ABL80 FLEX Service Manual Chapter 7: Preventative Maintenance

Introduction WARNING/ Contents Equipment

CAUTION: required
7. Maintenance
Overview

This chapter gives an introduction to the maintenance of the analyzer together with
important information concerning procedures and requirements.

CAUTION: Follow legal requirements and local rules for safe work practices
with chemicals.
CAUTION: Working with blood chemistry analyzers may result in contact with
harsh disinfectants. During the various procedures wear suitable protection gear
(gloves, face protection, and protective body clothing), following legal
requirements and local rules for safe work practices.
CAUTION: The gloves must be free of pinholes and preferably be puncture
resistant. Please consult the local glove manufacturer for further information.
CAUTION: If contaminated material comes into contact with any lesion of the
body or mucous membranes, seek medical advice.

This chapter contains the following topics.

Overview..............................................................................................7-1
Valve Maintenance................................................................................7-2
Cleaning................................................................................................7-3
Long-Term Storage...............................................................................7-5
Recommended Service Procedures.................................................................7-6
Annual Service......................................................................................7-6

 Protective attire (gloves, safety glasses, and lab coat)

 Soft cloth, gauze or other absorbent material
 Cleaning Solution (REF: 943-906)
 Deionized water (or sterile water)
 3 cc disposable syringe with luer adaptor (Fluidics Kit, REF: 905-674)

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Introduction NOTE: Valve

maintenance
Valve Maintenance

This procedure contains instructions for maintaining proper valve performance.

NOTE: This procedure flushes the internal valves with deionized water. This
periodic procedure is meant to prevent a build-up of salt crystals within the valves.
NOTE: This procedure is limited to preventive maintenance for the valves.
General maintenance for the waste drain and troubleshooting of valves is
described in Chapter 8 - Troubleshooting.
NOTE: The Long-term Storage procedure, further in this chapter, is also meant to
prevent salt crystal build-up within the valves and should be performed any time
an analyzer will be turned off for prolonged periods. Long-term Storage must
always be performed prior to shipping an analyzer.

Follow these steps to maintain valve performance.

Step Action
1. Remove any cassette or SP80 present on the analyzer.
2. Place gauze or other absorbent material beneath the SP80 luers inside
the solution pack cavity, extending several inches outside the cavity.
3. Log on to the analyzer using the service password (SENDX.782).
4. Select Menu > Utilities > Diagnostics.
5. Using a 3cc syringe with adapter (available in the 905-674 Fluidics
kit), fill the syringe with de-ionized water (DI water) and connect the
syringe to the sensor luer at the front of the analyzer in the cassette
nest area.

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Valve
maintenance
(continued)
Valve Maintenance, Continued

Step Action
6.  Press the Valve 1 check box to activate this valve.
 Inject 3cc of DI water into the cassette luer. The fluid should exit
the second luer up from the bottom of the fluidics manifold in the
solution pack cavity.
 Press the Valve 1 check box again to deactivate this valve.

7.  Press the Valve 2 check box to activate this valve.

 Inject 3cc of DI water into the cassette luer. The fluid should exit
the middle luer of the fluidics manifold in the solution pack cavity.
 Press the Valve 2 check box again to deactivate this valve.
8.  Press the Valve 3 check box to activate this valve.
 Inject 3cc of DI water into the cassette luer. The fluid should exit
the second luer down from the top of the fluidics manifold in the
solution pack cavity.
 Press the Valve 3 check box again to deactivate this valve.
9.  Press the Valve 4 check box to activate this valve.
 Inject 3cc of DI water into the cassette luer. The fluid should exit
the top luer of the fluidics manifold in the solution pack cavity.
 Press the Valve 4 check box again to deactivate this valve.

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Valve
maintenance
(continued)
Valve Maintenance, Continued

Step Action
10.  Press the Valve 5 check box to activate this valve
 Press the Waste Pump button
 Inject 3cc of DI water into the cassette luer. The fluid should exit
the waste manifold luer (bottom luer) in the solution pack cavity.
 The Valve 5 check box will automatically be unchecked once the
waste pump stops turning.
11. Remove the syringe and absorbent material. Clean and dry the
solution pack cavity.
12. Prior to attempting a System Cycle following this procedure,
manually pump S4, S3, S2 then S1 prior to leaving the Diagnostics
screen. This will prime the tubing with the necessary solutions.

