tube with use of the lever 3 Pull the liquid separator towards the front of the Compact Note The separator has two sensor connectors at the rear 4 Disconnect the silicon tube from the tube connection on the top section 5 Remove bacterial HEPA filter 6 Remove and disassemble the liquid separator Cleaning 1 Clean all parts with hot water and a brush 2 Use some acid free vaseline on the screw thread of the glass jar 3 Assemble the separator Replacing 1 Replace the top section A little silicon grease on the rim of separator will make the assembling and adjustment easier 2 If applicable replace the bacterial HEPA filter For Maintenance Level 4 Exchange bacterial HEPA filter QWLV040002 Re connect the silicon tube to the tube connector on the top section Lift left cover Lift stainless steel vacuum tube up Insert the liquid separator sliding it over the support shelf Push the liquid separator towards the rear with the sensor connectors in the holes 8 Release the stainless steel vacuum tube 9 Replace the waste container 10 Close left cover NOR ra StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 315 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN
128. e 68 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 5 1 10 Fill and clean screen Fill amp Clean Automatic fill and clean function each individual pipette on pipette belt will be filled with cleaning solution During prolonged use of the instrument proteins are building up in the Westergren pipettes which need to be removed using a strong cleaning agent This cycle takes about 90 minutes The Fill amp Clean function is part of the monthly maintenance procedure A warning is shown on the display lt Pipette data will be lost gt Fill and clean Pipette data will be lost Qai Use Fill amp Clean adapter ON By toggling the switch ON the Fill and clean adapter is used By toggling the switch OFF the Fill and clean without adapter is used See chapter Maintenance Fill and clean procedure on page 142 for more information 6 5 1 11 End of day wash procedure e End of day wash All pipettes will be washed once and needle fill nozzle and rinse nozzle wash station are primed StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 69 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 5 2 Check sensors C Sample H History fr Reagents s Maintenance E E Settings m Service BB QE eh Dt stop sensor QE orte sene i Fil stop senso 22 GY chekonte start sense Check Diluent flow sensor kal us Ge zen IM m QUE heck Flew senso
129. e 7 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Contents 6 3 History SCHOEN E 40 6 3 1 Breuer MN RR REN 41 6 3 2 Display Sample his lol EE 42 6 3 2 1 Display patient results oii sicut ppt niae reae on Maki x Dax Ia Iac rita FEOk M RIA 43 6 3 3 Display E 45 6 3 3 1 Display rack SIdIUS ou mieten tenero F ergatteren rectc tx bate 46 6 3 4 ESR Statistics screens E 47 6 3 5 QC Results screens Ee eene 48 6 3 5 1 QC Normal results table ria rem orate roca et rn ren kar iuge 48 6 3 5 2 QC normal results screen extended kee 50 6 3 5 3 QC normal results grapli uuiu anis ert rni dea eth Hei xa uto III e Eta EXPE E RES GE 50 6 3 5 4 QC abnormal results table 51 6 3 5 5 QC abnormal results screen extended un 53 6 3 5 6 QC abnormal results graph ort rub iocti o ip bu ESA 54 6 3 5 7 Display sample history CIO uoi cest peris rg Sean 55 6 3 5 8 Linked QC e E 56 6 3 5 9 RI UDECUri om 57 6 3 6 History ANAIY SS RN peter biaintereccietcreiatanmierees 57 6 3 7 History analyse results high dilution kee 58 6 3 8 PUISIOLY ASN re e EEA E AE 58 6 3 9 History analyse error e 59 6 3 10 History analyse warning Se sicui neni na ducit ertt tux prb d caa e ur Pubs nn eet bed vndis 60 6 3 11 History sample analyse option 61 6 3 12 History sample analyse option day 61 6 3 13 cC cnc er e Em 62 6 3 14 Set end dale oce rea ee ricco puecbie E Dita pu vince REKE EEE NEA KERERE 62 6 4 Reagents SOF
130. e ID 37 Measure sensor e 74 Measure station 35 Medical requirements 28 Mixer module 169 171 Mixer motor 96 97 Monitoring measurement quality with StaRRsed Control 128 MRN 361 MSDS 361 N Needle Control 108 Needle not in top position 158 Needle system 158 New rack adapter 169 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Index New reagent input 65 New reagent input cont 65 O One air bubble about 5 mm under meniscus e 160 One air bubble rising in pipette 161 OPERATION 124 Outer needle depth 106 P PC Operation and User Interface 15 Peristaltic pumps 148 Piercing error 168 Pipette information 39 Pipette looks like zebra crossing 160 Pipette 36 Pipettes not dry after washing and drying 150 Position error 164 Position motor 96 100 101 102 Power failure 147 Power up sequence 125 Prime Clean 66 67 126 145 146 328 331 341 348 356 Prime all units 68 Prime de ionized water 68 Prime Diluent 68 Prime Disinfectant 68 Prime Rinse solution 67 Prime Saline 67 Priming the fluid system 126 Printer port 106 Protocols 104 117 Pump 107 Q QC abnormal results graph 54 QC abnormal results table 51 QC abnormal results screen extended 53 QC Error messages 131 QC normal results graph 50 QC Normal results table 48 QC normal results screen extended 50 Q
131. e caused by contamination and incidental environmental variations Abrupt changes can be caused by change of QC material batch or possible hardware errors If results are continuously out of range due to significant difference between calculated mean and control value but the statistics show precise results with small deviations it should be considered to expand the acceptable assay range with QC Settings on page 93 If results are incidentally out of range it is advised to perform a daily maintenance and or fill and clean step and then perform another QC sample step before releasing patient results If results are not send to the LIMS QC Results can be exported to MS Excel CSV files for further analysis in lab s own Quality Control data system Page 132 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN R mechatronics Waste disposal 11 WASTE DISPOSAL The waste container has a level sensor and as soon as the level sensor generates a waste error the waste container must be emptied The waste must be treated as potentially infectious biohazardous material and disposed of according to local regulations Preferably discard the complete waste container and replace it with a cleaned one Press ESC to clear the error Disclaimer Check your local environment rules about discharging the waste If the waste line is to be connected to a centralised waste collection system the following requirements must be met 1 Wa
132. e result will be send to LIMS with the Lab ID If the QC sample is used with the original StaRRsed Control sample ID the result will be send to LIMS with the StaRRsed Control sample ID Note When the MECHATRONICS 01 or MECHATRONICS 02 protocols are used the Sample code or Sample type flag is set accordingly to mark the QC samples e OFF Default setting Results will not be send to LIMS data is only available on the StaRRsed Auto Compact AUTOMATICALLY REMOVE LINKED QC ID AFTER RESULT e ON Default setting The link between StaRRsed Control Sample ID and Lab ID will be deleted after a useable result has been reported for this particular lab ID For each QC sample a new link must be created This link will stay active if there is no result or a general ESR error is generated This setting is useful when the lab issues a new and unique Lab ID for every QC sample e OFF The link will be available until its deleted manually This could be useful when using a general Lab ID for QC monitoring Only in case of a new batch of StaRRsed Control a new link has to be created When ready press SAVE SETTINGS before you continue Page 94 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 7 Service screen C vm Sample j j History b Maintenance Settings Service Maximum mixing current iso First stop current level G Final stop current level SIE mm i i Thi
133. e returns not at the home position after sampling a tube e Check the home sensor e Sample probe motor is faulty e Sample probe motor driver on needle board is faulty e Sample probe is blocked Fatal error call distributor E14 E14 is the error code and the text in the status line Outer needle motor position error home Outer needle did not reach the home sensor within a certain time limit e Check home top sensor e Outer needle tube motor is faulty e Outer needle motor driver on needle board is faulty e Motor is blocked e Outer needle is blocked e Fatal error call distributor 15 7 2 Sample probe fails to go down Under normal circumstances the sample probe goes down If sample probe fails to go down check the following e Sample probe depth wrong Check the correct sample depth SETTINGS GENERAL SETTINGS SAMPLE PROBE DEPTH e fthe sample probe has being set too deep it will touch the bottom of the sample tube The sample probe then pushes the sample tube slightly downwards and the aspiration cycle will be aborted e A broken outer needle may cause a similar fault e Check for mechanical obstructions e Electronic failure e Fatal error call distributor Page 158 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Trouble shooting e Mechanical failure e Fatal error call distributor See the Error list for other sample probe errors 15 8 Air bubbles A
134. e rinse and fill sequences are stopped until the error is solved StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 191 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN R mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact During the start up sequence all the positioning sensors are tested if incorrect the instrument will generate Test messages 1 Test fill nozzle unit e Checks position of the fill nozzle unit if incorrect the unit will be re positioned by the system 2 Test rinse unit e Checks position of the rinse unit if incorrect the unit will be re positioned by the system 3 Test measure unit e Checks position of the measure unit if incorrect the unit will be re positioned by the system 4 Test Needle unit e Checks position of the needle unit if incorrect the unit will be re positioned by the system 5 Test Diluter unit e Check the position of the syringe if incorrect the unit will be re positioned by the system 6 Test drive e Checks position of the drive unit if incorrect the unit will be re positioned by the system 7 Test Rack unit e Check the position of the Mixing motor if incorrect the unit will be re positioned by the system e Check the rack if incorrect the unit will be re positioned by the system During normal operation the following System time out errors may occur These are usually fatal errors Call distributor or your local supplier of the Compact 1 Drive unit e Compact was not able to position the pipet
135. e two tubes to new waste pump cassette Page 304 RS mechatronics SiaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechetronics Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact RQ mechatronics Work instruction Number 168 Page 1 of 1 Purpose Pipette handling valve Safety Bio Hazard area Instrument Compact Revision Version 1 October 2008 Remove of the top cover 1 Switch StaRRsed Auto Compact OFF 2 Remove the two rear screws of the top cover 3 Lift the top cover carefully from the instrument Pipette valve check or replacement 1 Hold the top pipette clamp and remove the valve body QTST040002 2 Clean or replace the valve body 3 Check the silicon tube position inside the pipette clamp it must be in the centre of the hole and equidistant from the sides 4 Re install pipette valve body Pipette installation 1 Hook pipette assembly on to the pipette belts aur v m Lug 2 Make sure that pipettes are correctly fitted on to the pipette belts i XX 3 Visually check if all pipette valves are at the same SJ height K xm G 4 Visually check the bottom of the pipette V shape ERR ring 5 Incorrect fitted pipettes may cause mechanical damage to the instrument 6 Check for leakage with Fill amp Clean ij Replace the top cover 1 Put the cover carefully over the instrument 2 Fasten the two rear screws of the top cover If present if needed
136. eached a critical level sensor n Continuing could result in filling errors The Measure sensor has reached a critical level E25 Measure sensor out of range Check clean this sensor TU Continuing could result in wrong ESR results E26 Diluent Flow sensor out The EDTA Flow sensor has of range Check clean this reached a critical level sensor Continuing could result in Page 200 The Fill sensor has reached a Check and or clean the Fill sensor e Check and or clean the Diluter Start sensor e Check and or clean the Measure sensor e Check and or clean the EDTA Flow sensor StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechetronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact tng eras NENNEN E27 Temperature sensor out of range Check Settings E29 Result path not found Switched to default D Check Result Path setting E30 No ACK NACK received from host after sending inquiry E31 NACK received from host after sending inquiry E32 LIMS Connection timeout Host not found The measured room temperature has reached a critical level Continuing could result in wrong ESR results Selected result path is not valid Software is using the default setting No response from Host within a certain time limit after sending an inquiry 3 times Did not receive ACK from Host after sending inquiry 3 times The Compact could not establish a
137. ed O No errors 1 Nocells plasma found Error No contents could be detected in the pipette 2 ESR Probably 140 mm Error Extremely high ESR value StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Page 251 Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact 3 Too many borders found Error More than three borders found possibly air bubbles See Section Trouble shooting Air bubbles on page 159 4 Column height nnn Warning Column height must be between 180 and 210mm nnn the actual column height 5 Measure error Warning The down count is not equal to the up count from the measure head 6 Bubbles on top Warning Air bubbles on top of the ESR See Section Trouble shooting Air bubbles on page 159 7 Limit error Error One of the following limits are out of the setting range e ESR Time e Column height e Dilution e Bubbles on top e Hazy aspect e Temperature Page 252 mechatronics StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Appendix Sysmex SE9000 protocol SE9000 Sample data record format 234 bytes This is a modified data record from SE9000 without instrument ID Sample data record format 234 bytes Parameter tot Comment NN 23 Day 23 Sample distinction code Rack no 1234 Rack number 1234 ID information 4 Barcode
138. endix Configuration barcode readers 196 Appendix Default settings StaRRsed Auto Compact 188 Appendix Error list Auto Compact 168 170 171 199 Appendix Maintenance schedule 211 Appendix PC connections for StaRRsed Auto Compact 197 Appendix PC connections for StaRRsed Auto Compact Windows 7 198 Appendix Protocol Compact bidirectional 117 239 Appendix Protocol MECHATRONICS 01 bidirectional 117 227 Appendix Protocol MECHATRONICS 02 unidirectional 117 233 Appendix Protocol Opus bidirectional 117 242 Appendix Protocol Sysmex R 3500 EPU 266 Appendix Protocol Sysmex SE 9000 unidirectional e 117 261 277 Appendix Rack adapters Auto Compact 100 286 Appendix RS 232 board baud rate settings 287 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Index Appendix RS 232 9 pins hardware connections Compact 288 Appendix RS 232 DB9 pins female hardware back panel connector 292 Appendix RS 232 DB9 pins male hardware back panel connector 147 294 Appendix Sedmatic 100 string format 117 219 Appendix Sedmatic 15 string format 117 223 Appendix Serial cable to LAB comms 296 Appendix Set up Digital board 298 Appendix String format for StaRRsed 117 214 Appendix String format for StaRRsed V14 117 216 Appendix String format Vesmatic 117 225 Appendix Sysmex R 3500 Protocol 117 248 Appendix Sysme
139. eneral errors and warnings as a normal patient ESR result StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Page 177 R mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact 16 APPENDIX FOR STARRSED AUTO COMPACT Appendix section Page 178 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Appendix Article reference list Auto Compact Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact The Auto Compact is delivered with a complete accessories kit ESRI 110992 This reference list is for article order numbers only QWFG010200 QWFG010201 ESRIO10246 QWLV040002 ESRIO10907 QRR 010905 QRR 010931 QRR 010947 QRR 010933 QRR 010934 QRR 010945 QWLV050004 ESRI030903 QWLV050003 ESRI050909 QWLV040001 QWLV040003 ESRI090902 ESRI090903 ESRI090921 ESRI090026 QEPT100001 ESRI110001 ESRI110004 QEDV130022 QEDV130019 QWLV030901 QWLV050070 Poly cube container 5 liters Empty Disc filter 25mm Waste cont White Tube silicon 1 5 3 2 Fill amp clean Fuse 5 A 110V Slow 5x20 mm Fuse 2 5 A 230V Slow 5x20 mm Teflon tip repair set Syringe O ring for Separator StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Page 179 mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact ESRI110105 Waste sticker 2500 ml QWFG010131 Glass jar Separator VERA110008 Installation Manual Auto Compact VERA119002 Fill and clean rack QWFGO010500 Plug for Fill and clean adap
140. eparator Clean all parts with hot water and a brush Use some acid free vaseline on the screw thread of the glass jar Assemble the separator StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Page 333 Rm mechatronics Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact Replacing 1 Replace the top section A little silicon grease on the rim of separator will make the assembling and adjustment easier 2 If applicable replace the bacterial HEPA filter For Maintenance Level 4 Exchange bacterial HEPA filter QWLV040002 3 Re connect the silicon tube to the tube connector on the top section Lift left cover Lift stainless steel vacuum tube up Insert the liquid separator sliding it over the support shelf Push the liquid separator towards the rear with the sensor connectors in the holes 8 Release the stainless steel vacuum tube 9 Replace the waste container 10 Close left cover NO os On waste bottle If used Exchange bacterial filter QWLV040001 on the waste bottle assembly 3 Exchange Rinse and Saline tube assembly New rinse pump tube assembly New saline pump tube assembly ESRIO90902 ESRI090903 E ALINE LER LUE AER New tube replacement 1 Open left cover 2 Pull pump tube slightly downwards and at the same time towards the front of the unit to release the tube out of the pump plate holder 3 Remove the old tube from the peristaltic pump rotor 4 Disconne
141. eplace the Peristaltic waste pump cassette ESRI 090921 including the Blotting washer ESRIO90920 Be careful as there may be blood in the cassette First make up some disinfectant and put this in the liquid separator Press PRIME DISINFECTANT to pump disinfectant through the pump cassette Symptoms for a bad or faulty waste pump cassette e Waste separator error e Taking too long before the separator empties Detailed instructions of this procedure can be found in the Work Instruction Level 3 maintenance on page 338 13 6 Level 2 maintenance Level 2 maintenance is level 3 maintenance and add the following extra s Replace the Teflon tip on the syringe of the diluter assembly From repair set QWLV030902 See Work Instruction WI 181 Dis and re assembly diluter syringe on page 323 Detailed instructions of this procedure can be found in the Work Instruction number WI 198 Level 2 maintenance on page 346 13 7 Level 1 maintenance Annual maintenance Level 1 maintenance is Level 2 Maintenance and the following extras We recommend that this procedure is carried out by dealers service engineers The following items need to be replaced annually All tubing ESRIO79200 and additional tube set Waste pump motor ESRI090920 Waste pump cassette ESRIO90921 Blue Vacuum filter disc Part no QWLV040003 Fill block washer Part no ESRI030906 Waste container filter disc QWLV040001 only applicable if internal waste container is use
142. er Safety Bio Hazard area Instrument Auto Compact Revision 001 September 2012 Cleaning agent preparation Auto Compact Fill and clean This cycle takes about 90 minutes 1 Fill the clean adapter VERA1 19002 with hot de ionized water till the first mark in the adapter 180 ml 2 Add cleaning agent QRR 010905 till the second marker in the adapter 18 ml 3 Place the two caps on the adapter and mix well 4 Putthe adapter in the Input pool 5 Select MAINTENANCE PRIME CLEAN button FILL AND CLEAN Pipette data will be lost D Use Fill amp Clean adapter ON Start Fill and clean procedure 1 Select button OK 2 The adapter will be transported to the needle position 3 The needle goes down and the fill and clean process is started 4 When all the pipettes are filled the needle goes back to the home position and the adapter is moved to the release position and will be transported into the End pool StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 331 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN RS mechatronics Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact Rm mechatronics Work instruction Number 193 Page 1 of 5 Purpose Maintenance level 4 Safety Bio Hazard area Instrument Auto Compact Revision 002 March 2014 1 Clean Fill nozzle and exchange O ring Fill Nozzle Disassemble the fill nozzle Disassemble fill nozzle holder 1 Turn the holder
143. er Manual Page 153 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Trouble shooting Select MAINTENANCE gt PRIME gt PRIME DILUENT vacuum pump is on and system must be filled with Diluent When the citrate is priming liquid should be seen flowing through the tube connection to the fill nozzle cap Occasionally when the diluter system is primed for the first time air locks occur in the tubing and the diluter will not self prime If this occurs disconnect the luer fitting at the syringe and connect a syringe filled with Diluent to the tubing and fill system manually 1 Check pick up tube at the Diluent container it may be kinked 2 One of the Diluent lines has become blocked or kinked Fill nozzle cap Fill nozzle ar Fill vacuum valve uL T Sample tube ESRIO70406 2 T L 4 ESRIO70508 Diluter syringe Water Disinfectant valve valve i SE WICH ESRI070112 z T m Dilution tubing Omuert Deionized Orsitectamt water Page 154 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Trouble shooting 15 5 Vacuum The Compact uses vacuum for both aspirating and the wash rinse system If trouble occurs it is most likely because of poor or no vacuum Check the airflow go to MAINTENANCE tab CHECK SENSORS and select CHECK FLOW SENSOR Note In Sample mode the indicators are shown green the vacuum is ok In Service mode the indicators are showing numbers
144. essary to prevent exposure to potential respiratory diseases 5 2 2 Medical requirements Routine personal medical assessments are advised at regular intervals yearly for all personal exposed to potential biohazard Immunisation for Hepatitis B is recommended for everyone who is taking blood samples or dealing with human blood or bodily fluids 5 2 3 General laboratory practices The laboratory is a shared facility it must be booked in advance with the Technician in Charge All users must follow all Departmental Safety Guidelines and Bio safety Policy Each user is responsible to leave a clean disinfected and tidy work place All biohazard waste must be properly disposed Page 28 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Standard Operating Procedures S O P 5 2 4 Specific laboratory practices and requirements Biohazard waste Dispose blood tubes into a biohazard sharps container Dispose sharps into a biohazard sharps container All other bio hazardous waste is to be deposited into a biohazard bag All bio hazardous waste is deposited into the Medical Waste Management MWM bin for pick up Decontamination procedures Routine At the end of each experiment or each day disinfect lab benches and any equipment Spills Small spills of biohazard material should be treated by first covering them with an absorbent paper to avoid the formation of aerosols Disinfect the spill by slowly
145. est is a useful function for checking the pipette position adjustment vacuum adjustment and filling height sensor positioning adjustment Each individual pipette is tested and results are displayed in their own line of the diagram 6 6 1 7 Flow test start Pipette flow test Before the confirmation of the function the warning lt PIPETTE DATA WILL BE LOST gt is displayed This test is a useful function for checking the pipette position adjustment vacuum adjustment and filling height sensor positioning adjustment Each individual pipette is tested and results are displayed in their own line of the diagram StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 87 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechetronics Auto Compact program 6 6 1 8 Set new rinse position Change rinse position Click on CHANGE RINSE POSITION and enter via the keyboard the accurate rinse position and press the LEARN CAROUSEL POSITION key for learning a new position table Note This option is used when there is a position error Page 88 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechetronics Auto Compact program 6 6 2 Diluter settings 6 6 2 1 Dilution adjustment 60 till 14096 Dilution adjustment 60 till 140 For adjusting the dilution rate run a number of sample tubes filled with fresh blood Write down the dilution rate which is shown in the numerical window By entering the percentage deviation a correction value can
146. esult apnsyemg sseuEEERNEEREEENRAEESEREEEREEENERERE EEEEEEEEEREAERESEEEEREEESEAEEN 132 Page 10 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Contents 11 WASTE DISPOSAL cipue ccc ce cere uc pice eed eee 133 11 1 Replacing the waste E 133 12 COMPACT SYSTEM MESSAGES eiecit ceeded Ee 134 12 1 System mriessstiBS EE 134 12 2 TaSLImassdg6S senise ee iE m peni tame a on ve EREKE E e E eU pU EA RC OUS 135 12 3 System tiMe Out E 135 EEN ger 135 DEC LI nee 136 13 1 Maintenance Schedule evample un 136 132 Ong E 136 13 2 1 Check or replace sample probe or outer needle ssnnssessssseserrreeeserrnee 137 133 Weekly E 138 19 3 1 Check the sensors in service mode EEN 138 13 3 2 Cleaning liguld EE EE 139 13 4 Level Bu Ma 139 13 4 1 Rinse pump tube replacement Au 140 13 4 2 Saline pump tube replacement NENNEN 141 13 4 3 Replace bacterial filters iiie rrr ruina ke rabie tice eue 141 13 4 4 Fill nozzle O ring replacement kk 142 13 4 5 Fill and clean procedure ENEE 142 13 5 Level 3 maintenance ke 144 13 6 eelere Ee 144 13 4 Cu Mann 144 13 8 Reagents replacement un 145 14 DATA SAFETY MANAGEMENT eeeeeeeeeeeeennnne nennen nennen nnn nnn nnns nnn n nennen 147 14 1 Power failure EE 147 14 2 RS232 serial ose e ES 147 14 3 Specifications for the HS232 port eege trt rint rapi eh niea nr ER Pa EE ENEE 147 14 4 Folder St
147. eviation to the expected ESR expressed in a percentage e Number of QC results This graph gives a first indication of the measuring stability of the StaRRsed Auto Compact Further analysis and identification of systematic errors have to be performed in the user s Quality Control System CLOSE Return to History Screen 6 3 5 4 QC abnormal results table OC Statistics and Results 3747 10 35 137 GH 10 2 GF 10 19 E E EECH wi 48 s j 3619 20 01 2012 08 16 9 03 02 2012 37 4 10 i 19 01 201208 16 5 03 02 2012 tt 34 IS r SJEN 3704 10 I 16 01 2012 07 45 5 03 02 2012 37 4 10 38 Jl 13 01 201207 45 S 03 02 2012 374 10 E118 Uncorrected QC result is v Stot I 2 St 46 r IS x19 3764 19 In IST xe z 2 37 10 gtt E 03052012 ot 39 19 e 02 01 201209 34 1 03 02 2012 37 4 10 02 01 2012 07 45 5 03 02 2012 3744 10 30 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 51 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Auto Compact program The results from StaRRsed Control level A are shown Display Results table QC sample ID Read from the barcode The original StaRRsed Control barcode batch number Linked lab ID The Lab ID is given if it is linked to the StaRRsed Control sample ID Sampling date The date and time when the QC sample was aspirated Expiry date If the StaRRsed Control expiry date is
