LD-500 Operation Manual V1.8 (20160310) PDF
LD-500 Operation Manual V1.8 (20160310) PDF
LD-500 Operation Manual V1.8 (20160310) PDF
Operation Manual
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The LD-500/LD-520 analyzer described in this manual is subject to continuous improvement and
perfection. Labnovation shall reserve the right to modify the device structures, reagent types, and
technical details at any time.
Labnovation shall not bear any responsibility for result errors, instrument failures, or other problems
caused by the user‟s failure to adhere to the procedures and warnings.
Labnovation is only considered responsible for the safety, reliability, and performance of this
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All installation operations, modifications, and repairs of this product are conducted by the
Labnovation authorized professionals;
The instrument is operated in accordance with the instructions in the operation manual;
The relevant electrical installation shall comply with the applicable national requirements.
Labnovation shall not be responsible for the safety, reliability, and performance of the product if any
of the following occurs:
The product has reached the expiration date;
Any assembly has been removed and/or re-commissioned;
The product has not been operated in accordance with the operation manual.
Warranty
Scope of the Free Maintenance Services:
Free service is provided for any devices that are within the scope specified by the Labnovation
warranty rules.
Scope of Paid Services
Labnovation offers paid service for any devices that are beyond the scope specified by the
Labnovation warranty rules;
Even during the warranty period, Labnovation shall only offer paid services for the products that are
in need of repair due to the following causes:
Improper use;
Human caused damage;
Replacement of parts unapproved by Labnovation;
Repair of the instrument by personnel unauthorized by Labnovation;
Usage of grid voltage beyond the specified range of the device;
Force majeure natural disasters.
Labnovation shall bear responsibility for the safety, reliability, and performance of this instrument only
under the conditions as follows:
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This instrument is only intended for use by the physicians or qualified professionals trained by
Labnovation or Labnovation‟s agents.
It is important for the hospital or organization that uses this instrument to execute a reasonable
service/maintenance plan. Neglect of service/maintenance may cause instrument breakdown or
injury to human health.
If any problem occurs, please perform the troubleshooting procedures in accordance with Chapter 8.
If the problem still exists, please contact the Labnovation service department for help.
Please make sure that this analyzer is used under the conditions specified in the instruction manual.
The incorrect instruction may result in abnormal operation of the analyzer, unreliable measuring
results, and possibly cause damage to parts of the analyzer or even personal injury.
The instrument should be inspected strictly before unpacking. In order to avoid breakage in
transportation, the instrument is carefully packaged. When receiving the analyzer, please carefully
check if there is physical damage in the packaging. If the packaging is damaged, please contact our
services personnel.
Please always keep it upward when unloading and delivering the instrument.. Never tilt or roll the
instrument. The foam inside the box can prevent shock to a certain extent during the handling of the
instrument. Minimize the vibration during handling. After handling, perform checks and debugging.
Do not use the device in close proximity to any sources of strong electromagnetic interference.
Make sure the analyzer is properly grounded before switch on power.
Note
This user manual is intended for the following professionals:
Personnel who perform the daily operation of the system;
Personnel who perform system maintenance and troubleshooting procedures;
Personnel who are learning to operate the system;
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Symbols
Symbols used in this manual:
Symbols Meaning
The operator is required to follow the procedures under this symbol.
The incorrect operation may result in personal injury.
The operator is required to follow the procedures under this symbol.
The incorrect operation may cause malfunctions or damages to the
product or affect the test results.
The operator is required to follow the instructions under this symbol.
The instructions will emphasize important information or information
that requires particular attention of the operator.
The operator is required to follow the procedures under this symbol.
The incorrect operation may risk the operator under biohazard.
