Mindray BC-2800 User manual

BC-2800
Auto Hematology Analyzer
Operator’s Manual

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© 2005-2009 Shenzhen Mindray Bio-medical Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights Reserved.
For this Operator’s Manual, the issued date is 2009-06.
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Contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice.
All information contained in this manual is believed to be correct. Mindray shall not be liable
for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the
furnishing, performance, or use of this manual.
Mindray is responsible for the effects on safety, reliability and performance of this product,
only if:
all installation operations, expansions, changes, modifications and repairs of this product
are conducted by Mindray authorized personnel;
the electrical installation of the relevant room complies with the applicable national and
local requirements; and
the product is used in accordance with the instructions for use.

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zIt is important for the hospital or organization that employs this equipment
to carry out a reasonable service/maintenance plan. Neglect of this may
result in machine breakdown or personal injury.
zBe sure to operate the analyzer under the situation specified in this manual;
otherwise, the analyzer will not work normally and the analysis results will
be unreliable, which would damage the analyzer components and cause
personal injury.
zThis equipment must be operated by skilled/trained clinical professionals.

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Warranty
THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES,
EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
Definitions
Main unit: Integrated facilities which implement the specified function separately.
Generally speaking, the main unit should include power supply, control system and
some functional modules.
Accessories: Materials connected to the main unit to extend or implement specified
function.
Consumables: Disposable or short-life parts which should be replaced each time after
use or periodically
Exemptions
Mindray's obligation or liability under this warranty does not include any transportation or
other charges or liability for direct, indirect or consequential damages or delay resulting from
the improper use or application of the product or the use of parts or accessories not approved
by Mindray or repairs by people other than Mindray authorized personnel.
This warranty shall not extend to:
Malfunction or damage caused by improper use or man-made failure.
Malfunction or damage caused by unstable or out-of-range power input.
Malfunction or damage caused by force majeure such as fire and earthquake.
Malfunction or damage caused by improper operation or repair by unqualified or
unauthorized service people.
Malfunction of the instrument or part whose serial number is not legible enough.
Others not caused by instrument or part itself.
The standard warranty period is as below:
Main unit: 18 months from shipment
Accessories: 15 months from shipment
Consumables: N/A

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Return Policy
Return Procedure
In the event that it becomes necessary to return this product or part of this product to Mindray,
the following procedure should be followed:
1. Return authorization: Contact the international Customer Service Department and obtain
a Return Materials Authorization number. This number must appear on the outside of the
shipping container. Returned shipments will not be accepted if the number is not clearly
visible. Please provide the model number, serial number, and a brief description of the
reason for return.
2. Freight policy: The customer is responsible for freight charges when this product is
shipped to Mindray for service (this includes customs charges).
3. Return address: Please send the part(s) or equipment to the address offered by the
international Customer Service Department.
Company Contact
Manufacturer: Shenzhen Mindray Bio-Medical Electronics Co., Ltd.
E-mail Address: [e-mail]
Tel: [phone] 26582888
Fax: [phone] 26582500
EC-Representative: Shanghai International Holding Corp. GmbH(Europe)
Address: Eiffestraβe 80, Hamburg 20537, Germany
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