148. external barcode reader can be used to read the 10 character QC barcode labels on the tube or the package insert to create the link The barcode symbology is Code 39 When StaRRsed Control label or a linked user barcode label is used e The StaRRsed software recognises the StaRRsed Control sample by the structure of the barcode which contains the following information Level A or N the expected mean value and range and the expiry date e The history of QC results is maintained internally Error messages are generated when the QC results are outside the acceptable range e QC samples can be optionally requested by the LIMS and QC results can be send to the LIMS StaRRsed Control can be used on StaRRsed analysers in EDTA or in Citrate mode Quality Control sampling can be performed at any time during the normal ESR procedure depending on users Quality Control schedule Quality Control scheduling is the responsibility of the user The StaRRsed software does not provide Quality Control scheduling functionality StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 129 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Quality control 10 2 5 Quality control procedure StaRRsed Control is provided in ready to use sample tubes and is used in the same manner as patient samples StaRRsed Control is to be used for the Westergren method with dilution only as prescribed by the ICSH review of the measurement of the ESR 2011 and the CLSI Procedures for the ESR Te
149. ficient sample volume e Need more blood in the sample tube One air bubble rising can result in ESR Error code 3 15 8 5 Small air bubbles rising in pipette Usually this is caused by a dirty or damaged fill nozzle e Observe the maintenance schedules e Clean the fill nozzle e Check the fill nozzle for damage If necessary replace the fill nozzle Sample tube is leaking on the fill nozzle side e Replace the silicon sample tube Small air bubbles result in ESR Error 3 15 8 6 Random air bubbles in pipette rin 1 Check Diluent flow by priming the diluter system 2 Insufficient sample volume Random air bubbles result in ESR Error 3 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 161 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Trouble shooting 15 9 Leaking pipettes If blood or cleaning solutions leak from a pipette perform the following procedures and check the performance of the system after each step to see if the problem has been solved If the completion of the following steps does not result in a correction of the problem contact technical support Check for specks of dirt or hairs in the pipette valves A scratched valve tube A scratched valve body Valve on top of the pipette is dirty or damaged Check pipette bottom glass may be chipped pope pop om gt Check the pipette valve for contamination or wear 15 10 Rinse nozzle wash station alignment If there is a mechanical obstructi
150. fied positions are filled with spaces Sample codes Aspect codes Sample type Transmitted code Aspect Transmitted code Patient sample 0 Clear 0 QC normal 1 Hazy 10 1 QC abnormal 2 Hazy 25 2 Hazy gt 25 3 Page 232 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechetronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Note Transmission of QC codes 1 and 2 is part of the internal QC procedure ESR error codes No cells plasma found 1 ERROR no result transmitted ESR Probably 140 mm ERROR no result transmitted Too many borders found Limit error 7 ERROR see Limit error messages on page 121 Note See analyzer manual for more information about limit error settings When a limit error occurs the fields for ESR 30 min ESR 60 min temperature corrected ESR and ESR 120 min are filled with spaces and thus results are not send to LIMS Together with the other data fields e g the sedimentation time the operator can see what caused the error and may or may not use the ESR values which are preserved in the limit error message Description of the limit error message L err hhh www ttt ccc ddd StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 233 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact L err means limit error e hhhis the 30 minutes ESR e www is the 60 minute ESR e ttt is the temperature corrected 60 minute ESR e ccc is the column height ddd is the 120 minute ESR if app
151. fields for instance in the baud rate field 9600 UsE TCP IP Select IP Adress and TCP Port 6 7 2 2 Set protocol settings The following protocols can be selected for out putting data No Serial output MECHATRONICS 01 Bidirectional MECHATRONICS 02 Unidirectional SE 9000 SE 9000 Unidirectional R3500 R3500 unidirectional Compact unidirectional When selected the following keys will pop up e Checksum On Off e 30 Minute method On Off e Ack Nack On Off 9 Compact Bidirectional When selected the following keys will pop up e Checksum On Off e 30 Minute method On Off 10 StaRRsed Ill v14 When selected the following keys will pop up e Checksum On Off e 30 Minute method On Off e Ack Nack On Off 11 Vesmatic 12 Sedimatic 15 13 Sedimatic 100 14 OPUS When selected the following keys will pop up e Checksum On Off e 30 Minute method On Off 15 Advia 120 16 Advia 120 unidirectional 17 InteRRliner For more details see Section 9 Protocols on page 117 and the Appendix ONOARwWN gt Page 104 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN n mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 7 3 Compact settings k Reagents Compact connected to comport Kan 1 INSTR Printer port Jj ASRL10 1NSTR Select barcode reader Optxon Result Path Hho Al M CS Use 10 Device TT CLUB search n example history On Off ez Outer neede depth mm Hi
152. for electr equipm for meas control and lab use General requirements EN 61010 2 101 Safety requirements for electr equipm for meas control and lab use Particular requirements for in vitro diagnostic IVD medical equipment EN 581 Instructions for use for in vitro diagnostic instruments for professional use EN 880 Symbols for use in the labelling of medical devices EN ISO 14971 Medica devices Application of risk management to medical devices EN ISO 13485 Medica devices Quality management systems Requirements for regulatory purposes The CE mark was applied for the first time on this instrument model in 2003 Zwaag The Netherlands August 15 2013 j y en J Nowee Director Sales amp Marketing Mechatronics Manufacturing BV Conditions By the ORGALIME GENERAL CONDITIONS 2012 of March 2012 Any other conditions are herewith explicitly rejected by us P a DEKRA Page 30 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN RR mechatronics a Standard Operating Procedures S O P 5 4 Labels and stickers on containers 5 4 1 Stickers for the onboard reagents bottles STARI2SED STARI2SED STAR SED WASTE DILUENT RINSE SOLUTION 2500 ml 500 mi 2500 ml Afval Verdunningsvloeistof Spoelvloeistof Abfall Verd nnungsl sung Sp ll sung D chets Diluant tamponn Solution de ringage Scorie Diluente tamponata Soluzione di lavaggio Desecho Diluyente Soluci n de lavado Residuos Diluente Solu
153. for three Control samples Do not mix residual material with material from other tubes Do not re use empty tubes The software interface is described in the chapter History screen on page 40 StaRRsed Control should be disposed of as medical waste Page 130 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Quality control 10 2 6 QC Results The measured QC results are compared with the Assay mean value and the acceptable range The applicable values for the acceptable range depend on the user setting See chapter QC Settings on page 93 for more information If applicable the QC result is reported to LIMS using the chosen settings regarding temperature correction display of dilution rate and limit error settings 10 2 6 1 QC Error messages The general ESR errors and warnings are also applied on the QC results see ESR Error and Warning code messages on page 120 When the result is within range no message is shown When the result is out of range an error message is shown in the status line of the Sample screen and the QC icon is blinking on the Sample screen When the sample mode is started again by the operator the following messages appears Last QC result was out of range Continuing could produce incorrect results Do you still want to continue Press Accept to continue sampling without performing a new QC press Cancel to return and take appropriate action Messages when the ge
154. fore continuing Page 198 Communication lost after 3 retries between Computer and StaRRsed Auto Compact Measure head motor did not move or motor is blocked Sample probe not back at Home position after sampling a tube Sample rejected Sample already in carousel There is a possibility that changed settings which were not saved to disk are lost Power cable not connected on the communication PCB mounted on the back panel An DC cable not connected Serial cable not connected No power on one of the PCB s Short circuit or fault on one of the PCB s Measure head is not at the Home position Check the Home sensor Motor is faulty Motor driver on drive board is faulty Check sample probe home sensor Sample probe motor is faulty Sample probe motor driver on needle board is faulty Sample probe is blocked Wait until sample is measured Check general settings Check for duplicate ID s Program stopped and computer needed to be reset Computer reset after power failure StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics E7 Outer needle motor position error Timeout piercing E8 Fillnozzle not in fill position E9 Air flow failure E10 Sample probe was jammed Check both needles before sampling E11 Sample probe not on position going down Timeout error E12 Dilution error wrong or no diluent flow Check the dilute
155. from barcode label Analysis information NEG POS ERR information POSITIVE diff KEW POSITIVE morph EI POSITIVE count ERROR func ERROR result RE Order information Reserve Reserve Reserve Reserve Reserve IP message information 0 BC 6 123000 Esr value 123 mm N Day Tube position no 2 Sample ID number N N SR ha ha o o ooo DES na na na na StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 253 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact 01200 Temperature in degr Celsius i e 12 degr 01200 Sedimentation time in minutes i e 12 min MCHC 12300 30 minute ESR value 123 n a Not applicable SE 9000 Sample data flag record format 131 bytes Parameter OMEN Comment Text distinction code distinction code Text distinction code CR mg Sample dstnefoncede W New a 00 vearoo 2000 Sequencer 1 oa ooo Samoe Dramo Te Paterne fags gr Oa SE9000 Inquiry data record format 21 bytes Parameter COEM Comment Text distinction code distinction code Text distinction code Inquiry mode 4 E ases IIMA Real time inquiry Sample ID no E NENNEN Patient number same as sample data Tube position no Tube position in rack 3 SE9000 order information record format 171 bytes Page 254 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Appendix
156. fter a normal aspiration the Westergren pipette must be free of air bubbles In the following examples different patterns of air bubbles which can appear in the pipettes are shown Air bubbles can affect the sedimentation and are mostly reported as errors and no ESR result is reported Usually bubbles are caused by a leakage at the bottom of the pipette If air bubbles are visible in the pipette check the following 15 8 1 Foam in column A layer of air bubbles that is concentrated on top of the blood column does not affect the sedimentation process itself The sedimentation besi Ez develops normally below the bubbles However too many bubbles m pza bring about a shortening of the effective blood column which is a Ej deviation from the Westergren method A layer of bubbles up to 5 mm No message Normal ESR result is reported A layer of bubbles from 5 to 25 mm ESR warning 6 Bubbles on top Results should be reviewed before release A layer of bubbles larger than 25 mm ESR Error 3 Too many borders found No ESR result is given 1 Check that tube connections are not leaking 2 Check the fill nozzle condition TS Kg e Inspect for any cracks or deep scratches in the base that holds the fill nozzle washer or O ring 3 Check for air in diluter system 4 Check that the sample probe O ring is not leaking 5 Check transparent T piece or Y piece block for cracks StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 159 Versio
157. ftware think there is handshaking available with a null modem cable which has no provisions for it All specified RS232 signals are completely isolated from the computer earth and the mains supply Handshake Hardware handshake is not applied Change the data transmission parameters From the transmission parameters only the baud rate can be selected from 1200 up to 9600 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 289 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Appendix RS 232 DB9 pins male hardware back panel connector The 9 pins sub D male connector is for the serial output of the StaRRsed Auto Compact Connector ar DB9 At the female connector the pin layout is Data Carrier Detect Raised by DCE when modem synchronized SD TXD Transmit Data a k a TxD Tx Sending data to DTE ut ss RD RXD Receive Data a k a RxD Rx Arriving data from DCE Outp Data Terminal Ready Raised by DTE when powered on In auto ut answer mode raised only when RI arrives from DCE 5 asa loon CSCS 6 DSR input Data Set Ready Raised by DCE to indicate reaoy 7 RS RTS Outp Request To Send Raised by DTE when it wishes to send BENE 5 NR 8 05 07S input Clear To Send Raised by DCE in response to RTS from DTE Input Ring Indicator Set when incoming ring detected used for auto answer application DTE raised DTR to answer Null modem with loop back h
158. function for checking the pipette position adjustment vacuum adjustment and filling height sensor positioning adjustment Each individual pipette is tested and results are displayed in their own line of the diagram StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 85 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 6 1 4 Flow test leakage Pipette flow test Before the confirmation of the function the warning PIPETTE DATA WILL BE LOST is displayed This test is a useful function for checking the pipette position adjustment vacuum adjustment and filling height sensor positioning adjustment Each individual pipette is tested and results are displayed in their own line of the diagram 6 6 1 5 Flow test Fill sensor air IBBSSRERRERREEETS Pipette flow test Before the confirmation of the function the warning PIPETTE DATA WILL BE LOST is displayed This test is a useful function for checking the pipette position adjustment vacuum adjustment and filling height sensor positioning adjustment Each individual pipette is tested and results are displayed in their own line of the diagram StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 86 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN RR mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 6 1 6 Flow test Fill sensor glass Pipette flow test Before the confirmation of the function the warning lt PIPETTE DATA WILL BE LOST gt is displayed This t
159. g and there are no detectable faults in the liquid flow use the switch OFF function This check is now not active call for service Return to Diluter settings on page 89 screen 6 6 3 Limit error settings C o Sample INS 1 Reagents Maintenance Settings Service wem E Limit error settings CB Send resuts when time exceeded BD Send resuts with dition errors LB Send resuts with column height errors CLB Send results with bubbles on top warning CC Send results with hazy aspect X Hazy 10 EI Hay lt 25 L Hazy 525 C Send results when temperature exceeded T lt gie c T gt ges ec When an option is set to YES and this mit error occurs results will be printed send to the LIMS When an option is set to NO and this imit error occurs results are not printedjsend to the LIMS The screen Limit error settings has the following options e SEND RESULTS WHEN TIME EXCEEDED e setto YES always transmit results to the output e Setto NO transmit no results to the output when the ESR time is outside the selected range e SEND RESULTS WITH DILUTION ERRORS e setto YES always transmit results to the output e Setto NO transmit no results to the output when the dilution rate is outside the selected range set with Diluter settings StaHRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 91 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Auto Compact program e SEND RESULTS WITH COLUMN HEIGHT ERRORS e setto YES
160. ge 301 Page 148 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechetronics Trouble shooting 2 Check rinse solution level in rinse solution container e Ifthe level is insufficient a message is displayed and the alarm sounds 3 One of the tubes carrying the rinse solution may be blocked or kinked 15 1 2 Rinse solution spilling over the instrument If rinse solution spills over the top of the pipettes the following items must be checked 1 Is the vacuum pump working Check the vacuum pressure Check the airflow go to MAINTENANCE tab CHECK SENSORS and select CHECK FLOW SENSOR Note In Sample mode the indicators are shown green the vacuum is ok In Service mode the indicators are showing numbers 1 When rinsing the rinse actuator must be energised e The rinse actuator can be found under the top cover at the top of pipette being rinsed 2 Wash station must engage with pipette e The Wash station is the white Rinse nozzle that engages the bottom of the pipettes 3 Check the piercing pin in the wash station it must be straight e The piercing pin is to pierce the bottom meniscus when a filled pipette is at the wash station 4 Wash station or tubing from wash station may be blocked e Activate the PRIME DISINFECTANT function The disinfectant must flow through the system 15 1 3 Rinse pump failure 1 Liquid flows back into the rinse container e Replace the rinse pump tube 2 Atthe st
161. gege aiaa is citrus Lou era Es EERE ENEE E 77 6 5 5 1 Maintenance info overvew EEN 78 6 5 6 ROS eeben 78 6 5 7 End of day wash schedule settimgs 79 6 5 8 End of day wash e Lu P 79 SOME Eget m 80 6 6 1 Carousel control Me cea 83 6 6 1 1 Flow test potentiometer mean ENEE 84 6 6 1 2 e gll 85 6 6 1 3 Flow e 85 6 6 1 4 Flow test leakage vccicccsiccessttincoressievetssenrereeviareine mise 86 6 5 1 5 Flow test Fill sensor air aiite niai trcs Stet acta iS creta arbe iis 86 6 6 1 6 Flow test Fill sensor glass 0 ceeceeteeeeeee eee ee eeeeeneee enter ee eeeenneeeeeeeeeeeteeee 87 6 6 1 7 Flow test start t 87 6 6 1 8 Set new rinse EHNEN 88 6 6 2 Dil ter Settings EE 89 6 6 2 1 Dilution adjustment 60 till 14096 cotta etra tn ra naut n epus 89 6 6 2 2 Dilution error detection O till 2fge ieee ee eceteeeeee eter eteeeeeneeeeeeeeeeteeee 90 6 6 2 3 Auto dilution i adjust erret neni E n ER mk nien 90 6 6 2 4 Diluent flow check uiuere terere eren Sene TI ERR EXP c tir ER 91 6 6 3 Limit error SOIIDOS aerate eee eee ee ee eee ee 91 6 6 4 OG SettihgS qe 93 WEE aura C m 95 6 7 1 Rack SUE T T 96 6 7 1 1 rco t 97 6 7 1 2 Conveyer MOtOF dT m 99 6 7 1 POSION MOTO de S 100 6 7 1 4 Timing settings E 102 6 7 2 B SECRET ee eee 103 6 7 2 1 Set LIMS communication settings
162. ghtest reading darkest 100 96 and the lightest 0 96 absorption respectively By definition the levels are 87 5 Cells plasma separation 75 0 Hazy detection 50 0 Meniscus detection hazy gt 25mm hazy 1025mm _ 5 hazy 10mm _10_ dear lt 3mm 3 100 E S0 Wi 1 y 2 clear hazy lt 10 mm E 605 am out off gt 30 measure arca 20 e gi pasma To S ge E ww SC 150 E MN E T 250 pipet column bottom 3 sedimentation 110mm a height Graphic showing typical absorption values of a sample Page 16 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Introduction 1 4 Explanation of available documentation Manuals for the StaRRsed Auto Compact are available on three levels for the operator the supervisor and the service engineer The following manuals are available 1 Instructions for Use IFU Intended for the operator Contains instructions for normal operation safety preventive maintenance and trouble shooting procedures to solve the most common problems Available in several languages 2 User Manual UM Intended for the lab supervisor Contains information from the IFU and additional information concerning settings service higher maintenance levels and trouble shooting procedures to solve more complicated problems Only available in English 3 Service Manual SM Intended for trained service engineers Describes maintena
163. gs in the manual and on the instrument Keep this manual for future reference e Follow the bio safety procedures when working with blood contaminated parts e Be cautious to prevent stinging during cleaning or replacing the needle assembly e Repair can only be executed by trained and qualified personnel e Wear protective clothing e When the instrument is running it is not allowed to e Open and remove safety covers e Touch moving parts e Itis not allowed to give access to the instrument to a non authorised person at any time e Whenever it is likely that safety protection has been impaired the instrument must be made inoperative and be secured against any unintended operation The matter should then be referred to qualified technicians e Safety protection is likely to be impaired if for example the instrument fails to perform the intended measurements or shows visible damage or unusual smells smoke liquids are flowing out 3 1 Safety warning When there was an incident with the StaRRsed Auto Compact which caused damage to the instrument please notify your superior and your local equipment dealer before you continue using the instrument Example e A collision with a moving object or a person e Something falling on the instrument Liquids spilling into the instrument Page 24 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Ro mechatronics General safety instructions 3 2 StaRRsed Incident Report mecha
164. hatronics Trouble shooting QC result with ESR warning ESR Result is given Check general ESR data general ESR Warnings on page 120 e Check limit settings Screen messages Extra information Ee QC icon is blinking at Sample The last QC sample was not e Press on QC icon screen within acceptable range or has e Press Accept to no result continue sampling without performing a new QC continuing could produce incorrect results Press Cancel to return Try new QC sample tube normal samples will be finished QC result out of range e Perform anew QC sample normal samples will be finished e If this error persists check clean instrument QC sample expired e Use anew batch of Starrsed Control It is not possible to link this Lab The Linked QC ID s table may Consider changing ID Lab ID is already linked only contain one link to a AUTOMATICALLY REMOVE LINKED QC particular Lab ID ID AFTER RESULT option to YES Last QC result was out of Result of last QC sample was The last QC result should be range Continuing could not within acceptable range evaluated by authorized staff produce incorrect results Do to decide whether the you still want to continue StaRRsed Auto Compact may run patient samples depending on the the nature of errors e Press Yes to continue sampling without performing a new QC press No to return and take appropriate action General errors Extra information QS Page 176
165. he internal QC procedure ESR error codes No cells plasma found 1 ERROR no result transmitted ESR Probably 140 mm ERROR no result transmitted Too many borders found Limit error 7 ERROR see Limit error messages on page 121 Note See analyzer manual for more information about limit error settings When a limit error occurs the fields for ESR 30 min ESR 60 min temperature corrected ESR and ESR 120 min are filled with spaces and thus results are not send to LIMS Together with the other data fields e g the sedimentation time the operator can see what caused the error and may or may not use the ESR values which are preserved in the limit error message Description of the limit error message L err hhh www ttt ccc ddd StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 229 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechetronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact L err means limit error e hhhis the 30 minutes ESR e www is the 60 minute ESR e ttt is the temperature corrected 60 minute ESR e ccc is the column height ddd is the 120 minute ESR if applicable Example of a limit error message without 30 minute ESR and 120 minute ESR L_err 123 89 200 Page 230 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechetronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Appendix Protocol MECHATRONICS 02 unidirectional 2 254 255 Data 253 characters
166. hecks the bottle status before starting a new rack If a level alarm is ON it will not process the new rack If an alarm comes ON during a rack it will finish to aspirate that rack 10 samples max Washing dirty pipettes always continues as to avoid that the samples are left in the pipettes Reagents alarm is also set when the expire date of the reagent is exceeded or opened more than three months The message Not allowed now See REAGENTS appears Processing of new samples is stopped A log is available for all reagents and can be accessed by clicking on DISPLAY REAGENT HISTORY on page 64 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 63 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 4 1 Display reagent history e mj E 125 759 09 2011 06 Oct 2011 123456789 11 2011 30 Aug 2011 WH y E E This screen shows the history of the used reagents Select the reagent type on the right side For external use of the information all the logged reagent data can by exported to EXCEL CSV format by clicking Export to Excel CSV Page 64 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 4 2 New reagent input 74 New Reagent Information Select action Staf sp e Enter new reagent information Spoelviceistof Spull seng D Delete current reagent information Solution de rincage Soluzione di lavaggio Soluci n de lavado Solu
167. her printers then dot matrix are used every result is printed on one new page 10 CHECK FOR DUPLICATE ID S e CHECK FOR DUPLICATE ID s ON It is not possible to run the same sample ID as long as this ID is in the pipette carousel data buffer e CHECK FOR DUPLICATE ID s OFF It is possible to run the same sample ID even when it is still stored in the carousel data buffer The following numerical inputs can be made 1 TEMPERATURE IN CELSIUS for the correct room temperature 2 ESRSEDIMENTATION TIME IN MINUTES for the correct time 30 or 60 minutes This time is reset to default when Service mode is switched OFF 3 SAMPLE PROBE DEPTH in millimeters 4 PIPETTE WASH TIME SEC in seconds Default value 7 This setting is reset to default when Service mode is switched OFF 5 PIPETTE DRY TIME SEC in seconds Default value 5 This setting is reset to default when Service mode is switched OFF 6 MIXING INTERVAL 30 90 SEC time between two mixing operations of the rack in seconds Default value 90 The selection box for the language is marked with a symbol depicting a globe Select the language for the software and the Instructions For Use by clicking on the appropriate language name Note To switch to the selected language the first time close and restart the software Page 82 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 6 1 Carousel control i Sample 1 H
168. hich is predetermined for the current batch of StaRRsed Control is used These ranges cannot be changed in this option e OFF USE CUSTOM ASSAY RANGE is used USE CUSTOM ASSAY RANGE e ON The lab can establish their own acceptable ranges both ranges can be set from a minimum of 2 mm to a maximum of 15 mm e OFF USE DEFAULT ASSAY RANGE is used StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 93 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Auto Compact program Note It is advised to use the default assay ranges Use caution when setting the custom ranges A too narrow range may cause unjustified rejection of QC sample results subsequent rejection of patient results and undue burden on maintenance SEND QC REQUEST TO LIMS e ON A sample request for the QC sample is send to LIMS The QC sample will only be processed if the LIMS responds with YES Use this setting if the ESR result of the QC sample will be send to LIMS as well and LIMS requires that all samples are requested first If the QC sample is linked with a Lab ID the sample will be requested at LIMS with the Lab ID If the QC sample is used with the original StaRRsed Control sample ID the sample will be requested at LIMS with the StaRRsed Control sample ID e OFF Default setting All QC samples will be processed without requesting at LIMS SEND QC RESULT TO LIMS e ON QC results are send to the LIMS as a standard ESR result If the QC sample is linked with a Lab ID th