The package should be always kept upright during the transportation
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction ................................................................................................................ 1
1.1 Product Usage .................................................................................................................. 1
1.2 Principles .......................................................................................................................... 2
1.3 Basic Parameters .............................................................................................................. 3
1.4 Specification ...................................................................................................................... 4
1.5 Product Features ............................................................................................................... 4
1.6 Operation Conditions ......................................................................................................... 4
1.7 Reagent ............................................................................................................................ 4
1.8 Accessories ....................................................................................................................... 5
Chapter 2 System Introduction.................................................................................................... 6
2.1 Instrument Appearance ..................................................................................................... 6
2.2 Front View of the Instrument.............................................................................................. 6
2.3 Rear panel of the Instrument ............................................................................................. 7
Chapter 3 Installation .................................................................................................................. 9
3.1 Installation Conditions ....................................................................................................... 9
3.2 Unpacking and Installation ................................................................................................ 9
3.3 Tubing Connection and Reagents Installation ................................................................. 10
3.4 Pump Tubing Installation ................................................................................................. 10
3.5 Column Installation .......................................................................................................... 12
3.6 Printer Paper Installation ................................................................................................. 12
3.7 Power Connection ........................................................................................................... 12
3.8 Change Reagents ........................................................................................................... 13
Chapter 4 User Menu ............................................................................................................... 14
4.1 Main Menu ...................................................................................................................... 14
4.2 Calibration ....................................................................................................................... 15
4.2.1 Circumstances requiring calibration ......................................................................... 16
4.2.2 Calibration Options .................................................................................................. 16
4.2.3 Calibration screen .................................................................................................... 16
4.2.4 Manual Calibration ................................................................................................... 17
4.2.5 Automatic Calibration ............................................................................................... 17
4.2.6 Calibration Data ....................................................................................................... 19
4.3 Run ................................................................................................................................. 20
4.3.1 Sample Info Edit Screen .......................................................................................... 21
4.4 Search............................................................................................................................. 25
4.5 QC .................................................................................................................................. 28
4.5.1 Enter the QC Screen................................................................................................ 28
4.6 Maintenance.................................................................................................................... 29
4.6.1 Cleaning .................................................................................................................. 29
4.6.2 Sterilization .............................................................................................................. 30
4.6.3 Change Reagents .................................................................................................... 30
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4.7 Diagnosis ........................................................................................................................ 31
4.8 Settings ........................................................................................................................... 32
4.8.1 Date/Time setup....................................................................................................... 32
4.8.2 Language Setup ...................................................................................................... 33
4.8.3 Printer Setup ............................................................................................................ 33
4.8.4 Parameter setup ...................................................................................................... 33
4.8.5 Engineer .................................................................................................................. 34
4.9 System Info ..................................................................................................................... 35
Chapter 5 Operation ................................................................................................................. 36
5.1 Preparation Before Operation .......................................................................................... 36
5.2 Turn on the Analyzer ....................................................................................................... 36
5.3 Quality Control ................................................................................................................ 37
5.4 Sample Preparation......................................................................................................... 37
5.4.1 Preparation method of whole blood samples ........................................................... 37
5.4.2 Preparation method for the pre-diluted samples....................................................... 37
5.5 Sample and QC Analysis ................................................................................................. 37
5.6 Turn Off the Analyzer ....................................................................................................... 38
Chapter 6 Precautions .............................................................................................................. 39
6.1 Warning ........................................................................................................................... 39
6.2 Precautions ..................................................................................................................... 39
6.3 Sample Requirements ..................................................................................................... 39
6.4 Calibration and QC Requirements ................................................................................... 40
Chapter 7 Maintenance and Service ......................................................................................... 41
7.1 Maintenance.................................................................................................................... 41
7.1.1 Daily Maintenance ................................................................................................... 41
7.1.2 Weekly Maintenance................................................................................................ 41
7.2 Service ............................................................................................................................ 42
7.2.1 Replace the fuse ...................................................................................................... 42
Chapter 8 Troubleshooting........................................................................................................ 43
8.1 Software and Hardware Malfunctions and Solutions ........................................................ 43
8.2 Abnormal Chromatographic Peaks and Correction Solutions .......................................... 44
Chapter 9 Communication Protocol .......................................................................................... 45
9.1 Communication Protocol for sample results..................................................................... 45
9.2 Communication Protocol for QC results........................................................................... 46
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Chapter 1 Introduction
Glycosylated hemoglobin (GHb), also known as HbA1, is a compound formed through the
non-enzymatic action of blood corpuscular hemoglobin and carbohydrate. Depending on the
combined carbohydrate type, GHb can be divided into HbA1a, HbA1b, and HbA1c; where HbA1c
accounts for approximately 80% of HbA1. HbA1c is a stable addition compound formed by the
amino-terminus of one or two β chains of Hb and glucose carbonyl. Due to its obvious positive
correlation with blood glucose concentration, the HbA1c content can directly reflect the blood
glucose control of patients with elevated blood glucose in the past 1 to 3 months, and this has
therefore become the golden standard for the blood glucose control of patients with diabetes.
