Section 3: Precautions; General Precautions; Biohazard; Explosive Anesthetics - Medtronic ACT Plus Manual Del Usuario

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5.5" x 7.75" (139.7 mm x 196.85 mm)

Section 3: Precautions

General Precautions

■ The ACT Plus™ instrument is intended for in vitro diagnostic use only.
■ The ACT Plus™ instrument is intended for use while positioned on a level
surface.
■ To obtain valid results, the ACT Plus™ instrument's operating parameters
must be set up appropriately.
■ The screen values shown in this manual are intended for illustration only; they
are not intended to match actual test results.
■ An adequate quantity of blood must be drawn into the syringe, and cartridge
channels must be filled to the proper level for the test. Refer to the individual
cartridge package inserts for details.
Dropping, soaking, or otherwise misusing the ACT Plus™ instrument may
■
prevent it from functioning properly.

Biohazard

All test samples (eg, patient samples, controls, used cartridges, syringes, and
needles) should be considered biohazardous and should be disposed of according
to the guidelines established for the specific institution.

Explosive Anesthetics

The instrument must not be used in the presence of explosive gases or anesthetics.

Cleaning/Decontamination

Do not steam, autoclave, or immerse the ACT Plus™ instrument. Refer to
Maintenance on page 40 for cleaning instructions.

No User-Serviceable Parts

There are no user-serviceable parts inside the ACT Plus™ instrument case. Only
a Medtronic Service Representative or authorized representative should repair or
service the instrument.
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