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Current Configuration of this Operations Manual COMMANDER Flexible Pipetting Center (FPC) Operations Manual (List No. 6A97-27) (74005-101). Information presented in this configuration is consistent for FPC System software version 2.5. 69-6308/R5 - Front Matter 69-5751/R3 - Master Table of Contents 66-5177/R1 - How to Use this Manual 66-5179/R1 - Section 1 Use or Function 69-3742/R2 - Section 2. Installation Procedures and Special Requirements 66-5183/R1 - Section 3. Principles of Operation 69-5752/R3 - Section 4. Performance Characteristics and Specifications 69-5753/R3 - Section 5. Table of Contents 69-5824/R5 - Section 5. Registration 66-5190/R3 - Section 5. Pipetting 66-5192/R1 - Section 5. Component Library 66-8824/R3 - Section 5. Assay Protocol 66-5196/R3 - Section 5. Files Mode 66-5198/R2 - Section 5. Transfers 66-5200/R1 - Section 6. Calibration Procedures 66-5202/R1 - Section 7. Operational Precautions and Limitations 69-5754/R2 - Section 8. Hazards 69-6309/R5 - Section 9. Service and Maintenance 69-5756/R4 - Section 10. Troubleshooting and Diagnostics 66-8826/R2 - Bibliography 66-5212/R1 - Glossary 69-5757/R3 - General Pipetting, Assay and Reagent Information 66-5217/R1 - Example Printouts 66-5219/R3 - RBC Pipetting 69-6310/R3 - System Integration Guide 69-6311/R6 - Index

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Foreword Congratulations on the addition of the COMMANDER® Flexible Pipetting Center (FPC) to the operation of your laboratory. Using state-of-the-art technology, we have designed an instrument that will function consistently and dependably on a daily basis. The FPC system is backed by dedicated professionals who provide support in engineering, training and technical information. For continuing service, we provide telephone technical assistance should you need help in diagnosing a problem. If a problem should arise that cannot be resolved by telephone, Abbott Field Service Representatives (FSRs) are available for on-site support. FSRs are trained in all disciplines of Abbott instrumentation to assure proficiency in diagnosing, isolating and correcting problems. Abbott Laboratories looks forward to serving your needs in any way possible.

Customer Support United States: 1-877-4ABBOTT (1-877-422-2688) Canada: 1-800-387-8378 International: Call your Abbott Representative.

Proprietary Statement Copyright© 1992, 2004 by Abbott Laboratories Diagnostics Division. Abbott Laboratories software programs are protected by copyright. All rights are reserved. This software was developed solely for use with Abbott Laboratories’ equipment and for in vitro diagnostic applications as specified in the operating instructions. No part of this document may be reproduced, stored, or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic, mechanical, photocopied, recorded, or otherwise without the prior written permission of Abbott Laboratories. All operating instructions must be followed.

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Legal Disclaimers The sample printouts/screens contained in this manual are for information and illustration purposes only. Abbott Laboratories makes no representations or warranties about the accuracy and reliability of the information on the printouts/screens in this manual, and their information is not to be used for clinical or maintenance evaluation. The information, documents and related graphics published herein (the “Information”) are the sole property of Abbott Laboratories. Permission to use the Information is granted, provided that • the copyright notice appears on all copies; • use of the Information is for operation of ABBOTT products by Abbott trained personnel or informational use only; • the Information is not modified in any way; and • no graphics are used separate from accompanying text. Each person assumes full responsibility and all risks arising from use of the Information. The Information is presented “AS IS” and may include technical inaccuracies or typographical errors. Abbott Laboratories reserves the right to make additions, deletions, or modifications to the Information at any time without any prior notification. Qualifications: • All samples (printouts, graphics, displays, screens, etc.) are for information and illustration purposes only and shall not be used for clinical or maintenance evaluations. Data shown in sample printouts and screens do not reflect actual patient names or test results. • Any product information in training materials should be used in conjunction with the latest version of the Operations Manual, Operations Manual addendum, or Product Information Letter. If discrepancies in information exist within training materials or any other materials, the latest version of the Operations Manual, Operations Manual addendum, or Product Information Letter takes precedence. • Abbott Laboratories is not engaged in rendering medical advice or services. viii

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• Updates to the Information may be provided in either paper or electronic format. Always refer to the latest documents for the most current information. Master Table of Contents and/or Index – Incremental manual updates may cause the Master Table of Contents or Master Index page numbering to change.

