EFRESH® ANALYZER USER MANUAL
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1. testing until they feel comfortable with the testing procedure The examiner should be able to complete a test and a second test one after the other with the results of both tests being within one percent of each other this demonstrates proficiency of the examiner The person acting as the examiner should familiarize themselves with the testing materials procedures and method and explain them to the subject being tested and answer any questions prior to testing If you have any questions about the testing procedure you can call the Company to have them answered The subject should be prepared by e Placed on a non conductive surface e Portion size subjects should be patted dry and not in pooled fluids First gather the device electrode array test subject material and writing materials to the testing area The testing surface should be non conductive surface not a metal surface and large enough for the test subject to lie flat upon The electrode array is placed directly on the subject Next the examiner should energize the device and then turn towards the test subject to ensure that the array is in contact with the subject material flat and not moving Then the examiner should record the measured values from the device 10 2013 Michaeal G Singer All Rights Are Reserved Once the results are written down the examiner should remove the electrode array from the subject Non portion size subjects require custom electrode arra2. Q a Phase Angle Resolution 0 1 degree Range 0 to 360 6 Power Supply two disposable AA batteries 7 Protection Class Internal source medical device 8 Dimensions L 2 874 W 4 567 H 0 945 a Weight 14 5 ounces with batteries 9 Operating Conditions 45 to 85 F and between 30 and 80 humidity Chapter Three Operation and Testing To Begin 1 Once the device is removed from its shipping container a Remove the protective film from the display b Place the two AA batteries in the device Subject Cable Surface Pads Surface Pads 8 2013 Michaeal G Singer All Rights Are Reserved E aMi Device Power Management 1 Press the on off switch on the right side of the front panel under the display area 2 The device will turn itself off 3 Once the device is connected to a subject it will self validate and begin the reading 9 2013 Michaeal G Singer All Rights Are Reserved Performing a Test Bioimpedance testing is the measurement of electrical values from a safe and highly controlled electrical circuit introduced into the test subject by two electrodes that introduce and set up the circuit and two electrodes that make the measurement THE EFRESH ANALYZER IS FOR USE ON FOODS ONLY It is important for the examiner to perform each test carefully and in the same manner so the data is accurate and subsequent measurements can be compared The examiner should practice
3. EFRESH ANALYZER USER MANUAL USER MANUAL REVISED 6 January 2014 CellMetRx Corporation POB 253 Harrisville MI 48740 0253 989 724 5631 info ipgdx com Table of Contents CE one Bao VENIO N eaer T E ean tincciooacectitenantace E bauicnasscua ena naranrea sean 3 Statement of Intended Utilization of the EFresh Analyzer ccccccccsssccccesseccccenececceeeceseesececeueceeeueeceeeauaesessuaeees 3 Preco ON genres eee era een E ee ee ee ee ee re eee 3 Symbols Abbreviations and Definitions ccccccccsseccccessccccsesecccceneccceescceceuseceeseneceseuuecceseeseceseunecessegeceesaeeeesseneess 3 pre 0 das TNO Pece 9 greece ee eee eee ee ea teen ee eee ee ee ee ne eee eee 4 MN IDE QUO cca svehvestectsn E ws die actu E E aun aateeeeeae duane aerare E A 4 BS CHO CON ee EEE E 5 BVO PON aac esse sac seeaoteses E ieeweencatenneseen eee ceamere tee ceseseeeoneseeseesete 5 EX OB AC Ue arash tre A vy ec E E EE EE A A IE E E sees aaa E E A N E AG 5 Fixed Distance Electrode Aray Ameen een en ene ean Ore oe en en ann ene ee ee eee ee 6 mermar ESC PONG Sy SUCHIN E S 6 Technical Op ratine Se CII Ce OS cgi sesete grec recency ace essaenn arse tence aren esate count eedusneeeaaneaen abeeannaeeeaeaeeex 7 POV SUNS a E ssp ecsis cco E terse se asc ava cstv A E EE N 7 Maintenance and O00 a saan soe uoepnnecssananeesneseacecoanccucaaasteenctiasasteseancnseinemansneoep nedennacoueanonenniaedsacacinaronntioonamiesnensesetees 7 STe E aa E er
4. Reserved Technical Operating Specifications Power Supply The device is powered by two disposable AA batteries housed on the back accessed via a removable plastic cover Carefully remove the screw from the cover and replace the screw when done changing the batteries Batteries should be removed from the device if it is not to be used for more than thirty days A LOW BATTERY signal is displayed when the batteries require replacement Battery life with multiple tests and daily utilization is about three months Maintenance and Repair The device has no parts subject to user maintenance and repair All maintenance and repair must be performed by the Company Contact the Company for maintenance and repair Subject Cables The subject cables are permanently affixed to the device and should not be removed twisted kinked or otherwise mistreated The color coded clip tips on each cable can be removed for cleaning as necessary We recommend using a disposable alcohol pad to cleanse them after each use Fixed Distance Electrode Array The fixed distance electrode array is made to make measurements on average portions The subject cable is attached to the array with the two black subject cable ends at the beginning and end as they introduce the electrical signal and the two red subject cable ends inside the black ones as they make the measurement The array should be thoroughly cleansed after each test between samples to prevent cross con
