Beckman Coulter COULTER HmX Manual

COULTER HmX Hematology Analyzer
Operator’s Guide
PN 4237519CB (March 2011)
Beckman Coulter, Inc.
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HmX
COULTER
HmX
®

WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
READ ALL PRODUCT MANUALS AND CONSULT WITH BECKMAN COULTER-TRAINED PERSONNEL BEFORE ATTEMPTING
TO OPERATE INSTRUMENT. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO PERFORM ANY PROCEDURE BEFORE CAREFULLY READING ALL
INSTRUCTIONS. ALWAYS FOLLOW PRODUCT LABELING AND MANUFACTURER’S RECOMMENDATIONS. IF IN DOUBT AS
TO HOW TO PROCEED IN ANY SITUATION, CONTACT YOUR BECKMAN COULTER REPRESENTATIVE.
BECKMAN COULTER, INC. URGES ITS CUSTOMERS TO COMPLY WITH ALL NATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY
STANDARDS SUCH AS THE USE OF BARRIER PROTECTION. THIS MAY INCLUDE, BUT IT IS NOT LIMITED TO,
PROTECTIVE EYEWEAR, GLOVES, AND SUITABLE LABORATORY ATTIRE WHEN OPERATING OR MAINTAINING THIS OR
ANY OTHER AUTOMATED LABORATORY ANALYZER.
HAZARDS AND OPERATIONAL PRECAUTIONS AND LIMITATIONS
WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, and IMPORTANTS alert you as follows:
WARNING - Can cause injury.
CAUTION - Can cause damage to the instrument.
IMPORTANT - Can cause misleading results.
WARNING Risk of operator injury if:
r All doors, covers and panels are not closed and secured in place prior to and during instrument operation.
r The integrity of safety interlocks and sensors is compromised.
r Instrument alarms and error messages are not acknowledged and acted upon.
r You contact moving parts.
r You mishandle broken parts.
r Doors, covers and panels are not opened, closed, removed and/or replaced with care.
r Improper tools are used for troubleshooting.
To avoid injury:
r Keep doors, covers and panels closed and secured in place while the instrument is in use.
r Take full advantage of the safety features of the instrument. Do not defeat safety interlocks and sensors.
r Acknowledge and act upon instrument alarms and error messages.
r Keep away from moving parts.
r Report any broken parts to your Beckman Coulter Representative.
r Open/remove and close/replace doors, covers and panels with care.
r Use the proper tools when troubleshooting.
CAUTION System integrity might be compromised and operational failures might occur if:
r This equipment is used in a manner other than specified. Operate the instrument as instructed in the Product Manuals.
r You introduce software that is not authorized by Beckman Coulter into your computer. Only operate your system’s
computer with software authorized by Beckman Coulter.
r You install software that is not an original copyrighted version. Only use software that is an original copyrighted
version to prevent virus contamination.
IMPORTANT If you purchased this product from anyone other than Beckman Coulter or an authorized Beckman Coulter
distributor, and, if it is not presently under a Beckman Coulter service maintenance agreement, Beckman Coulter cannot
guarantee that the product is fitted with the most current mandatory engineering revisions or that you will receive the most
current information bulletins concerning the product. If you purchased this product from a third party and would like
further information concerning this topic, call your Beckman Coulter Representative.

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REVISION STATUS
Initial Issue, A 6/99
Software version 1.0.
Revision B, 3/01
Software version 1.3.
Changes were made to add the IVD parameters, MRV and IRF.
Changed pages: Cover, iii, vi, vii, 2-17, 2-21, 2-23, 2-27, 3-4, 3-9, 3-18 to 3-21, 4-9, 4-21 to
4-23, 6-4, 6-7, 6-10, 6-15, 6-18, the Index, and back cover.
Some repagination was done at the end of Chapters 3 and 4 due to new information added
to earlier pages.
Revision C, 6/03
Changes were made to,
r comply with the EU IVD Directive (98/79/EC).
r change the company name from Coulter Corporation to Beckman Coulter Inc.
Note: Changes that are part of the most recent revision are indicated in text by a bar in the
margin of the amended page.
Revision CA, 5/10
Software Version 1.3.
Updates were made to the company corporate address.
Note: Changes that are part of the most recent revision are indicated in text by a bar in the
margin of the amended page.
Revision CB, 03/11
Software Version 1.3.
Changes were made to page 2-27, 3-2.
Note: Changes that are part of the most recent revision are indicated in text by a bar in the
margin of the amended page.
This document applies to the latest software listed and higher versions. When a subsequent software version
changes the information in this document, a new issue will be released to the Beckman Coulter website. For
labeling updates, go to www.beckmancoulter.com and download the most recent manual or system help for
your instrument.