In 2010, ADA defined HbA1c≥6.5% as the diagnostic criteria for diabetes. People with HbA1c from
5.7% to 6.4% are treated at a high risk of diabetes. IFCC recommends that the results should be
reported both in percentage
and in mmol/mol Hb. NGSP and IFCC suggest that the normal reference interval
of HbA1c should be 4% to 6% and 20 to 42 mmol/mol, and the control objective for patients with
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1.2 Principles
LD-500/LD-520 Automated HbA1c Analyzer uses cation exchange chromatography with gradient
elution, to separate human hemoglobin subtypes and variants from hemolysed whole blood.
The glycosylation of hemoglobin will cause loss of cation from the hemoglobin molecule surfaces,
resulting in different positive charges between the various subcomponents
of the glycated hemoglobin and non-glycated hemoglobin. Glycated hemoglobin
has less positive charges and lower binding force, while non-glycated hemoglobin
has more positive charges and higher binding force. When the whole blood solution passes through
the chromatography column, various hemoglobin will combine with the cation exchanger. Eluents
with different pH and ionic strength are used to elute two kinds of hemoglobins with glucose
successively, that is,HbA1(a+b)and HbA1c. Subsequently, the non-glycated hemoglobin (HbA0) that
has the highest binding force is eluted. The separated hemoglobin eluent flows consecutively
through the colorimetric cell. The separated hemoglobin fractions are monitored by means of
spectrometer absorption of flight at 415nm. The internal computer is used to record and store the
chromatogram and software is then used to perform analysis of the chromatogram and generates
the result report on a thermal printer. The content of each component is represented by the
percentage of its peak area within the entire blood hemoglobin peak area, i.e., NGSP units. The
IFCC units and average blood glucose concentration can be obtained using the formula from the
NGSP units.
1. The total peak area (Stotal):
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4. HbA0 content (%):
S HbA0
0 %)
HbA( 100
S total
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1.4 Specification
1.7 Reagent
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Description Volume Function
Adjust the PH in the chromatography column to separate
Eluent A 1150ml*2 for 400tests
hemoglobin fractions together Eluent B.
Adjust the PH in the chromatography column to separate
Eluent B 800ml*2 for 400tests
hemoglobin fractions together Eluent A.
Hemolysis 2600ml*2 for 400tests Break red blood cell walls and release the hemoglobin.
1.8 Accessories
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Chapter 2 System Introduction
LD-500/LD-520 Automated HbA1c Analyzer is fully automated instrument for hemoglobin analysis. It
features a color touch screen, high capacity autoloader, and only requires a small volume of sample.
It‟s ideal for mid-sized laboratory.
④ Auto-loader: 4 racks can be loaded at one time, with 10 samples on each rack.
Open the left front panel of the instrument to see the components shown in the figure as below:
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Figure 2-2. Front view of the instrument
① Power switch: The instrument is “ON” when the top of the switch („︱‟) is pressed down.
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Chapter 3 Installation
Please read the manual carefully before operating the instrument. Incorrect operation may cause
damages to the analyzer and the software.
If the ambient temperature is out of the specified operating range, the analyzer will alarm you for the
abnormal ambient temperature and the analysis results may be unreliable.
Please carefully inspect the outer box for any damage. Please contact your local distributor if the
packaging is damaged. The packaging must be opened by qualified engineers. Due to the weight of
LD-500/LD-520, “team lifting” is encouraged, In preventing personal injury or accident. It‟s suggested
that one person be placed left and right, when handling the analyzer.
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3.3 Tubing Connection and Reagents Installation
Please carefully inspect the reagent tubing on the back side of the instrument.
Direct the waste pipe to an appropriate point or our waste bottle. If the waste bottle is missing, a
plastic bottle with the same functionality can be used instead.
Connecting the different reagent tubing with the analyzer respectively, remove the caps from the
reagent bottles and place the reagent tubing into the bottles. Ensure that they are fitted correctly.
1. Open the left front panel of the instrument to find the peristaltic pump components, as shown in
Figure 3-1.