169. history 106 Sedimentation measurement principle 16 Page 362 mechatronics Select barcode reader 106 Select rack 100 Separator error 166 Separator sensor 73 Service screen 33 35 95 Set as tube 1 position 101 Set end date 62 Set LIMS communication settings 95 103 Set new rinse position 88 Set protocol settings 104 Set start date 62 Small air bubbles rising in pipette 161 Software version 34 Specific laboratory practices and requirements 29 Specifications for the RS232 port 147 STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES S O P 27 StaRRsed Incident Report 25 Status 37 Stickers for the onboard reagents bottles 31 Stickers of the reagents containers 32 System messages 134 System time out xxxx 135 T Technical specifications 20 Technical specifications contd 22 Temperature correction 129 361 Temperature error 173 Temperature sensor 73 Test barcode reader 101 Test messages 135 Test position motor 101 Test tube sensor 102 Timing settings 96 102 TROUBLE SHOOTING 148 Tube not in 1 position 173 Tube sensor detection test 102 172 Turn off e 127 Turn off sequence 127 U Unidirectional 362 Usage options 129 USB IO Device 106 V Vacuum e 155 Vacuum error e 156 vacuum pressure 149 150 156 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN R mechetronics Vacuum stabilisation problem
170. ics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Appendix Tube connection StaRRsed Auto Compact i 13388 me AN 1006 0v83A ioeduiooyny pasas Am AfSUvVIN TAM vei wes5eip suonsauuoo eqn Dora wm LS Er emp eng Ag SOHUODELDSIN Hy pasn jou c yndino p Want ET juejejuisig eujes asuy yas Buiqni uj jou aqny H i M Li N 4050401383 asp lt ke 5 Jalla anyen 90604014S3 ee gd 506040 483 PLUS 1060401483 gosozoiysa 200020VH3A Zii00lNS3 i i Apo ujana KS ET Guus CH V auer Q duin 0POZ0IMS3 gt uH E ege l ien qe je GD r SAPA UINA A i aer nino 06040 483 e sw J ZOvOLOINSS i 10S04018S3 xe sito T vooozoaimo omo t lt 9020201NS3 i sosozoiysa 9vzOl0niS3 eT Abe 000 0v313A d Ge 500020V3A 900201463 eau E m D S unnoeA Dau wari uni Ween os rd j wanoen den IZON THE E SF E m S IT Um be e WAEA ya azzo 1060 0V83A e S SL604004S3 Z080401MS3 9080 0493 816040l4S3 pe Ww F 011020183 H joan 2019 4 X908 gen 006040 4S3 LE KE o S Tel JOSUGSMO J soena wnae 9010401483 Appendix 60 minutes reporting Colums 1 Patient number 2 Not corrected 30 minute ESR result only in use if 30 minute mode is active Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 182 Rm mechatronics Appendix for
171. ient result to HOST 200 E In the window Select date to show results double click on the file name to select the results of the selected date Press Refresh to refresh the list of available files In the window Sample ID type the sample ID information and press Search Press Options for the following search options e Show today s results e Show today s results from a selected time frame of the day e Show results of a number of past days Default value is set for 7 days e Show results of a specific day e Show results of the range between the first selected date to the next selected date StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 43 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Auto Compact program mechatronics From the selected Sample ID detailed information is shown on this screen Sample ID ASPECT code ESR 30 min ESR 60 min ESR 60 min T CORR Date time ESR time min Dilution 96 TEMPERATURE C Pipet number Error code Page 44 Sample Identification number Shows the aspect code e g Hazy 10 The 30 minute method is used This is the measured 30 minutes value When the 60 minute method is used this is the measured 60 minutes value When the 30 minutes method is used this is the calculated 60 minutes value Temperature correction is used This is the 60 minutes value corrected to 18 Date and time of the measurement of the result Actual duration of the ESR The calculated dilution rate after aspi
172. in use The section in the middle of the layout gives the sample number and status for each pipette including time to go before the result is due A pictorial representation of the pipette at the measuring position and a graph of the optical density over the length of the entire pipette is shown on the side This data is retained in memory for subsequent retrieval if required j Sample it History ia Reagents ee er 13d 30 min method TAURO l L Auto Compact v2 23 22 05 2010 12 29 44 9 8 6 5 4 3 2 1 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 15 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Introduction 1 2 Dilution principle The principle of adding Diluent to a flow of whole blood is unique The StaRRsed Auto Compact has the capability of monitoring the air displacement during the aspiration cycle This is called on line dilution The CPU receives data from the airflow sensor and calculates the syringe speed Diluter accuracy is 396 1 3 Sedimentation measurement principle The automatic reading of the Westergren sedimentation pipettes is carried out by moving an optical sensor along the pipettes While the sensor is moving a reading is made every 0 25 mm The sensor is reading the absorption of infra red light through the Westergren pipette filled with blood From these readings values at a number of absorption levels are determined All absorption figures are relative to the darkest and li
173. ing position of the belts 2 Take pipette off the carousel 3 Store the pipette on a safe place Re assemble pipette 1 Re assemble valve body ESRI 030522 and silicon valve tube ESRI 030516 SS top A pipette into pipette clamp Insert the re assembly in top pipette clamp Wet the top of the pipette with water black C clip indicates pipette Compress the valve body into the pipette clamp and insert the 5 The black C clip must be as close to the pipette clamp as possible 6 The flat surface of the C clip must be next to the pipette clamp 7 Remove the valve body and check the silicon tube position it must be exactly centred 8 Fit the bottom tube clamp and V seal ring 9 Check the position of the valve If incorrect disassemble pipette valve and tube and re assemble again StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN weng Page 309 Rm mechatronics Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact Pipette installation 1 Hook pipette assembly on to the pipette belts aur v mm Lug 2 Make sure that pipettes are correctly fitted on to the pipette belts i Wa XX 3 Visually check if all pipette valves are at the same 1 i Her 13 height 4 Visually check the bottom of the pipette V shape ring 5 Incorrect fitted pipettes may cause mechanical damage to the instrument 6 Check for leakage with Fill amp Clean Replace the top cover i Ss
174. ings The SERVICE menu is used for service and control purposes y t i a E SAMPLE Screen on page 34 La HISTORY screen on page 40 REAGENTS Screen on page 63 MAINTENANCE screen on page 66 SETTINGS screen on page 80 General settings password protected 3964 SERVICE Screen on page 95 password protected Izd 3964 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 33 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 1 Software version The latest software and manuals for the StaRRsed Auto Compact can be downloaded from our website www rrmechatronics com The following program description is valid for software up to version 5 01 Software version V5 00 and higher runs only on a Windows 7 PC 6 2 Sample screen C i Sample lj il History E Reagents J i Auto Compact 2 23 22 06 2010 12 29 44 Page 34 SiaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Auto Compact program The main menu is displayed during operation To access other menus select the required tab on the display and press the mouse button To access the other sub menus in the selected tab select the required button and press the mouse button The following screens are selectable via the associated tabs SAMPLE screen on page 34 HISTORY screen on page 40 REAGENTS Screen on page 63 MAINTENANCE Screen on page 66 SETTINGS screen
175. ion 6 68 MRN 071 EN Maintenance mechatronics The sensors and the reagents have the following numbers and color codes Connector Reagent number Color code RINSE SOLUTION Number 34 Green SALINE Number 35 Yellow DILUENT Number 36 Grey DE IONIZED WATER Number 37 Blue DISINFECTANT Number 38 White NOTE Wrongly placed pickup tubes may cause incorrect results or instrument malfunction After each reagents change the fluid system must be primed 1 Select MAINTENANCE gt PRIME CLEAN on page 67 2 Perform the applicable prime step to fill the relevant tubes with reagent and remove air Page 146 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Data safety management 14 DATA SAFETY MANAGEMENT The StaRRsed Auto Compact has its own external PC This means that all collected data is stored on the hard disk of the external computer This means that all raw data and results are kept irrespective of a power failure or if the instrument is un intentionally turned off After the start up procedure the software checks whether there are any ESR s still outstanding If so these will be carried out first After a power failure the sedimentation time 60 or 30 min may be exceeded However the start time is saved and therefore the actual sedimentation time can be checked Important system settings are kept in an internal Flash Eprom inside the instrument In case of
176. ipette flow diagram pop up Screens H E van Dijk Sensor information in all sections H E van Dijk the same Add link Weekly WI 191 in Work instruction contents July 2005 je Rewrite the installation section H E van Dijk StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Page 5 mechatronics Document history overview 1 00 December e Make corrections and add the H E van Dijk 2004 latest pictures e Update the sections according the latest version of the Graphic User Interface 2003 Page 6 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Contents CONTENTS 1 MIN TOU OI E 14 1 1 PC Operation and User Interface AAA 15 1 2 Dilution principle 16 1 3 Sedimentation measurement principle ENNEN 16 1 4 Explanation of available documentaton 17 2 INSTRUMENT DESCRIPTION iirreta sexo doin toa Iano x akRn SH Ex bana au rn Rb gees 18 2 1 Kee 20 2 2 Technical specifications contd sssssssssseeeenee nnn 22 23 Accessory KI eege 23 3 GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ece etuer e nbus nuno enun naue tna nuu Urna iS on Ea reu opua 24 3 1 Safety rure 24 3 2 StaRRsed Incident Report rte tuii danni 25 4 INSTALLATION rec aa Ea paia 26 5 STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES S O P eene 27 5 1 Basics of Bio safety uiscera uius re
177. ipettes Order nr QTST049000 More information can be found in the Control Pipette User Manual MRN 019 10 2 Monitoring measurement quality with StaRRsed Control StaRRsed Control is an in vitro diagnostic quality control material to monitor the accuracy and precision of Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate ESR instruments and procedures This instruction is only applicable for StaRRsed Control used on Mechatronics ESR StaRRsed instruments StaRRsed Control is available in Abnormal range Level A Normal range Level N The software can produce statistical data for further analysis for e Defining control limits accept or reject patient results e Error detecting systematic or random errors e Evaluation of QC results 10 2 1 Limitations StaRRsed Control is to be used for Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate testing only and shall not be used to control any other hematology procedure StaRRsed Control shall not be used as a standard StaRRsed Control should not be used past the expiration date Mechatronics as supplier of the StaRRsed Control shall not be liable for any claimed damages arising from other than intended usage 10 2 2 Expected value range StaRRsed Control is assayed for the StaRRsed ESR analyzers The assayed mean values and expected ranges are derived from multiple analyses at different sites and on multiple instruments The values provided on the package insert and encoded in the tubes barcode are specific for
178. iquid separator Clean all parts with hot water and a brush Use some acid free vaseline on the screw thread of the glass jar Assemble the separator StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Page 339 Rm mechatronics Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact Replacing 1 Replace the top section A little silicon grease on the rim of separator will make the assembling and adjustment easier 2 If applicable replace the bacterial HEPA filter For Maintenance Level 4 Exchange bacterial HEPA filter QWLV040002 3 Re connect the silicon tube to the tube connector on the top section Lift left cover Lift stainless steel vacuum tube up Insert the liquid separator sliding it over the support shelf Push the liquid separator towards the rear with the sensor connectors in the holes 8 Release the stainless steel vacuum tube 9 Replace the waste container 10 Close left cover NO os On waste bottle If used Exchange bacterial filter QWLV040001 on the waste bottle assembly 3 Exchange Rinse and Saline tube assembly New rinse pump tube assembly New saline pump tube assembly ESRIO90902 ESRI090903 E ALINE LER LUE AER New tube replacement 1 Open left cover 2 Pull pump tube slightly downwards and at the same time towards the front of the unit to release the tube out of the pump plate holder 3 Remove the old tube from the peristaltic pump rotor 4 D
179. ir bubbles on page 159 4 Column height nnn Warning Column height must be between 180 and 210mm nnn the actual column height 5 Measure error Warning The down count is not equal to the up count from the measure head 6 Bubbles on top Warning Air bubbles on top of the ESR See Section Trouble shooting Air bubbles on page 159 Page 280 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact 7 Limit error Error One of the following limits are out of the setting range ESR Time Column height Dilution Bubbles on top Hazy aspect Temperature StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Page 281 Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact mechatronics Appendix Rack adapters Auto Compact The StaRRsed Auto Compact comes with a Mechatronics rack adapter set which accommodate one of the following rack types Sysmex Low profile High profile with multi tube holders Order number VERA 1490001 Sysmex Low profile High profile with clips Order number VERA 1490002 Coulter LH750 Order number VERA 1490003 Abbot long black Order number VERA 1490005 Bayer Advia Order number VERA 1490006 Abbot Short white CD3500 3700 Order number VERA 1490007 ABX open Pentra 80 Order number VERA 1490008 ABX closed Pentra 120 Order number VERA 1490009 Coulter HmX Order number VERA149010 Beck
180. is active Aspect clear hazy Manually entered code number Sedimentation pipette number number on the pipette belt Actual sedimentation time in minutes 9 Temperature in degrees Centigrade 10 Error message if the Analyser detects an error 11 EDTA mode Ooh gom uw REPORT EXAMPLE Not to scale StaRRsed Date 20 05 14 Time 15 28 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 915001 42 84 75 CLEAR 17 30 23 EDTA StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 119 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Reporting 8 2 3 ESR Error Error messages can be found on the printout in column 10 If errors are found during the measurement the Compact will give an audible alarm The Error message is displayed on the main screen 8 2 3 1 ESR Error and Warning code messages ESR ERROR and WARNING code messages This code appears in the sample data record at column 10 The following codes are defined O No errors 1 No cells plasma found Error No contents could be detected in the pipette ESR Probably gt 140 mm Error Extremely high ESR value Too many borders found Error More than three borders found possibly air bubbles See Section Trouble shooting Air bubbles on page 159 4 Column height lt nnn gt Warning Column height must be between 180 and 210mm lt nnn gt the actual column height 5 Measure error Warning The down count is not equal to the up count from the measure head
181. isconnect the tubing at both ends of the tube connectors Page 340 SiaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact Connect new tubing to both ends of the connectors Place one end of the tube in the pump plate holder Pull the new tube over the peristaltic pump rotor Pull pump tube slightly downwards and at the same time towards the back of the StaRRsed Auto Compact ONO 4 Fill and clean Cleaning agent preparation Auto Compact Fill and clean This cycle takes about 90 minutes 1 Fill the clean adapter VERA119002 with hot de ionized water till the first mark in the adapter 180 ml 2 Add cleaning agent QRR 010905 till the second marker in the adapter 18 ml 3 Place the two caps on the adapter and mix well 4 Put the adapter in the Input pool 5 Select MAINTENANCE PRIME CLEAN button FILL AND CLEAN Pipette data will be lost Qui Use Fill amp Clean adapter ON Start Fill and clean procedure 1 Select button OK 2 The adapter will be transported to the needle position 3 The needle goes down and the fill and clean process is started 4 When all the pipettes are filled the needle goes back to the home position and the adapter is moved to the release position and will be transported into the End pool StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 341 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Work instruction
182. istory Reagents Maintenance Settings Service Gm lr CAROUSEL POSITION This display presents the position of the carousel for the Measure station position Rinse station position and the Fill station position FORWARD AND BACKWARD MOVEMENT OF THE CAROUSEL With this function the carousel can be moved one position backwards and forwards Warning Only for trained personnel When this function is used the built in safety functions are not active be careful GO TO RINSE POSITION Enter a pipette number the carousel will then turn to the stop position which is always the Rinse station SET RINSE POSITION The Compact has a self encoding pipette position system If an intermittent position error is displayed the position must be entered manually PIPETTE FLOW TEST Warning Pipettes must be empty before starting this function Before the confirmation of the function the warning Pipette data will be lost gt is displayed This is a useful function for checking the pipette position adjustment vacuum adjustment and filling height sensor positioning adjustment Each individual pipette is tested and results are sent to the printer DELETE PIPETTE DATA This function will erase all pipette data Make sure that there are no samples on the pipette belt StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 83 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN R _ mechatronics Auto Compact program LANGUAGE The selection box for the l
183. it should reply by sending a Non Acknowledge char 15 if the string is found faulty Sample request Checksum always ON After sending the request string the StaRRsed Auto Compact expects a ACK NACK seeCompact bi directional protocol definition from the Host computer e If the StaRRsed Auto Compact receives an ACK it will wait for the conformation string and respond with a ACK NACK according to the protocol definition e When the conformation string is received it will Respond with an ACK if the conformation string is OK and goes to the next sample Or e Page 236 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact e When the string is not OK it is responding with an NACK and the Host computer must send the conformation string again After 3 attempts the Host computer must stop sending the conformation string and the StaRRsed Auto Compact won t do an ESR on this sample and goes to the next sample The Host computer needs to be ready for the request string of the next sample e If the StaRRsed Auto Compact does not receive the conformation string within 10 seconds it will send the request string again After 3 attempts it won t do an ESR on this sample and goes to the next sample e If the StaRRsed Auto Compact receives a NACK it will send the request string again After 3 attempts it will stop communication and generate an error e If the StaRRsed Auto Compact
184. it will be necessary to perform this step several times One cycle is 5 strokes of the Diluter 4 PRIME DE IONIZED WATER activates the fill nozzle water valve DE IONIZED WATER must flow through the tube connected to the fill nozzle cap 5 PRIME DISINFECTANT activates the disinfectant valve Disinfectant must flow through the small tube connected to the pipette wash station When the StaRRsed Auto Compact has been idle for more than eight hours some reagents may have dropped from the tubes due to gravity Prime all tubing before sampling with PRIME ALL UNITS All priming functions are sequentially performed one time Page 126 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Operation 9 4 Turn off It is recommended to turn the StaRRsed Auto Compact off at the end of the day Before the instrument is turned off it is good practice to carry out the Daily maintenance on page 136 or at least the End of day wash procedure This will help to keep the instrument clean and almost free of bacterial growth for a period of days WARNING Always be aware of the dangers of infection especially during maintenance Take the appropriate precautions Note The StaRRsed Auto Compact may remain switched ON continuously However the customer should consider environmental issues such as energy consumption when the instrument is not to be used for some time It is also recommended to completely restart the inst
185. ition motor timeout Tube n gt Tube n 1 18 Mixing time long 19 Mixer motor timeout Fil pos T10 Delay time conveyer motor TLL Mixing time short Ti2 Delay time mixer motor T13 Position motor timeout Home T16 Position motor timeout Home gt In For service purpose only Those settings are set in the factory no need for altering the time settings The following timing settings T8 and T9 are used for the mixer setting Page 102 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 7 2 LIMS settings i Reagents Maintenance D Select a communication port to communicate with the Compact 6 7 2 1 Set LIMS communication settings Communication with LIMS can be a serial or an ethernet connection USE SERIAL OUTPUT Serial output comport ASRL2 INSTR By default Baud rate Selectable 1200 4800 and 9600 Data bits Selectable 7 or 8 data bits Party bit Selectable none space mark even and odd Stop bits Selectable 1 1 5 or 2 stop bits Flow control Selectable for e None e XON XOFF e RTS CTS e DTR DSR e XON XOFF A RTS CTS e XON XOFF A DTR DSR Qu UT de D Iur ics StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 103 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN R mechatronics Auto Compact program When the selection button is pressed the virtual keyboard pops up Type the correct numbers into the numerical
186. ix Error list Auto Compact on page 198 Page 168 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Trouble shooting 15 20 New rack adapter Go to SERVICE SCREEN and select POSITION MOTOR SELECT RACK and select the required rack type Go to TEST POSITION motor and Go TO TUBE position and set in Tube number 1 The Gripper motor will move the rack to the first position of the rack Check if the needle is above the first hole If the needle is not above the first hole turn the wheel on the motor until the needle is above the hole Check that the needle is going though the hole by using the Outer needle function DOWN Get the needle out of the hole press the function UP By turning the wheel the actual position numbers are changed When the needle is going nicely through the hole press the SAVE AS TUBE 1 POSITION Next step is press Save settings Now all the new settings are saved in the file and Eeprom 15 21 Rack unit errors The rack unit can give errors on the e Gripper module on page 169 e Mixer module on page 171 e Mixer module on page 171 15 21 1 Gripper module E61 till E67 E69 E71 E72 E80 till E88 are the error codes and the text in the status line begins with Grabber did not reach the e The OUT release position Starting point FILL position e The MIX position Starting point OUT position e The HOME position Could not reach or detect the home sensor e The IN catch
187. l 25 e 90 Dilution principle 16 Disinfectant 157 Disinfectant QRR 010947 116 Display error history 66 75 95 Display error history Service e 111 Display maintenance history 66 76 Display maintenance history Service 95 110 Display patient results 40 42 43 Display pipette data 40 41 Display rack history 36 40 45 Display rack status 40 45 46 Display reagent history 63 64 Display Sample history 40 42 55 Display sample history QC 55 Document history overview 3 E E C Declaration StaRRsed Auto Compact 30 EDTA mode 361 End of day wash options 79 End of day wash procedure 69 127 Page 360 mechatronics End of day wash schedule settings 79 Error Messages 135 ESR 361 ESR Error 47 120 175 176 ESR Error and Warning code messages 120 131 ESR Statistics screens 40 47 126 Expected value range 128 Explain conveyer 99 Explain mixer 98 Explanation of available documentation 17 F Facts and definitions 28 Fill and clean procedure 69 142 Fill and clean screen 69 Fill nozzle 167 Fill nozzle does not engage with pipette 167 Fill nozzle not at fill position 167 Fill nozzle not at home position 168 Fill procedure 125 Fill station 36 Fill stop sensor 73 Fill time out error 164 Fill nozzle O ring replacement 142 Flow sensor 73 Flow test absolute 85 Flow test Fill sensor air 86 Flow te
188. l into InteRRliner V8 one manual menuya Changes are made on code levels 6 10 July 2007 Re install missing link Appendix H E van Dijk Error list Auto Compact In Self close script set timer longer Page 4 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics E March 2007 Section 5 amp 3 April 2006 Work instructions December Renumber the 2005 section 5 6 1 2 to 3 Renumber section 5 6 1 3 to 4 Insert section 5 6 1 2 Conveyer motor test Insert in the 5 4 the fill and clean procedure September All sensor values 2005 are the same in the following sections Appendix Maintenance Section Check sensor Work instruction 186 Document CMe tt history overview overview All screen shoots are updated for H E van Dijk software version 2 13 and higher Add self closing up pops screens Installation section 3 and text how to connect the PC to the Auto Compact and host Section 5 all kind of changes Add appendix PC connections Some spell corrections in the manual Review all the Work instructions H E van Dijk and add the latest information to the instructions Review the Maintenance schedule Add missing maintenance item to section 11 Add instructions to the Maintenance schedule Add new work instructions WI 204 and WI 205 All the screen shots are updated Add new work instructions 202 and 203 Correction made in WI 191 192 193 194 Add in settings carrousel the p
189. lculations If Auto dilution adjust is set to OFF the system works with the number which is set in Dilution adjustment 60 till 140 If Auto dilution adjust is set to ON the software automatically set the Dilution adjustment 60 till 140 Instructions to set up the Auto dilution adjust Set the Auto dilution adjust OFF Set in SETTINGS GENERAL SETTINGS Display dilution ON Run a few representative fresh blood samples of the day and note the dilution rates which are displayed at the status line Add the found dilution rate and take the average By entering the percentage deviation a correction value can be made Example If the average dilution rate is 92 enter 108 in order to correct to a 100 dilution rate If no input is given a warning lt Out of range gt is displayed Note Use only recent samples lt 12 hours otherwise the software settings will not be representative e Set the average dilution rate in Dilution adjust 60 140 e Runmore samples to inspect the dilution rate again e If the dilution rates are in expectation continue to the following steps e Set Auto dilution adjust ON e Runa few more samples to inspect the dilution rate again Page 90 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN R mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 6 2 4 Diluent flow check Diluent flow check The Diluent flow check is default switched ON When the flow sensor is still giving errors after trouble shootin
