Abbott Diagnostics Aeroset Setup guide

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The AEROSET System is manufactured and/or distributed by Abbott Laboratories, U.S.A.,
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Dear AEROSET Customer,
Welcome to AEROSET Customer Training! Abbott Diagnostics is dedicated to quality laboratory
products and strives to provide the best, most reliable systems available. Quality Customer
Training is an important ingredient to ensure quality results. The AEROSET Customer Training
Guide is designed to be your introduction to using the AEROSET System.
The Modules in this guide are intended for initial training of Operators and should be used in
conjunction with the AEROSET System Operations Manual and the AEROSET Application
Manual/Package Insert Binder.
Any product information in this document should be used in conjunction with the latest
revision of the Operations Manual. If any discrepancies in information exist within this
document or any other, the latest revision of the AEROSET System Operations Manual takes
precedence.

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MASTER TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION and ORGANIZATION OF TRAINING . . vi
SYSTEM TOUR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
BASIC RUN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
DAILY START UP AND CHECKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
RUN OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
RESULT HANDLING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
CALIBRATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
QUALITY CONTROL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
CONFIGURATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
ICT™ UNIT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-1
MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1
COMPONENT REPLACEMENT AND
TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-1
ACTIVITIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1
GLOSSARY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Glossary-1
HAZARDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Appendix-1
INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Index-1

Introduction
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INTRODUCTION
The AEROSET System is a fully automated, random and continuous
access, high throughput clinical chemistry system. The instrument
utilizes a dual pipetting system with a maximum throughput of up to
2,000 tests/hour when running both photometric and potentiometric
assays. The AEROSET System is an open system, which allows the
option of using non-Abbott manufactured reagents. The AEROSET
System processes routine and STAT samples using independent carousel
and FastTrack™ Samplers.
Overview
The AEROSET System Training Program is an integrated, ongoing
approach designed to provide optimum use of the AEROSET System.
The Abbott Customer Service Organization presents information and
provides support to ensure the continuing, successful use of this System.
As a foundation for this process, the goal of the class presentation is to
give the Operator basic tools for effective use of the AEROSET System
in a working environment.
Training Guide Goals
The primary goals of the training guide are to present:
• Procedures to perform basic operation and maintenance
• Information on configuring the System
• Troubleshooting information to resolve common operational
problems

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ORGANIZATION OF TRAINING
AEROSET System Customer Training Class
The information for the AEROSET Customer Training class will be
presented by an instructor using the following materials:
• AEROSET Customer Training Guide
• AEROSET System Operations Manual
• AEROSET System Maintenance Log
• AEROSET Application Manual/Package Insert Binder
AEROSET Customer Training Guide
The AEROSET Customer Training Guide directs classroom activities.
The manual is organized in Modules. Each Module contains the
following:
• Objectives for the Module
• Discussion of the information to be presented
• Supporting illustrations and examples
• Supporting exercises
• Review questions and answers
Example screens and printouts throughout the training guide are used to
acquaint the Operator with the format and content of the various types of
AEROSET System screens and printouts. Information on these screens
and printouts are meant for training purposes only and must not be used
in your laboratory for evaluating specimen results or instrument
performance.
The training guide includes a glossary that defines the vocabulary words
used for each Module as well as terms used during the training sessions.
Throughout the training guide, extra information may be added in the
form of a “NOTE”, “CAUTION”, or “WARN I NG ”. These designations
emphasize special information pertaining to the operation and
performance of the System... BE SURE to read them carefully.
NOTE:This icon is used to indicate important information or
information that represents an exception to conventional methods.

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Safety icons in this manual and on the AEROSET System identify poten-
tially dangerous conditions or situations. Operators must recognize the
icons and understand the type and degree of potential hazard. A brief
explanatory message labeled WAR N IN G or CAUTION, depending on
the nature of the hazard, accompanies the icon.
Safety Icon Descriptions
Icon Description
WARNING:
Potential
Biohazard
Identifies an activity or area where Operators
may be exposed to potentially infectious sub-
stances.
WARNING:
Electrical
Shock Hazard
Indicates the possibility of electrical shock if
procedural or engineering controls are not
observed.
WARNING: The general WARNING icon identifies an
activity or area that may present a physical,
mechanical, or chemical hazard which could
result in moderate to serious personal injury.
CAUTION: The general CAUTION icon identifies an
activity or area that may present a physical,
mechanical, or chemical hazard which could
result in minor injury.
CAUTION:
Class II Laser
Product
Avoid exposure. Do not stare into the beam.
Do not look into the apertures or remove the
Bar Code Reader covers. Laser light is emit-
ted from the apertures. The scanners use a
low-power visible laser diode. Although
momentary exposure to a CDRH Class II
laser is not known to be harmful, failure to
follow proper procedures may result in a
potentially hazardous condition.
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AEROSET System Operations Manual
The Abbott AEROSET System Operations Manual is a complete
reference to the operation of the AEROSET System. During the class,
reference will be made to sections in the Operations Manual. The
Operations Manual is a valuable reference guide to the operation of the
AEROSET System.
You will be referred to sections of the Abbott AEROSET System
Operations Manual using the book icon. When you see the icon, you
will be instructed to review detailed information in the Operations
Manual on a particular procedure or topic.
AEROSET Application Manual / Package Insert Binder
Provides a repository for assay-specific Abbott Clinical Chemistry
Package Inserts and Application Sheets for Abbott reagents used with the
AEROSET System.
CAUTION: Indicates some components of a product are
classified as harmful (Xn) or an irritant (Xi).
CAUTION: Indicates that some component of a product is
classified as a corrosive.
Safety Icon Descriptions (Continued)
Icon Description
Xn, Xi

