EasyLyte's Manual

Flow Chart
CALIBRATE
A NOW?
Yes
ANALYZE
L
BLOOD?
Whole Blood, Serum, or Plasma Analysis
Yes
No
D LY
DAI
L CLEANER?/
Y RINSE?2
Yes
End of Day Cleaning/Rinsing
No
STANDBY
T
Y MODE?
Yes
Fluid Conservation, Maintenance
No
SECOND MENU?
Yes
No
1
ANALYZE
L
URINE?
Yes
Urine Analysis
No
SEE RESULTS?
L
Stored Results Displayed, Printed, Deleted
Yes
No
P
PACK USAGE?
Check % Pack Usage, Install New Pack,

Reset % Countdown
w
Yes
No
QUAL CONTROL?
Run Controls, See Last Control,

See/Print Statistics, Delete Results
Yes
OPER FUNCTS?
"On Demand" Calibration, Wash, Rinse 2

Vet Mode,1
No
Yes
No
DIAGNOSTICS?
Check: Calibration Values

Electrode Values
Fluid Flow
Sample Detector
Pump
u
Calibration
Electrode Housing
Temperature 2
Change Day/Time, AutoCal,

Sett Ranges
1 Not available for Na/K/Ca/pH analyzer
2 Na/K/Ca/pH only
Yes
No
DATE/RANGES?
A
Yes
No
Preface
1
Understanding the EasyLyte Analyzer

Intended Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Summary and Explanation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Operational Hazards and Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Analyzer Installation
Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Component Installation/Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Analyzer Disassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Power Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Printer Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Computer Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Operating the Analyzer

Calibrate Now? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Analyze Blood? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Daily Cleaner?/Daily Rinse? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Standby Mode? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Second Menu? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
*Analyze Urine?* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
*See Results?* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
*Pack Usage?* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
*Quality Control?* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
*Operator Functions?* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
*Diagnostics?* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
*Date/Ranges?* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Sample Handling and Collection

Whole Blood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Serum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Plasma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Syringe Sampling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Maintenance
Storage
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
Principles of Operation
ISE theory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
Electrode Measurement Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
Specifications
Na/K, Na/K/Cl, Na/K/Li . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
Na/K/Ca/pH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
Troubleshooting and Performance Verification

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Flow Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
Membrane Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
Electrodes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
Solutions Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78
Sample Detector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
Solutions Valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82
Electromechanical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82
Performance Verification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83
10 Automated Sampling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86

11 Display Messages
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104
Appendices
Appendix A: Consumables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115
Appendix B: Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
Appendix C: Understanding the Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117
1. Understanding the EasyLyte Analyzer
Intended Use
The EasyLyte is an automated, microprocessor-controlled analyzer
for measurement of sodium, potassium, chloride, calcium and pH in
serum, plasma, whole blood and urine (urine results on Na/K,
Na/K/Cl, and Na/K/Li only).
To obtain accurate results, the EasyLyte must be operated with

Medicas specially packaged calibrant and bovine-based control
materials, and be maintained as described in this manual.
Summary and Explanation

Designed for fast, efficient use, the EasyLyte provides clinically accurate analysis for patient diagnosis and treatment. State-of-the-art,
flow-through, ion selective electrodes measure the test sample. The
analysis takes 55-60 seconds and requires only 100 L of serum,
plasma, or whole blood, or 400 L of diluted urine (90 second urine
analysis cycle/available for Na/K and Na/K/Cl analyzers).
EasyLyte Na/K and Na/K/Cl analyzers offer a capillary sampling
feature for the measurement of capillary blood samples with volumes
as low as 60 L. The EasyLyte displays analysis results automatically.
You will be guided through the display menu by pressing the yes or
no button in response to questions and messages that appear on the
display. Calibration is automatic, but can be performed on demand.
A unique solutions pack contains standard solutions to calibrate the
analyzer. The disposable solutions pack also contains a waste receptacle for spent samples and solutions, eliminating the need to handle
biological waste materials.
U N D E R S T A N D I N G
T H E
E A S Y L Y T E
A N A L Y Z E R R
Many medications and disease states cause temporary imbalance of

the bodys electrolytes and frequent monitoring is required as a necessary part of patient treatment. Drugs for hypertension act as
diuretics, causing the body to excrete high levels of potassium in the
urine. Imbalances in the bodys potassium level affect the neurological and muscular activity of the body. Drugs that influence sodium
concentration include: all diuretics, chlorpropamide, vasopressin,
antihypertensive agents, and corticosteroids. Sodium imbalance is
often associated with dehydration and edema. Chloride, the most
abundant anion in serum, is commonly measured along with sodium
and potassium. Low serum chloride values are seen in metabolic acidotic states and in salt-losing renal diseases.
Ionized calcium is the only physiologically active form of calcium.
Increased or decreased levels of ionized calcium are directly related
to hyperparathyroidism and hypoparathyroidism respectively.
Calcium regulates muscle contraction, hormone secretion, and membrane permeability. Acidosis (low pH) causes an increase and alkalosis (high pH) a decrease in the amount of ionized calcium.
Lithium is not normally present in serum, and it does not metabolize.
However, it is administered in the form of the carbonate salt to control manic-depressive disorders. It is believed that lithium cations
affect the central nervous system neurotransmitters, as well as the
kidneys. Excessive levels may cause lithium toxicity.
T H E
E A S Y L Y T E
A N A L Y Z E R
Operational Hazards and Precautions

Read the Operators Manual before setting up or operating the
EasyLyte.
Observe all Warnings, Notes, and Key Information in this manual.
Failure to leave the EasyLyte connected to power with a SOLUTIONS
PACK in place could damage the electrodes.
There are no operator serviceable parts inside the EasyLyte. If
electromechanical problems are suspected, DO NOT attempt to open
the back cover. Contact your authorized Medica Technical Service
Representative.
The power cord of the EasyLyte must be connected to a matching
grounded outlet supplying 110 VAC, 50/60 Hz or 220 VAC, 50/60
Hz, as indicated on the label on the rear of the analyzer.
The EasyLyte contains sensitive electronics and must be properly
grounded. The EasyLyte should NOT be plugged into a circuit protected by a GFI (Ground Fault Interrupter).
The environment should be as free as possible from dust, mechanical
vibrations, and electrical interference. Avoid proximity to brush-type
motors (certain types of centrifuges), diathermy machines, flickering fluorescent lights, and arcing contacts of any kind. Do not install the
EasyLyte near heat producing equipment or near incandescent lighting.
T H E
E A S Y L Y T E
A N A L Y Z E R R
BIOHAZARD
When collecting and handling biological specimens, the Center
for Disease Control (CDC) recommends that all samples be considered biohazards which may be contaminated with HIV or other
pathogens. Any replaceable item which comes in contact with biological samples, including the sample probe, solution valve, probe
wipers, sample tube, sample detector, electrodes, electrode connectors, membrane assembly, electrode housing, pump tubing,
and solutions pack may contain potentially contaminated material.
Treat all components, during use and disposal, as you would any
biohazardous material. If cleaning is necessary, Medica recommends using a 10% solution of household bleach (NaOCl) as a
disinfectant (except for the membrane assembly). Protective clothing and gloves are recommended.
T H E
E A S Y L Y T E
A N A L Y Z E R
EasyLyte Na/K; Na/K/Cl; Na/K/Li