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6. egrees 3 2013 Michaeal G Singer All Rights Are Reserved Chapter Two Specifications Warranty The device is warranted for a period of one year twelve months to be without defects in materials and or workmanship from the delivery date specified in the invoice and the warranty covers parts and labor only Please note that you must register the warranty with the Company for it to be in effect and that registration must be made and the information received by the Company within thirty days of your receipt of the device The Company is responsible for repair or replacement at its discretion to cure any defects under the warranty A return merchandise authorization RMA must be issued by the company prior to returning the device to the company or receipt of a replacement device Contact the Company to agree on the delivery method and the documentation to be provided together with the instrument The Company declares that the content of this manual is accurate however we reserve the right to modify change or revise this document If the user thinks that there are some errors they are recommended to contact the Company The Company does not provide any express or implicit guarantee for the misuse of the device The right of the user to ask for compensation due to fault or negligence of the Company is limited to the amount paid by the Customer for the purchase of the instrument This warranty does not cover and is void if the
7. failure of your instrument is caused by defects malfunctions breaks or damages resulting from the non observance of the use and maintenance instructions for the instrument The Company is not responsible for and the warranty will be revoked and cancelled if the user makes changes improper use or misuse of the instrument 4 2013 Michaeal G Singer All Rights Are Reserved Description The EFresh Analyzer is a generic bioimpedance analysis device intended only for the measurement of Impedance Resistance Reactance and Phase Angle in in foods Exterior Front ABS Case L 2 874 W 4 567 H 0 945 Display Passive Matrix Monochrome OEL 128 x 32 Pixels Light Blue Power Switch Exterior Back Subject Cable Battery Cover Plate Screw 5 2013 Michaeal G Singer All Rights Are Reserved Fixed Distance Electrode Array Internal Electronic Systems Six Layer Custom Circuit Board Component Layer Ground Layer Signal Layer Signal Layer Power Layer Component Layer Key Components Impedance Analyzer Circuit Subject Cable Digital Signal Processor Display e A DandD A Batteries x2AA Features Digital Signal Processor Eco Power Management System Disposable AA batteries o Subject connected automatic power offin 45 seconds o Subject disconnected automatic power offin 6 seconds Measures Impedance Resistance Reactance and Phase Angle 6 2013 Michaeal G Singer All Rights Are
8. lavor and the lower phase angle that the cell membranes have broken down and are tenderer In fish for instance higher phase angles and best flavor are found upon harvest such as a freshwater fish which begins at 35 salt water at 40 So if your specimen has a phase angle above 25 the fish is fine as a stand alone entr e while fish below 25 but above 15 may be better sauced spiced or in a secondary role Over time you will grow accustomed to the specific values and changes seen in the specimens you use or study Most importantly please feel free to call and discuss any questions Chapter Four Service Step One Always communicate with the Company first regarding any problems with the device There is no service that you can perform on the device Step Two If necessary the Company may ask you to return the device for repair or replacement if so you will be issued a Return Merchandise Authorization RMA number package the device professionally and send it to the Company 14 2013 Michaeal G Singer All Rights Are Reserved Device photo L Device Labeling A natie seral Number XXAXXXXXXXX a Manufactured by Rushford NanoElectroChemistry Company Rushford MN 55971 For IPGDx LLC see user manual for contact information BF 2 44 batteries 3 volts Maximum current output 450 318rms microamperes S0Khz PCT patent pending This symbol designates the device as International Electro Technical Commission ca
9. lts Foodstuff result analysis is simple and straight forward as the measured value relate directly to fluid volume resistance cell volume reactance and cell membrane integrity phase angle The Resistance value is higher with less fluid and lower with more fluid corresponding to adipose as well as adipose fat has significantly less fluid and therefore more Resistance than lean tissue which has much more fluid and therefore less Resistance The reactance value is proportional to cell mass and a surrogate for freshness The phase angle value is highest upon harvest and reduces over time based upon preservation methods Both reactance and phase angle go to zero if the foodstuff has been previously frozen as freezing results in the breakdown of cell membranes The Vitality Index is the scored phase angle value 12 2013 Michaeal G Singer All Rights Are Reserved Measured Values Vitality Index Values Upon Harvest Change over time Salt Water Fish 40 F 1 a f E E E m 13 2013 Michaeal G Singer All Rights Are Reserved Some foods are best immediately upon harvest such as fish fowl and vegetables while others are best once they age or mature as their cells breakdown as in beef pork and fruits For instance when sorting beef or pork steaks the specimens with the highest resistance and lowest phase angle are the most flavorful and tender as the higher resistance indicates more fat and f