190. ld be checked by the customer E 18 1 1 1 3 EDTA mode EDTA mode is used for undiluted samples collected in tubes with EDTA anticoagulant The samples are automatically diluted on the StaRRsed Auto Compact during aspiration The usual amount of EDTA in sample tubes is 1 8 mg per 1 ml blood 1 ml of blood weighs ca 1060 mg and the concentration of EDTA is therefore 0 1796 and well within the requirements for the EDTA mode on this instrument Bidirectional Citrate mode StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Glossary of Terms 18 1 1 1 4 ESR ESR is short for Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate It is the amount of sedimentation setting of erythrocytes red blood cells ina blood column during a specified time H 18 1 1 1 5 Hazy A sedimentation is reported to be hazy when the boundary between blood plasma and erythrocytes can not be defined clearly 18 1 1 1 6 Host In this manual the term HOST is used to indicate the computer system and associated software LIMS that provides the sample management for the laboratory 18 1 1 1 7 IVD IVD is short for In Vitro Diagnostic This kind of diagnostic is performed on biological samples in a test tube or more generally in a controlled environment outside a living organism n vitro means in glass in Latin M 18 1 1 1 8 MRN MRN is short for Master Registration Number It is used as an identification number for any manual for Mechatronic
191. le did not reach the fill position in a certain time limit Possible reason e Fill nozzle motor is faulty e Fill nozzle motor driver is faulty e Fill nozzle is blocked e Fatal error call distributor StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 167 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Trouble shooting 15 18 3 Fill nozzle not at home position E13 is the error code and in the status line the text Fill nozzle did not reached the Home position within a certain time limit The fill nozzle did not reach the home top sensor with a certain time limit e Fill nozzle motor faulty e Fill nozzle motor driver is faulty e Fill nozzle is blocked e Fatal error call distributor 15 19 Piercing error There are two error codes related to a piercing error E7 and E20 E7 Outer needle motor position error Timeout piercing The Outer needle did not go down within a certain time limit This can be caused by e Tube motor position error e Blockage of the Outer needle e Faulty Outer needle motor e Faulty Tube motor driver on the needle board E20 Outer needle motor position error piercing error The Outer needle could not go down all the way This can be caused by e Piercing position sensor was triggered e Piercing position sensor was not triggered check the piercing position sensor e Tube 1 not aligned properly check the tube 1 position setting and save the setting For other error numbers and details See the Append
192. le home sensor Check sample probe home sensor Faulty Outer needle motor Faulty Sample probe motor Check if needles are blocked Faulty motor drivers on the needle board See section Quality control trouble shooting on page 175 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechetronics Appendix Maintenance schedule Maintenance Schedule StaRRsed Auto Compact Example Sample volume 350 per day 5 working days Perform End of day wash Clean outside aspiration needle Check needle condition Check tubing diluent syringe Clean outside instrument Clean Fill nozzle Clean Liquid separator Check sensors Replace Fill nozzle O ring Replace bacterial air filter HEPA StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Page 209 mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Replace Disc filter white Only if internal QWLV040001 waste container is used Replace Waste cassette assembly ESRIO90921 Replace Blotting washer waste pump ESRI090026 Replace Pinch valve tube ESRI010246 Check Pipette valves bodies and replace if X QTST040001 84 necessary 84 pieces Replace al tubing wih Tubing se 11 III Loes creck Rackansponnt 1 1 LX d ECL Page 210 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechetronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact For older models aanert
193. les If trapped air bubbles are found go to tab MAINTENANCE click button PRIME CLEAN ON PAGE 67 and perform the PRIME DILUENT function Wipe outer surface and stainless steel plate below the pipettes with disinfectant Exchange air filter Page 344 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact Air filter replacement ESRI QWLV0400003 1 Pull both tube connectors out of the blue filter 2 Place new blue filter 3 Reconnect the tube connectors on the filter StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 345 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact Rm mechatronics Work instruction Number 198 Page 1 of 9 Purpose Maintenance level 2 Safety Bio Hazard area Instrument Auto Compact Revision 001 March 2014 1 Clean Fill nozzle and exchange O ring Fill Nozzle Disassemble the fill nozzle Disassemble fill nozzle holder 1 Turn the holder to the right 1 Turn the holder to the right 2 The fill nozzle can now be removed 2 The holder can now be removed 3 Disconnect the silicon tube from the fill nozzle The use of a toothbrush and detergent is recommended 1 Carefully scrub the fill nozzle inner part 2 Use a tissue to dry the fill nozzle Replace O ring Remove the O ring QWLV050004 Install new O ring QWLV050004 Page 346 SiaRRsed Auto
194. licable Example of a limit error message without 30 minute ESR and 120 minute ESR L_err 123 89 200 CS Checksum XOR sum off all the data with the exception of CS STX and ETX E g CS byte2 XOR byte3 XOR byte 4 XOR etc Note Cannot be equal to that of the ETX byte 03h The CS byte verifies the accuracy of each transmitted message Before transmission the value of the CS byte is calculated by the exclusive or ing of all data bytes in the message with the exception of CS STX and ETX Since the CS byte precedes the ETX byte within the data stream the calculated value for CS cannot be equal to that of the ETX byte 03h Therefore if the calculated CS value is 03h the transmitted CS byte is set to the substitute value 83h in order to avoid erroneous action by the receiving device Page 234 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Appendix Protocol Compact bidirectional Bidirectional protocol definition of the sample request string from the StaRRsed Auto Compact to the Host computer Positions in the string 3 2 jsj4js e z e o tro rr 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 26 26 27 20 29 30 a ESR Sample request string definition from StaRRsed Auto Compact to host computer sx se Ejsj R s R sp t 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 roji 12 is ia 15 16 t7 T8 SP R SP es em Definition of the string STX a
195. ll nozzle inner part 2 Use a tissue to dry the fill nozzle Disassemble fill nozzle holder 1 Turn the holder to the right 2 The holder can now be removed StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Page 319 Ro mechatronics Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact Replace O ring Remove the O ring QWLV050004 Install new O ring QWLV050004 Assembly holder Push the head down 1 Turn the head anti clockwise till clicking sound 2 Turn the head clockwise for 1 5 turns mmm c Assemble fill nozzle holder Assemble fill nozzle 1 Connect the silicon tube to the fill nozzle 2 Putthe fill nozzle into the holder 1 Turn the plastic top part until you hear 4 Push the fill nozzle upwards and turn of feel a click the holder to the left 2 Turn the plastic top part clokwise for 1 5 turns Push the plastic top part down against the spring pressure Assemble fill nozzle 1 Connect the silicon tube to the fill nozzle 2 Put the fill nozzle into the holder 3 Push the fill nozzle upwards and turn the holder to the left Page 320 SiaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN R mechatronics Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact mechatronics Work instruction Number 205 Page 1 of 1 Purpose Replace the pinch valve tube ESRIO10246 Safety Bio Hazard area Instrument Compact Revision 001 February 2005 Replace the
196. lumn 5 The following 4 codes are defined 0 Sample is clear Sample is Hazy 10 1 2 Sample is Hazy 25 3 Sample is Hazy 25 Results with hazy aspect can be suppressed in the menu Limit error settings Compact ERROR code messages This code appears in the sample data record at variable HGB The following 7 codes are defined 0 No errors 1 Nocells plasma found Error No contents could be detected in the pipette StaHRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 271 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact mechatronics ESR Probably gt 140 mm Error Extremely high ESR value Too many borders found Error More than three borders found possibly air bubbles See Section Trouble shooting Air bubbles on page 159 4 Column height lt nnn gt Warning Column height must be between 180 and 210mm lt nnn gt the actual column height 5 Measure error Warning The down count is not equal to the up count from the measure head 6 Bubbles on top Warning Air bubbles on top of the ESR See Section Trouble shooting Air bubbles on page 159 7 Limit error Error One of the following limits are out of the setting range ESR Time Column height Dilution Bubbles on top Hazy aspect Temperature Page 272 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechetronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Co
197. lushed with de ionized water 6 5 1 5 Prime Disinfectant e PRIME DISINFECTANT During a pipette rinse cycle a small amount of disinfectant is flushed around the bottom of the pipette and into the waste system 6 5 1 6 Prime all units When the StaRRsed Auto Compact has been idle for more than eight hours some reagents may have dropped from the tubes due to gravity Prime all tubing before sampling with PRIME ALL UNITS All priming functions are sequentially performed one time 6 5 1 7 Wash each pipette e Wash each pipette When the pipette belt turns one position the pipette at the rinse position will be rinsed and dried regardless if it was filled or not 6 5 1 8 Wash only sample pipettes e Wash only sample pipettes All pipettes which are currently holding samples are washed and dried ones A warning is shown on the display lt Pipette data will be lost gt NOTE Before executing this function check carefully if there are samples in the pipette belt that need to be measured Any remaining samples will be washed away and will NOT be measured 6 5 1 9 Wash all pipettes e Wash all pipettes All pipettes on the pipette belt are washed and dried ones A warning is shown on the display lt Pipette data will be lost gt NOTE Before executing this function check carefully if there are samples in the pipette belt that need to be measured Any remaining samples will be washed away and will NOT be measured Pag
198. ly e cleared after removing the racks and the rack will be released End pool full e Check Rack out sensor See E61 See E61 See E61 See E61 Gripper did not reached the MIX position to start a short mix Starting point FILL position Gripper did not reached the MIX position Starting point FILL position Gripper did not reached the MIX position after reading the barcode Starting point FILL position Gripper did not reached the FILL position after mixing the rack Starting point MIX position Gripper did not reached the FILL position Starting point last sampled tube See E61 See E61 See E61 See E61 See E61 See E61 See E61 Gripper did not reached the IN catch position Starting point MIX position Gripper did not reached the IN catch position after gripper error Starting point MIX position Gripper did not reached the MIX position Starting point FILL position Gripper did not reached the MIX position Starting point IN position Gripper did not reached the FILL position Starting point last sampled tube Gripper did not reached the MIX position Starting point FILL position Page 207 Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact E104 Needle unit not in up position E116 118 Page 208 Could not start the position motor because the outer needle or sample probe is not its home position top Quality Control Errors mechatronics Check outer need
199. m error on position settings stored in Eeprom Settings are loaded from file Check Position settings and save settings StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact board is faulty Mixer maybe hitting the bottom transport belts Mixer is blocked Mixer motor is faulty Mixer motor driver on rack board is faulty End pool full Check Rack out sensor Rack maybe on its side Check End pool full sensor Check conveyer belt motor Possible hardware failure in Eeprom Possible hardware failure in Eeprom Possible hardware failure in Eeprom Possible hardware failure in Eeprom Page 203 Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact E60 Mixermotor error Hardware E61 Position motor error Not on position OUT E62 Position motor error Not on position MIX E63 Position motor error Home sensor E64 Position motor error Not on position IN E65 Position motor error Not on position MIX E66 Gripper error Rack not in gripper E67 Position motor error Not on position FILL Page 204 mechatronics Could not home mixer motor Check rack timing setting T1 Mixer motor is faulty Mixer motor is blocked Mixer motor driver on rack board is faulty Check mixer motor belt Gripper did not reach the OUT release position Starting point FILL position Position gripper motor is faulty Position
200. man Coulter DXH 800 VERA149021 See VERA140800 1 Rack Adapter Configurations Detail and VERA140800 2 Rack Adapter Configurations Detail Page 282 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics _ _ Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Appendix RS 232 board baud rate settings Dual RS 232 Board BZA 02 047 There are two rows pins on the board The left row JP1 is for the communication setting for the barcode reader and is set on default 9600 baud The right row JP2 is for the communication port settings and is set on default 4800 baud To change the port setting replace the jumper to the required setting you want StaHRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 283 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Appendix RS 232 9 pins hardware connections Compact The 25 pin sub D Male connector is for the serial output of the StaRRsed Auto Compact The default communication parameters are set as 2400 8 N 1 Connector layout DB25 13 14 9 Ta 5 3 a 43 12 9 19 9174 tl 12329 4856 7 49 49 e e e DOO EES 00 e D 9496 GED EI ENED op 24 24 22 24 20 ag 19 47 16 4g 14 44 09 46 T ag 1 a9 2125 23 1 25 DB25 View looking into female connector DB25 View looking into male connector Notes Description Data Carrier Detect Raised by DCE when modem synchronized Output Receive Data a k a RxD Rx Arriving data from DCE TX nput Transmit Data
201. mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact 7 Limit error Error One of the following limits are out of the setting range ESR Time Column height Dilution Bubbles on top Hazy aspect Temperature StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Page 299 R mechatronics Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact 17 WORK INSTRUCTION STARRSED AUTO COMPACT Work instruction section Page 300 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN RR mechatronics Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact RQ mechatronics Work instruction Number 162 Page 1 of 1 Purpose Change Rinse pump tube Safety None Bio Hazard area Instrument Compact Revision 001 October 2012 New rinse pump tube assembly ESRI090902 New tube replacement 1 2 o 1900 O0 Open left cover Pull pump tube slightly downwards and at the same time towards the front of the unit to release the tube out of the pump plate holder Remove the old tube from the peristaltic pump rotor Disconnect the tubing at both ends of the tube connectors Connect new tubing to both ends of the connectors Place one end of the tube in the pump plate holder Pull the new tube over the peristaltic pump rotor Pull pump tube slightly downwards and at the same time towards the back of the StaRRsed Auto Compact StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 301 Version 6 68 M
202. mm Text format E g 0001 0 01 24 hour clock 100 E S R 30 minutes mm h 5 XXXXX 105 E S R in mm 60 minute mm h 5 XXXXX 110 E S R 60 minutes temperature corrected mm h 5 XXXXX 115 E S R 120 minutes mm h 5 XXXXX If applicable 120 Reserved spaces 10 text 130 Sample code 5 XXXXX See section Sample codes 135 Aspect code 5 XXXXX See section Aspect codes 140 Manually added code 5 XXXXX 145 Pipette number 5 XXXXX 150 Sedimentation time minutes 5 XXXXX 158 Temperature 5 XXXXX 160 Dilution rate 5 XXXXX 165 Column height mm 5 XXXXX 170 Error code 5 XXXXX See section ESR error codes 175 Limit error message results 30 text See section Limit error message on page 121 205 Reserved spaces 50 text 255 Checksum 1 CS See section Checksum calculation 256 End of text 1 ETX Total 256 Text left aligned followed by spaces StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 227 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact XX number digits 0 9 with leading spaces Non specified positions are filled with spaces Sample codes Aspect codes Sample type Transmitted code Aspect Transmitted code Patient sample 0 Clear 0 QC normal 1 Hazy 10 1 QC abnormal 2 Hazy 25 2 Hazy gt 25 3 Page 228 mechatronics StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechetronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Note Transmission of QC codes 1 and 2 is part of t
203. mpact 01200 Temperature in degr Celsius i e 12 degr 01200 Sedimentation time in minutes i e 12 min MCHC 12300 30 minute ESR value 123 n a Not applicable SE 9000 Sample data flag record format 131 bytes Parameter OMEN Comment Text distinction code distinction code Text distinction code CR mg Sample dstnefoncede W New a 00 vearoo 2000 Sequencer 1 oa ooo Samoe Dramo Te Paterne fags gr Oa SE9000 Inquiry data record format 21 bytes Parameter COEM Comment Text distinction code distinction code Text distinction code Inquiry mode 4 E ases IIMA Real time inquiry Sample ID no E NENNEN Patient number same as sample data Tube position no Tube position in rack 3 SE9000 order information record format 171 bytes Page 270 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Parameter RN Comment Text distinction code Lope o eS DEEG TL sample does not exist 1 sample exists Daeodeei 8 wnmmw Sampie Dro is Mustbe te same as inguin record Racked SSCS Tube postion 2 E Penn Je S o Patentnane Jl C RS Pareno 8 ow Dewmme fi wem 8 S Swwecmmem 40 we r Cg 0 ESR no T ESRyes awe Compact HAZY code messages The code appears in the sample data record at variable RBC This code appears in the sample data record at co
204. mpact Appendix Protocol Sysmex SE 9000 unidirectional SE9000 Sample data record format 234 bytes This is a modified data record from SE9000 without instrument ID Sample data record format 234 bytes Parameter s Text distinction code 1 SE Text distinction code II 1 S Sample distinction code U ES M N N N Barcode rom barcode reo ID information 4 Barcode from barcode label Patient number Sample ID number Analysis information NEG POS ERR information POSITIVE diff 1 1 Sequence no StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Page 273 mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Posve mommy 3 WBC RBC 000000 01200 Temperature in degr Celsius i e 12 degr a ha o ooo DES na na na n a Not applicable Page 274 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechetronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact SE9000 Sample data flag record format 131 bytes Sey a Text distinction code 1 Text distinction code II Sample distinction code 1 EEN Tuve postion no Je 05 Tube postoninrack 5 oma enner i Compact HAZY code messages The code appears in the sample data record at variable RBC This code appears in the sample data record at column 5 The following 4 codes are defined 0 Sample is clear StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Ve
205. mpact User Manual Page 111 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 7 7 Advanced This screen is used for input direct commands into the software to control all kinds hardware and software settings This is only used by Mechatronics engineers and is not available for third parties e LOAD SETTINGS is used for reloading the stored software settings e SAVE SETTINGS AS is used for storing software settings to a file There are no restrictions for the file name e SAVE SETTINGS is used for storing software settings after settings are changed or altered Page 112 SiaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Getting started 7 GETTING STARTED Check the general settings and select the required options 30 minutes Default is OFF Display dilution Default is OFF EDTA mode Default is ON Display graph Default is OFF Sample probe protection Default is ON Temperature correction Default is ON Fast filling Default is ON Virtual keyboard Default is ON 9 Print after measurement Default is OFF 10 Check for duplicate ID s 11 Check the limit filter settings as recommended set by default QU SUE DT dec Eu Ie The tab Settings is protected by the password Select the tab Settings type the password 3964 and press the ENTER key 7 1 Limit filter settings Check the LIMIT FILTER SETTINGS If it is certain that the LIMS has been programmed to handle
206. mple e Approximately 2 5 ml is used for one Prime cycle The diluent container is a 5 liter container QRR 010931 The solution should be discarded if it becomes turbid If the Diluent does become turbid clean the Diluent container thoroughly with a 596 Na hypochlorite solution After cleaning rinse the container thoroughly with de ionized water Before refilling flush the Diluent bottle with a little Diluent from the bulk container NOTE BH The latest version of the Material Safety Data Sheet MSDS of the used reagents can be found on our web site www mechatronics nl http www mechatronics nl 7 3 4 De ionised water De ionised water is used for rinsing the fill nozzle approximately 0 5 ml The outside of the metal fill nozzle tube is washed automatically after each aspiration Note Add one or two drops of saline to the de ionised water to avoid lt bottle empty alarm gt StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 115 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Getting started 7 3 5 Disinfectant QRR 010947 The disinfectant is used to disinfect the waste system approximately 0 5 ml disinfectant is used after each pipette rinse The disinfectant bottle is a 5 liter container QRR 010947 Note Since January 2013 Disinfectant QRR 010932 is no longer be used and is replaced by QRR 010947 See Information bulletin IB 2013001 Pre flush the disinfectant bottle using disinfectant from the disinfectant container Fill disinfec
207. n 6 68 MRN 071 EN Trouble shooting Rs mechatronics 15 8 2 Pipette looks like zebra crossing If this always occurs in the same pipette check the bottom of the pipette for the following 1 Glass may be chipped e Replace pipette 2 Dirt e g dried blood e Clean the pipette e Check disinfectant flow at the rinse nozzle 3 Perpendicularity and straightness of the bottom face e Replace pipette If this happens randomly or with each pipette check the following 1 Fill nozzle O ring or flat washer 2 Fill nozzle alignment to pipette e Check the nozzle arm is tight on the rear vertical shaft Usually engineer s assistance is required A pipette which looks like zebra crossing gives ESR Error 3 15 8 3 One air bubble about 5 mm under meniscus Page 160 The filling aspiration speed is not critical but should be within certain limits 1 If just one air bubble is found about 5mm below the meniscus the filling speed may be too high 2 The blood column should not exceed the filling height sensor by more than 10mm One air bubble can result in ESR Error 3 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Trouble shooting 15 8 4 One air bubble rising in pipette E 1 Usually this is caused by a wet or dirty fill nozzle e The blood column should not reach right to the base of the pipette There must be a clear air gap of 4 5mm at the bottom of each pipette 2 Insuf
208. n is not active e Immediately The function runs immediately after pressing the button OK e Only once The function runs only once at the selected time e Weekdays The function runs only on working days monday till friday at the selected time Daily The function runs on a daily base at the selected time StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 79 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 6 General settings C m Sample 4j story Reagents we Maintenance Settings Service d d General settings QD ep med on GD rem correction C Se display diution OFF CC D Fast fing QD mame ON CL srtwat keyboard Ce Display graph OFF Ce Print after measurement matrix printers only 1 Sample probe ON Check for duplicate ID s SD sxc C zz Temperature C 37 Pipette wash time sec SEI ESR sedimentation time mn EP Pipette dry time sec gis Sample probe depth mm Jo Midang interval 30 90 sec Gg This screen has five sub screens General settings on page 80 Carousel control on page 83 Diluter settings on page 89 Limit error settings on page 91 5 QC Settings on page 93 Poh gt Selections are made by an ON OFF switch in the screen and by numerical inputs If virtual keyboard is switched ON a virtual keyboard pops up for input the data When Virtual keyboard is switched OFF the arrow keys must be used for input of data When ready press SAVE SETT
209. n rate will be printed as EDTA 079 Dilution errors can be caused by Solution Irregular filling speed due to poor vacuum Check the vacuum settings Blocked sample probe Remove the blockage Blocked T piece Y piece Unblock the the T Piece Y Piece by using a syringe with hot water Sample tube pinch valve error Check if the sample tube pinch valve is working Sample tube not correct in the sample tube Check the sample tube is still fitted correctly in the pinch valve pinch valve Insufficient sample volume Check before sampling if the sample tube has sufficient blood volume Wrong diluter settings Check change diluter settings in software See Diluter settings on page 89 for all possible settings Dilution errors can be solved by the user when all the mentioned solutions does not help to solve the problem technical assistance is needed Display shows Diluter failure May be caused by Mechanical obstruction Diluter power cable loose A defective diluter motor Top or bottom position sensor failure Broken flexible print cable or connector Motor tacho failure D Or ISO O For Diluter failure technical assistance is needed 15 4 3 Air bubbles entering the Diluent system 1 Check the diluter syringe tip 2 Check on the T piece Y piece joints and connectors for leaks and replace if necessary 3 Check the connectors on the EDTA flow sensor for leaks and replace if necessary StaRRsed Auto Compact Us
210. n the Westergren pipette before the aspiration starts 3 V VALVE WASH SECTION Pipette wash vacuum control valve controls the main vacuum line between the wash station and separator 4 VALVE FILL SECTION Vacuum control fill nozzle sample probe controls the main vacuum line between the fill nozzle cap and separator Actuator control 1 RINSE ACTUATOR Rinse solenoid active rinse valve block down 2 FILL ACTUATOR Fill solenoid active fill valve block down Return to Valve on page 109 control on page 109 screen StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 109 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 7 5 Display maintenance history Service E Sample Ld History Maintenance Settings Service amp i 05 05 2008 08 45 11 Measure sensor checked This list contains a log of all the maintenance what is done which can be useful for the field engineer to check the problems with the instrument in the past The key CLEAR will delete all errors from the list Page 110 SiaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechetronics Auto Compact program 6 7 6 Display error history Service A list of the error detection during operation This list contains error numbers what can be useful for the field engineer to check the problems with the instrument in the past The key CLEAR will delete all errors from the list StaRRsed Auto Co