Display
Messages
Printer
Paper Advance
Button
Fill Plug
Sample Tube
Probe Arm
Electrode Housing
Sample Detector
Potassium Electrode
Sodium Electrode
Yes
No
Chloride Electrode or
Lithium Electrode
Reference Electrode
Membrane Assembly
RED SLEEVE
"VALVE"
Sample Probe
Solutions Valve
Probe Wiper
Pump Tube
BLUE Collar
RED Collar
Pump Shelf
Pump
Solutions Pack
A N A L Y A N A L Y Z E R
I N S T A L L A T I O N
EasyLyte Na/K/Ca/pH
2. Analyzer Installation
Unpacking
Upon arrival, carefully remove the EasyLyte and accessories from
shipping containers and place on solid work surface. Visually inspect
EasyLyte for any damage sustained during shipment. If any damage
is found, notify your EasyLyte dealer.
Component Installation/Replacement
To install or replace EasyLyte components, follow the procedures in
this chapter. New EasyLyte analyzers are shipped with the solutions
valve and sample probe installed. The electrode housing, if installed,
must be removed to replace or install any component other than the
solutions pack.
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Solutions Valve
Install the solutions valve into the EasyLyte by pushing firmly on the
rounded front of the valve with the palm of your hand until the valve
fully seats into place. The flat surface of the solutions valve must be
flush with the front of the mounting track in the case.
Solutions Valve Removal
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
No
Grasp the solutions valve with both hands as shown, and pull firmly
straight out.
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A N A L Y Z E R
Probe Wiper
Install the probe wiper by pushing it firmly onto the mounting post on
the bottom of the solutions valve.
Mounting
Post
Probe Wiper Removal

Remove and discard the probe wiper every two weeks, after 100
serum/plasma samples or after 50 whole blood samples, whichever
comes first. Replace only with a new probe wiper.
WARNING: The used probe wiper contains human blood products
which may be contaminated with HIV or other pathogens. Handle
and dispose of properly.
BIOHAZARD
DISPOSE OF PROPERLY
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Sample Probe
First rotate the sample probe until the side probe hole (near the rounded tip) faces forward. Then, gently insert the rounded tip of the sample
probe downward into the top of the solutions valve. Align the probe
collar ring with the white notch on the probe arm. Snap the sample
probe into place, using your thumbs. Apply pressure only on the probe
collar. Be careful not to bend sample probe during installation.
Probe Arm
Collar
Probe Hole
Probe Removal
Using both hands, pull forward to unsnap the sample probe, as
shown. Then, gently slide the sample probe up and out of the solutions valve.
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A N A L Y Z E R
Membrane Assembly
Remove the membrane assembly from the vial in the plastic bag,
holding it by the large end. Do not touch the gray material. Note the
small, clear, round window in the gray material. This window must
face forward and be visible to the operator after it is installed in the
electrode housing.
WINDOW
ELECTRODE
HOUSING
GRAY MATERIAL
Push the membrane assembly into the electrode housing using a firm
and straight motion until it stops. (Be sure you can see the small,
round window in the gray material when you look into the electrode
housing from the front.)
Membrane Assembly Removal

When replacement of the membrane assembly is required, the internal filling solution should also be replaced. Place electrode housing
on its side on a work surface and pull out the membrane assembly,
as shown. Hold the electrode housing over a sink and allow internal
filling solution to drain out. Install new membrane assembly. Refill the
electrode housing with fresh internal filling solution and wipe dry
any solution remaining on the exterior of the housing before attempting calibration.
REMOVE FILL PLUG

DRAIN INTO SINK
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Reference Electrode (Na/K; Na/K/Cl; Na/K/Li)

Remove the reference electrode from its package. Remove and discard the red vinyl cap and packaging.
Screw the new reference electrode into the electrode housing using
the metal tool. The flat surface of the reference electrode should be
flush with the electrode housing. Do not tighten excessively.
REF
DO NOT TIGHTEN EXCESSIVELY
REFERENCE
ELECTRODE
METAL
TOOL
Reference electrode removal

When replacement of the reference electrode is required, the internal
filling solution should be emptied. It can be emptied by removing the
membrane assembly or the reference electrode. To remove the reference electrode, unscrew it with the metal tool provided. Install the new
reference electrode as described above. Refill the electrode housing
with fresh internal filling solution and wipe dry any solution remaining on the exterior of the housing before attempting calibration.
R EF
REFERENCE
ELECTRODE
METAL
TOOL
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A N A L Y Z E R
Reference Electrode (Na/K/Ca/pH)

Remove the calcium reference electrode from its package. Remove
and discard the red vinyl caps from the top and bottom of the flow
path. Wipe the outside of the reference electrode dry. Slide the new
reference electrode into the back of the electrode housing. Make sure
all surfaces are clean and dry.
Reference electrode removal

Slide the electrode stack up at least one inch by pushing up on the pH
electrode pin. Firmly pull on the reference electrode at the finger
recesses and slide the reference electrode out from the back of the
thermostatted electrode housing.
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Building the Electrode Stack

Remove electrodes and electrode connectors from the packaging.
Remove and discard the red vinyl caps from the potassium and calcium electrodes.
Refer to the electrode packaging for use-life information.

Assemble the electrode connectors, electrodes, and sample detector.
Make sure each component is clean and dry, and the electrode symbols are right-side up. Connect the sample tube to the metal connector on the sample detector at the top of the electrode stack.
Electrode connectors must be in place to ensure proper operation.

Upon replacement of electrodes, use new connectors. The connectors
must be clean and dry.
Na/K; Na/K/Cl; Na/K/Li
Na/K/Ca/pH
Short Sample Tube
Sample Tube
Sample Detector
Sample Detector
B
Electrode
Connectors
Potassium Electrode
(Red Dot)
Ca
Na
Sodium Electrode
(Blue Dot)
Calcium Electrode
(Orange Dot)
Electrode
Connectors
Na
Chloride Electrode
(Green Dot) or
Lithium Electrode
(Yellow Dot)
Potassium Electrode
(Red Dot)
pH
Sodium Electrode
(Blue Dot)
pH Electrode
(Purple Dot)
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A N A L Y Z E R
Loading the Stack

Slide the electrode stack into the electrode housing. Push down firmly
until the sample detector snaps into position. The colored dots on
each electrode must line up with the corresponding dots on the electrode housing.
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Carefully install the electrode housing into the EasyLyte by pushing

the guides into the guide receptacles using a firm and straight
motion. The sample detector and the silver electrode pins must all
plug into the receptacle jacks in the EasyLyte.
Do not force the electrode housing into place. If the electrodes are
properly installed, the electrode housing should slide easily into position. When correctly installed, the electrode housing window will be
flush with the front of the analyzer.
Push up on the bottom (Cl- or Li+) electrode pin to remove the entire
electrode stack.
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A N A L Y Z E R
Install the Tubing