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Introduction Screen Analyzer Contact luers Printer

surfaces mechanism
Cleaning

This section explains the cleaning of the analyzer. Before cleaning the analyzer
always shutdown the computer (use the Shutdown button on the main menu) then
unplug the system.

Use a clean, damp, non-abrasive cloth to clean the touch screen. Never allow
moisture to settle at the bottom of the screen. Any commercially available window
cleaner may be used. An alcohol-based cleaner, followed by a water-dampened
cloth can be used periodically. All liquids should be applied to a cloth and not
directly to the screen.
Long-term contact with abrasive materials will scratch the front surface, degrading
the image quality.
NOTE: Do not use bleach (sodium hypochlorite) products.

The analyzer casing can be cleaned, as needed, with a damp cloth. A dilute bleach
solution (1:9 dilution of bleach (sodium hypochlorite) to water) may also be used.
The analyzer case should be kept clean of liquids and contaminants. Immediately
clean all surfaces as they become wet with liquids and contaminants.
Clean around the base of the analyzer where the SP80 rests before installing a new
solution pack.
Never wipe the sensor cassette contact pins or analyzer connection port with a wet
or damp cloth.

Clean the exposed luers with a damp cloth or dilute bleach solution to remove
electrolyte deposits and blood proteins. These include both the solution luers
located on the manifold in the SP80 cavity and the luer in the sensor cassette nest
at the front of the analyzer.

Follow these steps to clean the printer head mechanism.

Step Action
1. From the back of the analyzer, open the printer unit cover.
2. Clean the copper-colored heating element using ethyl alcohol or
isopropyl alcohol and a cotton swab (see Figure 7-1).
3. Allow the alcohol to dry then close the printer unit.

Figure 7-1

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Waste drain
Cleaning, Continued

Blood and protein residue can build up in the analyzer’s waste drain over time.
Periodic cleaning of this line is recommended to prevent significant build-up of
residue.
The following fluidic procedure can be used both as a preventive measure and can
act as a decontamination procedure for the analyzer.
During normal use, blood contaminants will only contact the sensor cassette and
the waste drain, including the waste line tubing and the waste manifold.
Follow these steps to clean and decontaminate the waste drain.
CAUTION: Be prepared to collect waste fluids flowing from open luers.

Step Action
1. Log on to the analyzer using the service password (SENDX.782).
2. Select Menu > Utilities > Diagnostics.
3. Remove any sensor cassette present on the analyzer.
4. Ensure there is either a solution pack in the solution pack cavity or
adequate absorbent material in the solution pack cavity, below the
manifold luers.
5. Introduce 2 cc of Cleaning Solution (REF 943-906) into the waste
drain.
6. Allow the solution to soak for approximately 1 minute.
7. Press Waste Pump from the Diagnostics screen to activate the waste
pump and pull the cleaning solution through the waste lines.
8. Repeat steps 5 – 7 if desired.
9. Introduce 2 cc of deionized water into the waste drain.
10. Press Waste Pump from the Diagnostics screen to activate the waste
pump and pull the deionized water through the waste lines.
11. Press Close to exit the Diagnostics screen and return to the main
menu.

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Introduction WARNING/ NOTE: Long-term

CAUTION: storage
Long-Term Storage

This topic describes the necessary steps to flush an analyzer before any period (>24
hours) of long-term storage.

CAUTION: Pushing the syringe plunger too hard can damage internal tubing
connections and cause leaks.
CAUTION: Be prepared to collect waste fluids flowing from open luers.

Salt crystals may form periodically in the analyzer fluid path if the analyzer is
turned off for extended periods of time. This tendency is accelerated if an SP80
and SC80 are not left on the analyzer. These crystals can form obstructions in the
fluid path.

The following steps should be performed prior to long-term storage of the ABL80.

Step Action
1. Log on to the analyzer using the service password (SENDX.782).
2. Select Menu > Utilities > Diagnostics.
3. Remove any sensor cassette present on the analyzer.
4. Ensure there is either a solution pack in the solution pack cavity or
adequate absorbent material in the solution pack cavity, below the
manifold luers.
5. Introduce 2 cc of Cleaning Solution (REF 943-906) into the waste
drain.
6. Allow the solution to soak for approximately 1 minute.
7. Press Waste Pump from the Diagnostics screen to activate the waste
pump and pull the cleaning solution through the waste lines.
8. Introduce 2 cc of de-ionized water into the waste drain.
9. Press Waste Pump from the Diagnostics screen to activate the waste
pump and pull the de-ionized water through the waste lines.
10. Using a 3cc syringe with adapter (available in the 905-674 Fluidics
kit), fill the syringe with de-ionized water (DI water) and connect the
syringe to the sensor luer at the front of the analyzer in the cassette
nest area.
11. Remove the solution pack, if present.
IMPORTANT: Failure to remove the solution pack will contaminate
the solutions and may result in calibration failures and/or
inaccurate measurement results.

