BN ProSpec System Addendum to the Instruction Manual - Version 1.1

Update Version

Date

Amendments

1.0

2003/11

Release version

1.1

2008/09

Name change

Manual

Trademarks

BN ProSpec and Dimension Analyzer are trademarks of Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics. The BN ProSpec® System is hereinafter referred to as BN ProSpec®. MS-DOS and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

Software Copyrights

Software of the Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics Products GmbH is the copyright property of Siemens. All rights to this software are retained by Siemens. You are entitled to use this software as well as the documentation relating to it on one single, non-transferable workstation.

Disclaimer

Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics has validated the provided instructions, reagents, instrument, software and customizable features for this system to optimize product performance and meet product specifications. User defined modifications are not supported by Siemens as they may affect performance of the system and test results. It is the responsibility of the user to validate any modifications made to these instructions, instruments, reagents or software provided by Siemens

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This document represents an addendum to the BN ProSpec Instruction Manual, Version 1.4 The information, notes and warnings contained in this addendum represent the current status and supersede any other information, notes and warnings contained in the instruction manual. Due to technical modifications, illustrations in the manuals cannot be updated to their latest status.

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Environmental Operating Conditions The BN ProSpec® may be operated under the following environmental conditions: – Indoor use only – Height up to 2000 m – Temperature range 18° to 32° C – Maximum relative humidity in the permissible temperature range: 85 %, non-condensing – Voltage fluctuations in the supply network must not be any higher than ± 10% of the nominal voltage – Transient overvoltages, as are normal on the supply network.

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The instrument must be protected from direct sunlight.

The protection type for the instrument’s housing corresponds to IP20 in accordance with IEC 60529.

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Storage, transport, setup, service

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The recommended storage temperature for the instrument is between 5° and 45° C.

NOTE

The instrument may only be transported by personnel who have been trained in its correct transport.

NOTE

The analyzer and the associated computer and monitor must be connected with cables that have been checked. On the instrument side, a plug compliant with IEC 320 C13 must be used, while on the other side, a country-standard plug with earth contact must be used.

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The instrument’s components must be set up so that the mains switch on each of the components is easily accessible.

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A space of at least 10 cm on all sides and above must be left around the analyzer.

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With the device setup procedure, you will obtain information (hotline number, etc.) that will tell you how to contact the Service Hotline.

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Only original Dade Behring spare parts must be used. Please order these from your Dade Behring representative.

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Safety notes

WARNING

WARNING

WARNING

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1 If liquid is spilled in the area of the power inlet, the mains plug must be disconnected.

All of the instrument’s on-board safety mechanisms may be ineffective if the instrument is used in a manner other than that defined by the manufacturer.

Contact with patient samples should be avoided, since these may contain potentially infectious material. For this reason, protective (safety) gloves should be worn.

Technical data – Weight Analyzer: Computer:

115 kg Approx. 20 kg, depending on the model

– Footprint of analyzer, computer and possibly external liquid container 170 cm * 75 cm * 90 cm (W/D/H) 1) 1)

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NOTE

Ventilation must be ensured on the rear of the instrument (distance > 10 cm)

Electromagnetic compatibility, interference suppression and immunity to interference Test basis is EN 61326 or IEC 61326. The instrument has been designed and tested according to EN 61 326-1 Class A. In a domestic environment, it may cause radio interference, in which case you may need to take measures to mitigate the interference. The data cable(s) supplied must be used if the relevant requirements are to be met. Shielded cables and plugs must be used for connection to other components such as printers and modems.

We recommend that you do not use any strong electromagnetic transmitters (e.g. cellphones, walkietalkies, door opening devices) in the vicinity of the instrument.

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