Connect the sample tube to the top of the sample probe. For
Na/K/Ca/pH analyzer, connect the short sample tube and the sample tube as shown in illustration.
Note that the pump tube has a red and a blue collar. Connect the
red collar end of the tube to the solutions valve. Place the red collar
above the left slot of the pump shelf. Stretch the pump tube around
the pump and place the blue collar above the right slot of the pump
shelf. Connect the free end of the pump tube to the bottom of the
electrode housing.
Na/K/Ca/pH
SAMPLE TUBE
Connect the
SAMPLE TUBE
to the top of the
SAMPLE PROBE
MEMBRANE
ASSEMBLY
RED SLEEVE
"VALVE"
RED COLLAR
BLUE COLLAR
PUMP SHELF
PUMP
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Internal Filling Solution

Remove the cap on the internal filling solution bottle. Remove or
puncture the red seal. Place the spout cap on the bottle. Remove the
fill plug from the electrode housing. Fill the electrode housing
through the fill plug hole until the internal filling solution reaches the
fill line on the window. Replace fill plug.
Caution: Do not spill internal filling solution behind the electrode
housing as this could affect instrument performance.
Failure to replace the fill plug will result in excessive evaporation of
the internal filling solution.
The internal filling solution must be changed at least every 6 months

because the concentration of potassium chloride in the solution will
decrease gradually over time. If this solution is not replaced every 6
months, the accuracy of reported control and patient results may be
impaired.
Look for air bubbles on the gray material of the membrane assembly. Gently tap the electrode housing until all air bubbles move away
from the membrane assembly. Wipe dry all internal filling solution
remaining on the exterior of the electrode housing.
Fill Plug
AIR BUBBLES
MUST BE REMOVED
CORRECT
NO AIR BUBBLES
Solution Removal
To drain internal filling solution from the electrode housing, refer to
membrane assembly removal in this chapter.
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A N A L Y Z E R
Solutions Pack Installation

Remove the orange label. Record the date on the date installed
label, peel off and affix to front of solutions pack.
Remove RED CAPS and LABEL,

then install PACK in analyzer.
Press YES.
SECOND MENU,
PACK USAGE and
NEW PACK INSTALLED.
Do not squeeze the solutions pack. Hold the solutions pack in your
left hand. Use the convenient finger grip, as shown.
400 mL PACK?
Remove the 4 red caps.
RESET TO 0%?
Yes
Place solutions pack into the front of the analyzer, and slide the solutions pack firmly to the right, plugging it into the solutions valve.
Push the solutions pack until it stops. Refer to the Pack Usage?
Section in this chapter for further instructions on installing a new
solutions pack.
No
800 mL PACK?
RESET TO 0%?
Yes
Peel and affix to PACK
P
11/26/
Do not use outdated solutions packs. Refer to the solutions pack label
for use life information.
The electrodes should be exposed to EasyLyte reagents at all times.

Failure to have a solutions pack in place could damage the electrodes.
DATE
A INST
TALLED
BIOHAZARD!
DISPOSE OF PROPERLY
Yes
22
No
Na/K/Ca/pH
Analyzer Disassembly
To remove or replace any EasyLyte components, disassemble the
EasyLyte in the following order:
1
Remove the solutions pack.
Remove the electrode housing by disconnecting the sample

tube from the top of the sample probe and disconnecting the
pump tube from the electrode housing.
Remove the sample probe.
Remove the probe wiper.
Remove the solutions valve after disconnecting the pump tube

from the valve pipe.
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A N A L Y Z E R
Power Up
Confirm that the EasyLyte voltage setting on the rear cover matches
the outlet voltage. If it does not, contact your EasyLyte distributor.
When all of the components have been assembled, plug the EasyLyte
into a grounded outlet. You will hear a beep. **Na/K** or
**Na/K/Cl** or **Na/K/Li** or **Na/K/Ca/pH** will
appear on the display. The EasyLyte calcium analyzer has a heated
electrode housing to maintain the electrodes at 37C. For accurate
results, wait at least 30 minutes after any power up before starting a
calibration cycle. There is no on/off switch. When the EasyLyte is
plugged in, the power is on. The Na/K/Ca/pH analyzer will display
WARMING UP PLEASE WAIT....
Press the yes button. The probe will move slightly. When the EasyLyte
displays CALIBRATE NOW?, installation is complete.
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After initial setup, do not unplug the EasyLyte unless it must be

moved to another location in the office or laboratory. Failure to
leave the EasyLyte plugged in, with a solutions pack in place, could
cause damage to the electrodes.
The EasyLyte has an internal clock which is preset at the factory. If
the date or time is incorrect upon installation, refer to CHANGE
DAY/TIME? instructions under *DATE/RANGES?*.
Printer Setup
The built-in printer will provide a permanent record of calibration
and analysis results. Other data can also be requested for printing.
If required, the printer can be turned off. (To prevent damage to the
printer head mechanism, the printer must be turned off if the
EasyLyte runs out of printer paper.) Refer to *OPERATOR
FUNCTS?*.
To install the roll of paper into the printer, cut off the beginning section of paper that has tape or adhesive. Cut the new edge to a point
in the center of the paper, forming a V. Gently push this leading
edge of the paper into the slot behind the printer until the paper tip
reaches the plastic tear bar. Pull the paper by hand until the full
width appears at the tear bar. Tear off any excess paper. The paper
roll rests in the curved depression behind the printer. After installing
the paper, replace the small cover on top of the housing to protect
the printer paper roll.
Use of the EasyLyte printer requires some precautions:
1
Use only the printer paper provided by your EasyLyte

distributor.
Do not permit the printer to operate without printer paper

installed. In this situation, enter the USER OPTIONS? section
of the software menu and answer yes to PRINTER OFF?. The
absence of paper during printer operation will cause premature
printer failure.
Paper Advance
Button
Paper Roll
Printer Cover
Serial
Port
Autosampler
Port
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A N A L Y Z E R
Do not apply any lubricants, grease, or other materials to the

printer assembly under any circumstances.
Failure to comply with the above requirements will void the printer
warranty.
Printer Tear Bar Removal

If a paper jam occurs, it will be necessary to remove the printer tear
bar. Follow the instructions outlined below.
If the printer assembly fails to function correctly, refer to the printer
instructions under Troubleshooting, Tear Bar Removal
Insert the rounded edge of the Reference Electrode Tool into the slot
on the right side of the tear bar. Press downward on the opposite
end of the tool to pop out the Tear Bar.
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Tear Bar Installation

Hold the tear bar with the flat side facing up and the sharp edge
facing the back of the analyzer. Align the left side of the tear bar
with the left side of the printer opening, then press the right side
down until it snaps into place.
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A N A L Y Z E R
Computer Connection
The EasyLyte systems can be interfaced with an external computer by
means of an RS-232 serial interface. Potential users will require the
following information:
EasyLyte RS-232 Protocol
Transmission Rate
1200 baud
Bit Configuration
8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity
This interface requires a serial cable from Medica. A telephone-style

connector at one end of this cable plugs into the receptacle labeled
on the back of the EasyLyte. The other end of the cable is a female
D-Sub 9 pin connector with the following pinouts:
Pin #2
TxD
Pin #3
RxD
Pin #7
CTS
Pin #8
RTS
Pin #5
Signal Ground
Data control characters such as ETX, STX, etc. are not present. All
lines end with CRLF (0DH, 0AH).
For IBM-PC compatible computers running:
Windows 95, select Hypertrm from Accessories/Hyperterminal
Windows 98 and Windows 2000, select Hypertrm from
Accessories/Communications/Hyperterminal
Connecting the EasySampler

The EasyLytes autosampler port operates the Easysampler automated
sampling device. For operation of this system, refer to the Automated
Sampling chapter in this manual.
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3. Operating the Analyzer

Calibrate Now?
CALIBRATE
A NOW?
ANALYZE
L
BLOOD?
/CALIBRATION
A
/
Yes
No
DAI Y CLEANER?/
D
D Y RINSE?
No
STANDBY
T
Y MODE?
STANDBY
T
Y IN 1 MIN?
No
STANDBY
T
Yes
No
SECOND MENU?
No
No
To verify proper installation, press yes to CALIBRATE NOW?.

