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Contents Research Instruments Ltd CONTENTS SECTION 1 - PREFACE 1 SECTION 2 - INTRODUCTION TO RI WITNESS 2 Indication for Use for RI Witness System 2 Contraindication: 2 Applicable Part Numbers 2 Related Documents 2 Compatibility 2 Installation 2 SECTION 3 - SAFETY WARNINGS 3 Glossary of Safety/Information Symbols 4 Safety and Reliability 5 RFID Reader Environment 5 Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration (Part 15 of FCC) — Electromagnetic Emissions 5 SECTION 4 - PRODU
Research Instruments Ltd Section 1 Preface SECTION 1 - PREFACE 1 Thank you for choosing RI Witness. This manual provides all the necessary information to use RI Witness Sperm Preparation Reader and should be read in conjunction with any manuals provided with other RI Witness hardware or software components that you are using. The system should be operated by trained personnel only. All sections of this manual should be read and understood fully before any operation of the system.
Section 2 Introduction Research Instruments Ltd SECTION 2 - INTRODUCTION TO RI WITNESS Indication for Use for RI Witness System To identify and track human samples, using RFID technology, through the assisted reproduction (AR) cycle, including cryopreservation.
Research Instruments Ltd Section 3 Safety Warnings SECTION 3 - SAFETY WARNINGS This symbol indicates cautionary text which should be followed to avoid injury to users or damage to samples. The system should be operated by qualified and trained personnel only. 3 DO NOT disassemble or modify any part of the RI Witness Sperm Preparation Reader, or substitute any component for any other. Doing so may result in damage to samples. This voids the warranty and/or service contract.
Section 3 Safety Warnings Research Instruments Ltd Glossary of Safety/Information Symbols Source: ISO 15223-1 BS EN 60601-1 Symbol 0120 3 UL 61010-1 CSA C22.2 No. 61010-1 E113973 coopersurgical.com CooperSurgical.
Research Instruments Ltd Section 3 Safety Warnings Safety and Reliability Please read this manual carefully and follow the instructions to ensure that the system will work safely and reliably. RFID Reader Environment An RI Witness system uses Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) readers to monitor a work area. Readers detect RFID tagged containers that are placed in the work area.
Section 4 Product Overview Research Instruments Ltd SECTION 4 - PRODUCT OVERVIEW Sperm Preparation Reader RI Witness is a system which operates within an assisted reproduction (AR) clinic setting and provides a method of identifying human samples throughout an AR cycle (from egg and sperm collection to embryo transfer).
Section 5 Research Instruments Ltd RI Witness™ Basic Operation SECTION 5 - RI WITNESS BASIC OPERATION Electrical Connections 1. In order to secure the USB and power cable into the device there are two silicone tubes provided that need to be placed around each cable before the cables are clamped in position. 2. Remove the thumb screw from the cable clamp at the rear of the device. 3. Plug both cables into their connectors with the cables running vertically down. 4.
Section 5 RI Witness™ Basic Operation Research Instruments Ltd Operation The Sperm Preparation Reader detects tagged containers that are brought into the work area. When a sample is to be transferred between containers, bring both containers into the work area. The Sperm Preparation Reader will detect the tags and the RI Witness system will record the step. Cleaning The Sperm Preparation Reader may be cleaned with a soft cloth and mild detergent.
Section 6 Research Instruments Ltd Troubleshooting SECTION 6 - TROUBLESHOOTING RFID System Problem Possible Cause Solution Metal near reader Remove any metallic objects from the area, check if the tags reappear in the Work Area Loose or no connection Check security of USB and power cable connections. Verify that the light on the power supply is illuminated RF noise or interference Other electrical devices in the lab can cause RF noise/interference.
Section 7 Warranty Information & Limits on Liability Research Instruments Ltd SECTION 7 - WARRANTY INFORMATION AND LIMITS ON LIABILITY Research Instruments Limited (RI) warrants that this item will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for one year from the date of installation. If RI determines that the product fails to conform to that warranty during the one-year period, RI will repair or replace the product, at RI’s discretion, free of charge.
Research Instruments Ltd Section 8 Returning Product to RI for Repair SECTION 8 - RETURNING PRODUCT TO RI FOR REPAIR Please refer to the ‘Troubleshooting’ section in this manual before returning product to RI.
Section 8 Returning Product to RI for Repair Research Instruments Ltd Customer Service Contact details Tel: +45 46 79 02 02 Fax: +45 46 79 03 02 E-mail: sales@coopersurgical.com fertility.coopersurgical.com US only customers contact details Tel: 800-243-2974 Fax: 800-262-0105 fertility.coopersurgical.com Serious Incident Event Any serious incident that has occurred in relation to this device should be reported to customer service.