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CONTENTS
REVISION STATUS, iii
INTRODUCTION, xi
HOW TO USE YOUR COULTER HmX HEMATOLOGY ANALYZER DOCUMENTATION
SET, xi
ABOUT THIS MANUAL, xi
CONVENTIONS, xii
HOT KEYS (SHORTCUTS), xii
1 SYSTEM OVERVIEW, 1-1
1.1 HmX MAIN UNIT COMPONENTS, 1-1
1.2 COMPUTER, MONITOR AND KEYBOARD, 1-2
1.3 ACCESS SCREEN, 1-3
1.4 SOFTWARE MENU TREE, 1-4
1.5 RUN SAMPLES SCREEN OPTIONS, 1-5
ÍOptns:, 1-5
1.6 STATUS LINE, 1-6
2STARTUPANDCONTROLS,2-1
2.1 STARTUP, 2-1
2.2 CONTROL RUN, 2-2
Preparation, 2-2
LATEX, 2-2
Cycling COULTER 5C Cell Controls in Primary Mode with Bar-Code Labels, 2-7
Cycling Commercial Cell Controls without Bar-Code Labels, 2-10
Cycling 5C Cell Control in the Secondary Mode, 2-11
COULTER Retic-C Cell Control, 2-13
2.3 CONTROL REVIEW OR REPORT, 2-18
LATEX Control Review or Report, 2-18
CBC/DIFF Control Review or Report, 2-20
Retic Control Review or Report, 2-21
CBC Control Review or Report, 2-22
2.4 CONTROL GRAPHS, 2-23
2.5 MODE TO MODE, 2-24

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2.6 XB ANALYSIS, 2-24
XB Theory, 2-24
Target Values, 2-24
Current XB Batch, 2-25
XB Batch Means, 2-25
XB Graphs, 2-26
2.7 IQAP, 2-27
2.8 DIFFERENTIAL COMPARISON PROCEDURE, 2-27
3 SAMPLE ANALYSIS, 3-1
3.1 CBC/DIFF SPECIMEN COLLECTION, 3-1
3.2 CBC/DIFF SPECIMEN STORAGE, 3-1
3.3 BAR-CODE LABELING, 3-2
3.4 TUBE ADAPTERS, 3-2
3.5 PREASSIGNING THE WORKLIST, 3-3
3.6 SAMPLE INTEGRITY CHECKS, 3-3
3.7 CYCLING SAMPLES IN THE PRIMARY MODE, 3-4
3.8 CYCLING SAMPLES IN THE SECONDARY MODE, 3-7
3.9 CYCLING SAMPLES IN THE PREDILUTE MODE, 3-9
3.10 CYCLING SAMPLES IN THE RETIC MODE, 3-12
Retic Specimen Collection, 3-12
Retic Specimen Storage, 3-12
Retic Sample Preparation, 3-12
Retic Sample Analysis, 3-14
3.11 WORKLIST, 3-18
Automatic Sequencing Set Up, 3-18
Preassigning the Worklist, 3-19
Status Messages, 3-20
3.12 HOST WORKLIST, 3-22
4 DATA REVIEW, 4-1
4.1 RUN SAMPLES DISPLAY, 4-1
4.2 CBC HISTOGRAMS, 4-2
RBC Distribution Curve, 4-2
Plt Distribution Curve, 4-2