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Table of Contents
1Using This Manual...................................................................................1-1
1.1 Introduction ............................................................................................ 1-1
1.2 Who Should Read This Manual ............................................................. 1-2
1.3 How to Find Information......................................................................... 1-3
1.4 Conventions Used in This Manual ......................................................... 1-4
1.5 Special Terms Used in This Manual....................................................... 1-5
1.6 Symbols ................................................................................................. 1-6
2Understanding Your Analyzer.................................................................2-1
2.1 Introduction ............................................................................................ 2-1
2.2 Intended Use.......................................................................................... 2-2
2.3 User Interface......................................................................................... 2-3
2.3.1 LCD ............................................................................................. 2-6
2.3.2 Input Devices .............................................................................. 2-6
2.3.3 Recorder...................................................................................... 2-8
2.3.4 Keyboard Interface...................................................................... 2-8
2.3.5 Serial Ports.................................................................................. 2-8
2.3.6 Parallel Port................................................................................. 2-8
2.3.7 Power Supply for the Floppy Disk Drive ..................................... 2-8
2.3.8 Power Indicator ........................................................................... 2-8
2.3.9 Optional Devices ......................................................................... 2-8
2.4 Instrument Software............................................................................... 2-9
2.4.1 Main Screen ................................................................................ 2-9
2.4.2 Screen saver ............................................................................. 2-10
2.4.3 System Menu ............................................................................ 2-11
2.5 Reagents, Controls and Calibrator....................................................... 2-13
2.5.1 Diluent ....................................................................................... 2-13
2.5.2 Lyse ........................................................................................... 2-13
2.5.3 Rinse ......................................................................................... 2-14
2.5.4 E-Z Cleanser ............................................................................. 2-14
2.5.5 Probe Cleanser ......................................................................... 2-14
2.5.6 Controls and Calibrator ............................................................. 2-14
3Understanding the System Principles ...................................................3-1
3.1 Introduction ............................................................................................ 3-1
3.2 Aspiration ............................................................................................... 3-2
3.3 Dilution ................................................................................................... 3-3
3.4 WBC/HGB Measurement....................................................................... 3-4
3.4.1 Volumetric Metering .................................................................... 3-4
3.4.2 Measurement Principles.............................................................. 3-5

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3.4.3 Derivation of WBC-Related Parameters ..................................... 3-6
3.4.4 HGB............................................................................................. 3-7
3.5 RBC/PLT Measurement ......................................................................... 3-8
3.5.1 Volumetric Metering .................................................................... 3-8
3.5.2 Measurement Principles.............................................................. 3-9
3.5.3 Derivation of RBC-Related Parameters ...................................... 3-9
3.5.4 Derivation of PLT-Related Parameters ..................................... 3-11
3.6 Wash .................................................................................................... 3-12
4Installing Your Analyzer .......................................................................... 4-1
4.1 Introduction ............................................................................................ 4-1
4.2 Installation Requirements....................................................................... 4-2
4.2.1 Space Requirements................................................................... 4-2
4.2.2 Power Requirements................................................................... 4-2
4.2.3 General Environment .................................................................. 4-3
4.3 Unpacking .............................................................................................. 4-4
4.3.1 Unpacking and Inspecting the Analyzer...................................... 4-4
4.3.2 How to move the analyzer........................................................... 4-4
4.4 Installation Procedure ............................................................................ 4-5
4.4.1 Connecting Regents.................................................................... 4-5
4.4.2 Installing Recorder Paper............................................................ 4-9
4.4.3 Connecting the Keyboard.......................................................... 4-10
4.4.4 Connecting the Printer (Optional) ............................................. 4-10
4.4.5 Connecting the Bar-Code Scanner (Optional) .......................... 4-10
4.5 Starting the Analyzer ............................................................................ 4-11
5Customizing the Analyzer Software.......................................................5-1
5.1 Introduction ............................................................................................ 5-1
5.2 Password ............................................................................................... 5-2
5.2.1 Entering the Administrator Password.......................................... 5-2
5.2.2 Resuming the Common User Password..................................... 5-3
5.3 Editing Settings ...................................................................................... 5-4
5.3.1 Reagent....................................................................................... 5-5
5.3.2 Printing and Communication Settings......................................... 5-6
5.3.3 Date and Time........................................................................... 5-11
5.3.4 Gain........................................................................................... 5-13
5.3.5 Count......................................................................................... 5-16
5.3.6 Reference Range ...................................................................... 5-20
5.3.7 Auto Maintain ............................................................................ 5-23
5.3.8 Other Settings ........................................................................... 5-25
6Operating Your Analyzer.........................................................................6-1
6.1 Introduction ............................................................................................ 6-1
6.2 Initial Checks.......................................................................................... 6-2