Warranty Abbott Laboratories (“Abbott”) warrants instruments sold by the Abbott Diagnostics Division to be free from defects in workmanship and materials during normal use by the original purchaser. This warranty shall continue for a period of one (1) year, commencing twenty-one (21) days from the date of shipment to the original purchaser, or until title is transferred from the original purchaser, whichever occurs first (the “Warranty Period”). If any defects occur during the Warranty Period, contact your Abbott Customer Support immediately. Be prepared to furnish pertinent details concerning the defect, the model number, and the serial number. Warranty service is provided from 8:30 a.m. through 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, except on Abbott observed holidays. Any service performed at other times, and all service required to correct defects or malfunctions not covered by this Warranty, will be billed at Abbott’s labor rates then in effect. This Warranty does not cover defects or malfunctions which: (1) are not reported to Abbott during the Warranty Period and within one week of occurrence; (2) result from chemical decomposition or corrosion; (3) are caused primarily by failure to comply with any requirement or instruction contained in the applicable Abbott Operations Manual; or (4) result from maintenance, repair or modification performed without Abbott’s authorization. Abbott’s liability for all matters arising from the supply, installation, use, repair and maintenance of the instrument, whether arising under this Warranty or otherwise, shall be limited solely to the repair or (at Abbott’s sole discretion) replacement of the instrument or of components thereof. Replaced parts shall become the property of Abbott Laboratories. In no event shall Abbott be liable for injuries sustained by third parties, indirect or consequential damages or lost profits.

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The foregoing is the sole warranty made by Abbott Laboratories regarding the instrument, and Abbott specifically disclaims all other warranties, expressed or implied, including the warranties of merchantability and of fitness for a particular purpose. ABBOTT LABORATORIES MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND OR NATURE WITH RESPECT TO THE INFORMATION. ABBOTT LABORATORIES HEREBY DISCLAIMS ALL REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, CREATED BY LAW, CONTRACT, OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE OR NON-INFRINGEMENT. IN NO EVENT SHALL ABBOTT LABORATORIES BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND OR NATURE, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL (INCLUDING LOSS OF PROFIT) CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE EXISTENCE OR USE OF THE INFORMATION, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER ABBOTT LABORATORIES HAS BEEN ADVISED AS TO THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

Trademark Statements All Abbott Laboratories product names and trademarks are owned by or licensed to Abbott Laboratories, its subsidiaries or affiliates. No use of any Abbott trademark, trade name, trade dress or product name may be made without the prior written authorization of Abbott Laboratories, except to identify the product or services of Abbott Laboratories. All other trademarks, brands, product names, and trade names are the property of their respective companies. All rights reserved. Except as permitted above, no license or right, express or implied, is granted to any person under any patent, trademark, or other proprietary right of Abbott Laboratories. AIM® is a registered trademark of Automatic Identification Manufacturers, Inc. COMMANDER®, IMx®, Quantum® and Quantumatic® are registered trademarks and TPC™ and PMTS™ are trademarks of Abbott Laboratories. DeepWell™ is a trademark of Beckman Instrument Co.

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HP®, DeskJet® and ThinkJet® are registered trademarks of Hewlett-Packard Company. Oracle® is a registered trademark of Oracle Corporation. Terg-A-Zyme® is a registered trademark of Alconox Co. UNIX® is a registered trademark of Unix Systems Lab.

Regulations and Standards The FPC complies with the following standards: • City of L.A. (U.L. 1262, Laboratory Equipment, May 23, 1988) • VDE 0871 (VDE B) Radio Interference Suppression of Radio Frequency • FCC Part 15, Subpart B Class A Radio Emission • CE (meets applicable New Approach directives of the European Union)

Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement: Section 15.105: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. Section 15.21: The user is cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Canadian Department of Communication Radio Frequency Interference Statement: English Version: This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. COMMANDER® Flexible Pipetting Center (FPC™) Operations Manual

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French Version: Cet appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de la classe A prescrites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le ministère des Communications du Canada.