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3.5 Column Installation
1. The instrument is shipped with a blue and an orange column blank in place. Unscrew the knurled
nut counter-clockwise. When the nut has been raised sufficiently, remove the blank column.
2. Take the pre-column (blue) and the column (orange) out from the reagent kit. The column
consists of a short length chromatography column mounted in a color coded orange, plastic
housing. Install the blue column on the left, and the orange column on the right.
3. Position the column so that the bottom of the column (narrower section) fits into an indentation
on the place the bottom tray (as shown in Figure 3-5).
4. Finger tighten the knurled nut, until it fits securely into top of the column.
Paper width: 80 mm
Take the thermal printer tray out of the instrument.
With the printer in the correct orientation, feed the edge of the paper through the stainless steel
rollers at the back of the printer head.
Press the reprint icon on the main menu screen and use the paper feed facility to feed the paper
through the printer head.
After startup, the screen is light up and the system automatically perform self-test and reagent
priming (as shown in Figure 4-1). Then the main menu is displayed (as shown in Figure 4-2),
indicating that Automated HbA1c Analyzer is ready. Pressing an icon to enter submenus.
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Figure 4-2. Main menu
Button Function
Description
Run Initiates the process and begin an analytical run.
Data Enter the Search menu to view the test data information for samples and
controls.
Calibration Enter calibration menu screen to perform calibration.
QC Enter the QC menu to set the quality control level and relevant data.
4.2 Calibration
The purpose for calibration is to ensure the accuracy of analyzer. Please follow the requirements to
perform calibration program.
After replacing the reagents or column, we suggest calibration or entry the calibration parameters
provided by the manufacturer.
The test results by automated HbA1c analyzer can be used as valid data only after calibration.
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4.2.1 Circumstances requiring calibration
Under the following conditions, the operator must calibrate the analyzer:
■ First time installation;
■ The column is replaced;
■ New pump tubing is installed or the pump tubing has been used for a long period so that the fluid
flow is unstable;
■ Change a new batch of reagent kits.
■ The analyzer is unused for a long time.
■ Obvious deviation is found in the system when running the QC.
The automated HbA1c analyzer allows users to perform either automatic calibration or manual
calibration.
Press the Calibration icon on the main menu to enter the Calibration menu as shown in Figure 4-3.
Button Function
Description
Manual Enter the Manual Calibration screen and input the calibration parameters.
Auto Enter the Automatic Calibration screen and perform the automatic calibration
program
Search Enter the Calibration data Search screen
The symbol“ ” on the top right of the screen is the Back icon. Press it to return to the main menu.
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4.2.4 Manual Calibration
The operator has the option to manually input the calibration parameters to calibrate the analyzer.
Press the “Manual” icon on the Calibration screen to enter manual calibration (Figure. 4-4).
Press Edit icon to enter required information. Use the number keys to enter new values.
Check the newly entered value and then press OK button to save the data.
Press Cancel button to abandon the edition.
Press “ ” on the top right of the screen to return to the previous screen.
Press “Automatic” icon to enter the Automatic Calibration screen (Figure. 4-6) and perform the
automatic calibration.
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Figure 4-6. Automatic Calibration screen
Press Edit button to entry second level menu, use number keys to enter the values for Low calibrator
value and High calibrator value(Figure 4-7).
Press Start button to enter the automatic calibration program. A prompts message will be displayed
as below.
Ensure that the 3 pre-diluted blood samples, low level calibrators and high level calibrators are put
on the rack in sequence, as shown in Figure4-8.
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● Calibrators are potentially infectious. To protect your safety, please wear proper personal
protective gears (lab coat, gloves, etc.) and follow the laboratory operation procedures when
performing calibration in the laboratory.
● Operator should use the specified calibrators for calibration; Labnovation shall not be
responsible for the calibration results errors caused by the use of other brand calibrators.
● Please refer to the instructions for the use and storage of the calibrators.
Press the Calibration Search button to find the historic calibration factors as shown in Figure 4-9.
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Figure 4-9. Historic calibration parameters
Press the symbol“ ”on the top right of the screen to return to previous menu.
4.3 Run
Press Run icon on the main menu to initiate the process and begin an analytical run. See Figure 4-10
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Button Description Function
No. Indicates the sample sequence number.