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4.3 DIFF SCATTERPLOTS AND HISTOGRAMS, 4-3
DF1, 4-3
DF2, 4-4
DF3, 4-4
VCS Histograms, 4-5
4.4 RETICULOCYTE SCATTERPLOTS, 4-6
DF5, 4-6
DF6, 4-6
4.5 PARAMETER CODES, 4-7
Retic Parameter Codes, 4-9
4.6 MESSAGES, 4-9
Condition Messages, 4-11
Suspect Messages, 4-11
Definitive Messages, 4-12
4.7 MICROSCOPIC REVIEW, 4-13
4.8 DATA BASE QUERY, 4-14
Overview, 4-14
Data Base Function, 4-14
Sorting, 4-18
Sort Rules, 4-18
Editing, 4-19
Do Not Edit, 4-19
Edit a Sample, 4-20
Results of Changed Parameters, 4-20
Batch Processing, 4-21
Batch Print, 4-21
Batch Transmit, 4-21
Archive, 4-21
To Archive, 4-22
To Review Archived Files, 4-23
4.9 WORKLOAD RECORDING, 4-24
Patient Tests Bar Graph, 4-24
Non-Patient Tests Bar Graph, 4-25
5 SHUT DOWN, 5-1
5.1 SHUT DOWN, 5-1
5.2 CLEAN CYCLE, 5-1
5.3 PROLONGED SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE, 5-2
5.4 AUTOPURGE CYCLE, 5-2
6SETUP,6-1
6.1 CHAPTER OVERVIEW, 6-1

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6.2 CONTROL SET UP, 6-2
CBC/DIFF file, 6-2
Latex file, 6-3
CBC file, 6-4
RETIC file, 6-4
Auto-Stop, 6-4
6.3 SAMPLE ANALYSIS SET UP, 6-6
Action limits, 6-6
XB limits, 6-6
Definitive flag limits, 6-6
High/low flag limits, 6-7
Laboratory Normal Ranges, 6-7
Location list, 6-8
Physician list, 6-8
Display formats, 6-9
Screen Labels, 6-9
Parameter Selection, 6-10
Reporting Units, 6-10
Delete database, 6-11
Delete host spooler, 6-11
Clear printer spooler queue, 6-12
Print options, 6-12
Auto Print Format, 6-12
Ticket Options, 6-13
Spooler Priority, 6-14
Graphics Options, 6-15
Optional Printer, 6-16
6.4 SYSTEM SET UP, 6-17
Shift, 6-17
Reagents, 6-18
Institution, 6-18
Communication def, 6-19
Host Computer Definition, 6-19
IQAP ID#, 6-19
Set Date/Time, 6-20
Supervisor Password, 6-20
Optimize Hard Disk, 6-20
REFERENCES, REFERENCES-1
INDEX, INDEX-1
TRADEMARKS

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CONTENTS
TABLES
1.1 F5 from Run Samples Screen, 1-5
1.2 Status Line Definition, 1-6
2.1 When LATRON Control is Out of Limits, 2-6
2.2 When CBC/DIFF Control is Out of Limits, 2-9
2.3 When Retic Control is Out of Limits, 2-17
4.1 Parameter Codes, 4-7
4.2 Retic Parameter Codes, 4-9
4.3 Summary of Flagging Messages, 4-10
4.4 Origin of Abnormal Pop Messages, 4-11
4.5 Definitive Flagging Limits, 4-12
6.1 Control Error Message Status and Action, 6-5

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INTRODUCTION
This introductory section contains the following topics:
r How to use your COULTER HmX Hematology Analyzer Documentation set
r About this Manual
r Conventions
r Hot Keys
HOW TO USE YOUR COULTER HmX HEMATOLOGY ANALYZER DOCUMENTATION SET
Use the Reference manual for in-depth information about what the instrument does, the
methods it uses, its specifications, and information on installation, safety and software options.
Use the Special Procedures and Troubleshooting Manual to run a calibration, perform
reproducibility and carryover checks, and to clean, replace or adjust a component of the
instrument. The troubleshooting tables appear at the back of the manual.
Use the Operator's Guide for the day-to-day running of your instrument. Read the System
Overview chapter to become familiar with the different parts of your system. Then go through
the detailed step-by-step procedures of start up, running controls and samples, reviewing data
and shutdown.
Use the Host Specifications Manual to locate information about transmission to a host
computer.
See the Documentation page on the back cover of this manual for the contents of each manual.
It can help you to determine quickly which manual contains the information you need.
ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Your HmX Hematology Analyzer Operator's Guide provides step-by-step instructions for the
day-to-day running of your instrument.
This information is organized as follows:
s Chapter 1, System Overview
Identifies and defines the function of the system components of the HmX Hematology
Analyzer. Gives an overview of the software menu structure and the DMS status line.
s Chapter 2, Startup and Controls
Contains step-by step instructions for performing daily start up and quality control
procedures. Includes information on control run, review or report, graphs, XBanalysis,
differential comparison, and mode to mode.
s Chapter 3, Sample Analysis
Contains step-by-step instructions for performing sample analysis in the Primary,
Secondary, Predilute, and Retic modes. Information about using the Worklist and Host
Worklist is also included.