Biosafety Procedures in the Classroom
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BIOSAFETY PROCEDURES IN THE CLASSROOM
Use appropriate biosafety practices when handling specimens, reagents,
and contaminated instruments.
• Consider all clinical specimens, reagents, controls, and calibrators,
etc., that contain human blood or serum as potentially infectious.
Wear gloves, lab coats, and safety glasses, and follow other
biosafety practices as specified in the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens
Rule 29 CFR 1910.1030, or other equivalent biosafety procedures.
• Avoid contact with the tips of the Sample Probes, since they are
sharp and contaminated with potentially infectious materials.
• Dispose of all clinical specimens, reagents, controls, calibrators,
standards (as appropriate), cuvettes, and other disposables that may
be contaminated, in accordance with local, state, and federal
regulations governing the treatment of regulated medical waste.
¾Solid Waste
Generally accepted procedures for the treatment of consumable
potentially infectious waste include incineration or
autoclaving. If an autoclave is used, verify the effectiveness of
the decontamination cycle.
¾Sharps
Sharps, such as contaminated probes, must be placed in an
appropriately marked puncture-resistant container prior to
treatment and disposal.
¾Liquid Waste
Liquid waste should be treated with the addition of disinfectant
prior to disposal.
The addition of a disinfectant to the waste container helps to
inactivate the infectious organisms that may be collected in the
waste. This reduces the risk to personnel who must handle this
material. Sodium hypochlorite and glutaraldehyde solutions
have been shown to be effective in inactivating organisms such
as HBV, HCV, and HIV, and can be used for this purpose.
Appropriate personal protective equipment should be worn
when these materials are handled.

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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Outline The knowledge and skills you learn during the AEROSET Customer Train-
ing Class are organized into the following Training Manual Modules.
Module 1 System Tour introduces the principal hardware and software components of
the AEROSET System.
Module 2 Basic Run provides an overview of how to order and run a sample.
Module 3 Daily START UP and Checks includes information which explains how to per-
form the Daily Checks and START UP Procedures, and when performance of
these procedures must be done.
Module 4 Run Options examines the various options available to order and run sam-
ples.
Module 5 Result Handling presents the procedures used to review and handle the assay
results reported by the AEROSET System.
Module 6 Calibration provides an overview of the different methods the AEROSET
System uses to measure assays. This Module also includes information on
how to perform a calibration.

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Module 7 Quality Control presents the procedures and options for running quality con-
trol samples and management of quality control data.
Module 8 Configuration provides the information you will need to customize the
AEROSET System for your laboratory.
Module 9 ICT™ Unit provides an overview of the design and operation of the Inte-
grated Chip Technology™(used for ISE measurement).
Module 10 Maintenance provides important information on how to perform the
required Weekly and Monthly Maintenance Procedures on the AEROSET
System.
Module 11 Component Replacement and Troubleshooting discusses useful troubleshoot-
ing approaches and replacement of some of the major System components.
Module 12 Activities consists of exercises which strengthen and reinforce learning.

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MODULE 1:
SYSTEM TOUR
MODULE 1: SYSTEM TOUR
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MODULE 1: SYSTEM TOUR
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CONTENTS
Page
Objectives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Instrument Tour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Consumables and Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Software Tour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-29
Review Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-39
Answers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-40
Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-41

Objectives
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OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of this Module, you will be able to:
1. Locate and identify the AEROSET System components
2. Identify and state the use of each consumable and accessory
3. Identify and describe the use of each screen area
4. Describe screen navigation

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INTRODUCTION
The AEROSET System includes hardware and software components.
This Module will familiarize you with these components as well as
accessories and consumables.
The first section takes you on a tour of the instrument and introduces the
principal hardware components. Your attention is focused on the
identification and location of hardware components, accessories, and
consumables. The tour also includes information which describes sample
progression during a run.
The second section takes you on a tour of the AEROSET System
software. In this section, emphasis is placed on basic knowledge of the
main screen functions and screen operations.

Instrument Tour
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INSTRUMENT TOUR
Overview
The primary components of the AEROSET System include the
following:
1. System Control Center, including:
• Color Touchscreen Monitor
• Keyboard
• Computer (CPU)
•Printer
• Component Stand (optional)
• GPIB Communication Cable
2. Analyzer, including:
• Sampling/Processing Area
• Front Door Area
• Right-Side Panel Area
• Left-Side Panel Area
• Back Panel Area
Figure 1.1: Primary Components of the AEROSET System
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Analyzer
System Control
Center

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Hardware Tour
System Control Center
The System Control Center (SCC) controls the operation of the System.
Using the SCC, the Operator orders tests, reviews data, defines
configuration, initiates a run or maintenance procedure, reviews error
messages, etc.
Figure 1.2: System Control Center
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