Rack Indicates the rack number in the auto-loader
Tube Indicates the tube position in the sample rack
Mode Display the sample type: whole blood or pre-dilute.
Status Display the working status of the analyzer.
Sample info edit Enter the Sample information.
Run Start the sample processing in the auto-loader according to the sequence
number.
Stop Stop the current test.
Return Return to the previous menu.
Press the Sample info edit icon to enter the Sample info edit screen as shown in Figure 4-11. The
sample ID; rack number, tube number are input, and the sample mode as whole blood or prediluted
mode is selected on this screen.
On the Sample info edit screen, press the white box beside “Mode” to enter the Sample mode screen
(as shown in Figure 4-12) and select the sample mode as whole blood, pre-dilute, or QC.
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Figure 4-12 Select test mode
Press the white box beside the Sample ID,(as shown in Figure 4-13). A soft keyboard will be
displayed. Use the numeric key or alphabetic characters in the keyboard to enter the sample ID. After
the entry is completed, press Ok button to confirm the entry and return to the previous menu.
Press the white box beside Quantity, select the number of samples and press Add button to batch
input sample information.(as shown in Figure 4-14)
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Figure 4-14. Entry sample ID
Press the white box beside Rack, select the correct rack number. (as shown in Figure 4-15)
Press the white box beside the Tube No and select the correct tube No.(as shown in Figure 4-16)
After selection of the sample mode, sample ID, rack No, tube No, press OK to confirm the entry and
enter next sample information. Meanwhile, the entered sample information will be displayed in the
worklist, as shown in Figure 4-17). Attention: sample information could be edited or deleted before
pressing OK; but once have pressed OK, sample information can‟t not be edited or deleted again.
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Figure 4-17. The entered sample information
If any error occurs in the sample information, press Modify icon in the sample information table and a
prompt box will be displayed (Figure 4-18). Press OK button to perform modification, press cancel to
abandon. (Figure 4-19). After the modification, press Save button to confirm the changes and return
to the previous screen as shown in Figure 4-17;
If any sample information should be deleted, press delete icon in the sample information table and a
prompt box will be displayed (Figure 4-20). Press OK button to delete the existing sample
identification information. Press Cancel to abandon the deletion and return to the previous screen.
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Figure 4-20. Sample information deletion prompt
Press OK button to store the entered data. The following screen will be displayed in Figure 4-21.
Press Run to start sample processing. Press Add button to add the new sample information. Press
Return button to return to the main screen. While testing the samples, press “Chromatrogram” on the
top left to find the sample chromatogram and the analysis process. Press Stop button to stop test,
analyzer will finish present test and stop next test.
Attention: adding sample is effective before the last rack is pushed out, the analyzer will continue
testing new samples; but once all of rack have been pushed out, although the analyzer may still
running, adding sample is ineffective and analyzer won‟t conduct testing. Therefore, if user need to
add new samples, please input sample info before the last rack is pushed out.
4.4 Search
Press the Search icon on the main screen to enter the search screen (as shown in Figure 4-22) to
inquire the sample results.
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Figure 4-22. Search Screen
Button Function
Search Query the sample data and view the chromatogram of the selected sample.
Print Print the selected data
Print all Print all the selected results in the results table
Export Export the data to computer or LIS
Export all Export all of the data in the results table to computer or LIS
Delete Delete the selected data in the results table.
Exit search screen and return to the main screen
Press search icon on the bottom of the search screen to display the stored sample results sorted by
date in the results table.
If you need to query the test result on a certain day, please follow the below steps:
(1) Check the box beside the date.
(2) Press the white box after the date to indicate the calendar and select the date as shown in Figure
4-23. The left and right arrow at the top of the calendar can be used to select the year and month.
Select the inquiry date in the calendar. Press the “×” on the top right of the calendar to save the date.
(3) Press the Search icon on the bottom of the Search screen to display the test results within the
specified date range in the right box in a chronological order.
If you need to query the test result within a certain period, please follow the below steps:
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(1) Check the box beside the date.
(2) Press the white box after the date to select the start date.
(3) Check the box beside the end date;
(4) Press the white box after the end date to select the end date.