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INTRODUCTION
CONVENTIONS
s Chapter 4, Data Review
Contains information about reviewing the data on the Run Samples screen such as
histograms, scatterplots, parameter codes, flags, and messages. Also presents information
on Data Base Query and Workload Recording.
s Chapter 5, Shut Down
Contains step-by-step instructions for shutting down your system for short or prolonged
periods.
s Chapter 6, Set Up
Contains information on how to set up control files, sample analysis options, and system
options.
CONVENTIONS
This manual uses the following conventions:
r ITALICS indicate screen messages such as RESET THE SYSTEM or Press any key.
r Bold indicates
t a menu item such as Run Samples
t a function such as F3 Run.
r The software path to access the needed function or screen appears in a series separated
by double arrow heads. For example, the path to the Reagents set up screen is:
Special Functions tt Set Up tt System Set Up tt Reagents.
To select a menu item, highlight it then press Ûor press the alphabetic key on the
keyboard that corresponds to the letter displayed in black within the name of the menu item.
r ëindicates a key (such as Û).
r ëë indicates to press and release the first key listed, then press and release the next
key listed.
r ë+ëindicates to press and hold the first key listed, then press the next key.
HOT KEYS (SHORTCUTS)
ÉGo to the Access screen. This
is only available when the
Main Menu is displayed.
Þ+ã Stops instrument beeping and
removes the error message at the
bottom of the screen.
ÌPrint. Ý+Ê Move from the current screen to
the Error file and back to the
original screen.
ÑExit (unless the F3 Run
window is displayed, then the
function of Ñis Stop.)
Ý+w Move from the Sample Analysis
screen to the Worklist and back
when a sub-menu or window is
not displayed.
ÒSave and/or return to the
previous screen.

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1SYSTEM OVERVIEW
1.1 HmX MAIN UNIT COMPONENTS
bAspirator probe. Use this to aspirate from open vials, predilute specimens, and retic preparations.
cSample bar. Press this to start aspiration from an open vial, predilute specimen, or retic
preparation.
dBar-code reader.
eEntry port for closed vials.
fExit tray for closed vials.
gStandby/Reset rocker switch. Use this switch to put the instrument in the standby state or to
reset the system (refer to Special Procedures and Troubleshooting manual for reset procedure).
The |symbol indicates the ready position and the O symbol indicates the standby position.
hGreen glow means bar-code read is successful, cycle the sample.
iRed glow means wait. It also indicates when a bar-code read is unsuccessful.
jReady indicator light. Main power is on and the Standby/Reset rocker switch is in the ready
position. Instrument is ready to operate.
1) Standby indicator light. Main power is on and the Standby/Reset rocker switch is in the standby
position. Voltages are applied to a memory location in the analyzer but everything else is powered
down. To return to the ready state, put the Standby/Reset rocker switch in the ready position, |.
1! Main power On/Off rocker switch. This is located on the back of the instrument.
POWER
AC INPUT
COMPUTER AC
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OULTER
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SYSTEM OVERVIEW
COMPUTER, MONITOR AND KEYBOARD
1.2 COMPUTER, MONITOR AND KEYBOARD
Note: The design of your computer and monitor may differ from this illustration. If so,
refer to the manufacturer’s documentation for information on controls and indicators.
bMonitor power indicator light. Glows when power is on.
cMonitor power On/Off switch.
dMonitor menu controls. Not used routinely.
eMonitor audio controls. Not used with the HmX Hematology Analyzer.
fComputer power On/Off switch.
gHard disk indicator light. Glows when the computer is saving or retrieving data
hComputer reset button. Used only in special circumstances. If you reset the computer, you
must also reset the system using the Standby/Reset switch on the main unit before you return
to normal operation.
iComputer power indicator light. Glows when power is on.
jDiskette drive. Used to upload COULTER 5C cell control file data and archive patient sample
results. Indicator light glows when saving or retrieving data.
íSpacebar. Toggles options. Press the spacebar to continue when the monitor screen is blank.
æ
è é
ç
Cursor keys move the cursor to highlight menu items, scroll up and down screens, or move to
a field on a screen to enter or edit data.
ëAll other keys. Function is defined on each screen and in individual procedures.
MICTREEBLEBASS
ON/OFF
VOLUME
MAX MIN MAXMIN MAX MIN ON OFF
+
-
EXIT MENU
1
2
3467
8
9
5

