Product Manual

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SECTION 4
QUALITY CONTROL AND ASSURANCE
4.1 USE OF THE CONTROL STRIP
The Creamatocrit Plus Control Strip is used to verify the tube reader
accuracy.
Testing Procedure:
1. Move the slider to the far left side of the reader tray.
2. Place the control strip on the reader tray under the slider as far to the
left as possible.
3. Starting from the main menu, press the ENT button.
4. Move the slider so the black line is over line 1 on the control strip.
5. Press the ENT button.
6. Move the slider so the black line is over line 2.
7. Press the ENT button.
8. Move the slider so the black line is over line 3.
9. Press the ENT button.
10. The CRCT value on the LCD should be between 7.5% and 8.5%.
If the readings do not fall within the range, repeat the test or contact
Customer Service at 800-777-6668, 407-788-8791, or by email at
[e-mail].
4.2 CALIBRATION
No calibration is required because microprocessor technology is used to monitor
the speed and spin cycle of the Creamatocrit Plus. A maximum packing time
test is not applicable. If an abnormal operating condition is encountered, a
programmed error message will automatically appear in the display. However,
spin time and RPM tests can be performed, if desired.
4.3 SPIN TIME/RPM TESTS
A. SPIN TIME
Spin time is factory set at 180 +/- 3 seconds. A count down of the time
remaining is displayed on the LCD. Spin time may be verified by using a
stopwatch. The motor takes less than 10 seconds to accelerate to proper