(5) Press the Search icon on the bottom of the Search screen to display the test results within the
specified time period in the right box in a chronological order. If you know the specific information of
the stored sample, such as sample ID, test sequence number, then: (1) Check the box beside the
medical sample ID,test sequence number. (2) Press the white box after the sample ID, test sequence
number and a keypad will appear. Enter the specific information, as shown in Figure 4-24. (3) Press
the Search icon on the bottom of the Search screen to display the test results corresponding to the
sample ID, test sequence number in the right box.
In the right box, press “Search” to display the test results (Figure 4-25) or press the “Chromatogram”
to show the chromatogram (Figure 4-26).
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Figure 4-26. Display the test query figures
4.5 QC
The error may occur during the test process, which will cause a unreliable test results. In order to
ensure the reliability of the sample results, the user is recommended to perform QC on the glycated
hemoglobin with the low and high controls on a daily basis.
Press the “QC” icon on the main screen to enter the QC screen as shown in Figure 4-27.
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Figure 4-28 QC Screen
The QC procedures are as follows:
1. Put 2 empty tubes in the sample rack in sequence (here we defined as No.1, 2tubes).
2. Add 1000 μL of hemolysis into each tube. The tube should not contain EDTA-K2,otherwise it
should be washed twice by 1ml hemolysis befor using.
3. Respetively add 20ul level1 and level2 in No.1 and No.2 tubes, properly put on the cap and
gently shake the tube.
4. Enter the Sample Info Edit Screen, choose the “QC mode” to start the QC process.
4.6 Maintenance
Press the “Maintenance” icon on the main screen to enter this screen (as shown in Figure 4-29).
Periodic maintenance is required to maintain the optimum system performance. In this interface, the
system counts usage times of column and pretreatment column which are being used presently.
Press the “Pack up” icon on the main screen to drain the reagent for long-distance transport.
4.6.1 Cleaning
In the Maintenance screen, press the “Clean” icon and a prompt box will appear. Press OK icon to
return to the Maintenance screen automatically and a “Cleaning...” message will appear as shown in
Figure 4-30. The display will return to the Maintenance screen after the cleaning is completed.
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Figure 4-30. Clean the Tubes
4.6.2 Sterilization
In the Maintenance screen, press the “Decontamination” icon. The Decontamination icon will dim
and “Decontamination...” will appear below as shown in Figure 4-31. The display will return to the
Maintenance screen after the sterilization is completed.
Press the “Change Reagents” icon on the Maintenance screen to show the Change Reagents
screen. Press eluent or column button, words under each button will turn white.
Attention: if press column or pretreatment column, and then press Prime, the usage times of column
will return to zero, therefore, do not press column and pretreatment column if only need to prime
reagents. Both column and pretreatment column can do 400 tests, so change new columns the count
is up to 400; press Column and Precolumn and then press Prime to make usage times return to zero.
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Figure 4-32. Change the reagents
4.7 Diagnosis
Press the “Diagnosis” icon on the main screen to enter this screen (as shown in Figure 4-33), and
various tests can be performed in this screen.
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4.8 Settings
Press the “Settings” icon on the main screen to enter the Setup screen as shown in Figure 4-34.
Press the “Date/Time” icon on the Setup screen to enter the Date/Time Setup screen as shown in
Figure 4-35.
Press on the displayed values. The value will become red, indicating that it can be modified now.
Press the “Increase” or “Decrease” icon to increase or decrease
the red value to the desired value. After the date and time are correctly set, press OK icon.
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4.8.2 Language Setup
Press the “Language” icon on the Setup screen to enter the Language Setup screen as shown in
Figure 4-36.
Check the white box before “Chinese” or English, then a “√” symbol appears. Press the “OK” icon.
Press the Back icon on the top right of the screen to return to the Setup screen.
Press the “Printer” icon on the Setup screen to enter the Printer Setup screen as shown in Figure
4-37.
Press the “Parameter” icon on the Setup screen to enter the Parameter Setup screen as shown in
Figure 4-38. The A1c tag value, A1c normal range, peak distance, and total peak area can be
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entered and the residual tests of the column can be displayed on this screen.
4.8.5 Engineer
Press the “Engineer” icon on the Setup screen. A password input box appears. Enter the correct user
name and password to enter the Engineer screen as shown in Figure 4-39.