ZZF Germany Statement for Class B Devices: English Version: This is to certify that the Flexible Pipetting Center, model 03A46-01/03A46-09/03A46-47, and the Automatic Bar Code reader, model 03A46-24, is shielded against radio interference in accordance with the provisions of Vfg 1046/1984. The German Postal Services have been advised that this device has been marketed and has been provided the right to verify the device or system for compliance with the regulations. Compliance with applicable regulations depends on the use of shielded cables. It is the user who is responsible for procuring the appropriate cables. German Version: Hiermit wird bescheinigt, daß das System zur Flexiblen Probenverteilung, 03A46-01/03A46-09/03A46-47, und der Automatische Barcodeleser, Best.-Nr. 03A46-24, in Übereinstimmung mit den Bestimmungen des AmtsblVfg 1046/1984 funkentstört ist. Der Deutschen Bundespost wurde das Inverkehrbringen dieses Gerätes angezeigt und die Berechtigung zur Überprüfung der Serie auf Einhaltung der Bestimmungen eingeräumt. Zur Einhaltung der geltenden Bestimmungen ist es erforderlich, daß abgeschirmte Kabel verwendet werden. Für die Beschaffung der richtigen Kabel ist der Betreiber verantwortlich. The FPC computer and monitor comply with the IEC 950 standard.

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Master Table of Contents

How To Use This Manual... How To Use-1 Overview... How To Use-1 Manual Organization... How To Use-1 Text Conventions... How To Use-3

Section 1. Use or Function... 1-1 Introduction... 1-1 System Components... 1-2 Pipetting Unit... 1-3 Computer Unit... 1-3 ABC Unit... 1-4 Sources and Destinations... 1-6 Platform... 1-7 Bottle Racks... 1-7 Platen Extension Assembly and Sample Tube Rack... 1-8 Library Rack and Platform... 1-9 Microtiter Plates and Adapter... 1-9 MEIA and FPIA Carousels... 1-10 Tray Platform... 1-11 Destination Options... 1-12

Section 2. Installation Procedures and Special Requirements... 2-1 System Preparation... 2-1 Introduction... 2-1 Installation... 2-1 Cable Connections... 2-2 Powering Up... 2-4 Pipetting Unit Power Up... 2-4 Computer, Monitor, and Printer Power Up... 2-4 Power Off... 2-6 Configuration... 2-9 Introduction... 2-9 Configuration Menu Bar Definitions... 2-10 System Parameters... 2-10 Database Initialization... 2-14 Manual Initialization... 2-15 Automatic Initialization... 2-16 Tip Threshold... 2-18 RS-232 Port Configuration... 2-20 Reset Clock... 2-24

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Password Assignments... 2-27 Special Password Conditions... 2-29 Version... 2-30

Section 3. Principles of Operation... 3-1 Introduction... 3-1 Total Process Control (TPC™)... 3-2 FPC Software Operation... 3-3 Registration... 3-3 Pipetting... 3-3 Component Library... 3-3 Assay Protocol... 3-4 Files Mode... 3-4 Configuration... 3-4 Diagnostics... 3-4 Transfers... 3-4 Working with FPC Software... 3-5 Using the Manual... 3-5 The Menu Bar... 3-5 On-Screen Colors... 3-9 Scroll Bars... 3-9 Miscellaneous... 3-9 FPC Software Version 2.5 Menu Flow Chart... 3-11

Section 4. Performance Characteristics and Specifications... 4-1 Physical Dimensions... 4-1 Environmental Requirements for Instrument Operation . . 4-1 Temperature... 4-1 Humidity... 4-1 Electrical Requirements... 4-2 General... 4-2 UPS... 4-2 FPC... 4-2 ABC... 4-2 Electrical Safety Parameters... 4-3 Altitude... 4-3 Installation Category (Overvoltage Category)... 4-3 Pollution Degree... 4-3 Data Communication... 4-3 FPC... 4-3 ABC... 4-3 Pipettor... 4-4 Sample Tube Diameter... 4-4 General Bar Code Requirements... 4-4 Label Characteristics Specifications... 4-6

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Labels Required for Samples... 4-6 Codabar Labels... 4-6 Code 39 Labels... 4-7 Code 128 Labels... 4-7 Interleaved 2 of 5 Labels... 4-8 Label Requirements for Sources and Destinations... 4-8 FPC Software Configurations... 4-10

