User's Manual

i15 Blood Gas and Chemistry Analysis System User Manual System Overview
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Disposal
The sample is contained in the test cartridge, so test cartridges should be disposed of as
biohazardous waste, complying with local regulatory guidelines.
NOTE:
 If the pouch has been damaged, the test cartridge should not be used.
 Only test cartridges provided by EDAN or its authorized distributors should be used.
 Only test cartridges properly stored should be used.
 Never reuse test cartridges.
 Never touch the fillport or electrical contacts of a test cartridge.
 Use test cartridges before their expiration date as labeled on the package, and use
them immediately after removing them from their pouches.
 Test cartridges should be kept out of direct sunlight and heat.
 The analyzer, test cartridges and the testing environment should be at the same
temperature prior to a test.
 Test cartridges should not be dropped or stressed.
2.4.3 Power Indicator
The power indicator is on the lower left bottom of the analyzer. During the operation you can see
one of the following:
 Green Light: The analyzer is on and the power supply is normal. The analyzer can be
powered either by the rechargeable lithium battery or AC power. Or the system is off and has
been connected to AC power.
 Blinking Yellow Light: The power is supplied by the rechargeable lithium battery and the
battery is low.
 Yellow Light: The rechargeable lithium battery is being charged.
2.4.4 LCD Screen and Touch Screen
The activities of the analyzer are communicated to you through the LCD screen, displaying the
analyzer activities, test results, database information, prompts, etc. You communicate with the
analyzer through the touch screen which allows you to perform tests, make selections, enter data,
and view information, etc.