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4.9 System Info
Press the “System Info” icon on the main screen to enter the System information screen (as shown in
Figure 4-40). This screen will indicate the instrument model, serial number, software
version,manufacturer, address, telephone number, number of tests, and other related information.
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Chapter 5 Operation
Please read the instruction manual carefully before operating the instrument in order to avoid any
failure or damages caused by improper operations.
Before turning on the power of the analyzer, perform checks in accordance with the following
requirements to make sure the system is ready.
(1) Check whether the eluent A, eluent B, and hemolysis reagents are sufficient.
(2) Check the waste tank to ensure that it is emptied before turning on the analyzer.
(3) Check the fluid line and power supply
-Check if the reagent and waste fluid lines are bent properly connected.
-Check if there is any liquid leak in the analyzer.
-Check if the power plug of the analyzer is inserted safely into the power outlet.
(4) Check the printer
Check if the printing paper is sufficient and that the installation is proper.
● Samples, controls, calibrators, columns, pre-columns, and wastes are potentially infectious.
Please wear the proper personal protective gears and follow the safe laboratory procedures when
handling products in the laboratory.
● The operator has the obligation to dispose of the reagents, waste, samples, consumables, etc.,
in accordance with local and national regulations.
● The reagents are irritating to eyes, skin, and mucosa. Please wear the proper personal
protective gears (lab coat, gloves, etc.) and follow the safe laboratory procedures when handling
reagent related products in the laboratory.
The power switch is located in the lower right corner at the back of the analyzer. Toggle down to turn
off the analyzer and toggle up to turn on the analyzer.
After the startup, the analyzer will first perform the self-test and automatically clean the system for 5
minutes.
After passing the self-test, the main screen appears and the analyzer is ready to work.
● Self-test and startup initialization must be performed during the initial startup each day;
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otherwise, the analyzer may malfunction or produce the wrong results.
In order to ensure reliable results, QC analysis shall be performed on the analyzer each day before
sample analysis. See Chapter 4 for specific information on QC analysis operations.
(1) Insert 1000 μL of hemolysis into a test tube. The tube should not contain EDTA-K2,otherwise it
should be washed twice by 1ml hemolysis befor using.
(2) Add 20 μL of venous whole blood or finger peripheral blood. Properly put on the led and gently
shake the tube.
(3) Place the tube into the sample holder for testing.
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● When the analyzer is running, do not open the front cover or put your hand under the piercing
needle; otherwise, you may be stabbed and injured.
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Chapter 6 Precautions
During the analyzer operation process, strictly follow the operation requirements and pay close
attention to the key points of this chapter.
6.1 Warning
(1) All of the samples shall be treated with caution. Please wear gloves before handling samples and
waste materials.
(2) The reagents provided by the reagent kit contain 0.02% sodium azide. Avoid skin or eye contact
or oral ingestion. When there is accidental contact with skin or eyes, wash thoroughly with water and
seek medical attention. If accidentally ingested, wash the mouth thoroughly with water, drink plenty
of water, and seek medical attention.
(3) Dispose of the waste safely in accordance with the local regulations. Prevent the waste
containing sodium azide from contact with heavy metals in order to prevent the formation of
explosive ingredients, and prevent the waste containing sodium azide from contact with acids in
order to prevent the release of toxic gases.
6.2 Precautions
(1) Uses AC 100-240V AC power source. The equipments connected to the external ports must
comply with the national security certification.
(2) Do not use expired reagents and columns. Do not use the column anymore after specified
number of tests by Labnovation.
(3) If the analyzer will be left unused for a long period, discharge the fluid in the lines (remove Eluent
A, Eluent B, and hemolysis and perform cleaning for 3-5 times purge the lines), turn off the power
switch, and disconnect the power cord.
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6.4 Calibration and QC Requirements
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Chapter 7 Maintenance and Service
The user may replace the pump tubing, reagents, printing paper, and fuses on this analyzer. The
other components cannot be replaced with alternatives; otherwise, the company shall not be
responsible for any problem that may occur.
7.1 Maintenance
(1) Before startup and during the tests, visually inspect if there is any fluid leak. If any leak is found,
please contact the engineer.
(2) Before analysis, test the analyzer and confirm that the printing paper is sufficient.
If the paper is not sufficient, please replace a new roll of paper.
(3) Check if the reagents are sufficient and if the waste fluid is overflowing. Add reagents and empty
the waste bottle if needed.