Section 5. Operating Instructions... 5-1 Registration... 5-1 Introduction... 5-1 Registration Menu Bar Definitions... 5-2 ABC Work List... 5-4 ABC Auto Work List... 5-9 Source Registration-Abbott 60-Tube Rack... 5-14 Source Registration- Previously Registered Abbott 60-Tube Rack... 5-19 Source Registration-Other Source Types... 5-24 Source Registration- Other Previously Registered Source Types... 5-28 Manual Work List... 5-33 Pipetting... 5-37 Introduction... 5-37 Pipetting Menu Bar Definitions... 5-38 Preparation... 5-38 When Using A Sensor Module... 5-39 When Using An Automatic Barcode Reader (ABC) . . . 5-39 Pipetting Setup with TPC™... 5-41 When a Run Requires Additional Destinations... 5-52 Replacing a Dilutor Tray... 5-58 When a Run Requires Additional Sources... 5-59 Pipetting Setup Without TPC™... 5-60 When a Run Requires Additional Destinations... 5-70 Replacing a Dilutor Tray... 5-74 When a Run Requires Additional Sources... 5-74 Pipetting with an ABC... 5-75 Pipetting Operations... 5-75 Recovering from an ABC Jam... 5-76 Pipetting with the “Manual” ID Convention... 5-77 Pipetting with the “Sequential” ID Convention... 5-78 Tube Not Detected... 5-79 When Pipetting Is Complete (ABC)... 5-79 If There Were No Problems During Pipetting... 5-80 If Problems Were Encountered During Pipetting... 5-80

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When Pipetting Is Complete (non-ABC)... 5-83 To Pause During a Run... 5-84 To Cancel a Run... 5-84 Pipetting Status... 5-85 Pipetting Errors... 5-87 Samples Completed... 5-88 Component Library... 5-91 Introduction... 5-91 Component Library Menu Bar Definitions... 5-92 Viewing Master Lots and Components... 5-92 Deleting Master Lots... 5-94 Entering Master Lots... 5-96 Kit Card Entry... 5-96 Manual Kit Entry... 5-102 Entering Non-Master Lot Components... 5-106 Deleting Non-Master Lot Components... 5-108 Adding User-Created Component Types... 5-110 Deleting User-Created Component Types... 5-114 Adding Allowed Mixtures... 5-116 Deleting Allowed Mixtures... 5-120 Assay Protocol... 5-123 Introduction... 5-123 Assay Protocol Menu Bar Definitions... 5-124 Viewing Assay Protocols... 5-125 Deleting Assay Protocols... 5-127 Creating Assay Protocols... 5-128 Editing Assay Protocols... 5-141 Backing Up Assay Protocols to Diskette... 5-153 Installing Assay Protocols From Diskette... 5-154 If installing Abbott assays:... 5-155 If installing user-created assays:... 5-156 Activating Abbott Assay Protocols From Diskette... 5-158 Creating Panels... 5-160 Deleting Panels... 5-162 Configuring Assay Protocols... 5-164 Files Mode... 5-167 Introduction... 5-167 Files Mode Menu Bar Definitions... 5-167 Sources... 5-169 Viewing... 5-171 Printing... 5-171 Deleting... 5-171 Uploading... 5-172

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Archiving... 5-172 Maps... 5-173 Saving to Diskette... 5-174 Destinations... 5-175 Printing... 5-177 Deleting... 5-177 Maps... 5-178 Creating Maps... 5-180 Editing Maps... 5-182 Archiving... 5-184 Uploading... 5-185 Saving To Diskette... 5-186 Unlocking a Destination Map... 5-187 Work Lists... 5-188 Printing... 5-191 Uploading... 5-191 Saving to Diskette... 5-191 Results... 5-192 Printing... 5-197 Deleting... 5-197 Approving... 5-198 Blocking... 5-199 Uploading... 5-200 Saving to Diskette... 5-201 Editing... 5-202 Analyzer Files... 5-203 Printing... 5-206 Deleting... 5-206 Uploading... 5-206 Saving To Diskette... 5-207 View Diskette... 5-208 Printing... 5-209 Deleting... 5-210 Viewing... 5-210 Transfers... 5-211 Introduction... 5-211 Transfers Menu Bar Definitions... 5-211 Transferring Tray To Box... 5-212 Transferring Source To Destination... 5-213 Transferring Destination To Source... 5-215

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Section 6. Calibration... 6-1 Section 7. Operational Precautions and Limitations... 7-1 General... 7-1 Pipettor... 7-1 Tip Disposal Bin... 7-2 Pipette Tips... 7-2 ABC... 7-2 Sensor Module... 7-3 Hand-Held Bar Code Reader... 7-3 Computer... 7-3