Upon successful calibration, the EasyLyte will display ANALYZE
BLOOD?.
If ANALYZE BLOOD? is not displayed at the end of the calibration cycle, observe the messages displayed and printed. Review the
EasyLyte installation procedure and, if necessary, refer to
Troubleshooting. After the corrective action, repeat CALIBRATE
NOW?.
CALIBRATE NOW? can also be accessed by entering the *OPER
FUNCTS?* section located in the SECOND MENU?
The EasyLyte is factory set to perform automatic calibrations every

four hours, with the first calibration taking place at 7:00 A.M. These
settings can be changed by following the instructions outlined under
*DATE/RANGES?*.
If the EasyLyte is not used during a calibration period, the analyzer
will automatically go into ***STANDBY***.
To return to ANALYZE BLOOD? from ***STANDBY***, calibration must be performed.
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O P E R A T I N G
T H E
A N A L Y Z E R
Analyze Blood?
ANALYZE
L
BLOOD?
PROBE IN BLOOD?
Yes
Yes
No
DAILY
L CLEANER/
DAILY
L RINSE?
No
ASPIRATING...
A
ANALYZING...
L
Results Displayed
Yes
No
Probe
To obtain patient samples, follow the procedures and precautions

described under Sample Handling and Collection. Quality control
material should be run prior to patient sample analysis.
When ANALYZE BLOOD? appears on the display, press yes. The
sample probe lowers and PROBE IN BLOOD? appears on the
display. Place the sample container up to the sample probe.
Make sure the probe hole on the sample probe is below the surface
of the sample throughout the sampling operation.
Probe
Hole
Press yes. Sample is aspirated into the EasyLyte. Hold the sample
container in place until the EasyLyte automatically raises the sample
probe. If air is aspirated, AIR IN SAMPLE will appear on the display. Repeat sample analysis, insuring that the probe hole is below
the surface of the sample while the analyzer is aspirating. Once the
sample is automatically positioned inside the electrodes, analysis
begins and the display will read ANALYZING.... When analysis is
completed, results appear on the display and are automatically
printed. The EasyLyte is immediately ready for another analysis of
blood.
Two additional options are available in the ANALYZE BLOOD?
mode. The first provides for direct aspiration of the sample from a
syringe, and the second allows for aspiration from a capillary. Each
option can be activated independently by accessing the USER
OPTIONS? menu under *OPER FUNCTS?*.
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O P E R A T I N G
T H E
A N A L Y Z E R
The SYRINGE SAMPLE? option is for operators who routinely collect whole blood specimens in 1cc tuberculin syringes. In this case,
partial descent of the probe facilitates the positioning of a syringe
directly under the probe. The probe wiper must be removed within
this mode, and activation of the PROBE WIPING? option is
strongly recommended.
The CAPILLARY SAMPLE? option is recommended where small
sample size is of importance. This mode requires the optional
Capillary Adapter Kit available through your EasyLyte dealer, and is
used with the probe wiper. This mode accommodates samples as
small as 60 L.
Results falling outside the preset ranges will be flagged as described
under *DATE/RANGES?*.
Results outside of the measurement ranges of Na 20200 mmol/L,
K 0.240 mmol/L, Cl 25-200 mmol/L, Ca 0.16.0 mmol/L,
pH 6.08.0, will be flagged with !!. For Lithium, results outside the
measurement range of 0.2-5.0 mmol/L will be flagged with *****.
Due to the sensitivity of the Lithium electrode to abnormal concentrations of sodium ions in some patient samples, if the Sodium electrode
Cal value is unacceptable, or if a measured sodium value is less than
100 mmol/L or greater than 200 mmol/L, the Lithium value will not
be reported. The EasyLyte will display ***** in place of the Lithium
value.
If the measured pH is less than 7.2 or greater than 7.6 units, the
normalized calcium result is not displayed.
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O P E R A T I N G
T H E
A N A L Y Z E R
Daily Cleaner?/Daily Rinse?
D
D
PROBE IN CLEANER?/
PROBE IN RINSE?
Yes
Y CLEANER?/
Y RINSE?
Yes
No
STANDB
T
Y MODE?
No
CLEANING...
STANDBY
T
End of Day Procedure:

Probe
Probe
Hole
Daily Cleaner
The Fluid Path must be cleaned at the end of every working day to
remove protein deposits. DAILY CLEANER? or DAILY RINSE? is
the only daily maintenance required, and is essential to optimize
trouble-free analyzer operation. To prepare the Daily Cleaning/Rinse
Solution for the Na/K/Li or Na/K/Ca/pH, add the Diluent to the
top of the bottle containing the proteolytic enzyme. When not in use,
store the solution at 28C. The Daily Cleaning Solution for Na/K
and Na/K/Cl requires no preparation.
1
Press yes to DAILY CLEANER?/DAILY RINSE?. The sample

probe descends and PROBE IN CLEANR?/PROBE IN
RINSE? appears on the display.
Open the bottle of solution and position it so that the sample

probe is well immersed in the solution.
Press yes. The solution is aspirated into the system. The EasyLyte
automatically raises the sample probe when aspiration is complete.
CLEANING.../RINSING... will appear on the display.

When the EasyLyte concludes the cycle, it will automatically go
into ***STANDBY***.
MUST USE CLEANR!/MUST USE RINSE! will appear on the

display if a cycle was not performed after sample analysis on the
previous day.
A cleaning/rinse cycle is required at the end of each day. If a cycle
is not performed, automatic calibration will not take place on the following day. In order to proceed with sample analysis, the operator
must first perform DAILY CLEANER?/DAILY RINSE?, and
CALIBRATE NOW?.
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O P E R A T I N G
T H E
A N A L Y Z E R
Standby Mode?
STANDBY
T
Y MODE?
STANDBY
T
Y IN 1 MIN?
Yes
No
SECOND MENU?
No
STANDBY
T
No
CALIBRATE
A NOW?
ANALYZE
L
BLOOD?
Yes
No
D Y CLEANER?/
DAI
Yes
No
STANDBY
T
Y MODE?
Yes
No
SECOND MENU?
Yes
No
Fluid Conservation and Maintenance