211. n time in minutes 9 Temperature in degrees Centigrade 10 Error message if the Analyser detects an error 11 EDTA mode A oou REPORT EXAMPLE Not to scale StaRRsed Date 20 05 14 Time 15 28 EENNE CIONME NEN 2 ee NNNM eee UM 905001 84 75 CLEAR 17 60 23 EDTA 905002 14 13 Hazy lt 10mm 18 60 23 EDTA 905003 22 21 Hazy lt 25mm 19 60 23 EDTA 905004 67 61 Hazy gt 25mm 20 60 23 EDTA 905005 CLEAR 3 21 60 23 EDTA 905006 5 5 CLEAR 22 60 23 EDTA 079 905007 24 60 23 Too many borders found 905008 25 60 23 L err 84 75 200 EDTA 905002 905003 905004 Sample results with hazy aspect 905005 Sample result with a manual aspect where the manual aspect is shown as a number 3 in column 6 of this data record sample Page 118 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN R mechatronics Reporting 905006 In this sample the dilution rate has a dilution failure of 21 and that is printed as EDTA 079 905007 Sample results with a text error This sample gives Too many borders found Result of a pipette possibly filled with air bubbles 905008 Sample result with a text error This sample is given limit error L_err 84 75 200 8 2 2 Report 30 Minute mode Columns Patient number Not corrected 30 minute ESR result only in use if 30 minute mode is active Not corrected 60 minute ESR result 60 minute ESR result in millimeters corrected for 18 C only in use if temperature correction
212. nce servicing and repair of the instrument in detail Contains detailed descriptions of parts assembly drawings modifications extended trouble shooting flow diagrams etc Only available in English 4 Installation Manual IM Intended for trained service engineers Contains instructions and procedures for installation and start up Only available in English Manuals are available in PDF and HTML format and can be downloaded from http www rrmechatronics com StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 17 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN R mechatronics Instrument description 2 INSTRUMENT DESCRIPTION The StaRRsed Auto Compact can accommodate sample racks from different manufacturers The individual rack with the blood samples is snapped into the Mechatronics rack adapter and need only be placed on the entry platform of the StaRRsed Rack unit The operator simply presses the button Sample mode and walks away The instrument picks up the rack and mixes the blood by rotating the rack 8 times as recommended by the ICSH Barcode labels are read and if an ESR has been requested blood is aspirated from the sample tube Thereafter the Rack is rotated one time to ensure each blood sample is thoroughly mixed and the sample is picked up to be aspirated Aspiration takes place via Mechatronics proprietary double needle mechanism The citrate dilution takes place in a 4 1 ratio and is achieved with 3 accuracy Eighty four Westergren pipettes are h
213. nd ETX are at fixed position first 1 and last 31th position respectively SP Space character 20 E Capital letter E S Capital letter S R Capital letter R 1 18 Position of the sample identification left adjusted and filled up with spaces at the end of the string ae Checksum one char 00 FF that is the EXOR sum of all the data Data The position from position 2 up to and including position 29 Take position 2 and position 3 and EXOR those 2 Take the result and EXOR this with position 3 ect till the position 29 R At position 28 means that this is the Request string STX Char 02 ETX Char 03 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 235 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Sample conformation string definition replied by the host computer to perform an ESR test sm sp fels Ris R isp i 2 3 4 s e 7 a 9 to rt tz 2 4 t5 16 i7ta sp Y spies ETX Y Capital Y at position 28 of the string Sample refuse string definition replied by the host computer to skip the ESR test sm sp fels R s R isp i 2 3 4 s 6 7 9 to rr t2 3 14 t5 16 7 T8 SP N spies ETX N Capital N at position 28 of the string If either the host computer as well the StaRRsed Auto Compact receives a string it should reply by sending an Acknowledge char 06 if the string is found okay If either the host computer as well the StaRRsed Auto Compact receives a string
214. neral setting Temperature Correction is switched ON e E116 QC is out of acceptable range The Sample mode is switched OFF automatically Remaining filled pipettes are processed in the normal manner Messages when the general setting Temperature Correction is switched OFF The software always calculates a temperature corrected result because only temperature corrected results can be compared with the Assay mean value e E116 QC is out of acceptable range The uncorrected and the corrected result are out of range e E117 Uncorrected QC result is out of acceptable range but corrected result is within range The uncorrected result is out of range but the corrected result is within range e E118 Uncorrected QC result is within acceptable range but corrected result is out of range The uncorrected result is within range but the corrected result is out of range See Quality control trouble shooting on page 175 and QC Results screen on page 48 for more details StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 131 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN RS mechatronics Quality control 10 2 6 2 QC Result analysis Authorized staff should identify and differentiate acceptable unacceptable random errors and trends and or shifts in systematic errors from the statistical data Depending on the users Quality Control Procedures analytical results could be accepted or rejected Changes in QC results can be gradual or abrupt Gradual changes can b
215. not home error Measure head is not at the home position e Check the home sensor e Measure motor is faulty 9 Separator full error It takes too long for the waste pump to empty the liquid separator e Check separator assembly on air leaks e Replace waste tubes e Exchange waste pump cassette e Clean liquid separator Page 194 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Appendix Configuration barcode readers The Barcode interface can handle two types of barcode readers e The Opticon 6 mil resolution e The Keyence 4 mil resolution If you are using labels with a higher density contact your local distributor or agent The Barcode reader may be set to accept check digits however this needs to be programmed by the distributor Coda bar Code 39 Code128 UPC EAN and ITF 2 or 5 barcode types can be read with those barcode reader types To set up the barcode readers to client specifications use the set up tools for the barcode readers Detailed information can be found in Keyence Configuration manual MRN 011 or in Opticon Configuration manual MRN 015 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 195 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Appendix PC connections for StaRRsed Auto Compact At the back side of the computer the following connections must be made VGA monitor cable comes from the monitor
216. ns 9 gi m cm em If tube detection errors are persisting call for service Page 172 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Trouble shooting 15 25 Tube not in 1 position Test the first hole settings select SERVICE RACK UNIT POSITION MOTOR Insert a sample rack with a sample tube in the grabber 1 Press IN POSITION and put the rack inside the grabber 2 Press MIX POSITION rack is now held in the grabber 3 Press TUBE POSITION mixer is now moving to the 1 position 4 Press at Outer needle DOWN observe and check the alignment of the first hole When there is a misalignment correct the setting by turning the wheel of the positioning motor till a correct alignment is achieved Press SET AS TUBE POSITION and press SAVE SETTINGS 15 26 Temperature error If the measured room temperature is out of range E27 Temperature sensor out of range Check Settings appears Select SETTINGS GENERAL SETTINGS TEMPERATURE The displayed value is the temperature according the build in thermometer of the StaRRsed Auto Compact 1 Check the room temperature near the pipettes with a room thermometer 2 Enter the measured temperature from the room thermometer as the current value for the temperature sensor 3 SAVE SETTINGS Recommended is to measure the current room temperature is to hold the thermometer in the carousel and before starting normal operation StaRRsed Auto C
217. ntainer s is are empty e The expiry date of the reagent is exceeded or the container is opened longer than three months 3 Prepare new reagent as described in section Reagents preparation Waste bottle full message or No waste bottle message e The waste container also has a level detector If a waste error is shown on the display the StaRRsed Auto Compact will stop filling and cleaning pipettes until a new or empty container has been installed e Empty the waste container and press Clear error 4 Fatal separator error e The Separator container has a level detector If the Fatal Separator error message is indicated on the display the Compact will stop the rinse cycle until the separator is empty e The cause of this problem can be foam or the waste pump is not working The Compact will continue to measure and send the ESR results on time to the printer but the rinse and fill sequences are stopped until the error is solved Page 134 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Compact system messages 12 2 Test messages During the start up sequence all the positing sensors are tested if incorrect the instrument will generate a Test message Switch printer on Test fill nozzle unit Test rinse unit Test measure unit Test needle unit Test drive unit ot ee AS 12 3 System time out lt xxxx gt If during normal operation the following system time out errors occur call dis
218. ntal environmental variations Abrupt changes can be caused by change of QC material batch or possible hardware errors If results are continuously out of range due to significant difference between calculated mean and control value but the statistics show precise results with small deviations it should be considered to expand the acceptable assay range with QC Settings on page 93 If results are incidentally out of range it is advised to perform a daily maintenance and or fill and clean step and then perform another QC sample step before releasing patient results If results are not send to the LIMS QC Results can be exported to MS Excel CSV files for further analysis in lab s own Quality Control data system 6 3 6 History analyse a Analyse results Error C Bay 10 he CO Et No cells plasma found KK O wi column height Oras o O EZ ESR Probably gt 140mm 14 O Wa Measure error Cipa zg s E Toomany borders found 43 C Wa Bubbles ontopesr fioa 38582702 1 Dec 06 10 39 48 2 jil i Too many borders found 40078302 1t 0ec08 15 04 10 3 2 il Too many borders found 43188502 11 0ec 08 12 32 06 i Too many borders found 59242102 At00c98 1630 1 LS A p Too many trordecs found 1 f 11600002 11 Dec08 10 18 45 2 i Too many borders found 11315702 11 0ec08 14 48 58 11314400 _ 1t Dec0814 49 6 29 i ZFA 11315102 11 0ec08 14 47 22 12 2
219. o Compact User Manual Page 155 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN r mechatronics Trouble shooting 15 5 2 Vacuum error The Compact monitors the vacuum pressure If the vacuum pressure drops below a pre set level a Vacuum error message will be indicated on the Main screen Vacuum error may caused by 1 Blocked filter Replace the blue filter e WI 179 Replace blue air filter on page 312 2 Liquid separator wrongly assembled or blocked e WI 196 Cleaning liquid separator on page 315 3 Main vacuum pump defective e Fatal error technical assistance is needed 4 Bad vacuum Adjustment needed on the vacuum e Fatal error technical assistance is needed 5 Blockage in the 3 way vacuum manifold e Fatal error technical assistance is needed Page 156 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Trouble shooting 15 6 Flushing liquids After each sample aspiration the entire system is washed automatically If there is no liquid flow e Check that the peristaltic pumps are running If the pump tubes are worn or leaking replace the tubes e Check that the pump tubes are installed correctly e Check the tubes between the containers and pumps valves e Unscrew the cap from the container Check the pick up tubes in the container and that there is enough liquid in the container e Check the tubes for blockages or kinks 15 6 1 De ionized water Select from MAINTENANCE gt PRIME
220. o the actual room temperature near the pipette belt The value can be set in tab SETTINGS 6 5 2 4 Diluter start e Check Diluter start sensor This sensor is only used in EDTA mode If the diluter does not start during the aspiration the status of this sensor must be checked The value should be Diluter start sensor400 700 6 5 2 5 Diluent flow sensor e Check Diluent flow sensor This sensor is only used in EDTA mode When activated the LED Down is green and the LED Up is red When the button Test is clicked the LED Up must become green After finishing the test both LED s must be green 6 5 2 6 Separator sensor e Check Separator sensor The value must be in range of 200 600 gt 700 6 5 2 7 Flow sensor e Check Flow sensor The vacuum unit switches on and the values must be in this range For StaRRsed Auto Compact Flow 0925 0980 1020 Abs 0300 360 0390 Note If for example the yellow orifice is blocked the flow will be Offset 0045 0050 0055 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 73 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 5 2 8 Measure sensor e Check Measure sensor In Service mode When the sensor is not engaged with the pipette the Value must be within the following limits MS 40 50 60 Press the button MEASURE The pipette currently at the measure position will be measured The results are displayed in graphical form Raw data is also stored on the D drive D MeasureTest txt
221. oard settings a a a E a ns Lm WW Tl Digital UO Board BZA 02 043 Drive BOARD Type Rinse Vacuum BOARD Measure pump BOARD Led s BZA 02 043 Type Type BZA 02 043 BZA 02 043 Page 294 SiaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Number Dive Board Rinse Vacuum board Measure pump board in picture Picture 3 0008 FFFB 0000 FFF3 000C FFFF Board address Selector Picture 2 Current Jumper Picture 1 Forward reverse Selector mec ml StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 295 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Appendix TDLIMS protocol Tdlims sample data record format 234 bytes This is a modified data record coming from a SE9000 with instrument ID aaa Sl az O O O 03 MonihS mach o 05 Tube postion nrackz5 Barcode from barcode label 4 Patient number o D 3 1 o Q D pes D o O o a ON o 3 D pes N E A o ES o o Parameter Text distinction code Sample distinction code O 5 lt Month Year Rack no Tube position no Sequence no ID information NEG POS ERR information POSITIVE diff POSITIVE morph POSITIVE count ERROR func ERROR result Order information Reserve Reserve Reserve Reserve Reserve 000000 123000 Esr value 123 mm Page 296 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Man
222. obe together out the needle assembly 4 Mark each tube for easier reconnecting to the correct nipple 5 Disconnect the tubes from the outer needle Needle exchange 1 Install new sample probe ESRIO50909 together with a new outer needle VERAO59009 2 Slide the new sample probe into the new outer needle 3 Make sure the Sample probe has a new O ring QWLV050003 4 Install new sample probe ESHIO50909 together with the new outer needle StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 137 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rs mechatronics Maintenance 5 Put the sample probe in the outer needle 6 Replace the needles onto the needle assembly 7 Tighten the sample probe Do not over tighten the sample probe in the T piece Y piece or it will crack or strip the threading inside the block 8 Replace the correct tubes on the outer needle 9 Fasten the outer needle bolt Do not over tighten the screw 10 Replace the cover on the Rack unit 13 3 Weekly The purpose of the weekly maintenance is to carry out the daily maintenance and additionally check the optical sensor of the measure head and the vacuum pressure Detailed instructions of this procedure can be found in the Work Instruction Weekly maintenance on page 325 13 3 1 Check the sensors in service mode Vacuum pressure check e Go to tab MAINTENANCE gt CHECK SENSOR Select CHECK FLOW SENSOR box Flow 0925 0980 1020 Abs 0300 360 0390 Offset 0045 0050 0055
223. ode raised only when RI arrives from DCE 5 asa loon CSCS 6 DSR input Data Set Ready Raised by DCE to indicate reaoy 7 RS RTS Outp Request To Send Raised by DTE when it wishes to send BENE 5 NR 8 05 07S input Clear To Send Raised by DCE in response to RTS from DTE Input Ring Indicator Set when incoming ring detected used for auto answer application DTE raised DTR to answer Null modem with loop back handshaking for DB 9 connectors The simple null modem cable without handshaking shows incompatibilities with common software The main problem with this cable is that there is a possibility for the software to hang if it checks the modem signal lines in a proper way l e with this null modem cable good written programs will perform worse than badly written programs To overcome this problem and still be able to use a cheap null modem communication cable with only three lines in it a fake null modem cable layout has been defined The null modem cable with loop back handshaking resulted from this Page 288 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN R mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact DB 9 female ajeula 6 gd DC Connector connector2 Joie 2 RD RXD lt SD SD DTR gt CD DSR DTR gt CD DSR RS RTS gt CS CTS RS RTS gt CS CTS ECH lt SD TXD SG The main purpose of this null modem cable is to let well defined so
224. ompact User Manual Page 173 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Trouble shooting 15 27 Communication error E2 Error E2 appears if there is a communication problem between the StaRRsed Auto Compact and computer During startup 3 retries are performed the software checks the availability of all needed connections Example of the message E2 Communication error Board Needle 56 Command 28 TWSR 0 E 3 The indication of the board gives the first location to check but because all PCB s are internally connected the error can be originated on another location in the instrument The other codes command XX TSWR XX and E XX are indicators for status actions from software and I2C connections Each board has its own range of commands and can not be explained in one way Most common solutions e Power cable not connected on the communication PCB mounted on the back panel e An DC cable not connected e Serial cable not connected e No power on one of the PCB s e Short circuit or fault on one of the PCB s Page 174 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics 15 28 Quality control trouble shooting Trouble shooting Error messages Extra information as E115 QC expired not sampled E116 QC is out of acceptable range E117 Uncorrected QC result is out of acceptable range but corrected result is within range E118 Uncorrected QC result is within acceptable
225. on position but position gripper motor is not on MIX position E71 Position motor error Not Gripper did not reach the MIX on position MIX position Starting point HOME position E72 Not on position Gripper did not reach its given See E61 position by the user E73 Position motor error Could not send the racks on Check the position motor Position motor is on IN the In pool to the first stop position position Could not start the conveyer belt motor because the position gripper is on the IN position E74 Position motor error Not Could not release the rack Check the position motor on position OUT from the gripper because the position gripper motor is not on the OUT position E75 Position motor error Not Could not send start the Check the position motor on position IN conveyer belt motor the rack into the gripper because the position gripper motor is not on the IN position E76 Can t start mixing long Could not start the mixer Check the position motor Rack not on mix position motor because the position gripper motor is not on the MIX position E77 Can t start mixing short Could not start the mixer Check the position motor Rack not on mix position motor because the position gripper motor is not on the MIX position StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 205 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact E78 Mixer motor timeout Mixe
226. on the rinse nozzle may not align correctly with the pipette Check that the two pieces of plastic tubing connected to the rinse nozzle have enough slack to allow for movement of the nozzle Technical support is needed if the rinse nozzle does not line up with the pipette Page 162 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN R mechatronics Trouble shooting 15 11 Hazy reports Hazy reports are usually caused by build up of proteins on the inner wall of the pipettes Another cause is growth of micro organisms in the diluter system It is extremely important that the system is kept sterile First run an extra Fill amp Clean sequence then check after a day s run if haziness is decreased When there are still many reports it is recommended to fill the diluter system with a 5 chlorine solution See WI 178 Hazy problem on page 311 A picture example of haziness 15 12 Contaminated instrument The StaRRsed Auto Compact has bacterial and micro organism s growth Clean the instrument monthly with a strong cleaning agent See work instructions WI 192 Fill and Clean with adapter on page 331 and WI 195 Cleaning the diluent system on page 314 for details StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 163 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Trouble shooting 15 13 Fill time out error Normally the fill sequence takes about 3 seconds However if the fill sequence exceeds 10 seconds a fill time o
227. on measurement is directly linked to an identified sample so that a manual work sheet is unnecessary Patient ID errors are reduced to a minimum by using the bar code reader e Inthe EDTA mode the accuracy of dilution of EDTA blood with citrate is considerably better than manual dilution achieved either by tipping off or using evacuated blood collection tubes pre filled with citrate solution e The data can be send to your Lab Information System e The used sedimentation pipettes are automatically washed and dried e Minimum sample volume is 1 4 ml for the StaRRsed Auto Compact e The StaRRsed Auto Compact has fully automatic sample loading e The Rack system can work with a variety of hematology analyzer racks with most common EDTA blood sample tubes The system uses rack adapters and is set up for a specific type of rack e Windows based System Software is running on an external computer Page 14 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Introduction 1 1 PC Operation and User Interface The entire operation of the StaRRsed Auto Compact is driven by a personal computer with Windows operating system The user interface is intuitive and can be activated via the keyboard or the optional touch screen All the data from each sample including the raw measuring data and a pictorial representation of the pipette is stored and may be retrieved later if needed The Main screen shows which pipettes are
228. on motor on page 100 screen 6 7 1 3 2 Set as tube 1 position This section is used to check the needle sting position through the top bracket The following steps are needed for checking the needle sting location 1 Go to TUBE POSITION NUMBER 1 2 Press outer needle DOWN 3 Check the needle position 4 Press again the needle DOWN and check if the needle goes through the hole in the top bracket 5 Press outer needle UP If the needle is not passing the hole see section Troubleshooting Return to Position motor on page 100 screen 6 7 1 3 3 Test position motor The following steps are needed for testing the position motor 1 Go to IN POSITION This is the position where the rack clamp is open The rack can be insert manually in the clamp 2 Go to MIX POSITION This is the rotation position where the rack clamp is rotate for mixing the sample tubes 3 Go to 1 TUBE POSITION This is the first hole position in the grabber cover plate at the needle position 4 Go to RELEASE POSITION This is the position for releasing the rack The grabber will be opened and the rack is transported to the Rack out position GO TO POSITION Service purpose only This is to move from the home position to any distance in millimeters from the home position Return to Position motor on page 100 screen 6 7 1 3 4 Test barcode reader The following steps are needed for checking the barcode Take a sample tube with barcode and a rack
229. on top Warning Air bubbles on top of the ESR See Section Trouble shooting Air bubbles on page 159 7 Limit error Error One of the following limits are out of the setting range e ESR Time e Column height e Dilution e Bubbles on top e Hazy aspect e Temperature StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Page 263 mechetronics Appendix Sysmex R 3500 unidirectional protocol R 3500 sample data record format 202 bytes This is a modified data record coming from a R 3500 Sample data record format 202 bytes CH mim WMom3emad 05 Tube pesttoninrack 5 4 Barcode from barcode label ma Parameter Text distinction code NEED Text distinction code II Sample distinction code D Month Year 5 lt Rack no Tube position no Sequence no ID information Sample ID number Instrument ID number Text distinction codel 1 D Text distinction code 1 7 Sample distinction code 1 u Day 2 2 Mon 2 Year 2 Rackno 4 a Tube position no 2 me Sequence no 15 00000 ID intormation J if d Sample ID number 13 Instrument ID number 9 Analysis information 1 d Analysis information StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Page 265 Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact n a not applicable R 3500 Sample data flag record form
230. onnect the silicon tube holder from the fill nozzle 3 Push the fill nozzle upwards E E and turn the holder to the left detergent is recommended 1 Carefully scrub the fill nozzle inner part 2 Useatissue to dry the fill nozzle 2 Clean Liquid separator StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Page 325 R mechatronics Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact Removing 1 Open the left cover and remove the waste container The liquid separator is now visible 2 Lift the stainless steel vacuum tube with use of the lever 3 Pull the liquid separator towards the front of the Compact Note The separator has two sensor connectors at the rear 4 Disconnect the silicon tube from the tube connection on the top section 5 Remove bacterial HEPA filter 6 Remove and disassemble the liquid separator Cleaning 1 Clean all parts with hot water and a brush 2 Use some acid free vaseline on the screw thread of the glass jar 3 Assemble the separator Replacing 1 Replace the top section A little silicon grease on the rim of separator will make the assembling and adjustment easier 2 If applicable replace the bacterial HEPA filter For Maintenance Level 4 Exchange bacterial HEPA filter QWLV040002 3 Re connect the silicon tube to the tube connector on the top section Lift left cover Lift stainless steel vacuum tube up Insert the liquid separator sliding it over the suppo
