Care And Cleaning; Troubleshooting Guide - 3M Attest Auto-reader 390 Benutzerhandbuch

Optional 3M™ Attest™ Auto-reader 390 Web App
If desired, the 3M™ Attest™ Auto-reader 390 may be connected to a PC via an Ethernet
connection for additional capabilities:
• Remotely view current status of BIs in the 3M™ Attest™ Auto-reader 390 via PC
or mobile hand held devices. For full functionality, the use of an HTML5 compliant
browser with JavaScript enabled is recommended.
• Remotely view and configure 3M™ Attest™ Auto-reader 390 settings.
• View the last 100 BI records.
• Print out documentation using a local or networked printer and/or save documentation
as an electronic file.*
Note: To access the 3M™ Attest™ Auto-reader 390 Web App within a secure network,
the PC or mobile device must have access to the secure network; options include
connecting via a network Ethernet cable, signing in to the facility's wireless network, or
connecting via a virtual private network (VPN).
* Refer to your facility's record keeping policy and procedure.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
In the event of an error code, unplug the 3M™ Attest™ Auto-reader 390 and plug it back in to initiate the self-diagnostic test. If error code re-occurs, call for repair or replacement.
The LCD display panel will indicate detected malfunctions by displaying a caution or error code under affected BI wells. The audible alarm, if active, sounds and the LCD display
backlight flashes to alert the user to all caution (except C1) and error codes. The alarm and backlight can be silenced and extinguished, respectively, by pressing the Buzzer Alarm
OFF button . Note that disabling the audible alarm does not disable the flashing LCD display backlight. Refer to the following:
Code/ Issue
C1
C2
C4
E1
E3
E7
E8
E11
E12
E14
Other
Other
Other
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Problem
Unit Warm-up Caution
Incubation block not at temperature.
BI Removed from Well Caution
3M™ Attest™ Rapid Readout BI has been removed before incubation is
complete.
Ambient Light Caution
Temperature Control Error
This error will occur if system is no longer able to control the temperature of the
incubator block (60ºC +/- 2ºC).
Memory Error
3M™ Attest™ Auto-reader 390 unable to save/read data from memory.
Communications Error
This error will occur if internal communications have failed.
LED Error
This error occurs for a specific well if the system detects that a UV LED or Optics
Detection circuit is not working.
BI Inserted Incorrectly Error
Incubation time remaining will not display and fluorescent readings are not taken.
Power Failure Error
Power to Auto-reader was off for too long to provide valid result for affected BI(s).
Ambient Light Error (occupied well)
Fluorescent result will not display.
Unwanted alarm sounds when positive BI detected.
Alarm Sounds
3M™ Attest™ Rapid Readout Biological Indicator has been removed from
incubation/reader well prematurely.
LCD panel does not display properly.
CARE AND CLEANING
CAUTION: Always unplug the 3M™ Attest™ Auto-reader 390 and allow to cool
before cleaning.
Do not spill liquid onto or into the instrument. Do not immerse the unit in liquid.
Clean external surfaces using only the instructions provided by the manufacturer.
The instrument must be returned to the manufacturer for repair.
Clean the exterior surface of the 3M™ Attest™ Auto-reader 390 by wiping it with a damp
cloth moistened with a mild detergent. Do not attempt to clean interior components. If
additional cleaning of the wells is required, call for repair or replacement.
Note: The 3M™ Attest™ Auto-reader 390 does not contain any user serviceable parts
or require any routine maintenance. Any malfunctions will be indicated by an error code.
Refer to the Troubleshooting Guide section for error code explanations.
Solution
Allow a 30 minute warm-up after 3M™ Attest™ Auto-reader 390 is plugged
in. (Note: 3M™ Attest™ Rapid Readout BI readings are disabled until incubator
block reaches 60ºC +/- 2ºC).
Replace 3M™ Attest™ Rapid Readout BI in proper well within 10 seconds to
prevent loss of collected data.
Move 3M™ Attest™ Auto-reader 390 to reduced ambient light conditions.
Unplug the unit and plug it back in to clear error.
If error doesn't clear, call for repair or replacement.
Unplug the unit and plug it back in to clear error.
If error doesn't clear, call for repair or replacement.
Call for repair or replacement.
Unplug the unit and plug it back in to clear error.
If error doesn't clear, call for repair or replacement. Do not use affected
incubation well.
Ensure BI is designed to be incubated and read in the 3M™ Attest™
Auto-reader 390.
Ensure BI is fully inserted into incubation well.
Ensure power supply connection to Auto-reader is secure.
Rely on optional visual pH color change result for BI in affected well. Move
3M™ Attest™ Auto-reader 390 to reduced ambient light conditions to avoid
future occurrences.
Disable alarm; refer to 3M™ Attest™ Auto-reader 390 Configuration
section for instructions.
Replace 3M™ Attest™ Rapid Readout Biological Indicator in incubation/reader
well within 10 seconds to prevent loss of data collected.
Unplug the unit and plug it back in. If problem persists call for repair or
replacement.
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