Standby
Placing the EasyLyte in ***STANDBY*** conserves reagents by discontinuing automatic calibrations. The analyzer does, however, draw a
small amount of Standard A solution to prevent the electrodes from drying out. To place the EasyLyte in ***STANDBY***, press yes to
STANDBY MODE?. STANDBY IN 1 MIN will flash on the display.
If you press yes by mistake, you have one minute to answer no and
return to SECOND MENU?.
Automatic Standby
If the EasyLyte is not utilized for analysis during the programmed
calibration period, it will automatically go into ***STANDBY*** to
conserve reagents.
Auto Return
If the EasyLyte is not calibrated, the display will return to
***STANDBY*** if left in any other screen for 10 minutes.
If the EasyLyte is calibrated, the display will return to ANALYZE
BLOOD? after 10 minutes.
Maintenance
When you wish to perform any maintenance, put the EasyLyte into
***STANDBY***.
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O P E R A T I N G
T H E
A N A L Y Z E R
Second Menu?
APPEARS
WHEN CALIBRATED
A
*ANALYZE
L
URINE?*1
SECOND MENU?
Yes
No
APPEARS WHEN
CALIBRATE
A D
ANALYZE
L
BLOOD?
SEE RESULTS?
L
Yes
Stored Results Displayed, Printed, Deleted
No
P
PACK USAGE?
Check % Pack Usage, Install New Pack,

Reset % Countdown
w
Yes
No
QUAL CONTROL?
Run Controls, See Last Control,

See/Print Statistics, Delete Results
Yes
No
OPER FUNCTS?
"On Demand" Calibration, Wash, Rinse,2 Solutions

Purge, User Options, Capillary Sample, Probe Wiping,
1
Yes
No
Select Language, AutoSampler,1 Printer Off

DIAGNOSTICS?
Check: Calibration V
Values
Electrode V
Values
Fluid Flow
Sample Detector
Pump Calibration
Electrode Housing
Temperature 2
Yes
No
DA
A
Change Day/Time, AutoCal,

Set Ranges
Yes
No
All secondary menu display headings are bracketed with *asterisks*.

1
2
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Not available for Na/K/Ca/pH analyzer

Na/K/Ca/pH only
O P E R A T I N G
Analyze Urine?
T H E
A N A L Y Z E R
(Na/K; Na/K/Cl; Na/K/Li)
*ANALYZE
L
URINE?*
DILUTED 1:10?
Yes
Yes
No
*SEE RESULTS*
L
No
PROBE IN URINE?
Yes
No
ASPIRATING...
A
ASPIRATING...
A
Na
Cl
Yes
No
To obtain urine samples, follow the procedures and precautions

described under Sample Handling and Collection.
Dilute one part urine specimen to 9 parts Urine Diluent. Use only
Medica Urine Diluent.
Select *ANALYZE URINE?*.
Press yes. The sample probe lowers, and DILUTED 1:10? is

displayed. The urine sample must be diluted. Do not analyze
undiluted urine!
Press yes. PROBE IN URINE? is displayed.
Position the sample container so that the probe hole is well

below the surface of the sample. Remember that the EasyLyte
aspirates a larger volume of sample in the urine mode (400 L)
than in the blood mode (100 L). Press yes. Diluted urine is aspirated into the system. Hold the sample container in place until
the EasyLyte automatically raises the sample probe.
Probe
Probe
Hole
6 During analysis the display will read ANALYZING... .

These results have been corrected for the sample predilution.
Diluted 1:10
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O P E R A T I N G
T H E
A N A L Y Z E R
High, Out of Range, Sodium, and/or Potassium

and/or Chloride
Values outside of the user-set normal range will be displayed as Na

or K or Cl, low or high, as required. Refer to Na/K/Cl RANGES?
under *DATE/RANGES?* for the factory preset normal ranges.
If any value in the urine mode for sodium, potassium or chloride falls
outside the measurement limits, all will be flagged with !!. In this
case, it will be necessary to increase the urine sample dilution.
To analyze such a sample:
1 Dilute 1 part of sample with 19 parts of Urine Diluent.
2 Proceed as before, answering yes to DILUTED 1:10?.
Multiply displayed results by two.

The message MV RANGE Na or (K, Cl) means that the normally
diluted (1:10) urine sample has an electrode voltage that is too low
for the EasyLyte system to calculate accurately. If this message
occurs, the operator must decrease the dilution ratio for the original
urine sample:
1 Dilute 1 part of sample with 4 parts of Urine Diluent.
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2 Proceed as before, answering yes to DILUTED 1:10?

Divide displayed results by two.
Lithium results are not available in *ANALYZE URINE?*
O P E R A T I N G
T H E
A N A L Y Z E R
See Results?
SEE RESULTS?
L
LAST RESULT?
L
Yes
No
Yes
No
PACK
P
USAGE?
DAILY
Y SUMMARY?
No
Results
Displayed
WEEKLY
L SUMMARY?
Yes
PRINT RESULT?
Yes
No
No
ALL RESULTS?
L
No
No
PRINTING...
DELETE RESULTS?
NEXT SAMPLE?
Yes
No
No
ANALYZE
L
BLOOD?
Last Result?
Last result is displayed and printed.
Daily Summary?
Last days results are printed.
Weekly Summary?
Last 5 days results are printed.
All Results?
The EasyLyte has a data storage and retrieval capability of 125
patient results. All results from the oldest day will be deleted when
the storage capacity has been reached. Therefore, it is important to
request a printout of data as the storage capacity is approached if
you desire to retain a copy of all the stored results.
Delete Results?
If you wish to empty the stored results, you may do so by pressing
yes to DELETE RESULTS?.
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O P E R A T I N G
T H E
A N A L Y Z E R
Pack Usage?
P
PACK USAGE?
% OF P
PACK USED?
Yes
No
QUAL CONTROL?
NEW P
PACK INSTLD?
Yes
No
400 mL PACK?
P
Yes
No
800 mL PACK?
P
Yes
No
RESET TO 0%?
Yes
No
SET USAGE TO-%
Yes
CORRECT?
Yes
No
STANDBY
T
Pack Usage %
The EasyLyte monitors fluid consumption automatically. The percentage of the solutions pack that has been consumed is printed each
morning at the first calibration.
Upon answering yes to *PACK USAGE?*, the percentage of the
solutions pack that has been consumed is displayed and printed. The
EasyLyte will indicate SOLN PACK LOW! when 88% of the solutions pack has been consumed. When 99% of the solutions pack has
been consumed, the EasyLyte will instruct the operator to CHANGE
PACK! (the message will display but not print). The EasyLyte will not
allow further analysis until a new solutions pack has been installed.
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O P E R A T I N G
Installing New Pack