231. orrupted Configuration file maybe corrupted Configuration file maybe corrupted Configuration file maybe corrupted Possible hardware failure in Eeprom Check rack timing settings T8 amp T11 Check mix sensor distance Mixer is blocked Mixer motor is faulty Mixer motor driver on rack StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN R mechetronics E51 Mixer not back in its vertical position Check if mixer is in the vertical position and clear error if OK E54 Endpool full Remove all racks from endpool and then clear error E55 Rack lost in endpool Remove all racks from endpool and then clear error E56 Checksum error motor settings table E57 Checksum error current table E58 Checksum error time table E59 Checksum error position table Mixer could not come back in its vertical position after mixing This error will be cleared automatically after removing the racks from the end pool Rack is released from gripper but did not pass the End pool sensor Checksum error on motor settings stored in Eeprom Settings are loaded from file Check Motor settings and save settings Checksum error on current settings stored in Eeprom Settings are loaded from file Check Current settings and save settings Checksum error on timing settings stored in Eeprom Settings are loaded from file Check Timeout settings and save settings Checksu
232. oused in the carousel Each is of precision bore glass After each cycle the pipette is cleaned automatically with low foam detergent followed by a drying cycle The fill line is back flushed using saline solution The temperature is corrected to the standard value of 18 and ESR s may be read after one hour or 30 minutes A foretell one hour result is presented in the 30 minute mode The StaRRsed Auto Compact can be interfaced bidirectionally with Laboratory Information Management Systems LIMS through a variety of interface protocols Results of the test are expressed in millimeters This data together with the patient ID number is sent to the Laboratory Information System along with the sedimentation time used 60 or 30 minutes the temperature and the dilution ratio Page 18 SiaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Instrument description The StaRRsed Auto Compact analyzer consists of the following units StaRRsed Compact analyzer e ESR measuring instrument with a belt holding 84 precision s bore glass Westergren pipettes e Automated aspiration of the sample tube e Automated dilution of EDTA blood sample with citrate e Automated measurement of ESR after 30 or 60 minutes e Automated cleaning and drying of pipettes StaRRsed Rack e Add on unit for sampling and rack handling e Barcode reader for sample identification e Rack transport unit e Automatic mixing of sample tubes
233. p part away from the fill nozzle StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 317 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact Rm mechatronics Work instruction Number 202 Page 1 of 1 Purpose Cleaning the fill nozzle Safety Bio Hazard area Instrument Compact Revision 001 March 2014 Ex e A Disassemble the fill nozzle Assemble fill nozzle Turn the holder to the right 1 Connect the silicon tube to the 2 The fill nozzle can now be fill nozzle removed 2 Putthe fill nozzle into the 3 Disconnect the silicon tube holder from the fill nozzle 3 Push the fill nozzle upwards E EE E and turn the holder to the left detergent is recommended 1 Carefully scrub the fill nozzle inner part 2 Use a tissue to dry the fill nozzle Page 318 SiaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact Rm mechatronics Work instruction Number 203 Page 1 of 2 Purpose Replace the fill nozzle O ring Safety Bio Hazard area Instrument Compact Revision 001 February 2013 Assemble fill nozzle 1 Connect the silicon tube to the fill nozzle 2 Putthe fill nozzle into the holder 3 Push the fill nozzle upwards and turn the holder to the left The use of a toothbrush and detergent is recommended 1 Carefully scrub the fi
234. pact to host computer sm sp e sjrjs r sej1j2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 toJtt t2 o t4 15 16 t7 T8 SP R SP es em Definition of the string STX and ETX are at fixed position first 1 and last 31th position respectively SP E S R 1 18 cs R STX ETX Page 238 Space character 20 Capital letter E Capital letter S Capital letter R Position of the sample identification left adjusted and filled up with spaces at the end of the string Checksum one char 00 FF EXOR sum off all the data OR 128 At position 28 means that this is the Request string Char 02 Char 03 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Sample conformation string definition replied by the host computer to perform an ESR test sm se Ejsj R s n sP t 2 3 4 s e 7 a 9 to rr tz 2 4 t5 16 i7 ta sp Y spies ETX Y Capital Y at position 28 of the string Sample refuse string definition replied by the host computer to skip the ESR test sm se Ejsj R s n sP t a 3 4 s e 7 9 to rr tz 3 14 t5 16 7 T8 SP N spies ETX N Capital N at position 28 of the string If either the host computer as well the StaRRsed Auto Compact receives a string it should reply by sending an Acknowledge char 06 if the string is found okay If either the host computer as well the StaRRsed Auto Compact receives a string it should
235. page 315 Symptoms of a dirty separator 1 Separator errors 2 Foamin the separator 3 Waste pump cannot sufficiently remove the waste from of the separator 13 4 Level 4 maintenance The purpose of level 4 maintenance is to carry out the daily weekly maintenance and replace the pump tubing bacterial filters and the Fill nozzle O ring After replacing those items the instrument needs a Fill and Clean sequence to clean the pipettes Over a monthly period protein builds up in the Westergren pipettes and needs to be deproteinized using a strong cleaning agent Detailed instructions of this procedure can be found in the Work Instruction WI 193 level 4 maintenance on page 332 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 139 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Maintenance Rm mechatronics 13 4 1 Rinse pump tube replacement New rinse pump tube assembly ESRIO90902 Rip SOLU gt N ALINE New tube replacement T 2 o 400 PG Open left cover Pull pump tube slightly downwards and at the same time towards the front of the unit to release the tube out of the pump plate holder Remove the old tube from the peristaltic pump rotor Disconnect the tubing at both ends of the tube connectors Connect new tubing to both ends of the connectors Place one end of the tube in the pump plate holder Pull the new tube over the peristaltic pump rotor Pull pump tube slightly downwards and at the same time towards the back of the Sta
236. pinch valve tube ESRIO10246 1 2 3 SALINE Open the left cover Pull the tube out the pinch valve E Disconnect the silicon tube from the bottom connector and the top connector Remove the tube Connect the silicon tube to the bottom connector and the top connector Push the tube in the pinch valve Close the left cover StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Page 321 Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact mechatronics mechatronics Work instruction Number 227 Page 1 of 1 Purpose Preparation for temporary storage and starting operation after storage Safety Bio Hazard area Instrument Compact Revision 002 june 2014 Preparing Compact for temporary storage ONOAPAN gt 9 10 11 12 13 14 Perform end of day wash Remove all reagent containers and replace with containers with DI water Start wash all pipettes Prime the diluter for 5 times Disconnect and remove reagent containers Perform Prime all until all liquid is removed from all tubing Remove tubing from rinse and saline pump Release tubing from pinch valves On the diluter sample valve and the big pinch valve next to the separator Check if the separator is clean Clean outside of the sample needle Clean outside of instrument Disconnect waste connection Disconnect power Cover machine as dust protection Before starting normal operation Compact
237. ple was measured Error Warning Only special QC errors are mentioned here general ESR warnings errors are mentioned in the next column After these columns additional data is shown pipette number dilution rate ESR30 ESR time and Aspect Scroll to the right Results are always shown with and without Temperature correction independent of the setting TEMP CORRECTION ON or OFF The following options can be selected RELATED PATIENT RESULTS This screen is simular to the Display sample history screen The background colour of the patient history table is switched to light yellow to distinguish these QC related patient results from the standard patient history table Depending on the frequency of QC samples related patient results may span over multiple days and are listed per date EXPORT TO EXCEL CSV Results can be exported to a CSV file and imported in an MS Excel file for further analyses BATCH All used batches of StaRRsed Control are shown results are shown for chosen batch ID CLOSE Return to History Screen StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 49 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 3 5 2 QC normal results screen extended ma QC Statistics and Results QC NORMAL Statistics amp Results TECO Error wierning V Display i Results table TIT tee ESR E117 Uncorrected QC result is c Bubbles on top ESR 5 5 Q Statistics graph E117 Uncorrected QC result is
238. pose Sample probe or outer needle replacement Safety Bio Hazard area Instrument Auto Compact Revision 001 October 2012 Remove the top cover from the Rack unit 1 Unfasten the screw which prevent the outer needle to drop out of the assembly 2 Undo the sample probe 3 Pull the outer needle complete with sample probe together out the needle assembly 4 Mark each tube for easier reconnecting to the correct nipple 5 Disconnect the tubes from the outer needle Needle exchange N D 0 e oh gt 8 9 Install new sample probe ESRIO50909 together with a new outer needle VERA059009 Slide the new sample probe into the new outer needle Make sure the Sample probe has a new O ring QWLV050003 Install new sample probe ESRIO50909 together with the new outer needle Put the sample probe in the outer needle Replace the needles onto the needle assembly Tighten the sample probe Do not over tighten the sample probe in the T piece Y piece or it Will crack or strip the threading inside the block Page 330 Replace the correct tubes on the outer needle Fasten the outer needle bolt Do not over tighten the screw 10 Replace the cover on the Rack unit SiaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechetronics Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact mechatronics Work instruction Number 192 Page 1 of 2 Purpose Fill and Clean with adapt
239. pouring on a disinfecting solution working from the outside to the centre of the spill in a circular motion Leave the spill long enough for disinfection to take place check decontaminating instructions on the disinfectant container for time and then carefully wipe up wearing gloves Pick up any glass using forceps Once all the material has been removed disinfect the area thoroughly Inform the Technician in Charge of the spill Food No food or beverages will be brought into or consumed inside a blood laboratory at any time Accident reporting All accidents and injuries must be reported within 24 hours to the technician in Charge to the Departmental Joint Health and Safety Committee and to the Department of Environmental Health and Safety using an Incident Report from the main office or the Technician in Charge Laboratory access Access to the haematology laboratory is limited to persons who are directly involved with the testing equipment Children are not permitted in the laboratory Personal protective equipment Laboratory and maintenance personnel are expected to use a laboratory coat while working in the blood laboratory We advice the use of non canvas closed toe shoes wherever there is a potential for foot injury from hazardous materials or from small physical objects Personal outer clothing should not be stored in the blood laboratory Lab coats worn in the blood laboratory should not be worn outside of the blood la
240. pr Ek O ee Mice zech sch sch eck sch O OD P ob A OO In case of physical removal of instrument check levelling Check tubes and replace tubes if needed Connect saline and rinse pump tubes Re install tubes in pinch valves Replace fill nozzle o ring Check needle condition Connect check reagent containers check expiry date of reagents Connect power Perform all prime steps separately and check liquid flow Perform Fill and clean Check if pipettes are leaking replace check valves if leakage is persistent Check sensors and vacuum pressure settings Check instrument settings Check communication interface settings Perform aspiration with test blood before normal operation check if all steps are performed without errors Page 322 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact mechatronics Work instruction Number 181 7 Page 1 of 1 Purpose Replace diluter syringe Teflon tip Safety None Bio Hazard area Instrument Compact with new diluter Revision Draft October 2001 version Disassembly diluter syringe Unscrew the syringe from the attachment 1 2 3 DAO e m 1 2 Take the syringe from the diluter assembly Pull the plunger out of the syringe Cut the Teflon tip of the plunger with a sharp knife Be careful not to damage the metal plunger Replace the O ring and then
241. r E13 Fillnozzle not in home position E14 Outer needle motor position error home Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Outer needle did not go down within a certain time limit Fill nozzle did not reach the fill position within a certain time limit Compact was not able to get a stable reading during the vacuum test before aspiration the sample Sample probe was probably jammed when going down and exceeded the maximum current level Sample probe went back to its home position after the error Sample probe did not go down within a certain time limit Diluter malfunction Fill nozzle did not reach the Home position within a certain time limit Outer needle did not reach the home top sensor within a certain time limit StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Outer needle motor is faulty Outer needle motor driver on needle board is faulty Outer needle is blocked Fill nozzle motor is faulty Fill nozzle motor driver on nozzle board is faulty Fill nozzle is blocked Check for leakage on the pipette or fill nozzle Check if outer needle is clogged up with rubber Sample probe maybe bend Sample probe motor is faulty Sample probe motor driver on needle board is faulty Sample probe is blocked Check diluent flow sensor Check tubes diluter system Fill nozzle motor is faulty Fill nozzle motor driver on nozzle board is faulty Fill nozzle is
242. r Gy chedsepsrater sensor Flow Im Abs LE Separatce sensor GD check Measure sensor o Menge sensor Menge l ESP mm Error Temperature Cj When there is a sensor alarm an alarm indicator is shown in the tab MAINTENANCE All functions to check the status of the sensors are grouped under button CHECK SENSORS on page 70 Check Fill stop sensor Click the Check button The green light is shown if the sensor value is in range Check temperature sensor Value must be equal to the actual room temperature near the pipette belt The value can be set in tab SETTINGS Check Diluter start sensor This sensor is only used in EDTA mode If the diluter does not start during the aspiration the status of this sensor must be checked Click the Check button The green light is shown if the sensor value is in range Check Diluent flow sensor This sensor is only used in EDTA mode When activated the LED Down is green and the LED Up is red When the button Test is clicked the LED Up must become green After finishing the test both LED s must be green Check Separator sensor Click the Check button The green light is shown if the sensor value is in range Page 70 SiaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Auto Compact program e Check Flow sensor Click the Check button The green light is shown if the sensor value is in range e Check Measure sensor Click the Check button The
243. r motor current level did not reach the stop level during homing action E80 Position motor error Not on position IN E81 Position motor error Not on position MIX E82 Position motor error Not on position FILL E83 Position motor error Not on position MIX E84 Position motor error Not on position FILL E85 Position motor error Not on position FILL E86 Position motor error Not on position MIX E87 Position motor error Not on position OUT E88 Position motor error Not on position MIX E89 Position motor error Can t initialize motor due to a possible hardware error Please exit and then restart Auto Compact If this error occurs repeatedly please note the error code before seeking assistance Page 206 R mechatronics It is possible that the mixer did not came back to its home vertical position after mixing within a certain time limit Check rack timing setting T1 Mixer motor is faulty Mixer motor driver on rack board is faulty Check mixer motor belt See E61 See E61 See E61 Gripper did not reach the IN catch position Starting point MIX position Gripper did not reach the MIX position Starting point IN position Gripper did not reach the FILL position Starting point MIX position Gripper did not reach the MIX position Starting point FILL position Gripper did not reach the FILL position Starting point MIX position
244. r sensor 200 600 gt 700 A Final preparation 1 Go to tab MAINTENANCE and perform the End of day wash procedure when Fill amp Clean is used End of day wash is not required 2 Check system for leakage e Inspect the peristaltic pump tubes and connections for leaks e Check that liquid does not run back into the supply bottles after the pumps have stopped 3 Clean and inspect the sample needle e Inspect sample needle condition If necessary replace the sample probe or outer needle See Work Instruction Sample probe or outer needle replacement e Clean the outer needle with disinfectant 4 Check tubing from the syringe for trapped air bubbles Check Diluent syringe for trapped air bubbles 6 If trapped air bubbles are found go to tab MAINTENANCE click button PRIME CLEAN ON PAGE 67 and perform the PRIME DILUENT function 7 Wipe outer surface and stainless steel plate below the pipettes with disinfectant m StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 327 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN R mechatronics Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact R mechatronics Work instruction Number 204 Page 1 of 2 Purpose Check sensor values Safety Bio Hazard area Instrument Compact Revision 001 January 2014 Check sensor values in Service mode Check temperature sensor P Temperature C mp Dent fon sere Bron Buy Sw Set separator ere Pie o Page 328 Si
245. range but corrected result is out of range QC result with ESR error The used StaRRsed Control is out of date no ESR result is given Result is out of range the applicable values for the acceptable range depend on the user setting E116 is shown in the status line of the Sample screen and the QC icon is blinking on the Sample screen ESR Result is given ESR Result is given Temperature correction not activated ESR Result is given Temperature correction not activated no ESR Result is given StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Check expire date Use a new batch of StaRRsed Control Try new QC sample tube normal samples will be finished Check acceptable range in QC settings If results are continuously out of range but the statistics show identical stable results it should be considered to expand the acceptable assay range with QC Settings If this error persists check clean instrument Consider QC Sample as correct The mean value is assayed with temperature correction Check temperature correction setting Consider QC Sample as not correct Try new QC sample tube normal samples will be finished Check acceptable range in QC settings If this error persists check clean instrument Check temperature correction setting Check general ESR data see ESR Error on page 120 Check sample tube volume Try new QC sample tube Page 175 mec
246. ration of the sample Room temperature at the time of the measureme nt of the sample Pipette in which the sample was measured Shows any ESR error code e g Too many borders found StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN RR mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 3 3 Display rack history Sample j story ke Reagents Maintenance Settings m Service i 1 J Sample ID TEST 00172 1612714243 4293810 4293802 4293810 4293825 4293810 13 29 17 l 13 25 19 13 20 09 22 Sep 11 22 Sep 11 22 Sep 11 1 7 7 Last rack 2 Last rack 3 After completion of the rack the status of the rack is displayed here The last 10 racks are stored and can be selected The selected rack is displayed left above the selection window The previous 4 racks are also displayed and can be checked simultaneously More detailed information of the selected rack is shown with DISPLAY RACK DETAILS on page 46 ON The combinations of the pictograms have the following meaning MN niam Barcode could not be read read failure 0000000944 wu ob GEN was read correctly but ESR is not required for this 0000000941 IIM mod ESR is required and waiting to be done 0000000940 MI nox Kel ESR was measured successfully mme woe Hell ESR was measured but with fil errors The Clear rack history button will clear the contents of the rack history file and restart to build up a new rack histor
247. rded if it becomes turbid or infected When using the small onboard containers clean the DILUENT container thoroughly with 10 Na hypochlorite Make sure that the container has been thoroughly rinsed after cleaning 15 17 Reagents alarm The software checks the bottle status before starting a new rack If a level alarm is ON it will not process the new rack If an alarm comes ON during a rack it will finish to aspirate that rack 10 samples max Washing dirty pipettes always continues as to avoid that the samples are left in the pipettes Reagents alarm is also set when the expire date of the reagent is exceeded or opened more than three months The message Not allowed now See REAGENTS appears Processing of new samples is stopped 15 18 Fill nozzle Normally the fill sequence takes about 3 seconds However if the fill sequence exceeds 10 seconds a fill time out error will be generated The Compact aborts the fill sequence and this error message will be shown on the display and reported to the printer Check for mechanical obstructions and remove them If the error returns call for service 15 18 1 Fill nozzle does not engage with pipette 1 Motor time out generated fill nozzle stops half way up 2 Check for mechanical obstruction 3 Motor failure Fatal error call distributor 15 18 2 Fill nozzle not at fill position E8 is the error code and in the status line the text Fill nozzle not in the fill position The fill nozz
248. re Page 36 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 2 9 Manual input sample ID Manual input sample ID This window can be used for manual input of a barcode from a sample tube 6 2 10 Sample information Sample information After measurement the results of the sample are shown in this window This window is refreshed after every new result of a sample 6 2 11 Status Status Information about the current status of the instrument is shown here such as the selected mode EDTA or Citrate selected method 60 or 30 minute and symbols that draw attention to certain maintenance conditions or QC sample status if applicable Error StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 37 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechetronics Auto Compact program 6 2 12 Sample screen with keyboard To view the status of a specific pipette click directly on the pipette itself or click the open space in the center of the belt representation A virtual number pad is shown Type the number of the requested pipette and press the OK button The following screen is shown Page 38 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 2 13 Pipette information C j Sample History Reagents Maintenance Settings Service il i il e KZ E 30 mn method STAR SED geet Auto Compact V5 00 M
249. re sampling E43 Motor settings error Settings loaded from Eeprom Check settings before sampling E44 Settings in Eeprom does not match with settings saved to file Check settings before sampling E45 Settings in Eeprom not correct Upload settings before sampling E50 Mixing error Total amount of mixes not the same as setting Check Mix sensor or Rack timer setting T8 or T11 Page 202 Position settings in Eeprom do not match settings saved to file Settings in Eeprom OK and loaded from Eeprom Check positions and save settings Timing settings in Eeprom does not match settings saved to file Settings in Eeprom OK and loaded from Eeprom Check timeouts and save settings Current settings in Eeprom do not match settings saved to file Settings in Eeprom OK and loaded from Eeprom Check current settings and save settings Motor settings in Eeprom do not match settings saved to file Settings in Eeprom OK and loaded from Eeprom Check motor settings and save settings Settings stored in Eeprom are OK and are loaded from Eeprom Check Selected rack setting and save to file Checksum error on settings stored in Eeprom Check Selected rack and save settings Mixer could not do the correct number of mixes within a certain time limit Timing settings T8 or T11 are too low or mixer gripper maybe blocked mechatronics Configuration file maybe corrupted Configuration file maybe c
250. repeat cleaning the inner part of the measuring sensor 4 When in range switch OFF the Compact StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 307 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact Pipette installation 1 Hook pipette assembly on to the pipette belts mor ar mp LUE 2 Make sure that pipettes are correctly fitted on to the pipette belts i A XX 3 Visually check if all pipette valves are at the same gt a height m 4 Visually check the bottom of the pipette V shape Ur um ring 5 Incorrect fitted pipettes may cause mechanical damage to the instrument 6 Check for leakage with Fill amp Clean Replace the top cover 1 Putthe cover carefully over the instrument 2 Fasten the two rear screws of the top cover If present if needed Switch ON the StaRRsed Auto Compact Page 308 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechetronics Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact mechatronics Work instruction Number 175 Page 1 of 3 Purpose Pipette handling valve tube Safety Bio Hazard area Instrument Compact Revision Version 1 October 2007 Remove of the top cover 1 Switch StaRRsed Auto Compact OFF 2 Remove the two rear screws of the top cover 3 Lift the top cover carefully from the instrument Pipette removal 1 Push and pull vertically the pipette from the hold
251. reply by sending a Non Acknowledge char 15 if the string is found faulty Checksum ON OFF always ON After sending the request string the StaRRsed Auto Compact expects a ACK NACK see Opus protocol request string from the Host computer e If the StaRRsed Auto Compact receives an ACK it will wait for the conformation string and respond with a ACK NACK according to the protocol definition e When the conformation string is received it will Respond with an ACK if the conformation string is OK and goes to the next sample Or e When the string is not OK it is responding with an NACK and the Host computer must send the conformation string again After 3 attempts the Host computer must stop sending the conformation string and the StaRRsed Auto Compact won t do an ESR on this sample and goes to the next sample The Host computer needs to be ready for the request string of the next sample StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 239 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact e If the StaRRsed Auto Compact does not receive the conformation string within 10 seconds it will send the request string again After 3 attempts it won t do an ESR on this sample and goes to the next sample e fthe StaRRsed Auto Compact receives a NACK it will send the request string again After 3 attempts it will stop communication and generate an error e If the StaRRsed Auto Compact does not get any response timeout 10