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12.  Press the Valve 1 check box to activate this valve

 Inject 3cc of DI water into the cassette luer. The fluid should exit
the second luer up from the bottom of the fluidics manifold in the
solution pack cavity.
 Press the Valve 1 check box again to deactivate this valve
13.  Press the Valve 2 check box to activate this valve
 Inject 3cc of DI water into the cassette luer. The fluid should exit
the middle luer of the fluidics manifold in the solution pack cavity.
 Press the Valve 2 check box again to deactivate this valve
14.  Press the Valve 3 check box to activate this valve
 Inject 3cc of DI water into the cassette luer. The fluid should exit
the second luer down from the top of the fluidics manifold in the
solution pack cavity.
 Press the Valve 3 check box again to deactivate this valve
15.  Press the Valve 4 check box to activate this valve
 Inject 3cc of DI water into the cassette luer. The fluid should exit
the top luer of the fluidics manifold in the solution pack cavity.
 Press the Valve 4 check box again to deactivate this valve
16.  Press the Valve 5 check box to activate this valve
 Press the Waste Pump button
 Inject 3cc of DI water into the cassette luer. The fluid should exit
the waste manifold luer (bottom luer) in the solution pack cavity
 The Valve 5 check box will automatically be unchecked once the
waste pump stops turning
17. Press the Waste Pump button a second time.
18. Repeat steps 12-17 a second time, injecting air instead of water.
19. Clean and dry all ports and luers on the analyzer with a soft cloth.
20. Shutdown the analyzer by selecting Menu > Shutdown.

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procedure
Recommended Service Procedures

Annual Service

This operation may be conducted after each year of use to facilitate optimal
performance of the ABL80 analyzer.

It is recommended that the waste line components be replaced annually to

maintain a well-functioning waste system. This includes replacing the waste drain,
waste tubing set, waste pump head and waste manifold. These items may be
replaced more frequently as necessary.

Inspect and replace the following parts as necessary.

 Sensor board (REF: 902-972)
Ensure that the sensor pin receptacle is not damaged. The pin receptacles
should be clean and free from debris. Replace the sensor board as
necessary.
 Battery pack (REF: 431-020)
Ensure the battery pack is functioning properly according to the status
screen as listed in the Battery Screen section in Chapter 8 –
Troubleshooting. Replace the battery pack as necessary.
 Manifold unit (REF: 903-002)
Inspect the manifold channels for obstructions or buildup. Replace this
assembly as necessary.
 Waste drain (REF: 902-999)
Ensure that the waste drain does not exhibit excessive build-up of blood
and protein deposits. If build-up exists, clean (disinfect), then replace the
waste drain.
 Waste tubing set (REF: 902-998)
Ensure that the waste tubing does not exhibit excessive build-up of blood
and protein deposits. If build-up exists, clean (disinfect), then replace the
tubing. Cleaning the tubing pieces and re-using them is not recommended.
 Waste Pump
o Waste pump with waste pump head (REF: 902-974)
o Waste pump head (REF: 902-990)
Ensure that the waste pump head is free moving without excessive noise.
Disassemble the waste pump head and inspect the tubing inside. The
tubing should not be brittle or exhibit tears or shavings.
Replace the waste pump and/or waste pump head as necessary.
 Waste manifold (REF: 902-973)

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The waste manifold luer should be clean and free of build-up that may
inhibit proper positioning of the solution pack. Replace the waste manifold
as necessary.

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Annual service
procedure
(continued)
Annual Service, Continued

 Printer unit (REF: 902-686)

Ensure the printer roller is free of blemishes, build-up and debris. Verify
that characters are printing completely and properly. Replace the printer
unit or printer components as necessary.
 Cooling fan (REF: 636-520)
Ensure the fan is free of dust and debris. Verify that the fan runs
continuously while the analyzer is on. Verify that the fan does not make
excessive noise. Replace the fan assembly as necessary.
 All cables, connections and fittings (see Chapter 3 - Parts for applicable part
numbers)
Ensure all cable connections are securely attached, and cables are free of
kinks.

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