Abbott Afinion 2 User Manual

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20 | USAFINION™ 2 User ManualTesting ProceduresOperating precautionsWhen operating the analyzer:• Use your fingertip to operate the touch screen. Do not use pens or other objects that may scratch or damage the screen. Exception: If the screenalignment function is required, you will need to use a blunt pencil.• The lid opens automatically, but must be closed manually. Do not try to open the lid manually.• The lid protects the cartridge chamber from dust, dirt, light and humidity. Empty the cartridge chamber and keep the lid closed when the analyzeris not in use.• If an information code appears on the screen during the analysis, please consult the “Information codes and troubleshooting” section, page 26-28.• Do not move the analyzer when a test cartridge is being processed.When handling the test cartridge:• Do not use test cartridges after the expiration date, or if the test cartridges are not stored in accordance with the recommendations.• Do not touch the test cartridge optical reading area. Hold the test cartridge by the handle. (Figure 2).• Do not use the test cartridge if the foil pouch, the desiccant bag or the test cartridge itself is damaged.• The test cartridges must reach recommended operating temperature before use.• Do not open the foil pouch until just before use. Once opened, the test cartridge has limited stability.• Handle and dispose the test cartridges and sample collection equipment as potential biohazardous materials. Use gloves.• Do not reuse any part of the test cartridge.Consult the package insert that comes with each Afinion Test Kit for assay specific information.Preparing for an AFINION™ 2 analysis- Allow the Afinion Test Cartridges to reach the recommended operating temperature before use.- Power on your Afinion 2 Analyzer so it is ready for the day’s first analysis.- Enter the operator ID (optional). See procedure on page 22.- The patient ID, control ID or Afinion Control Data can be entered before or during processing of the test cartridge in the analyzer.See procedures on page 22-25.Consult the package insert that comes with each Afinion Test Kit for assay specific information.1Tear strip2 3Open the foil pouch. Grip the handle and removethe test cartridge from the pouch.Discard the desiccant bag and foil pouch insuitable waste containers.When first opened, the test cartridge has limitedstability.Inspect the cartridge. Do not use the testcartridge if it is damaged or if loose desiccantparticles are found on the test cartridge.Use the handle to avoidtouching the optical reading area.Mark the test cartridge with the patientor control ID. Use the ID area on the testcartridge. An ID label can also be used.Do not write on the barcode label or allowit to become wet, dirty or scratched.If an ID label is used, this must fit into theID area.If a barcode reader is connected to the analyzer, a barcoded patient ID, control ID or Afinion Control Data can be entered.