252. rk instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact 5 Sensor check Vacuum pressure check e Go to tab MAINTENANCE gt CHECK SENSOR Select CHECK FLOW SENSOR box Flow 0925 0980 1020 Abs 0300 360 0390 Offset 0045 0050 0055 If the flow is not in range there might be a blockage in the vacuum flow line to the flow sensor Fill Stop sensor check e Go to tab MAINTENANCE gt CHECK SENSOR Select CHECK FILL STOP SENSOR box Fillstop sensor FS 90 140 165 Diluter Start sensor check e Go to tab MAINTENANCE gt CHECK SENSOR Select DILUTER START SENSOR box Diluter start sensor 400 700 Measure sensor check e Go to tab MAINTENANCE gt CHECK SENSOR Select CHECK MEASURE SENSOR box Measure sensor MS 40 50 60 Temperature sensor check e Go to tab MAINTENANCE gt CHECK SENSOR Select CHECK TEMPERATURE SENSOR box Temperature sensor TS Room temperature Diluent flow sensor check e Go to tab MAINTENANCE gt CHECK SENSOR Select CHECK DILUENT FLOW SENSOR box Press test When test is finished signal Down and signal Up must be green Separator check e Go to tab MAINTENANCE gt CHECK SENSOR Select CHECK SEPARATOR SENSOR box Separator sensor 200 600 gt 700 6 Final preparation Prepare disinfectant if not already prepared Add 10 ml bleach sodium hypochlorite to 190 ml de ionized water 596 solution This disinfectant is for cleaning of all external parts that are exposed to blood 1 Go to tab MAINTENANCE and perfo
253. rm the End of day wash procedure when Fill amp Clean is used End of day wash is not required 2 Check system for leakage e Inspect the peristaltic pump tubes and connections for leaks e Check that liquid does not run back into the supply bottles after the pumps have stopped 3 Clean and inspect the sample needle e Inspect sample needle condition If necessary replace the sample probe or outer needle See Work Instruction Sample probe or outer needle replacement Page 336 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact e Clean the outer needle with disinfectant 4 Check tubing from the syringe for trapped air bubbles Check Diluent syringe for trapped air bubbles 6 If trapped air bubbles are found go to tab MAINTENANCE click button PRIME CLEAN ON PAGE 67 and perform the PRIME DILUENT function 7 Wipe outer surface and stainless steel plate below the pipettes with disinfectant e StaHRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 337 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact Rm mechatronics m mechatronics Work instruction Number 194 Page 1 of 7 Purpose Maintenance level 3 Safety Bio Hazard area Instrument Auto Compact Revision 001 March 2014 1 Clean Fill nozzle and exchange O ring Fill Nozzle Disassemble the fill nozzle Disassemble fill nozzle holder 1 Turn the holder
254. ror No contents could be detected in the pipette 2 ESR Probably gt 140 mm Error Extremely high ESR value Too many borders found Error More than three borders found possibly air bubbles See Section Trouble shooting Air bubbles on page 159 4 Column height lt nnn gt Warning Column height must be between 180 and 210mm lt nnn gt the actual column height 5 Measure error Warning The down count is not equal to the up count from the measure head 6 Bubbles on top Warning Air bubbles on top of the ESR See Section Trouble shooting Air bubbles on page 159 7 Limit error Error One of the following limits are out of the setting range e ESR Time e Column height e Dilution e Bubbles on top e Hazy aspect e Temperature StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Page 187 mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Appendix Default settings StaRRsed Auto Compact SETTINGS gt GENERAL SETTINGS Page 188 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN R mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact SETTINGS gt LIMIT ERROR SETTINGS Software Factory Setting Client Settings Default Setting Send results with dilution errors Send results with op column height errors Send results with No bubbles on top warning Send results with N o temperature exceeded SETTINGS gt QC SETTINGS General settings Send results when time Send
255. rsion 6 68 MRN 071 EN Page 275 Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact 1 Sample is Hazy 10 2 Sample is Hazy 25 3 Sample is Hazy 25 Results with hazy aspect can be suppressed in the menu Limit error settings Compact ERROR code messages mechatronics This code appears in the sample data record at variable HGB The following 7 codes are defined O No errors 1 Nocells plasma found Error No contents could be detected in the pipette ESR Probably 140 mm Error Extremely high ESR value Too many borders found Error More than three borders found possibly air bubbles See Section Trouble shooting Air bubbles on page 159 4 Column height nnn Warning Column height must be between 180 and 210mm nnn the actual column height 5 Measure error Warning The down count is not equal to the up count from the measure head 6 Bubbles on top Warning Air bubbles on top of the ESR See Section Trouble shooting Air bubbles on page 159 Page 276 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechetronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact 7 Limit error Error One of the following limits are out of the setting range ESR Time Column height Dilution Bubbles on top Hazy aspect Temperature StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Page 277 Appendix TDLIMS protocol
256. rt shelf Push the liquid separator towards the rear with the sensor connectors in the holes 8 Release the stainless steel vacuum tube 9 Replace the waste container 10 Close left cover NO os 3 Check sensors Vacuum pressure check e Go to tab MAINTENANCE gt CHECK SENSOR Select CHECK FLOW SENSOR box Flow 0925 0980 1020 Abs 0300 360 0390 Offset 0045 0050 0055 If the flow is not in range there might be a blockage in the vacuum flow line to the flow sensor Page 326 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact Fill Stop sensor check e Go to tab MAINTENANCE gt CHECK SENSOR Select CHECK FILL STOP SENSOR box Fill stop sensor FS 90 140 165 Diluter Start sensor check e Go to tab MAINTENANCE gt CHECK SENSOR Select DILUTER START SENSOR box Diluter start sensor 400 700 Measure sensor check e Go to tab MAINTENANCE gt CHECK SENSOR Select CHECK MEASURE SENSOR box Measure sensor MS 40 50 60 Temperature sensor check e Go to tab MAINTENANCE gt CHECK SENSOR Select CHECK TEMPERATURE SENSOR box Temperature sensor TS Room temperature Diluent flow sensor check e Go to tab MAINTENANCE gt CHECK SENSOR Select CHECK DILUENT FLOW SENSOR box Press test When test is finished signal Down and signal Up must be green Separator check e Go to tab MAINTENANCE gt CHECK SENSOR Select CHECK SEPARATOR SENSOR box Separato
257. ructure CE ew 147 15 TROUBLE SHOOTING ee eege eege 148 15 1 PBrSIall DUMPS aic cena sete ces eats ce aln eca decani ues dumm ide ds 148 15 1 1 Rinse solution not primed through the system 148 15 1 2 Rinse solution spilling over the msirument 149 15 1 3 Rinse pump TEEN 149 15 1 4 Liquid level sensor not sensing eessseeeen 149 15 1 5 Sample probe is not washed after aspiration ceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 149 15 1 6 Saline dripping in the sample tube adapter 150 15 1 7 Saline pump failure EE 150 15 1 8 Pipettes not dry after washing and drving 150 15 2 Liquid level sensor not sensimg ke 150 15 93 Compact oli eee eee ee eee eee usd tix cte eee 151 154 PN cc US 151 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 11 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Contents 15 4 1 Diluter system not sufficiently primed seeseeeeeeeese 151 15 4 2 Diluter errors ege 153 15 4 8 Air bubbles entering the Diluent system seseeeeeeeeeese 153 15 5 cue 155 15 5 1 Vacuum stabilisation Droblems 155 15 5 2 Vacuum T DI eesctesatensessbppteebi gener ssotude tel pags act bie pbx ipiam emere bU nep rsbebLS 156 15 6 Fl shing Wl U6 EE 157 15 6 1 De oDized WALES xit adit i ee Cu D REA DE E LIKE 157 15 6 2 cuc m rm 157 15 7 Needle system dees oom 158 15 7 1 Needle DICH 158 15 72 Sample probe fails to go GOWN ieec io ertet eo i erba era p Y ab
258. rument and if applicable Windows once in a while to clear the memory and ensure a stable operating system 9 4 1 End of day wash procedure Select the tab MAINTENANCE and press the button End of day wash A pop up screen is shown Selecting Close program will stop the program immediately without running the End of day wash procedure When End of day wash procedure is selected a selection screen for this function is shown The following options are available for this function 1 Select from the list the desired option e No End of day wash The function is not active e Immediately The function runs immediately after pressing OK e Only once The function runs only once at the selected time e Weekdays The function runs only on the working days Mo Fr at the selected time e Daily The function runs on a daily base at the selected time 2 Select the time of the day in hours and minutes for the selected option Pressing OK activates the settings 9 4 2 Turn off sequence e Close the StaRRsed Auto Compact software e Switch the PC and monitor OFF e Switch optional printer OFF e Switch the Compact OFF StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 127 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Quality control 10 QUALITY CONTROL 10 1 Control pipettes The correct function of the hardware and software of the StaRRsed Auto Compact measurement unit should be checked at regular intervals with the aid of Mechatronics Control P
259. ry analyse error Analyse results Error E1 Nocellsfplasmafound e O EZ ESR Probably gt 140mm ia O E3 Too many borders Found CENE 01 Dec 08 14 32 11 02 Dec 08 12 22 58 ES 123 il EDT No cells plasma found 16 Dec 08 14 39 30 i No celisiplasma found 29 Dec08 1 04 27 ll ji No celsjplasma found ERROR By selecting one of the error codes all the samples with this error code are displayed in the table In the header of the table the names of the columns are shown Double click the header of any column to sort the table by this column in ascending order StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 59 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Auto Compact program 6 3 10 History analyse warning Analyse results WARNING By selecting one of the warning codes all the samples with this warning code are displayed in the table In the header of the table the names of the columns are shown Double click the header of any column to sort the table by this column in ascending order Page 60 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN KR mechetronics Auto Compact program 6 3 11 History sample analyse option 4 Search options Make a selection for 1 A specific number of past days 2 Aspecific date 3 Arange of days from start date to end date 6 3 12 History sample analyse option day Search options Make a selection for all of today s results or only today s res
260. s e Check that liquid does not run back into the supply bottles after the pumps have stopped 3 Clean and inspect the sample needle e Inspect sample needle condition If necessary replace the sample probe or outer needle See Work Instruction Sample probe or outer needle replacement e Clean the outer needle with disinfectant 4 Check tubing from the syringe for trapped air bubbles en Check Diluent syringe for trapped air bubbles 6 If trapped air bubbles are found go to tab MAINTENANCE click button PRIME CLEAN ON PAGE 67 and perform the PRIME DILUENT function 7 Wipe outer surface and stainless steel plate below the pipettes with disinfectant Page 324 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN RR mechatronics Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact mechatronics Work instruction Number 191 Page 1 of 3 Purpose Weekly maintenance Safety Bio Hazard area Instrument Compact Revision 001 March 2014 Prepare disinfectant if not already prepared Add 10 ml bleach sodium hypochlorite to 190 ml de ionized water 596 solution This disinfectant is for cleaning of all external parts that are exposed to blood 1 Clean Fill nozzle Disassemble the fill nozzle Assemble fill nozzle 1 Turn the holder to the right 1 Connect the silicon tube to the 2 The fill nozzle can now be fill nozzle removed 2 Putthe fill nozzle into the 3 Disc
261. s 155 Valve control 109 Valves and Actuators 109 Version information 36 W Wash all pipettes 68 Wash each pipette 68 Wash only sample pipettes 68 Wash station 36 Waste disposal 116 WASTE DISPOSAL 133 Weekly 136 138 WI 362 WORK INSTRUCTION STARRSED AUTO COMPACT 304 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Index Page 363
262. s products 18 1 1 1 9 MSDS MSDS is short for Material Safety Data Sheet In this type of MSDS all kind of important data can be found on reagents T 18 1 1 1 10 Temperature correction The sedimentation of blood cells is a temperature dependent process To achieve comparable results temperature correction should always be used The ESR results are then corrected to the value they would have been at the standard temperature of 18 3C Page 357 Glossary of Terms U 18 1 1 1 11 Unidirectional Unidirectional communication means that there is only one way communication from the StaRRsed Auto Compact to the HOST Only sample results and result related messages are send W 18 1 1 1 12 WI Wl is short for Work Instruction and is used with an index number for a range of work instructions Page 358 R mechatronics StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics 19 INDEX 3 30 Minute method 117 119 183 186 6 60 Minute method 117 119 183 186 A Accessory kit 23 Advanced 95 112 Air bubbles 120 126 159 185 187 250 251 256 260 264 267 272 276 280 284 302 Air bubbles entering the Diluent system 153 Analyser 123 Appendix 30 minutes reporting 186 Appendix 60 minutes reporting 183 Appendix Article reference list Auto Compact 23 179 Appendix Cable connection diagram 181 Appendix Compact system messages 192 App
263. s menu has the following functions Rack unit settings on page 96 Serial output settings on page 103 on page 103 Compact settings on page 103 Manual control on page 107 Display error history on page 75 and Display maintenance history on page 110 Advanced on page 112 oS SS e LOAD SETTINGS is used for reloading the stored software settings e SAVE SETTINGS AS is used for storing software settings to a file There are no restrictions for the file name e SAVE SETTINGS is used for storing software settings after settings are changed or altered StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 95 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Auto Compact program 6 7 1 Rack unit setting This screen gives access to Mixer motor on page 97 settings Conveyer motor on page 99 settings Position motor on page 100 Timing settings on page 102 Boe Page 96 SiaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 7 1 1 Mixer motor C vm Sample H History E Reagents s Maintenance Settings Service Convever motor Position motor Timing settings i Mixing settings IBI Deplay river motor current Maximum mixing current Dag Mixer hotar curent 0 First stop current level GES ili Final stop currert level ji The following settings need to be set MIXING SETTINGS 1 NUMBERS OF TURNS FOR LONG MIX e This is the first mix of a new
264. sec it will send the request string again After 3 attempts it will stop communication and generate an error Request string example Sample ID 123456789 Request string ESRSR 123456789 R 31 bytes Sample result e Checksum ON OFF user defined e 30 minute output ON OFF user defined The sample result will be output according to the standard Compact StaRRsed ESR string See String format for StaRRsed If the host computer receives the result string it should reply by sending an ACK or a NACK e f the StaRRsed Auto Compact receives an ACK it will start sending the next result e f the StaRRsed Auto Compact receives a NACK it will send the result string again After 3 attempts it will start sending the next result e fthe StaRRsed Auto Compact does not get any response from the host timeout 10 sec it will send the result string again After 3 attempts it will stop communication and generate an error Page 240 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechetronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact OPUS string format stx PPPPPPPPPP www WWW AAAAAAAAmm ppp TTT CC EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE MMMMMMMMMM cr lf eot stx 80 data characters cr f eot Checksum OFF 60 min stx 80 data characters er etx cs eot Checksum ON 60 min f Data consists if 30 min output is switched to OFF Postion Deseripton Format
265. st Approved standard H02 A5 201 1 Citrate mode When the StaRRsed analyzer is used in the Citrate mode the StaRRsed Control material must be diluted manually by transferring the necessary amount of material into a pre citrated ESR blood collection tube Immediately after re suspending transfer the necessary amount of material into a pre citrated tube according instructions of the tube manufacturer Close the tube with the mixture and invert at least 12 times then place the sample into the analyzer 1 When using LAB ID Link the Lab ID with StaRRsed Control Sample ID see chapter Linked QC ID s on page 56 Attach the lab ID label on the tube on top of the original StaRRsed Control label 2 Invert the StaRRsed Control tube until packed cells have been completely re suspended Continue mixing for 30 seconds at least 12 complete inversions Avoid foaming DO NOT VORTEX NOTE To ensure consistent and reproducible results the Control material must be thoroughly mixed and handled in the same manner each time Place StaRRsed Control tube immediately after mixing into the analyzer 4 Start the Sample mode The StaRRsed Control sample is processed in the same manner as a patient sample Depending on the settings in QC settings a request and or result is send to the LIMS 5 Restore tube after each use at 18 30 For detailed information see the StaRRsed Control Package Insert e The contents of one tube of 5ml is sufficient
266. st Fill sensor glass 87 Flow test flow 85 Flow test leakage 86 Flow test potentiometer mean 84 Flow test start 87 Flushing liquids 157 Foam in column e 47 159 Folder Structure on PC 147 G General laboratory practices 28 GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 24 General settings 33 35 80 GETTING STARTED 113 Gripper module 169 H Hazy 361 Hazy reports 163 History analyse 40 57 History analyse error 59 History analyse results high dilution 58 History analyse warning 60 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics History aspect 58 History sample analyse option 61 History sample analyse option day 61 History screen 33 35 40 130 Host 361 INSTALLATION 26 INSTRUMENT DESCRIPTION 18 INTRODUCTION 14 IVD 361 L Labels and stickers on containers 31 Leaking pipettes 162 Level 1 maintenance 136 144 Level 2 maintenance 136 144 Level 3 maintenance 136 144 Level 4 maintenance 136 139 Limit error settings 80 90 91 121 229 231 234 236 Limit filter settings 113 Limitations 128 LIMS settings 95 103 Linked QC ID s 40 48 56 130 Liquid level sensor not sensing 149 150 Liquid levels 113 125 MAINTENANCE 136 Maintenance info 66 77 Maintenance info overview 78 Maintenance Schedule example 136 Maintenance screen 33 35 66 Manual control 95 107 Manual input sampl
267. ste tube must not exceed 5 meters or 18 feet in length 2 Drain height must not be higher than the original waste container inside the instrument Disclaimer Check the specifications of the central waste system for rules about discharging the waste 11 1 Replacing the waste container Lift the left cover and pull the waste container forwards Unscrew the cap Place the new waste container and tighten the screw cap 4 Lift the left cover and place the waste container back into the Compact oN gt Note If you are re cycling waste containers make sure that they are bleached and rinsed thoroughly StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 133 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Compact system messages 12 COMPACT SYSTEM MESSAGES The Compact generates four main types of error messages e System messages e Test messages e System time out messages e Error messages 12 1 System messages During normal operation the following System messages may occur 1 Waiting tube e Ifa filled pipette is at the measuring position before the elapsed time has finished and the operator is ready to fill the next pipette the Waiting tube message will be displayed e Tocontinue the sample loading sequence the operator must wait until the pipette at the measuring position has been measured 2 Reagents level empty message e All reagent containers have level detectors the display shows an error that indicates which reagent co
268. t left aligned followed by spaces ASCII 20 Xx number made up of xx digits 0 9 ASCIII 30 39 with leading zeros Leading zeros and non specified positions are filled with spaces ASCII 20 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 243 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Appendix Sysmex R 3500 Protocol R 3500 sample data record format 202 bytes This is a modified data record coming from a R 3500 o o 3 m OD Q o o o Q o a ON o 3 Di r N e N o ES o Parameter Text distinction code Text distinction code ll Sample distinction code Text distinction code 1 EE KS Day Month Year Year 00 2000 1234 Rack number 1234 Tube position in rack 5 Rack no ID information Barcode from barcode label Patient number Instrument ID number ID number from compact ch CO Reserved RET RET 2 5 23 03 05 4 1 2300 Esr value 123 00200 Hazy code 2 2 Wel Ceo 3 RH RH E E cio o 9 o Se OH 5 o 2 alg zi oO Oz Si 3 zi IO z E o 5 JEE 3 Er cb h Oo 2 5 H D O IRF LFR MFR HFR Reserved ech n a not applicable R3500 Sample data flag record format 131 bytes Parameter Jo example comment Page 244 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN R mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact eren Eet Sen fs wo
269. t must be between 180 and 210mm nnn the actual column height 5 Measure error Warning The down count is not equal to the up count from the measure head 6 Bubbles on top Warning Air bubbles on top of the ESR See Section Trouble shooting Air bubbles on page 159 7 Limit error Error One of the following limits are out of the setting range e ESR Time e Column height e Dilution e Bubbles on top e Hazy aspect e Temperature Page 268 mechatronics StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Appendix Sysmex SE9000 protocol SE9000 Sample data record format 234 bytes This is a modified data record from SE9000 without instrument ID Sample data record format 234 bytes Parameter tot Comment NN 23 Day 23 Sample distinction code Rack no 1234 Rack number 1234 ID information 4 Barcode from barcode label Analysis information NEG POS ERR information POSITIVE diff KEW POSITIVE morph EI POSITIVE count ERROR func ERROR result RE Order information Reserve Reserve Reserve Reserve Reserve IP message information 0 BC 6 123000 Esr value 123 mm N Day Tube position no 2 Sample ID number N N SR ha ha o o ooo DES na na na na StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 269 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Co
270. t working or blocked e Replace pinch valve tube technical assistance is needed oar oh 15 1 7 Saline pump failure 1 Liquid flowing back to the saline container e Replace the saline pump tube 2 Needle is not washed sufficiently e Replace the saline pump tube see WI 163 saline tube replacement on page 302 15 1 8 Pipettes not dry after washing and drying If pipettes are not dried after the wash cycle the following items need to be checked 1 Does the vacuum pump work e Check the vacuum pressure by using the option CHECK FLOW SENSOR 2 Rinse vacuum control valve not working technical assistance is needed 3 Waste separator leaking remove separator and reassemble 4 Rinse nozzle not aligning e Re alignment for the rinse nozzle technical assistance is needed 15 2 Liquid level sensor not sensing 1 Liquid in the container is not detected This occurs sometimes with the DE IONIZED WATER bottle and is caused by a very low conductivity 2 Add one or two drops of SALINE to the DE IONIZED WATER to increase the conductivity Page 150 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm 7 mechatronics Trouble shooting 15 3 Compact stalls When the Compact is not working again check the main fuse The main fuse can be found at the main input socket from the Compact 15 4 Diluter 15 4 1 Diluter system not sufficiently primed Before aspirating the citrate system must be free of air bubbles
271. tant bottle from the 5 litre container 7 3 6 Cleaning solution The cleaning agent needs to be prepared for a cleaning procedure which is used in level 4 maintenance 1 Fill a container with hot 80 C de ionised water 2 Add cleaning agent QRR 010905 to the container 3 Stir well Do not shake 7 3 7 Waste disposal The waste container has a level sensor and as soon as the level sensor generates a waste error the waste container must be emptied The waste must be treated as potentially infectious biohazardous material and disposed of according to local regulations Preferably discard the complete waste container and replace it with a cleaned one Press ESC to clear the error Disclaimer Check your local environment rules about discharging the waste Page 116 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Reporting 8 REPORTING The StaRRsed Auto Compact is able to handle different types of protocols The selection is made in SERVICE SERIAL OUTPUT SETTING 8 1 Protocols A protocol is a set of rules governing the communication and the transfer of data between machines as in a computer system It is also a formal set of rules and procedures to be followed during a request for information before data is transferred between machines and computer systems The following protocols can be selected for data transfer to the Laboratory data processor computer No Serial output MECHATRONI
272. te belt within a certain time limit e Check for mechanical obstructions 2 Measure unit e Compact was not able to position the measure unit within a certain time limit e Check for mechanical obstructions 3 Rinse unit e Compact was not able to position the rinse unit within a certain time limit Page 192 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechetronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact e Check for mechanical obstructions 4 Fill nozzle unit e Compact was not able to position the fill nozzle unit within a certain time limit e Check for mechanical obstructions 5 Needle adapter e Compact was not able to position the needle adapter within a certain time limit e Check for mechanical obstructions 6 Sample probe e Compact was not able to position the sample probe within a certain time limit e Check for mechanical obstructions The following Error messages may occur during normal operation 1 Vacuum error e Check if vacuum is available e Check in screen MAINTENANCE CHECK SENSORS the value of flow sensor e Fatal error call distributor 2 Vacuum stabilisation error Compact was not able to get a stable reading during the vacuum test before aspiration the sample e Check for leakage on the pipette or fill nozzle e Fatal error call distributor 3 Fill time error The fill sensor was not triggered in time e Not enough liquid was sucked up in the pipette e Insuffi
273. ter ESRI110920 Spacer for cubitainer Page 180 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Appendix Cable connection diagram LIE 133H8 ove A SONOHLTYMO3R APY A uota ud Fre EE Aut Aq UOJ Aut a Freet aq Meus Bane MA P rd ON AB GOINOHUVKOA ATY P Adag 1 3002 YN NIMVYO YN SNIN3Y31 xoey pesiuels eueqosunesuee jeqey ONIWVN3S WW YVC00080Y3A ER PedWwOD OMY PESUNEIS 193frONd Jod amp A E Ver Staat ge Addins ae 0 Zi 9L 31vO UNO A VV 00080VH3A ORY PSSYYEIS wejbep uogseuuos ene Suu SQNYTHSHISN 3HL NNOOH jwewdoyenep Mammen Er TEEN Ott OSN BIOL WORD OL ANGOA NI 104 Ag SOINOYLWHOSIW HW 3u 947 OSIN3N DEES Keen WIS tegen Seu OW NYY mea ONvH38 190680v53A 925193 CCCSW CS0690v3A pJeoq uonosuuo LL OL Li lala OD eTeTzTo 800690v8 BEINE r 5 i EE S a OZ0680vH3A ZIOSBOWUSA Josues suo 2 18 4 lt 0690v33A josues OGN ejdues T m sz 3 d 60690v83 g 0680vW3A 10sues po yes Jor 9 4 I S T wodsuen xoi 206095 Ut mt tt d cu RE je sii 40300 Uoqysod EI e e zosoeolusa ee 3 yun awe 090690v43A s 010690v3A E pseoq yun Urey 8 E dE lm n SC ES sw E L E D Page 181 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN R 4 BE KAS mechatron
