MTU Input Queue Barcode Scanner Removal and Replacement

Laser Warning—This product utilizes internal barcode scanners with visible red laser light. Long term viewing of the laser light could result in eye damage. Never stare into the barcode scanner laser light. This is a Class 2 laser product in accordance to EN 60825-1: 2007 and complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice N. 50, dated June 2007.

Parts and Materials Required

• Proper PPE

• Hex key, 1.5 mm
• Hex key, 2.5 mm
• Slot driver, 1/8"
• MTU INPUT Q/TCR CAROUSEL, SCANNER

Time Required

• 30 minutes (does not include re-teaching the Distributor)

Removal Procedure

1. Put on proper PPE.
2. Shutdown the Panther System and PC.
3. Remove the Luminometer Injector.
4. Carefully open the Service Drawer.
5. Perform a cleaning.
6. Remove the screws from the MTUMulti-tube unit—Container used to process tests in the instrument. An MTU contains five separate reaction tubes. The MTU is moved through the instrument by the linear distributor and includes five tiplets for pipettiing to be used in the mag wash station. barcode scanner bracket.

   

7. Remove the two screws that secure the scanner to the bracket.

   

8. Unscrew the scanner connection to the main PCB.

   

9. Remove the MTU barcode scanner

Replacement Procedure

1. Reverse the removal procedure.
2. Verify that all screws are in place.

Alignment/Calibration

1. Align the Distributor to the MTU Input Queue.
2. Align the Distributor to the MTU Scanner.

Verification

1. Perform a System Level Operational Qualification.