Manual
Quality Controls - 5
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Use the following procedure to perform an EQC:
NOTE: Pressing the Back key will stop the EQC test at any point and return to the main menu.
1. Power on the instrument using the power switch on the back panel (“I” designates on). The
instrument will power on and perform a self-testing routine lasting approximately 30 seconds. After
the self-testing is complete, the start screen will display. Press the Next key to advance to the
main menu (Figure 5-1). The instrument should be allowed to warm-up for at least 15 minutes prior
to use.
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Figure 5‑1 Main Menu
Aashingmessage will display while the instrument is warming up. During this time the icon keys
are inactive and you will be unable to start a test. Go to the next step when the warm-up message
no longer displays.
2. From the main menu, enter Operator ID and Password, if required. Use the keypad to enter
the Operator ID number at the prompt. Press the Tab key to advance to the Password prompt to
enter the password number.
3. Press the QC key. Wait for the image of the device to display (Figure 5-2).
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Figure 5‑2 Start EQC