(1) Clean the analyzer on a regular basis. Use distilled water or 75% alcohol to clean
the analyzer housing, autosampler component, sample holders, and sample probes.
(2) Check if the peristaltic pump is working properly. If not, please contact a local engineer.
Wear gloves when cleaning the analyzer. Use gauze dipped in distilled water or
75% alcohol to clean the analyzer. When wiping, prevent the liquid from flowing
into the instrument and result in damage to the analyzer.
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7.2 Service
Install the fuse in the fuse box for the power supply part.
1. First, disconnect the power cord and then open the fuse box.
2. Insert a screwdriver into the edge of the fuse box and pry it open gently.
3. Remove the fuse tube and replace it when needed.
WARNING: To avoid fire, only the fuse with the same model as the original fuse of the analyzer
(T1AL250V) can be used.
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Chapter 8 Troubleshooting
If any of the problem listed below occurs before or during the application of the analyzer, please
troubleshoot it in accordance with the relevant procedures. If the problem persists, please contact
the Labnovation service department for solutions.
Repair of this instrument can only be conducted by the manufacturer, maintenance organizations, or
engineers approved by the manufacturer.
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8.2 Abnormal Chromatographic Peaks and Correction Solutions
Problem Possible Causes Recommended Solutions
No peaks in the 1. There is air in the 1. Perform system priming for 1
chromatogram syringe line or the system to
No data is is not properly primed 2 times.
displayed on the 2. The sample is clotted 2. Check if the sample is
report or missing condensed or too low.
3. Leak in the lines Re-prepare and run the
4. Blocked sample probe samples.
5. The metering valve is 3. Seek technical support.
not in position 4. Seek technical support.
5. Use the metering operation in
the diagnosis screen to
diagnose the problem.
Abnormal peak 1.Expired, contaminated, 1. Replace the reagent kit.
shape or damaged reagent kit 2. Replace the column.
2.Expired or damaged
column
Calibration failure 1. Wrong data entry 1. Input the correct fixed values
2. Use of wrong of the calibrator.
calibrators 2. Use the calibrators correct. .
3. Wrong position of the 3. Check the position of
calibrator on the tube calibrators on the tube holder.
holder 4. Check to ensure sufficient
4. Calibrator is too low calibrators
5. Air bubbles in the 5. Prime the system and run the
detector and/or pump cleaning program.
system
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Chapter 9 Communication Protocol
1、If users want to modify the baud rate, please go to “set up”—“communication” to change and then
<TRANSMIT><M>LD500|LD500-001<I>sample|2014-05-12
22:34:54|3105|10|1|10|0</I><R>HbA1ab|1.04HbA1c|7.19</R></M></TRANSMIT>
Sample sample
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9.2 Communication Protocol for QC results
if CanTransmint then
begin
SendOutStr('<TRANSMIT>');
SendOutStr('<M>');
SendOutStr('LD500|');
SendOutStr(gMachineSN);
SendOutStr('<Q>');
s:=ComboBox_Year.Text+'|'; //year
SendOutStr(s);
s:=ComboBox_Month.Text+'|'; //month
SendOutStr(s);
SendOutStr(s);
s:=StringGrid_QCFileInfo.Cells[1,2]+'|'; //SD
SendOutStr(s);
s:=StringGrid_QCFileInfo.Cells[1,3]+'|'; //CV
SendOutStr(s);
SendOutStr('</Q>');
;
for arow:=1 to StringGrid_QC.RowCount-1 do
begin
SendOutStr('<X>');
SendOutStr('date|');
s:=StringGrid_QC.Cells[0,arow]; //date
SendOutStr(s);
SendOutStr('HbA1c|');
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s:=StringGrid_QC.Cells[1,arow]; //A1C value
SendOutStr(s);
SendOutStr('NO|'); //No.
s:=StringGrid_QC.Cells[2,arow];
SendOutStr(s);
SendOutStr('</X>');
end;
SendOutStr('</M>');
SendOutStr('</TRANSMIT>');
end;
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Manufacturer’s information
1F,W2-B Bldg, Keji 2nd Road South, Hi-Tech Industrial Park,Shenzhen,518057 ,P.R.C
LABNOVATION TECHNOLOGIES,INC.