1
Removal and disposal of empty pack: To install a new solutions

pack, first remove the empty pack from the EasyLyte (do not
squeeze the pack). Place the red caps over the 4 pack connectors and discard.
WARNING: The used solutions pack contains human blood

products which may be contaminated with HIV or other
pathogens. Handle and dispose of properly.
2
Installing New Pack: Remove the new solutions pack from the
shipping container. Remove the orange label from the front of
the solutions pack. Record the date on the tear off tab and affix
to the front of the solutions pack. This records the solutions pack
installation date. Remove the 4 red caps.
Install the new solutions pack until it fits firmly into the solutions
valve.
The EasyLyte has an internal counter which keeps track of the solutions pack usage. The % counter must be set to zero (0) each time a
new pack is installed. This is done by answering yes to NEW PACK
INSTLD? Select either a 400 mL or 800 mL solutions pack, depending on the solutions pack being used. The display will ask 400 ML
PACK?. If installing a 400 mL pack answer yes. If you press no, the
display asks 800 mL PACK?. Answer yes to RESET TO 0% for the
solutions pack you are actually installing. The analyzer will then
automatically enter ***STANDBY***. When the EasyLyte is recalibrated it will automatically purge the fluid lines of the new solutions
pack to insure a successful calibration.
T H E
A N A L Y Z E R
Remove RED CAPS and LABEL,

then install PACK in analyzer.
Press YES.
SECOND MENU,
PACK USAGE and
NEW PACK INSTALLED.
400 mL PACK?
RESET TO 0%?
Yes
No
800 mL PACK?
RESET TO 0%?
Yes
Peel and affix to PACK
P
11/26/
DATE
A INST
TALLED
BIOHAZARD!
DISPOSE OF PROPERLY
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O P E R A T I N G
T H E
WASTE
400 mL
PACK
A
WASH
B
WASTE
800 mL
PACK
Note that the location of the Standard A port on the 400 mL solutions pack differs from the Standard A port location on the 800 mL
pack. If the solutions pack setting in *PACK USAGE?* (400 mL or
800 mL) does not match the actual solutions pack installed, the
EasyLyte will not calibrate correctly. In this situation, the EasyLyte
electrode CAL VALUES will be negative. Return to *PACK
USAGE?* and correct the setting.
The operator can adjust the SOLUTIONS PACK % usage if
installing a previously used solutions pack. Answer no to RESET
TO 0% and the display will show SET USAGE TO 00%. The
operator changes the flashing number by pressing no. To advance to
the next column, press yes. When the number installed is correct,
answer yes to CORRECT?. The EasyLyte will then enter
***STANDBY***.
WASH
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A N A L Y Z E R
Do not use outdated solutions packs. Refer to the solutions pack label
for use life information. Do not use reagents other than the EasyLyte
solutions pack.
The electrodes must be exposed to EasyLyte reagents at all times.
Failure to have a solutions pack in place could damage the electrodes. Any time the Solutions pack is removed from the EasyLyte, a
SOLN PURGE? is required to re-prime the system. Proceed to
*OPER FUNCTS?* and press yes to SOLN PURGE?.
O P E R A T I N G
T H E
A N A L Y Z E R
*Quality Control?*
QUAL
L CONTROL?
RUN CONTROL?
Yes
If Calibrated
No
Yes
No
STAT
T ISTICS?
No
HIGH CONTROL?
No
OPER FUNCTS?
LAST CONTROL?
NORMAL CONTROL?
No
No
DELETE CONTROLS?
LOW CONTROL?
Quality Control:
Use Medicas Quality Controls on a daily basis to verify the accuracy
and precision of your analyzer. If the EasyLyte is calibrated and your
quality control results are within specified range, you can be confident in the results obtained.
Recommended Material:
Low, Normal, High Assayed Control
Medicas EasyLyte controls are prediluted and ready to use.
Recommendation:
Run all control levels daily. Data may be stored in memory for future
statistical analysis.
Use Instructions:
Follow the instructions as detailed on the package insert sheet provided with the Quality Control material.
Storage and Stability:

Refer to the package insert sheet provided with the Quality Control
material.
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O P E R A T I N G
T H E
A N A L Y Z E R
Expected Results:
For the expected results, please see the package insert provided with
your Quality Control Kit.
Do not use control materials containing ethylene glycol and other stabilizers, as they may give incorrect results and/or damage the
EasyLyte.
Run Control?
Answer yes to RUN CONTROL? and select normal, low or high
control level. Run the control and review the data. To accept the data,
answer yes to STORE RESULTS? when it appears. Answer no and
the result will not be stored in memory.
Last Control?
Answer yes, and the last control result will be displayed and printed.
Statistics?
Answer yes to STATISTICS? to display and/or print the mean, standard deviation, and coefficient of variation for the stored control
results. The EasyLyte will store and calculate statistics on up to 20 normal, 20 low and 20 high results. The EasyLyte will compute the mean,
standard deviation, and the coefficient of variation on a minimum of 5
stored results.
Definitions:
Mean: The mean is the average of a set of data, the value derived by
dividing the sum of the observations by the number of observations in
the set.
S.D.: The standard deviation is a statistic used to measure dispersion
within a distribution of data.
C.V.: The coefficient of variation is a measure of the % variation from
the mean within a given set of data; it is equal to the S.D. divided by
the mean, then multiplied by 100.
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Delete Controls?
This function deletes all stored data from memory. If memory is filled,
the oldest stored value will be deleted with each new value that is
stored.
Medica provides two Quality Control Kits, a tri-level and a two level,
normal and abnormal (High). EasyLyte customers that have three level
control capability in the *QUAL CONTROL?* menu can use either
Kit. EasyLyte customers that have two level control capability,
NORMAL? and ABNORMAL?, should continue to use the two
level kit only. EasyLyte customers using the Easysampler are limited to
use of two control levels.
O P E R A T I N G
T H E
A N A L Y Z E R
*Operator Functions?*
OPER FUNCTS?
CALIBRATE
A NOW?
Yes
No
DIAGNOSTICS?
No
WASH?1
Yes
No
SOL'N PURGE?
Yes
No
USER OPTIONS?
Yes
No
CAPILLARY
Y SAMPLE?
Yes
No
PROBE WIPING?
Yes
No
PATIENT ID#?
Yes
No
SYRINGE SAMPLE?
Yes
No
SET CORRELATION?
A
Yes
No
VET MODE?1,2
Yes
No
SELECT LANGUAGE?
Yes
No
AUTOSAMPLER?1
Yes
No
PRINTER OFF?
Yes
1
2
No
Not available for Na/K/Ca/pH analyzer

Not available for Na/K/Li analyzer
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O P E R A T I N G
T H E
A N A L Y Z E R
*OPERATOR FUNCTIONS?*
Allows the operator to initiate key analyzer functions on demand
as required.
CALIBRATE NOW?
Allows operator to perform a calibration of the analyzer.
WASH? (not available for Na/K/Ca/pH analyzer)