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6.3 Power-on................................................................................................ 6-3
6.4 Daily Quality Control .............................................................................. 6-4
6.5 Selecting Analysis Mode ........................................................................ 6-5
6.6 Sample Collection and Handling............................................................ 6-6
6.6.1 Whole Blood Samples................................................................. 6-6
6.6.2 Prediluted Samples ..................................................................... 6-7
6.7 Running Whole Blood Samples ............................................................. 6-9
6.7.1 Entering Sample Information ...................................................... 6-9
6.7.2 Running the Samples................................................................ 6-15
6.7.3 Special Functions ...................................................................... 6-16
6.8 Running Prediluted Samples ............................................................... 6-19
6.8.1 Entering Sample Information .................................................... 6-19
6.8.2 Running the Samples................................................................ 6-24
6.8.3 Special Functions ...................................................................... 6-25
6.9 Shutdown ............................................................................................. 6-28
7Reviewing Sample Results .....................................................................7-1
7.1 Introduction ............................................................................................ 7-1
7.2 Browsing All Sample Results ................................................................. 7-2
7.2.1 Browsing in the Histogram Mode ................................................ 7-2
7.2.2 Browsing in the “Table” mode...................................................... 7-7
7.3 Searching for Interested Sample Results ............................................ 7-17
7.3.1 Starting a Search....................................................................... 7-17
7.3.2 Reviewing search result in the “Table” mode ............................ 7-19
7.3.3 Reviewing Search Result in the “Histogram” Mode .................. 7-29
8Using the QC Programs..........................................................................8-1
8.1 Introduction ............................................................................................ 8-1
8.2 QC With Controls ................................................................................... 8-2
8.2.1 QC Editing................................................................................... 8-2
8.2.2 Running the Controls .................................................................. 8-6
8.2.3 Reviewing QC Results .............................................................. 8-10
8.3 X-B Analysis ......................................................................................... 8-15
8.3.1 QC Editing................................................................................. 8-15
8.3.2 Running X-B Analysis................................................................ 8-18
8.3.3 Reviewing X-B Results.............................................................. 8-18
9Using the Calibration Programs.............................................................9-1
9.1 Introduction ............................................................................................ 9-1
9.2 When to Calibrate .................................................................................. 9-2
9.3 How to Calibrate..................................................................................... 9-3
9.3.1 Preparing Your Analyzer.............................................................. 9-3
9.3.2 Calibration Using Calibrator Program ......................................... 9-4
9.3.3 Fresh Blood Calibration............................................................. 9-10

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9.3.4 Manual Calibration Program ..................................................... 9-17
10 Maintaining Your Analyzer....................................................................10-1
10.1 Introduction .......................................................................................... 10-1
10.2 General Guidelines .............................................................................. 10-2
10.3 Using the “Maintenance” Program....................................................... 10-3
10.3.1 Diluent Prime............................................................................. 10-4
10.3.2 Rinse Prime............................................................................... 10-5
10.3.3 Lyse Prime ................................................................................ 10-6
10.3.4 Zap Aperture ............................................................................. 10-7
10.3.5 Flush Aperture........................................................................... 10-8
10.3.6 Probe Cleanser Cleaning .......................................................... 10-9
10.3.7 E-Z Cleanser Cleaning............................................................ 10-11
10.3.8 Lyse Test ................................................................................. 10-13
10.3.9 Clean Bath .............................................................................. 10-15
10.3.10 Drain Bath............................................................................. 10-16
10.3.11 Drain Tubing ......................................................................... 10-18
10.3.12 Clean Probe Wipe................................................................. 10-19
10.3.13 Prepare to Ship..................................................................... 10-21
10.4 Using the “Status” Program................................................................ 10-23
10.5 Using the “Self-test” Program ............................................................ 10-24
10.5.1 Testing the Fluidic System ...................................................... 10-25
10.5.2 Testing Motors and Recorder/Printer ...................................... 10-25
10.5.3 Testing Valves ......................................................................... 10-26
10.5.4 Testing A/D Interrupt................................................................ 10-27
10.6 Log ..................................................................................................... 10-28
10.7 Viewing System Configuration ........................................................... 10-30
10.8 Printing Management......................................................................... 10-31
10.9 Calibrating Sample Probe Position .................................................... 10-32
10.10 Replacing the Probe Wipe ................................................................. 10-36
10.11 Replacing the Filter of the Vacuum Chamber .................................... 10-37
10.12 Maintaining Recorder......................................................................... 10-39
11 Troubleshooting Your Analyzer............................................................ 11-1
11.1 Introduction .......................................................................................... 11-1
11.2 Errors without available error messages ............................................. 11-2
11.3 Errors indicated by error messages..................................................... 11-3
12 Appendices ..............................................................................................A-1
AIndex.........................................................................................................A-1
BSpecifications ..........................................................................................B-1