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SYSTEM OVERVIEW
ACCESS SCREEN 1
1.3 ACCESS SCREEN
The Access screen provides you with quick access to the most commonly used areas of the
software. It is the first screen to appear after a system reset or power up. If you go to any of
these areas using the Access screen, you will automatically return to the Access screen upon
exit. The Access screen is also available from the Main Menu by using the F1 key.
This program is protected by U.S. and International laws as described
in the manual. (C) Copyright Beckman Coulter Inc., 1999
COULTER(R) HmX HEMATOLOGY ANALYZER
F1
RUN
SAMPLES
F2
RUN
CONTROLS
F3
CLEAN
F4
DATA BASE
QUERY
F5
WORKLIST
F6
HOST
WORKLIST
F9
MAIN
MENU
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SYSTEM OVERVIEW
SOFTWARE MENU TREE
1.4 SOFTWARE MENU TREE
The Main Menu consists of the four items listed across the top of the menu tree:
Sample Analysis, Controls, Diluter Functions, and Special Functions.
Sample Analysis Controls Diluter Functions Special Functions
Prime Reagents
Start Up
Shut Down
Disinfect
F5 from Run Samples screen
F3 from Run Samples screen
Run Samples
Data Base Query
Worklist
Host Worklist
XB
Control set up
Sample analysis set up
System set up
Control Run
Review or Report
Graphs
Current XB batch
XB batch means
XB graphs
Diluent
Lyse
Pak
Cleaner
All
Diagnostics
Set Up
Calibration
Error File
Fluidic Tests
BSV Tests
CVS Functions
System Test
Solenoid Test
Drain and Vent
HGB Lamp Adjust
Multiple Aperture Zap
Compressor On/Off
Disable Reagent Sensors
Bubble Mix
Clean Needle
Cycle BSV
Blood Detector Test
Probe Wash
BSV Removal
Blood Detector ON/OFF
CVS Initilize
Cycle CVS
XB limits
Definitive flag limits
High/low flag limits
Laboratory Normal Ranges
CBC/DIFF file
Latex file
CBC file
RETIC file
Auto-Stop
Screen Labels
Parameter Selection
Reporting Units
Action limits
Location list
Physician list
Display formats
Delete database
Delete host spooler
Clear printer spooler queue
Print options
Shift
Reagents
Institution
Communication def
IQAP ID #
Set Date/Time
Supervisor Password
Optimize Hard Disk
F2 XB: ON N=2 IN
F3 CAP PIERCER 10mm-13mm
F4 DB: ON
F5 Print: NONE
F6 Host: OFF
F7 Display only: OFF
F8 Operator: OPR
F11 B&W screen print
F12 Color screen print
Reproducibility
Carryover
CBC Calibration
Enter Calibration Factors
Auto Print Format
Ticket Options
Spooler Priority
Graphics Options
Optional Printer
Workload recording
Operator options
Service options
Host Computer Definition
START PRIMARY
SECONDARY
PREDILUTE CBC
RETIC
DIFF ON/OFF
PURGE
RINSE
STOP
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
F7
F8
F9
SAMPLE MODE?
Select to change/ESC to continue
DIFF: ON
BLOOD DET: ON

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RUN SAMPLES SCREEN OPTIONS 1
1.5 RUN SAMPLES SCREEN OPTIONS
ÍOptns:
Table 1.1 F5 from Run Samples Screen
Note: After a system reset, these options return to their default settings. Be sure to set them
up again according to your laboratory’s protocol before running patient samples.
Note: Print, Host and Operator can also be set up from the Main Menu using F5-Options.
F2 XB: ON N=2 IN Turns XB ON and OFF. N is the number of samples stored in the current
batch. Also displays the status of the last completed batch (IN or OUT).
F3 CAP PIERCER 10mm-13mm Alternate between this and 16mm. Select the correct carousel slot
based on the size of the tube you run.
F4 DB: ON Turns the data base ON and OFF. Default setting is ON.
F5 Print: NONE Sets the automatic printing of samples to the graphic printer. Choose
between NONE, NORMALS, ABNORMALS or ALL. Default setting is
NONE.
F6 Host: OFF Turns the automatic host transmission ON and OFF. Default setting is
OFF.
F7 Display only: OFF If ON, then XB, DB and HOST turn OFF. Default setting is OFF.
F8 Operator: OPR Enter up to three alphanumeric characters for an Operator ID. Default
setting is OPR.
F11 B&W screen print Initiates a large black and white screen print of the current sample.
F12 Color screen print Initiates a large color screen print of the current sample if your printer
can print in color.
F2 XB: ON N=2 IN
F3 CAP PIERCER 10mm-13mm
F4 DB: ON
F5 Print: NONE
F6 Host: OFF
F7 Display only: OFF
F8 Operator: OPR
F11 B&W screen print
F12 Color screen print

