Product Manual

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General Cleaning
Keep the surface of the instrument free of dust at all times. If needed, the external
surfaces may be cleaned using a damp cloth. Do not use any type of solvent, oil,
grease, silicone spray, or lubrication on any part of the instrument.
Daily Cleaning
Remove the Strip Holder
Press Start to fully extend the Strip Holder/Mount.
Turn off the Power Switch after the Strip Holder/Mount is fully extended.
Remove the Strip Holder from its mount by pulling out gently by the two sides as shown
below.
Clean the Strip Holder
Clean the Strip Holder using a lint free/non-absorbent cotton swab/ball with distilled
water. Dry with a clean, dry cotton ball.
Examine the White Calibration Circle to ensure there are no nicks or dirt present. Clean
the White Calibration Circle as necessary using a cotton swab or cotton ball with
distilled water. Dry with a clean, dry cotton ball.
Note: The White Calibration Circle should be replaced if any nicks or
non-removable dirt are found. Call 1-[phone] for technical
assistance.
Load the Strip Holder
Grasp the Strip Holder by its sides as shown below. Place the Strip Holder on the Strip
Holder Mount with the white Calibration Circle facing up and positioned towards the
analyzer. It will slide loosely in the locating channel. Push the Strip Holder in towards
the analyzer until it snaps into place. It will be held firmly on the Strip Holder Mount.
Ensure the Strip Holder is installed properly. If it is not locked onto the Strip Holder
Mount, the Calibration Circle will not be in the correct position. The analyzer will display
“Optical Sensor Failed.”
Note: When correctly positioned, the Strip Holder will snap into and be
locked in place, with the White Calibration Circle not visible. See
illustration below.