Summary of Contents for EKF HemataStat II
- Page 1 HemataStat II ™ Centrifuge Operator’s Manual Separation Technology, Inc. An EKF Diagnostics Company 570 Monroe Road, Suite 1008 Sanford, FL 32771 800-777-6668, 407-788-3677 www.separationtechnology.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 DESCRIPTION AND INTENDED USE ......2 SECTION 2 INSTALLATION .............. 2 Unpacking Power Supply Optional Rechargeable Battery Pack SECTION 3 SETUP PROCEDURE............. 5 Display Options Setup Menu and Procedure SECTION 4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ........8 Start Up Rotor Loading and Balancing Tube Preparation... -
Page 3: Description And Intended Use
An optional rechargeable battery pack is available to permit operation in remote locations where alternating current is not available. The HemataStat II has a CLIA '88 WAIVED status. SECTION 2 INSTALLATION... -
Page 4: Power Supply
POWER SUPPLY Use ONLY the power supply packaged with the HemataStat II. Verify that the ON/OFF switch located on the top of the centrifuge is in the OFF " " position. Always plug the power supply into the rear of the device first and then plug the three- prong end into an electrical outlet. - Page 5 Unplug the device from the electrical outlet. Press the ON/OFF switch to the ON position. The LCD should display the main menu. ENTER FUNCTION: READ 1.1 (OR 0.5) SPIN Press the RUN and ENT buttons simultaneously and hold them down until the battery pack capacity is displayed.
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Page 6: Setup Procedure
SECTION 3 SETUP PROCEDURE DISPLAY OPTIONS This setup procedure will allow the operator to store several functions in the display option memory until a change is required. These functions include the selection of: Tube size - 1.1mm or 0.5mm Inside Diameter (ID). The device must be set to •... - Page 7 Press ENT to enter the tube size menu. Press ENT again to choose the 1.1mm size or press RUN for 0.5mm. SELECT TUBE I.D. 0.5mm 1.1mm When the tube size selection is made, the LCD will return to the main menu.
- Page 8 Simultaneously press and release the ENT and RUN buttons. The LCD will change to: SETUP TUBE I.D. NEXT Press RUN twice to enter the HCT suffix menu. The LCD will display: SETUP % SIGN NEXT Press ENT to make HCT suffix selection. The LCD will display: HCT % SIGN? NO...
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Page 9: Operating Instructions
Press RUN three times to enter the decimal point menu. The LCD will display: SET UP NEXT DECIMAL Press ENT to make decimal point selection. The LCD will display: DECIMAL POINT? NO YES Press ENT again to lock in the decimal point or press RUN to remove the decimal point. -
Page 10: Tube Preparation
When an even number of capillary tubes (2, 4 or 6) are centrifuged, balancing is accomplished by placing the tubes on opposite sides of the rotor from one another so that the weight is distributed equally. If an odd number of tubes (1,3 or 5) are centrifuged, use an empty capillary tube to balance the rotor. -
Page 11: Tube Centrifugation
ENSURE THAT THE SAMPLE IS WELL MIXED. TUBE CENTRIFUGATION With the tube holders and hematocrit tubes in place, lock the lid by firmly pressing down on the lid tab. Start the run cycle by pressing the RUN button. The centrifuge will not operate unless the lid is closed and properly locked. - Page 12 so that the full diagonal interface of the Red Blood Cells (RBCs)/PLASMA can easily be seen as shown below: Note that the diagonal can be in this position or in this position, whichever way provides the clearest view of the interface. Once it has been properly positioned, make sure you do not move the tube during the reading process.
- Page 13 Press the ENT button. The LCD will change to: ENTER INTERFACE: RBCs/PLASMA Move the slider to the RBCs/PLASMA interface. Look through the transparent slider and position the vertical black line on the middle of the diagonal interface as shown in the following diagram. In some instances, a line of red blood cells extending from the RBCs/PLASMA interface through the PLASMA/AIR interface can be observed.
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Page 14: Hematocrit Determination Reminders
Press the ENT button. The LCD will display the hematocrit result. HCT = XX% NEXT TUBE MENU Press ENT to read another tube. Press RUN to return to the main menu. HEMATOCRIT DETERMINATION REMINDERS TO ENSURE CORRECT RESULTS, BE SURE TO: •... -
Page 15: Quality Control And Assurance
HemataStat II. A maximum packing time test is not applicable. If an abnormal operating condition is encountered, a programmed error message will automatically appear in the display. The accuracy of the HemataStat II hematocrit tube reader can be verified by using HemataChek hematology reference control, available from STI. -
Page 16: Spin Time/Rpm Tests
SEC is displayed on the LCD. Stop timing the spin when the motor shuts off. B. RPM The HemataStat II is designed to operate between 5,670 and 6,930 rpm. An internal microprocessor continuously monitors the rpm during operation. If the rpm should drop below the specified range, the motor will shut off, and the message LOW RPM will display on the LCD. -
Page 17: Tube Holders
This decontamination is required by Federal law and EPA Regulations. Employees of STI cannot perform this decontamination. When transporting the HemataStat II, removal of the rotor or placement of packing material around the rotor will help prevent damage to the motor shaft in the event the... -
Page 18: Troubleshooting
Battery pack not properly connected Section 2.3 - Optional Rechargeable not charge Battery Pack Faulty battery pack Replace battery pack Battery pack Voltage is inadequate to charge Plug in fewer power supplies in does not hold HemataStat II electrical outlet (same circuit) adequate charge... -
Page 19: Accessories, Controls And Supplies
SECTION 8 ACCESSORIES, CONTROLS AND SUPPLIES CONTROLS HemataChek Hematology Control is specific for monitoring the Hematocrit ™ determination and is stable for 2 years from date of manufacture at room temperature. Open vial stability is 31 days. Each box contains six 2.5ml vials. 300-101 HemataChek - Normal Control Level, 6 Vials, 2.5ml ea. -
Page 20: Warranty
STI's service announcements or d) use of supplies or parts which do not meet STI specifications. To obtain warranty service, contact Customer Service at 800-777-6668, 407-788-8791, or by email at custserv@separationtechnology.com. HemataStat II, HemataChek, HemataSeal and ClearCrit are trademarks of Separation Technology, Inc. -
Page 21: Specifications
SECTION 10 SPECIFICATIONS • Use: For the centrifugation of blood only. • Rotor: 6 place fixed angle head. • Capacity: Six – 75mm capillary tubes of either 0.5mm or 1.1mm ID. (The inner diameter of capillary tubes may vary slightly – up to 0.1mm.) •... - Page 22 910-100N 05/2015 Manufactured by: Separation Technology, Inc. 570 Monroe Road, Suite 1008 Sanford, FL 32771 www.separationtechnology.com Made in USA...
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