274. the tab MAINTENANCE This screen has 5 sub screens PRIME ON PAGE 67 CLEAN CHECK SENSORS on page 70 DISPLAY ERROR HISTORY on page 75 DISPLAY MAINTENANCE HIST on page 76 MAINTENANCE INFO on page 77 f e wN gt Page 66 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN R mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 5 1 Prime Clean C m Sample 4j story Usage Maintenance r Settings Service Fg TI When there is a sensor alarm an alarm indicator is shown in the tab MAINTENANCE All maintenance functions for the fluid system are grouped under button PRIME CLEAN on page 67 After each reagent change the fluid system must be primed to fill the relevant tubes with reagent and remove air This is also part of the daily start up Use the applicable button to perform the automatic priming cycle for this reagent 6 5 1 1 Prime Rinse solution PRIME RINSE SOLUTION After each measurement the pipettes are washed and dried automatically 6 5 1 2 Prime Saline e PRIME SALINE After each aspiration the outer needle sample probe and fill nozzle are washed with saline StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 67 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 5 1 3 Prime Diluent PRIME DILUENT The Diluter prime cycle is 5 strokes of the syringe 6 5 1 4 Prime de ionized water e PRIME DE IONIZED WATER After each aspiration the fill nozzle is f
275. the tip Replace the old tip for the new tip assembly From repair set QWLV030902 Moisten the tip with water to ease the tip back into the glass syringe barrel Install the syringe back on to the attachment Prime diluent MAINTENANCE PRIME DILUENT Repeat this step until there are no air bubbles in the total diluent system Check your dilution settings Pons Select display dilution on SETTINGS gt GENERAL SETTINGS gt DISPLAY DILUTION gt ON Run 10 samples through the instrument and make a note of the dilution rate Calculate the mean value of the 10 samples Make adjustment if necessary in SETTINGS gt DILUTER SETTINGS gt DILUTION ADJUSTMENT StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 323 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact mechatronics mechatronics Work instruction Number 187 Page 1 of 1 Purpose Daily maintenance Safety Bio Hazard area Instrument Compact Revision 001 March 2014 Prepare disinfectant if not already prepared Add 10 ml bleach sodium hypochlorite to 190 ml de ionized water 596 solution This disinfectant is for cleaning of all external parts that are exposed to blood 1 Goto tab MAINTENANCE and perform the End of day wash procedure when Fill amp Clean is used End of day wash is not required 2 Check system for leakage e Inspect the peristaltic pump tubes and connections for leak
276. tinction codel 1 D Text distinction code 1 7 Sample distinction code 1 u Day 2 2 Mon 2 Year 2 Rackno 4 a Tube position no 2 me Sequence no 15 00000 ID intormation J if d Sample ID number 13 Instrument ID number 9 Analysis information 1 d Analysis information StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Page 249 Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact n a not applicable R 3500 Sample data flag record format 131 bytes Parameter TAN Comment Textdistinetion code t YY Text distinction codel 1 BY Sample distinction code 1 f mm O EEN Page 250 mechatronics StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Tube position no Tube position in rack 5 ID information Barcode from barcode label Sample ID number e ll Patient number Compact HAZY code messages The code appears in the sample data record at variable RBC This code appears in the sample data record at column 5 The following 4 codes are defined 0 Sample is clear Sample is Hazy 10 1 2 Sample is Hazy 25 3 Sample is Hazy 25 Results with hazy aspect can be suppressed in the menu Limit error settings Compact ERROR code messages This code appears in the sample data record at variable HGB The following 7 codes are defin
277. to Compact Revision 003 August 2014 Step 1 1 Remove the suction tube from the diluent bottle and empty the diluent bottle 2 Fill the diluent bottle with 50 ml bleach sodium hypochlorite and 950 ml de ionized water 5 solution 3 Place the suction tube in chlorine solution 4 Use the PRIME function to fill the dispenser system with the disinfectant 5 After the prime sequence stops press PRIME to fill the dispenser system with the disinfectant 6 Leave the disinfectant in the system for 15 minutes Step 2 1 Take the diluent suction tube out of the disinfectant 2 Wipe the tube clean and dry with a tissue 3 Empty the diluent bottle and refill it with hot de ionized water 80 4 Place diluent suction tube in the diluent bottle with hot water 5 Use the PRIME function 6 After the prime sequence stops press PRIME again to fill the dispenser system with the hot water Step 3 1 Empty the diluent bottle 2 Clean the diluent bottle with new hot de ionized water 80 3 Refill the diluent bottle with new diluent solution 4 Perform another PRIME 5 After the prime sequence stops press PRIME again to fill the dispenser system with the new diluent solution Page 314 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm _ mechatronics Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact RQ mechatronics Work instruction Number 196 Page 1 of 1 Purpos
278. to Compact ONO 4 Fill and clean Cleaning agent preparation Auto Compact Fill and clean This cycle takes about 90 minutes 1 Fill the clean adapter VERA119002 with hot de ionized water till the first mark in the adapter 180 ml 2 Add cleaning agent QRR 010905 till the second marker in the adapter 18 ml 3 Place the two caps on the adapter and mix well 4 Put the adapter in the Input pool 5 Select MAINTENANCE PRIME CLEAN button FILL AND CLEAN Fill and clean Pipette data will be lost C D useFil amp Cleanadapter ON StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 349 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact Start Fill and clean procedure 1 Select button OK 2 The adapter will be transported to the needle position 3 The needle goes down and the fill and clean process is started 4 When all the pipettes are filled the needle goes back to the home position and the adapter is moved to the release position and will be transported into the End pool 5 Sensor check Vacuum pressure check e Go to tab MAINTENANCE gt CHECK SENSOR Select CHECK FLOW SENSOR box Flow 0925 0980 1020 Abs 0300 360 0390 Offset 0045 0050 0055 If the flow is not in range there might be a blockage in the vacuum flow line to the flow sensor Fill Stop sensor check e Go to tab MAINTENANCE gt CHECK SENSOR Select CHECK FILL STOP SENSOR box Fill stop sensor FS
279. to the right 1 Turn the holder to the right 2 The fill nozzle can now be removed 2 The holder can now be removed 3 Disconnect the silicon tube from the fill nozzle The use of a toothbrush and detergent is recommended 1 Carefully scrub the fill nozzle inner part 2 Use a tissue to dry the fill nozzle Replace O ring Remove the O ring QWLV050004 Install new O ring QWLV050004 Page 332 SiaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Rm mechatronics Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact Assemble fill nozzle holder Assemble fill nozzle Push the plastic top part down against the spring pressure 1 1 Connect the silicon tube to the fill nozzle 2 Putthe fill nozzle into the holder Turn the plastic top part until you hear 3 Push the fill nozzle upwards and turn of feel a click the holder to the left 2 Turn the plastic top part clokwise for 1 5 turns 2 Clean Liquid Separator and exchange filters Removing 1 2 3 4 5 6 Cleaning 1 2 3 Open the left cover and remove the waste container The liquid separator is now visible Lift the stainless steel vacuum tube with use of the lever Pull the liquid separator towards the front of the Compact Note The separator has two sensor connectors at the rear Disconnect the silicon tube from the tube connection on the top section Remove bacterial HEPA filter Remove and disassemble the liquid s
280. tor belt E68 is the error code and the text in the status line Mixer motor time out The mixer motor current exceeded the maximum mixing current setting during mixing e Check mixer motor setting e Mixer motor is blocked e Mixer motor is faulty e Mixer motor driver on rack board is faulty e Check mixer motor belt E70 is the error code and the text in the status line Can t home mixer Rack not on mix position Mixer motor send to home position but position grabber motor is not on the MIX position e Check the position motor For error numbers and details see the Appendix Error list Auto Compact on page 198 15 21 3 Check the mixer The mixer is integrated with the rack grabber and will start mixing as soon the first barcode label is read Check the movement during the mixing and check the mixer has enough clearance to turn Check the following settings in SERVICE RACK UNIT MIXER amp CONVEYER MOTOR e Number of turns long mix default 8 This is the first mix of a new rack e Number of turn s short mix default 1 This is the second third etc mix of the same rack StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 171 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Trouble shooting 15 22 Communications The following error numbers E30 till E37 are related to ACK NACK handshake communications between the Auto Compact and the Host Computer e Check the communication cable between the Auto Compact and Host computer e
281. tor sliding it over the support shelf 7 Push the liquid separator towards the rear with the sensor connectors in the holes 8 Release the stainless steel vacuum tube 9 Replace the waste container 10 Close left cover Page300 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact RS mechatronics Work instruction Number 172 Page 1 of 2 Purpose Cleaning Measure sensor Safety Bio Hazard area Instrument Compact Revision 002 February 2014 Remove of the top cover 1 Switch StaRRsed Auto Compact OFF 2 Remove the two rear screws of the top cover 3 Lift the top cover carefully from the instrument If the measure sensor is out of range the sensor must be cleaned In order to clean the measure sensor remove the pipette at the measuring position complete with top and bottom clamp For cleaning use a cotton bud dipped in deionised water or aerosol air blower make sure the cotton bud is just damp Do not use any organic solvents Pipette removal 1 Push and pull vertically the pipette from the holding position of the belts 2 Take pipette off the carousel 3 Store the pipette on a safe place Switch Compact ON 1 Carefully clean the inner part of the measuring sensor by using a cotton bud 2 Check the values of the Measure sensor MS 40 50 60 by using the CHECK MEASURE SENSOR function 3 If not in range
282. tributor or local supplier of this instrument These errors are usually fatal and need engineer s assistance Drive unit Measure unit Rinse unit Fill nozzle unit Needle adapter Sample probe GA dk cr gt 12 4 Error Messages The following error messages may occur during normal operation Vacuum error Vacuum stabilisation error Fill time out error Diluter error Position error Up sensor or down sensor error Rinse head up error Measure head not home error Separator full error Dm uoc bah The explanation of all these messages can be found in Appendix System messages Auto Compact StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 135 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Maintenance 13 MAINTENANCE The StaRRsed Auto Compact is an analyzer that operates with considerable amounts of whole blood virtually undiluted and stores it in a pipette for one hour For this reason instrument maintenance is of the utmost importance To maintain the maximum reliability of the instrument the maintenance procedures must be strictly followed All procedures are based on a number of samples Maintenance levels WI Work instruction Daily on page 136 WI 187 Daily maintenance on page 324 Weekly on page 138 WI 191 Weekly maintenance on page 325 Level 4 maintenance on page 139 WI 193 level 4 maintenance on page 332 Every 7500 samples Level 3 maintenance on page 144 WI 194 Level 3 mainten
283. tronics StaRRsed Incident Report Environmental Health and Safi Important Complete this form within 24 hours of the incident and FAX to Mechatronics 31 0 229 24 15 34 ee SL Last Name Sunt reme neat Company i 4 Stucert Viator Employee Oocoupabon at tme of pry Years exp ints o00upaton Cll TX TlEsd ep On Description of Incident Slate exactly he sequence of events kd Vo the incident Where tL occured A What the person waa doing the ize weight and type of equpmert or materiais invetved eic Injury ER Fera Sei Hath Core Bechet Aic n Other To Names and addresses of witnesses Details of property damage if any Explanation of contributing factor s il Corrective measures Actions to prevent incident recurrence Checimerh actions Ibhan to prpvent recu More then one dem may apply Taava quem mi 4 ero par pD Sar F rie peed a saty com OKT rm d bap ret sgo 2 Vm n or eom y Renee a ce eoe emper rarer ma qom 1 Lk tgge eg gem ected D E J On den rf ft mns A Content corpns eee LIS obs ILL 1 2 Oha bontat e i i e i Name of person reperSrg inodert S gruture of person reporting nodet FEIO Sta Reed incident Report V 0 1 August 2004 Wsued by Te Senece Decartmert of Mecturroncs Copyrht Mechatrornscs B V StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 25 Version 6 68
284. ual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN IP message information BC Text distinction codel 1 D Text distinction code 1 7 Sample distinction code 1 u Day Month sl ol Year 2 l Rackno 4 a Tube position no 2 me Sequence no 5 omg ID information 1 4 Sample IDnumber 3 Analysis information 1 a NEG POS ERR information 1 a POSITIVE itt i vd POSITIVE morph 1 a POSITIVE count 1 o ERROR unc 1 a ERROR resu 1 ol Order information 1 a Reserve Lil o Reeve 1 a Reserve TT a Reeve 1 a Reserve a P message information 6 000000 6 123000 ha o ooo na na na na na na R mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact RBC 102000 Hazy code 12 HCT 01200 Temperature in degr Celsius i e 12 degr MCV 01200 Sedimentation time in minutes i e 12 min MCHC 12300 30 minute ESR value 123 n a Not applicable No Sample data flag record format This protocol contains no sample flag record Tdlims Inquiry data record format 21 bytes Parameter a a Comment Teamo 0 SSS sample no Im Patentrumberissmesssample dat Tdlims order information record format 171 bytes Parameter cU NN Comment Text distinction code Poa sample does not exist 1 sample Sample ID no ml Must be the same as inquiry record Rake dp PS RS e inquiymede 3 Pasemon Je S Patentnane 2m
285. uent bottle with diluent solution 4 Refill the diluent bottle with new diluent solution 5 Use the PRIME DILUENT function 6 After the prime sequence stops press the PRIME DILUENT key 5 times to fill the dispenser system with the new diluent solution Step 4 1 Prepare a Fill and Clean arrangement 2 Run the fill and clean sequence When all the pipettes are filled the needle goes back to the home position 3 Remove the Fill and clean arrangement StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 311 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact mechatronics m mechatronics Work instruction Number 179 Page 1 of 1 Purpose Replace blue air filter Safety Bio Hazard area Instrument Compact Revision Draft October 2001 Remove of the top cover 1 Switch StaRRsed Auto Compact OFF 2 Remove the two rear screws of the top cover 3 Lift the top cover carefully from the instrument Air filter replacement ESRI QWLV0400003 1 Pull both tube connectors out of the blue filter 2 Place new blue filter 3 Reconnect the tube connectors on the filter Replace the top cover 1 Put the cover carefully over the instrument 2 Fasten the two rear screws of the top cover If present if needed Page 312 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechetronics Work instruction StaRRsed Auto Compact mechatroni
286. ults between start time and end time StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 61 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Auto Compact program 6 3 13 Set start date 4 Search options ds 3e 8 Ze 23 G DC LUIS X 9 Geer Set Time and Date Input the End date and time Page 62 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 4 Reagents screen Sample D History Reagents s Maintenance Settings m Service et Separator Rinse solution Saline Diluent De ionized Disinfectant water Lot number Lot number Let number Lot number Lot number 123456763 123456789 123456789 123456789 123456789 Expire date lexpire date Expire date Expire date Expire date 11 2011 11 2011 11 2011 ne 11 2011 Placed Placed Placed Placed Placed 06 Oct 11 06 Oct 11 06 Oct 11 06 Oct 11 06 Oct 11 EI When there is a sensor alarm an alarm indicator is shown in the tab REAGENTS The alarm status of the bottles and separator are shown in this screen An empty bottle is marked by a flashing red to yellow mark When the bottle status screen is active the bottle audio alarm is switched off Reagent information is shown in the little text boxes To input new reagent information when reagent container is replaced click on the appropriate text box Note When the expire date is exceeded the text box will flash red The software c
287. ured StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 35 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 2 3 Wash station Wash station Also named Rinse station This is the position where the sample is washed out of the pipette The pipette is clean and dry after this process 6 2 4 Fill station Fill station This is the position where the pipette is filled with a blood sample 6 2 5 Pipette Pipette This is a graphical representation of the pipette It is generated from the results of the ESR measurement It can be used to locate possible air bubbles 6 2 6 Rack Rack This is a representation of a rack in process Empty positions indicate that no sample tube was detected at that position The combinations of the pictograms have the following meaning me 0000000944 II op lo Barcode could not be read read failure Barcode was read correctly but ESR is not required for this sample 0000000941 IIN ach dr ESR is required and waiting to be done 0000000940 WI OR I ESR was measured successfully 0000000936 WI oe ESR was measured but with fill errors After processing the rack the information of the rack is transferred to the DISPLAY RACK HISTORY on page 45 screen 6 2 7 Sample mode button Sample mode button This is the button to start or stop the run mode of the instrument 6 2 8 Version information Version information Shows the version information of the softwa
288. ut error will be generated The Compact aborts the fill sequence and this error message will be shown on the display and reported to the printer Fill time out error may be caused by 1 Blood clots or rubber debris from the tube cap in the sample e Check the condition of the outer needle e Check the mixing time of the tube SETTINGS GENERAL SETTINGS MIXING INTERVAL default 90 sec 2 Filling procedure stopped by operator 3 Insufficient sample volume e Should be at least 1 4 ml 4 Faulty fill nozzle or fill nozzle washer O ring e Check fill nozzle and washer O ring 5 Incorrectly adjusted sample probe depth e Check needle depth SETTINGS GENERAL SETTINGS SAMPLE PROBE DEPTH default 5 mm 6 Noor poor vacuum e Check vacuum MAINTENANCE CHECK SENSORS CHECK FLOW SENSOR 15 14 Position error E18 is the error code for Carousel position error StaRRsed Auto Compact was not able to position the carousel There was a difference found in the pipette memory position table and the actual measured position of the position sensor A position error can occur if the StaRRsed Auto Compact is switched OFF while the carousel is moving to the next position When the Rinse nozzle sticks up this can also cause a position jump Warning It is highly recommended to wash all samples after a position error Position error solutions 1 Check in tab SETTINGS password 3964 CAROUSEL CONTROL the Rinse position e Select SET RINSE POS
289. vates the disinfectant valve Disinfectant must flow through the small tube connected to the pipette wash station Page 124 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Operation When the StaRRsed Auto Compact has been idle for more than eight hours some reagents may have dropped from the tubes due to gravity Prime all tubing before sampling with 1 PRIME ALL UNITS All priming functions are sequentially performed one time When the Compact has been idle for some hours use the Prime all units key 9 1 2 Power up sequence Switch ON procedure e Switch ON the Compact e Switch ON the PC and monitor e Wait until Windows is ready for use e Start the Compact software 9 1 3 Fill procedure Fill the sample rack with the sample tubes Observe that the barcodes are visible through the opening in the rack Place the rack in a rack adapter Set the Rack adapter in the rack loader with the barcodes facing the rack grabber Select the tab SAMPLE and press the button Sample mode The Rack is transported to the rack grabber the rack grabber picks up the Rack adapter and moves to the barcode reader position to scan the first barcode label The rack is then mixed and after that moved to the needle position to be aspirated If the barcode labels fail to read check if the barcode is facing the correct direction Note BE SURE THAT THE COMPACT IS SET TO THE CORRECT MODE i e EDTA or CITRATE 9 1
290. voltage 100 240V 50 60Hz Fuse 20 x 5 mm Slow blow 220V 2 5 Amp Slow blow 110V 5 0 Amp Power consumption Standby 60 VA Maximum 500 VA Heat output Standby 70 Watt Full operation 360 Watt Rack unit 12 Volt DC from the StaRRsed Auto Mains voltage Compact 50 VA Power consumption 21 5 K Weight StaRRsed Auto Compact overall dimensions A Width 1 100 mm Dimensions Height 770 mm Depth 660 mm Weight 70 kg StaRRsed Auto Compact table size 3 f Width Exclusive space for PC 1 100 mm Table size Min Width Including space for PC 1 500 mm Depth 660 mm Page 22 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Instrument description 2 3 Accessory kit The StaRRsed Auto Compact comes with an accessories kit For a complete list of the the contents of accessories kit see Appendix Article reference code on page 179 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 23 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics General safety instructions 3 GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The instrument described in this manual is designed to be used by properly trained personnel only For the correct and safe use of this instrument it is essential that both operating and servicing personnel follow generally accepted safety procedures in addition to the safety precautions specified in this manual e Execute your work according to this manual Read the instructions before operating the instrument Observe all cautionary markin
291. wma ooo Sample Dnumber To Paterne fags js Oe R3500 Inquiry data record format 21 bytes Parameter D ent OOO Comment Text distinction code distinction code Text distinction code EEN Sarpe Dro Im Paten number same as sample dat R 3500 order information record format 156 bytes Parameter a Comment Text distinction code Text distinction code CL IR NN Information status C does not exist d CE exists Dacos e we EE GE Deen Ell EES Faemino e ToO o o yo StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 245 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact Patient name Sex Patient birthday Doctor name Ward Patient comments Reserved RET Reserved Compact HAZY code messages R mechatronics a Esrflag 0 ESR no 1 ESR yes The code appears in the sample data record at variable RBC This code appears in the sample data record at column 5 The following 4 codes are defined 0 Sample is clear 1 Sample is Hazy lt 10 2 Sample is Hazy lt 25 3 Sample is Hazy gt 25 Results with hazy aspect can be suppressed in the menu Limit error settings Compact ERROR code messages This code appears in the sample data record at variable HGB The following 7 codes are defined O0 No errors 1 No cells plasma found Error No contents could be detected in the pipette
292. x R 3500 unidirectional protocol 117 253 269 Appendix Sysmex SE9000 protocol 117 257 273 Appendix TDLIMS protocol 282 300 Appendix Tube connection StaRRsed Auto Compact 182 APPENDIX FOR STARRSED AUTO COMPACT 178 Aspect Hazy 47 122 AUTO COMPACT PROGRAM 33 Auto dilution adjust 90 B Barcode reader test 172 Basics of Bio safety 27 baud rate 103 Bidirectional 361 C Carousel control 80 83 Carousel 35 Check Wei 124 Check or replace sample probe or outer needle 137 Check sensors 66 70 72 Check sensors in service mode 71 72 Check the mixer 169 171 Check the sensors in service mode 138 Checks during operation 126 Checksum 214 Citrate mode 361 Page 359 Index Cleaning liquid separator 139 Cleaning solution 116 Close 78 Communication error E2 174 Communications 172 Compact connected to 106 Compact settings 105 Compact stalls 151 COMPACT SYSTEM MESSAGES 134 Contaminated instrument 163 Control pipettes 128 Conveyer motor e 96 99 D Daily 127 136 DATA SAFETY MANAGEMENT 147 De ionised water 115 De ionized water 157 Diluent flow check 91 Diluent flow sensor 73 Diluent QRR 010931 115 Diluter 151 Diluter errors 153 Diluter settings 80 89 91 153 Diluter start 73 Diluter system not sufficiently primed 151 Dilution adjustment 60 till 14096 89 Dilution error detection 0 til
293. xt AAAAAAAAAAAAA The ESR value 60 minute method NNN If error is detected E and an error number see table for number translation sp EN xx StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 223 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact If error is detected 1 E and an error number see table for number translation sp EN Text left aligned followed by spaces ASCII 20 xx number made up of xx digits 0 9 ASCII 30 39 Leading zeros and non specified positions are filled with spaces ASCII 20 i The following error codes are gem No cells plasma found ESR Probably gt 140 mm Too many borders found Note If the Compact is switch to the 30 min method the output string has the same format The Compact automatics apply the conversion table to the 60 minute method If temperature correction is switched on the ESR value will be the temperature corrected ESR value Page 224 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechetronics Appendix Protocol MECHATRONICS 01 bidirectional MECHATRONICS 901 request workorder record Appendix for StaRRsed Auto Compact STX Data 125 characters Position Data field of Bytes Format Comment 1 Start of text 1 STX 2 Text distinction code 8 ESRSR Left aligned followed by spaces 10 Instrument ID 20 text If applicable 30 Sample ID 40 text 70
294. y file StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Page 45 Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN Auto Compact program 6 3 3 1 Display rack status More detailed information of the samples in the selected rack is shown in the status table The last 10 racks are stored and can be selected The Clear rack history button will clear the contents of the rack history file and restart to build up a new rack history file Page 46 StaRRsed Auto Compact User Manual Version 6 68 MRN 071 EN mechatronics Auto Compact program 6 3 4 ESR Statistics screens a4 ESR Statistics e Daily mean mm C Hazy 355 C Dilution 2 Bubbles on top 95 e ESR errors C Number of samples Dilution error 10 diluter setting Recalculate Export to Excel CSV D 1 close 06 Sep 11 08 Sep 11 10 Sep 11 12 Sep 11 15 Sep 11 Date Ve 1 02 Sep 11 04 Sep 11 A statistical graph is produced over a selected period Make a selection of the following graphs e Daily mean mm Use this to check variations in the daily mean ESR Hazy Increasing hazy aspects are an indication for contamination of the instrument see Aspect Hazy on page 122 e Dilution Increasing dilution errors indicate the need for maintenance of the diluter system e Bubbles on top Increasing samples with bubbles indicate the need for maintenance of the aspiration system see Foam in column on page 159 e ESR errors Increasing ESR

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