Section 8. Hazards... 8-1 Overview... 8-1 Biological Hazards... 8-1 Waste Disposal... 8-1 Spill Cleanup... 8-2 Decontamination Procedure... 8-2 Electrical Safety... 8-2 Electrical Hazards... 8-2 Physical and Mechanical Safety... 8-3 Physical and Mechanical Hazards... 8-3 Chemical Safety... 8-3 Chemical Hazards... 8-4 Hazardous Waste... 8-4 Reagents Containing Sodium Azide... 8-4 Removal of Sodium Azide from Laboratory Plumbing . 8-4

Section 9. Service and Maintenance... 9-1 Maintenance... 9-1 Introduction... 9-1 General... 9-1 Maintenance Schedule... 9-3 Syringe Replacement... 9-4 Removing Syringes... 9-4 Attaching Syringes... 9-6 Replacing Diluent Syringe Plunger... 9-9 Tubing Replacement... 9-10 Sample Pipette Tubing... 9-10 Diluent Delivery Tubing... 9-11 Diluent Suction Tubing... 9-12 Dilutor Connection Tubing... 9-13 Replacing Filter in Dilutor System... 9-13 Cleaning Tip Nozzle... 9-14

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Priming the Dilutor... 9-14 Loading the Pipette Tip Rack... 9-16 Cleaning the Diluent Line... 9-17 Terg-A-Zyme Cleaning Procedure... 9-18 Cleaning and Decontaminating the FPC Unit... 9-18 Cleaning Procedure... 9-19 Decontamination Procedure... 9-19 Replacing the Three-Way Electromagnetic Valve... 9-20 Tip Threshold Test... 9-22 Leak Test... 9-24 Reset Clock... 9-26 Dilution Verification Procedure... 9-28 Data Analysis... 9-30 ABC Maintenance... 9-32 Cleaning Track/Removing Sample Tube Carriers... 9-32 Replacing Burnt Out Bulbs... 9-34 Replacing Sample Carrier Flags... 9-35 Printers... 9-35 Replacing Fuses... 9-35 FPC Fuses... 9-35 ABC Fuses... 9-36 Parts... 9-38 FPC Parts List... 9-38 ABC Parts... 9-41 Maintenance Log... 9-43

Section 10. Troubleshooting and Diagnostics... 1-1 Troubleshooting... 10-1 Introduction... 10-1 General Troubleshooting Suggestions... 10-1 Air Bubble in Diluent Line... 10-1 Communication Problems... 10-1 Computer Operation Slowed... 10-2 Computer Lockups... 10-2 Dilutor Nozzle Problems... 10-3 Hand-Held Bar Code Reader... 10-3 Homing Problems... 10-4 Keyboard Problems... 10-5 Monitor Problems... 10-5 Printer Problems... 10-6 Sensor Module Problems... 10-6 ABC Observed Problems... 10-7 Bar Code Observed Problems... 10-13

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Communication Observed Problems... 10-16 Diagnostics Observed Problems... 10-17 General Observed Problems... 10-17 IMx®-Specific Observed Problems... 10-19 Pipetting Observed Problems... 10-20 PPC-Specific Observed Problems... 10-21 Quantum®/Quantumatic®-Specific Observed Problems . 10-21 Registration Observed Problems... 10-21 TPC™ Observed Problems... 10-22 Error Codes and System Messages... 10-24 FPC Trace File... 10-24 Cautionary Message Queue... 10-25 During Pipetting... 10-26 ABC Errors... 10-26 Pipettor Errors... 10-28 Registration Errors... 10-33 Reader (Analyzer) Errors... 10-33 Host (LIS) Errors... 10-36 System Error Messages... 10-38 Error Log Messages... 10-42 Diagnostics... 10-67 Introduction... 10-67 Diagnostics Menu Bar Definitions... 10-68 Pipettor... 10-69 Leak Test... 10-70 X-Y Function of Arm... 10-72 Syringe Maintenance... 10-76 Reset... 10-77 Status... 10-78 ABC... 10-79 Internal Bar Code Reader... 10-80 Hand Bar Code Reader... 10-83 Cycle ABC... 10-84 Flag Tube... 10-86 Reset... 10-88 Status... 10-89 Sensor Module... 10-90 Hand Bar Code Reader... 10-91 RS-232 Port Diagnostics... 10-93 Loopback Test... 10-94 Echo Test... 10-95 Data Stream... 10-95 Error Log... 10-96 Printer Diagnostics... 10-98 Service Mode... 10-98

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