10. tamination Cleaning the Device We recommend that the device be wiped down after each use with a damp cloth Do not use any solvents or cleaning agents on the device Storage and Transport Store and transport the device in its original box container with the batteries removed in a dry safe and room temperature environment of 15 to 35 C humidity 30 to 60 and atmospheric pressure 86 106 kPa Use The device can be used as frequently as necessary with testing multiple times daily for months prior to battery power loss Battery power loss is alerted on the display as noted above You should not use the device in a wet environment or allow the device to be exposed to moisture If the device is immersed contact the Company to arrange for repair at your expense It is not possible to hurt the food with the device 7 2013 Michaeal G Singer All Rights Are Reserved Calibration and Check The device is self validating and performs the validation routine internally each time it is energized Technical Specifications 1 Device type Fixed frequency phase sensitive bioimpedance analyzer 2 Device name EFresh Analyzer 3 Measures Impedance resistance reactance and phase angle 4 Output Signal Nominal 425 uA 25 uA at 50 KHz crystal controlled Sinusoidal wave form a Range 0 to 10 000 ohms resistive or capacitive 5 Measured Value Accuracy impedance resistance reactance Nominal 1 0 0 Range 0 to 1000 Q Resolution 1
11. tegory designation BF denoting energy transfer to the subject with a non permanent contact under IEC60601 standards This symbol indicates referring the reader to the device user manual this document 15 2013 Michaeal G Singer All Rights Are Reserved Company contact information CellMetRx Corporation POB 253 705 South Lake Huron Shore Road Harrisville MI 48740 0253 9897245631 USA Eastern info ipgdx com 16 2013 Michaeal G Singer All Rights Are Reserved
12. viously frozen but sold or offered as fresh The EFresh System includes the instrument a portion sized fixed distance hand heal electrode array and ongoing training support and communication Precautions 1 Follow all instructions directions and suggestions contact the Company with any questions prior to using 2 Treat the device with care and gentleness to extend its useful life do not impact the device 3 Do notimmerse the device in liquids or get it wet in any way a Thoroughly cleanse the fixed distance electrode array after each use to avoid cross contamination 4 Use the device in a comfortable and controlled environment and not in extremes of temperature or humidity Do not bend kink or otherwise compromise the subject cables Do not use the device if any component is broken Do not open the device case or modify any part of the device 2 to n If you are not going to use the device for more than a month remove the batteries and replace them when you use the device again use fresh batteries as needed 9 For service on the device contact the Company Symbols Abbreviations and Definitions 1 Z impedance the total opposition force of conduction measured in ohms 2 R resistance one of the two vectors of phase sensitive impedance measured in ohms 3 X reactance one of the two vectors of phase sensitive impedance measured in ohms 4 PA phase angle the arc tangent of X and R expressed in d
13. ys to fit their size Generally we use penetrating electrodes of a size proportional to the size of the subject For instance in small portions four straight pins or needles can be used larger portions may require finishing nails or brass rods in primal cuts or whole body studies Large cuts whole body and large specimens can be tested hanging but always on a non conductive surface should lay out flat REMEMBER WHEN ATTACHING THE ELECTRODE CLIPS THAT THE BLACK CLIPS INTRODUCE THE ELECTRICAL SIGNAL AND SET UP THE CIRCUIT SO THEY ARE PLACED AT THE TOP BOTTOM BEGINNING END OF THE SUBJECT BEING TESTED THE RED CLIPS WITHIN THE BLACK The test procedure is the same however when you remove the fixed electrode array place the color coded clips on the ends of each cable to attach to your penetrating electrodes The penetrating electrodes should be placed inline with the signal introduction and detection electrodes apart the full distance of what the cable ends allow and then the other cable is placed at the opposite end of the subject The specific area of interest should be between the detection electrodes Once the electrodes are placed connect the cables energize the device and record the readings If you have any questions regarding the testing procedure please feel free to contact the Company 989 724 5631 info ipgdx com 11 2013 Michaeal G Singer All Rights Are Reserved How it works MEASUREMENT oY STEM Interpreting Your Resu
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