The Wash Solution contains ammonium bifluoride which is aspirated
from the solutions pack and utilized to condition the sodium electrode. Once the analyzer has completed a WASH? cycle, it automatically goes into ***STANDBY***. A calibration is required to
return to ANALYZE BLOOD? from ***STANDBY***. The sodium
electrode in the Na/K/Ca/pH analyzer is conditioned using the
Daily Rinse Solution.
SOLUTION PURGE?
Purges any air that might be in the fluid lines to insure reagents are
primed and ready for sample analysis. This procedure is required first
whenever the solutions pack is removed and reinstalled. After purging,
calibration is required to return to ANALYZE BLOOD?.
USER OPTIONS?
The operator may choose CAPILLARY SAMPLE?, PROBE
WIPING?, PATIENT ID#?, SYRINGE SAMPLE?,
SET CORRELATION?, VET MODE?, SELECT LANGUAGE?,
AUTOSAMPLER?, OR PRINTER OFF?.
CAPILLARY SAMPLE?
Answering yes to CAPILLARY SAMPLE? allows the operator to
analyze samples using Medicas Capillary Adapter Kit. Once this
mode has been activated, the message CAPILLARY SAMPLE? will
appear after answering yes to ANALYZE BLOOD?. Press yes and
the sample probe will descend. INSTALL ADAPTER/ADAPTER
INSTALD? is displayed. Gently push the capillary adapter onto the
EasyLyte sample probe. Then press yes.
INSERT CAPILLARY/CAPILL INSERTED? is displayed. Draw the
sample into a 60 L minimum capillary tube and insert the capillary
tube into the capillary adapter. When the capillary tube is in place,
press yes and the sample is aspirated. The EasyLyte will beep and
display REMOVE CAPILLARY, then REMOVE ADAPTER. After
5 seconds, the sample probe will retract and sample analysis will
begin.
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O P E R A T I N G
T H E
A N A L Y Z E R
Probe Wiping?
Answering yes to PROBE WIPING? will institute a 5 second delay
in the retraction of the sample probe after sample aspiration. This
delay allows the operator to manually wipe the sample probe prior
to analysis, using a paper towel, gauze pad, tissue or other
absorbent material. The following display screens appear if PROBE
WIPING? has been activated:
ANALYZE BLOOD? / PROBE IN BLOOD? / ASPIRATING /
REMOVE SAMPLE / WIPE PROBE / ANALYZING ...
A beep sound will alert the operator to remove the sample and
wipe the sample probe before the sample probe retracts. The use of
the probe delay is not necessary if a probe wiper is utilized.
Using this option or a probe wiper is critical. It is extremely important that the sample probe not carry blood, serum, or any fluids from
its exterior surface into the solutions valve. These fluids can dry
inside the solutions valve and cause binding friction when the sample
probe moves through the solutions valve for subsequent sample
analyses. This situation can create Air or Fluid Path errors.
Patient ID#?
Answering yes to PATIENT ID#? allows the operator to assign a
four digit patient Identification Number to the sample. This ID # will
be printed with the patient result. If PATIENT ID#? is selected, the
patient ID# can be entered after a yes response to ANALYZE
BLOOD? A cursor appears under the first digit.
0000
Pressing the no button changes the number. Once the number is correct, press the yes button and the cursor moves to the second digit.
Repeat this process for the remaining digits. When CONTINUE?
appears on the display, press yes to allow analysis to proceed or no
to re-enter the ID numbers.
Answer no to PATIENT ID#? and the sample results will be numbered sequentially.
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O P E R A T I N G
T H E
A N A L Y Z E R
SYRINGE SAMPLE?
Answering yes to SYRINGE SAMPLE? instructs the sample probe
to stop in a position to allow for syringe sampling. To utilize the
syringe sampling position, it is necessary to remove the probe wiper.
When the EasyLyte says PROBE IN BLOOD?, place the syringe
(without needle) over the sample probe, insuring that the probe hole
is beneath the surface of the sample in the syringe. Once the sample
has been aspirated, the EasyLyte will beep and instruct the operator
to remove the syringe and to wipe the sample probe before it
ascends into the solutions valve.
To return to vacutainer or cup sampling, return to USER
OPTIONS? and answer no to SYRINGE SAMPLE?. Then reinstall the probe wiper.
SET CORRELATION?
This feature allows the operator to obtain patient values on the
EasyLyte system equivalent to values determined by other devices
measuring electrolytes. (Serum is preferable for Na/K/Cl and
Na/K/Li. Whole blood is preferable for Na/K/Ca/pH.) Press yes to
SET CORRELATION?. CORRELATE BLOOD? is displayed. Press
yes to view and/or change the established correlation equations.
If the laboratory wishes to establish its own correlation equations, the

laboratory should measure a minimum of 10 patient samples in the
low abnormal, normal and high abnormal reference range for each
analyte on both the EasyLyte analyzer and the comparison analyzer,
and perform a regression analysis of the data. Failure to measure
patient samples over the entire measurement range will result in
unreliable correlations.
The Na+ established correlation equation will be displayed first, where
X equals the standard EasyLyte ISE measurement obtained when the
correlation mode is off. To change this equation, answer no to
CORRECT?. Change the established equation by pressing no to
change the number above the cursor, and by pressing yes to advance
the cursor. If no change is desired with the established correlation,
press yes until the equation leaves the display screen. Follow the same
procedure for the K+, Cl-, Li+, Ca++ and pH equations.
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O P E R A T I N G
T H E
A N A L Y Z E R
The established blood correlation equations are:

Na+ = 0.99X 1.10
K+
Li+
1.02X 0.24
1.00X + 0.00
Cl-
0.95X + 3.46
Ca++ =
1.00X + 0.00
pH
1.00X + 0.00
Correlated to the flame photometer

Correlated to the chloridometer
If a change is made to the established correlation equation, the calculated result will also change. Verify that any new equations are
accurate.
Next, CORRELATE URINE? is displayed. Follow the same procedure as above. The factory set urine correlation equations are:
Na+ = 1.00X 0.0
K+
Cl-
1.00X + 0.0
1.00X + 0.0
(No urine correlations established)

The EasyLyte will print BLOOD/URINE CORRELATION ON,
and all correlation equations will be printed. Analysis results tested
in the ANALYZE BLOOD? or *ANALYZE URINE?* menu will
be printed as CORRELATED VALUES. Quality Control samples
tested in the *QUAL CONTROL?* menu are not affected when the
correlation equations are turned on.
To return to standard analysis results, the operator must return to
SET CORRELATION? and press yes. When CORRELATE
BLOOD? or CORRELATE URINE? is displayed, press no to return
to standard analysis. The EasyLyte will print CORRELATION OFF.
When this change is made, results obtained prior to the change are
not adjusted (i.e. a printout of past results will be reported with the
values selected when the analysis took place). The operator may
wish to adjust the Normal Range values when using the SET
CORRELATION? equations. The ranges can be adjusted by proceeding to *DATE/ RANGES?* and answering yes to RANGES?.
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O P E R A T I N G
T H E
A N A L Y Z E R
Vet Mode
The VET MODE? sets the EasyLyte to measure animal whole blood,
serum or plasma specimens. When VET MODE? is selected, urine
specimen analysis is not available. Within VET MODE?, the normal
ranges listed in the *DATE/RANGES?* section represent animal
ranges. After answering yes to ANALYZE BLOOD?, the EasyLyte
asks the operator for the sample species. The operator must select
from:
CANINE?
(dog)
FELINE?
(cat)
EQUINE?
(horse)
BOVINE?
(cow)
PORCINE?
(pig)
OTHER?
Simply answer yes to the correct species. The EasyLyte will then analyze the sample. The sample result will be compared to the normal
range for that species. The EasyLyte will print the species type for
each sample. The VET MODE? normal ranges are:
Na
Cl
Canine
145.0155.0
2.705.00
96.0122.0
Feline
143.0156.0
3.505.20
108.0128.0
Equine
137.0148.0
2.805.10
99.0109.0
Bovine
143.0151.0
4.105.30
97.0111.0
Porcine
135.0150.0
4.406.70
94.0106.0
Other
The operator can assign a normal range for any other

species under *DATE/RANGES?*
To return to human sample analysis, return to VET MODE? and

press no.
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O P E R A T I N G
T H E
A N A L Y Z E R
Select Language?
Press yes to SELECT LANGUAGE?, then press no until the desired
language is displayed. Then press yes. PLEASE CONFIRM! is displayed. To activate the language selected, press yes. The EasyLyte
will immediately display and print messages in the new language. To
change the language again, the operator must re-enter USER
OPTIONS? (in the selected language) and proceed to SELECT
LANGUAGE?.
Autosampler?
To operate the EasyLyte with the EasySampler system, first connect
the EasyLyte to the EasySampler following the instructions in the
Automated Sampling section of this manual. Then follow the procedure below. If the EasyLyte is operating without the EasySampler,
always answer no to AUTOSAMPLER?.
1
Press yes to AUTOSAMPLER?.
SAMPLR CONNECTED? is displayed. Verify that the

autosampler cable is connected to the back side of the EasyLyte
and press yes.
PLEASE CONFIRM! is displayed. Press yes.
ONE MOMENT... is displayed. The EasyLyte will print:

