ITC Hemochron Signature Elite Whole Blood Microcoagulation System User Manual
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PREPARING THE INSTRUMENT
Unpacking and Inspection
Note: Inspect each component for damage when unpacking. If damage is observed, contact your shipper
or service representative immediately.
1.
Remove any protective packaging that may be present around the instrument.
2.
Examine the packaging material to be sure that the power supply, connecting cables or other
components have been removed. The materials that are provided are listed below.
Note: Do not discard the packaging material.
Materials Provided
Article
Quantity
HEMOCHRON Signature Elite Microcoagulation Instrument
1
PC Cable (ITC Part No. HJ7405; see Connecting a Computer or
Printer on page 25)
1
AC/DC Power Module (ITC Part No. HX1025)
1
Operator’s Manual
1
HEMOCHRON Configuration Manager CD V3.0 or higher
1
Note: An AC power cord is provided in the United States, Canada, and Japan only. For other
countries, the customer must obtain a power supply cord.
Materials Required, But Not Provided
Article
Quantity
HEMOCHRON Jr. Test Cuvettes
As Needed
HEMOCHRON Jr. Quality Control Products
As Needed
Optional Materials
Article
Quantity
HEMOCHRON Jr. PKIT (Printer Kit)
1
HEMOCHRON Jr. PCKIT (Personal Computer Interface Cable)
1
HEMOCHRON Jr. CBL-SIG (Serial Printer Interface Cable)
1
HEMOCHRON ReportMaker™ V6.0 or higher CD (Data Management
Software)
1
idms V7.2 or higher (Integrated Data Management System)
1
Charging the Battery
The battery of the system should be charged before the system is used.
1.
Plug the AC/DC Power Module into an electrical service outlet.
2.
Connect the AC/DC Power Module cord to the power connector on the side of the instrument. The
charge indicator on the instrument keypad will illuminate.
3.
Allow the battery to charge for at least eight hours.
Note: The AC/DC Power Module can remain connected all the time.
4.
To ensure adequate charge, leave the instrument connected to the charger for a minimum of eight
hours. This eliminates the risk of the instrument powering down during a test.