Sensitech VaxAlert USB User manual

Sensitech Inc. • 800 Cummings Center, Suite 258X • Beverly, MA 01915
1-800-843-8367 • [phone] • Fax [phone] • www.sensitech.com
Instructions for Use

VaxAlert™ Display and Operation Features
The gure below illustrates the VaxAlert™ indicator with all screen icons
simultaneously displayed, along with supporting and navigational information
on the product label. This display image is not representative of the device
in the use environment. (See following sections for additional information)
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Product logo Heart icon Alarm excursion event counter
Model designation
Start/Stop
button
Up/Down
scroll buttons
Alarm
indicator(s)
to each
triggered alarm
Unique
identication
number and
barcode
(on side)
Stop icon
LEDs
Device alarm status
X = alarm(s)
 = no alarm(s)
Alarm conditions
Start delay icon
Run icon
Elapsed time
display (D, H, M)
Temperature
reading display
Low battery icon

Starting the VaxAlert
1. Prior to starting the VaxAlert, the display will present a blinking heart icon
( ), to indicate the device is powered and ready to start
2. Press and hold the Start/Stop button for 3 seconds. The device will display
the start delay screen as shown below (run icon ( ) and start delay icon
( ) are displayed). The display will count down the programmed start delay
time until 0 minutes remain. At the end of the start delay countdown, the start
delay icon will turn off and the VaxAlert will enter measurement (run) mode.
Heart icon
Start delay icon
(hourglass)
Delay start counter:
In this example, 6 minutes
have elapsed in a 60-minute
start delay cycle
Run icon
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3. In measurement mode, the VaxAlert display will present elapsed trip time,
last measured temperature, and alarm condition/excursion event information
(if alarm activity is recorded).
VaxAlert in Measurement Mode With Alarms
VaxAlert in Measurement Mode Without Alarms
Alarm excursion event counter
Alarm indicator(s)
to each triggered alarm
Last temperature reading
Last temperature reading
Device alarm status
X = alarm(s)
Device alarm status
 = no alarm(s)
Elapsed time
display (D, H, M)
Elapsed time
display (D, H, M)
Run Icon
Run Icon
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VaxAlert in Stop Mode With Alarms
VaxAlert in Stop Mode With Alarms
Alarm excursion
event counter
Alarm indicator(s)
to each triggered alarm
Device alarm status
X = alarm(s)
Device alarm status
 = no alarm(s)
Total elapsed
trip time
Total elapsed
trip time
Stop Icon
Stop Icon
Stopping the VaxAlert
1. Press and hold the Start/Stop button for 3 seconds. The VaxAlert will display
the stop mode screen as shown below (stop icon ( ) is displayed).
NOTE: The VaxAlert is programmed to automatically stop after 20 days of
elapsed trip time.
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VaxAlert In History Mode, High Alarm Event
Alarm indicator(s)
to the triggered alarm
for the event
Device alarm status
X = no alarm(s)
Elapsed time for
the excursion
event (alarm)
Maximum temperature
recorded during the
excursion event
Stop Icon Excursion event
indicator (1 thru 9)
Retrieving alarm event information from the
VaxAlert (HISTORY mode):
1. If the VaxAlert experiences alarm events (excursions), the device will record
detailed information for up to nine total alarm events (three for each of the
alarm settings). The alarm history information will be retained in the
VaxAlert and can be viewed for a minimum of six months after stopping
the device.
2. To view the alarm event history, press the ▲ or ▼ scroll buttons (in stop
or measurement mode). The VaxAlert will display a history mode screen as
shown below. Repeated presses of the ▲ or ▼ scroll buttons will cycle the
alarm event history screens through all recorded alarm events (up to 9 maxi-
mum events).
3. During history mode operation, the screen will return to the stop or
measurement mode screen if no additional button presses are initiated
within 15 seconds. If the VaxAlert has not recorded any alarms, activating
the ▲ or ▼ scroll buttons will not impact the display.
Note: In the example above, the rst alarm event for this trip is a >= 30ºC, 10 HR alarm at 1 day,
5 hr and 2 minute elapsed time. The maximum temperature recorded during the >= 30ºC 10 HR
alarm event is 40.4ºC.
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VaxAlert In History Mode, High Alarm Event
VaxAlert In History Mode, Low Alarm Event
Alarm indicator(s)
to the triggered alarm
for the event
Alarm indicator(s)
to the triggered alarm
for the event
Device alarm status
X = no alarm(s)
Device alarm status
X = no alarm(s)
Elapsed time for
the excursion
event (alarm)
Elapsed time for
the excursion
event (alarm)
Maximum temperature
recorded during the
excursion event
Minimum temperature
recorded during the
excursion event
Stop Icon
Stop Icon
Excursion event
indicator (1 thru 9)
Excursion event
indicator (1 thru 9)
Note: In the example above, the fourth alarm event for this trip is a >= 30ºC, 10 HR alarm at 6 day,
4 hr and 17 min elapsed time. The maximum temperature recorded during the >= 30ºC 10 HR alarm
event is 41.1ºC.
Note: In the example above, the rst alarm event for this trip is a <= -0.5ºC, 1 HR alarm at 0 day,
1 hr and 6 minute elapsed time. The minimum temperature recorded during the <= -0.5ºC 1 HR
alarm event is -18.9ºC.
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© 2015 Sensitech, Inc. All Rights Reserved. T83006643 Rev. A 01/08/15
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Accessing the VaxAlert USB PDF Report
1. On arrival, remove VaxAlert USB from the shipping container immediately.
2. To stop monitor, press and hold stop button for 3 seconds and verify the
“stop” icon ( ) on LCD.
3. Remove the protective cap and plug VaxAlert USB into USB port on PC.
4. After blinking LEDs light to solid green, double-click the PDF icon to view
PDF report.
For more information, contact our client services
group at 800-843-8367.
Battery Notes
The VaxAlert contains a CR Lithium battery. Please observe the following safety
precautions.
a. Dispose of or recycle the battery in accordance with your local regulations.
b. Do not expose the device to extreme temperatures as this may lead to the
destruction of the battery and could cause injury.
c. Keep out of the reach of children.
d. Battery status is indicated on the screen at the bottom left corner. Accuracy
and proper function of the device cannot be assured once the low battery
signal icon is displayed.