Siemens Hematek 3000 System User manual

Hematek®3000 System
Instruction Manual
– Instructions for Use –
11209634
Manual Version: 1.3
Date of Issue: 2015-01
We reserve the right to make changes in the course of technical development without previous notice.
© 2015 Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics Products GmbH. All rights reserved.
Emil-von-Behring-Str. 76
35041 Marburg
Germany
Neither this manual nor any parts of it may be duplicated or transmitted in any way without the written approval
of Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics Products GmbH.

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Trademarks Hematek is a trademark of Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics.
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.
Version Date Changes
1.0 2013-08 First version
1.1 2013-09 Update
1.2 2013-11 Update
1.3 2015-01 Update
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics Products GmbH
Emil-von-Behring-Str. 76
35041 Marburg
Germany
www.siemens.com/diagnostics

Chapter overview
Hematek®3000 System – Instruction Manual – Version 1.3
Chapter overview
1 Introduction
2 Safe handling
3 Life cycle
4 Description
5 Operating
6 Cleaning
7 Performing maintenance
8 Troubleshooting
9 Appendix
Addendum to the instruction manual

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Table of contents
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Table of contents
1 Introduction 1-1
1.1 About this manual 1-1
1.2 Orientation tips 1-1
1.3 Service 1-2
1.4 Warranty 1-2
1.5 Ordering information 1-2
2 Safe handling 2-1
2.1 Intended use 2-1
2.2 General safety information 2-1
2.2.1 Operator qualification 2-1
2.2.2 Electrical safety 2-2
2.2.3 Mechanical safety 2-2
2.2.4 Operational safety 2-3
2.2.5 Safe handling of glass slides and consumables 2-3
2.3 Safety messages 2-5
2.3.1 Signal words in safety messages 2-5
2.3.2 Structure of safety messages 2-5
2.4 Symbols on the slide stainer and consumables 2-6
2.5 Statutory requirements 2-7
2.6 Obligations of the system owner 2-8
3 Life cycle 3-1
3.1 Delivery 3-1
3.1.1 Unpacking and checking the delivery 3-1
3.1.2 Scope of delivery 3-2
3.2 Installation 3-2

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3.3 Non-operation 3-6
3.4 De-installation 3-8
3.5 Transport 3-8
3.6 Disposal 3-10
4 Description 4-1
4.1 Slide stainer 4-1
4.1.1 Fluid delivery components 4-3
4.1.2 Slide transport components 4-7
4.1.3 Electrical components 4-9
4.1.4 Leveling components 4-12
4.1.5 Lid 4-12
4.2 Consumables and spare parts 4-12
4.2.1 Hematek Stain Pak - Modified Wright’s Stain 4-12
4.2.2 Hematek Stain Pak - Wright-Giemsa Stain 4-13
4.2.3 Hematek Cannula Set 4-13
4.2.4 Hematek Pump Tube Set 4-14
4.2.5 Hematek Underplaten Tubing Set 4-14
4.2.6 Glass slides 4-15
4.2.7 Line fuses 4-15
4.2.8 Knurled thumb screw 4-15
5 Operating 5-1
5.1 Starting the system 5-1
5.2 Priming the pump tubing 5-1
5.3 Preparing priming slides 5-2
5.4 Loading smeared glass slides 5-2
5.5 Switching off the system 5-4
6 Cleaning 6-1
6.1 Periodic cleaning 6-2

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6.2 Cleaning the exterior surfaces 6-2
6.3 Cleaning the stain tube and cannula 6-2
6.4 Cleaning the platen 6-4
6.5 Cleaning the waste tank 6-5
6.6 Cleaning the drain troughs and the rear guide rail 6-6
7 Performing maintenance 7-1
7.1 Periodic maintenance 7-1
7.2 Installing the Hematek Stain Pak 7-1
7.3 Replacing the pump tubing 7-3
7.3.1 Removing the pump tubing 7-3
7.3.2 Installing the pump tubing 7-6
7.4 Replacing the underplaten tubing 7-8
7.4.1 Removing the underplaten tubing 7-8
7.4.2 Installing the underplaten tubing 7-13
8 Troubleshooting 8-1
8.1 Troubleshooting chart 8-1
8.2 Leveling the system 8-4
8.3 Checking the adjustment of the sensing switch fingers 8-5
8.4 Adjusting the sensing switch fingers 8-6
8.5 Adjusting the pump volumes 8-8
8.5.1 Checking the staining process 8-8
8.5.2 Correcting the pump volumes 8-9
8.5.3 Verifying the pump volumes 8-11
8.5.3.1 Recorded volumes fall within specified ranges 8-14
8.5.3.2 Recorded volumes do not fall within specified ranges 8-15
8.6 Replacing the line fuses 8-15

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9 Appendix 9-1
9.1 Principle of operation 9-1
9.2 Staining process 9-2
9.2.1 Example for the calculation of the stain-to-buffer ratio 9-2
9.3 Technical specifications 9-3
Index IX-1
Addendum to the instruction manual 1

1 Introduction
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1Introduction
This chapter gives orientation tips for using this manual and information
about service and warranty.
1.1 About this manual
This manual describes the use of the Hematek 3000 System in clinical
laboratories.
1.2 Orientation tips
Bullets Bullets indicate a list.
Example:
The box contains:
•Monitor
•Keyboard
•Manual
Numbers Numbers indicate a procedure.
Example:
1. Open the box.
2. Check the content.
3. Read the manual.
The numbering is also used if the procedure includes only one step.
Arrow An arrow indicates one or more results of an action.
Example:
1. Select Print.
 The dialog Print opens.
Bold type Bold type is used to put a special emphasis on something.
Example:
This process must never be canceled.

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Gray note Gray notes indicate important background information.
Example:
1.3 Service
Siemens and its representatives are available to repair the system during
customary local office hours. Should you require service at any other time,
contact the Siemens service or your local Siemens representative. In the
following, Siemens service refers to both, the Siemens service or any local
representative authorized by Siemens. You will receive information about
how to reach the Siemens service when the system is installed, or visit
www.siemens.com/diagnostics to find contact information.
The scope of agreed service is included in your service contract.
1.4 Warranty
Siemens and its representatives guarantee that the system shows no
defects during operation if installed and operated according to this manual.
For more information about warranty, contact the Siemens service.
The warranty is not valid for damage that occurs as a consequence of non-
observance of this manual.
Repairs and servicing must only be carried out by persons authorized by
Siemens.
Only perform maintenance as described in this manual. Improper
interventions on the system void the warranty and can result in service
charges.
Only use the system as intended. If the system is not used as intended,
Siemens disclaims all liability for damage to the system.
1.5 Ordering information
Use only original Siemens consumables, accessories and spare parts.
Order these only from Siemens. For ordering information, see the Siemens
product catalog or contact the Siemens service.
Note: Once the shift change has been activated, it cannot be
interrupted.