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SYSTEM OVERVIEW
STATUS LINE
1.6 STATUS LINE
The status line at the bottom of your screen indicates the current operating status of the HmX
Hematology Analyzer.
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Table 1.2 Status Line Definition
Symbol Refers to ↑↓Red Yellow White
DMS Data
Management
System
Connected to
Analyzer.
Not connected
to Analyzer.
Not
communicating
with Analyzer.
DMS busy or
receiving data.
DMS is OK.
PR* Graphics Printer Autoprint is set
to ALL,
ABNORMALS,
or NORMALS.
Autoprint is set
to NONE.
Printer is
off-line, or
printer is out of
paper.
Printer is
printing.
Printer and
DMS are
connected.
HC Host Computer Auto
transmission
ON.
Auto
transmission
OFF.
Not connected
to host.
Sending data to
host computer.
Host and DMS
are connected.
DB Data Base Store is ON. Store is OFF. Data Base is not
functional.
System stops.
Reset the
system and
rerun last 2
samples.
Data Base is
storing data.
Data Base is
OK.
XB XBAnalysis XB is ON. XB is OFF. Last completed
batch was OUT.
N/A Last completed
batch was IN.
WL Worklist Preassigned
entries pending
on Worklist.
No preassigned
entries on
Worklist.
3 consecutive
or 10 total error
messages are in
the status field.
The Worklist is
full. (300
preassigned
samples)
Worklist is OK.
HWL Host Worklist Preassigned
entries pending
on the Host
Worklist.
No preassigned
entries on Host
Worklist.
Host Worklist is
full.
DMS is
receiving
preassigned
samples from
the host
computer.
Host Worklist is
OK.
QC Quality Control Auto-Stop is
ON.
Auto-Stop is
OFF.
Last control run
had an error
message.
Receiving a
control run.
Results of last
control run are
OK.
P2 Additional
Graphics
Printer.
Autoprint is ON. Autoprint is
OFF.
Printer is
off-line OR
printer is out of
paper.
Printer is
printing.
Printer and
DMS are
connected.
*Changes to MA for manual printing, BA for batch printing and AU for auto-printing.

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2.1 STARTUP
IMPORTANT Operating the HmX Hematology Analyzer with open doors or panels introduces electrical
interference which can cause misleading results. Operate the HmX Hematology Analyzer with all doors and
panels closed.
1. Are Start Up results already displayed as
the result of a Clean cycle?
r If no, go to step 2.
r If yes, go to step 3.
Note: The Clean cycle consists of 30
minutes in Shut Down followed by an
automatic Start Up. See Chapter 5, Shut
Down for more information.
2. To begin Start Up
a. Select Diluter Functions tt Start Up.
b. Press Û.
3. Once Start Up is complete, evaluate the
display. Expired reagents and failed
checks appear in red.
Note: Results print automatically. For
additional printouts, press Ì.
4. Press Êto view detailed results.
Make sure the Background and other
Start Up results are within limits.
Results outside limits turn red.
r If a background count is red, press
ËRepeat Background.
r See the Special Procedures and
Troubleshooting Manual for
additional troubleshooting.

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STARTUP AND CONTROLS
CONTROL RUN
2.2 CONTROL RUN
Preparation
Ensure that a control file is set up for each control you intend to run. If you need to set up a
control file, refer to Heading 6.2, Control Set Up.
LATEX
Analyze COULTER LATRON primer and
control once each day.
1. Make sure the LATRON primer and
control are within the correct
temperature range. See the package
insert.
2. Access the Latex Control Run screen:
r at the Access screen,
press ÊRUN CONTROLS
OR
r at the Main Menu, select Controls tt
Control Run.
3. If the LATRON file does not appear
a. Press ÊFile.
b. Move the cursor to highlight the
LATRON file.
c. Press Û.
agnosticum