AUTOSAMPLER
**Na/K... auto**
MODE 00A
Wait until ALIGN PROBE/CUP? is displayed. Return to the

Automated Sampling section of this manual to complete the
installation.
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O P E R A T I N G
T H E
A N A L Y Z E R
If the AUTOSAMPLER? feature is activated, but the Easysampler is

not connected to the EasyLyte, the EasyLyte will display
** Na/K... AUTO** and beep repeatedly for 30 seconds, before
displaying ERROR. The operator must connect the Easysampler, or
return to AUTOSAMPLER? and answer no to eliminate this communication error.
The EasyLyte will then instruct the operator to disconnect the

Easysampler from the EasyLyte.
Whenever the AUTOSAMPLER? feature is switched on or off, the
EasyLyte printer will print the change. The EasyLyte defaults to the
400 mL SOLUTIONS PACK setting. If the installed solutions pack
is 800 mL, the operator must enter *PACK USAGE?* and activate
the 800 mL? setting before calibrating the EasyLyte. The operator
must recalibrate the EasyLyte each time the AUTOSAMPLER? is
switched on or off.
Printer Off?
If the EasyLyte runs out of printer paper, press yes to PRINTER
OFF? to deactivate the printer. This will prevent damage to the printer head mechanism until a new roll of paper is installed in the printer. The printer will not print any data until the operator returns to
PRINTER OFF? and presses no.
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O P E R A T I N G
T H E
A N A L Y Z E R
*Diagnostics?*
DIAGNOSTICS?
Yes
CAL VALUES?
V
No
DATE/RANGES?
A
No
ELECTR'D V
VALUES?
No
FLUID FLOW TEST?
No
SAMPLE DET TEST?
No
PUMPCAL TEST?
No
HOUSING TEMP?*
No
The Diagnostics routine permits the operator to check and test key
operating functions of the EasyLyte.
The Troubleshooting Section will suggest the use of these tests to aid
in identifying any potential problems.
FUNCTION
TEST
Check last calibration values.
Last Cal Values
Direct electrode millivolt readings.
Electrode Values
Fluid being pulled into the
Fluid Flow Test
Sample
Detector
View Here
K Electrode
1&2
Na Electrode
Electrode
Cl (or Lithium)
Red Dye
Enter Here
Electrode Housing.
4
Sample detector is detecting
Sample Detector Test
the sample.
5
Correct reagent movement
Pump Cal Test
through valve.
6
*Electrode Housing Temperature
Pump
Red
Dye
Housing Temperature
*Calcium only
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O P E R A T I N G
T H E
A N A L Y Z E R
Calibration Values
Calibration values are the electrode response values (slopes) during
the last calibration. Acceptable ranges are as follows:
Na+: 50-64
K+:
Cl-:
50-64
Li+:
Ca++:
50-66
pH:
45-64
40-64
20-34
Electrode Values
Electrode values are direct millivolt readings for the electrodes.
Fluid Flow Test

The operator can visually confirm if fluid is being aspirated through
the analyzer from the Sample Probe through the waste port of the
Solutions Pack. This test is particularly important when troubleshooting flow-related problems. If this test is successful, the flow problem
is limited to the solutions pack, solutions valve, or sample probe. A
red test dye solution is provided in the Troubleshooting Kit. Answer
yes to FLUID FLOW TEST? and run the red test dye as a sample. If
fluid flow and proper sample positioning is achieved, the EasyLyte
will display FLOW TEST OK, indicating that the EasyLyte is assembled correctly and free of obstructions.
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O P E R A T I N G
T H E
A N A L Y Z E R
Sample Detector Test

The sample detector detects the difference between air and liquid.
Answering yes to SAMPLE DET TEST? will initiate a test of the
sample detectors performance. The EasyLyte will pump Standard A
from the solutions pack in front of the sample detector, followed by
air. A SAMPLE DETECT OK result will confirm a functional sample
detector. At the completion of the test, two sample detector values
will be printed, one for Standard A and one for Air. The difference
between the values must be 50 or greater for a successful test. If
Standard A is not present this test will fail, indicated by SAMPLE
DETECTOR! The EasyLyte must be free of flow problems for the
results of this test to be considered useful. If this test should fail, see
sample detector troubleshooting.
Pump Calibration Test

The pump is calibrated to turn the correct number of revolutions to
move the reagents from the solutions pack to the electrodes. Answer
yes to PUMPCAL TEST?, the rest is automatic. If the pumpcal is
OK the EasyLyte will confirm PUMPCAL OK. At the completion of
a successful test, the pumpcal values will be printed. The expected
pumpcal values are between 500 and 1000. If PUMPCAL
FAILURE! appears, repeat this test. If failure persists, refer to
Troubleshooting.
Housing Temperature (Na/K/Ca/pH only)

The heated electrode housing is set to keep the electrodes at 37
0.1C. Answer Yes to HOUSING TEMP? and the EasyLyte will display the housing temperature between 33.738.0C. The acceptable
temperature range is 36.937.1C. If the displayed temperature is
outside this range, wait 5 minutes and check again. If the temperature remains lower or higher than this range, contact your EasyLyte
dealer.
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O P E R A T I N G
T H E
A N A L Y Z E R
*Date/Ranges?*
DATE/RANGES?
A
Yes
CHANGE DAY/TIME?
A
No
ANALYZE
L
BLOOD?
Yes
SEE
INSTRUCTIONS
BELOW
CORRECT?
Yes
No
NEXT SAMPLE?
ANALYZE BLOOD?
Yes
No
AUTOCAL?
Yes
No
Na/K/Cl/Li RANGES?
Yes
No
SET VA E
ES FO
OR
NORMAL
G
GES
Change Day/Time
Answering yes to CHANGE DAY/TIME? allows you to change the
date and time. The cursor appears beneath the month. Answering no
advances the month. Once the correct month appears, answer yes
and the cursor moves on to the day, then year and time. Each time,
answer no to change the month or number above the cursor until the
correct information appears, then answer yes to advance the cursor.
If you make a mistake, advance the cursor by pressing the yes button
until CORRECT? appears. Answering no allows you to correct your
mistake. Once the data is correct, answer yes to CORRECT?. NEXT
SAMPLE? will appear. Press no and AUTOCAL? will appear.
Auto Cal?
The EasyLyte is factory set to calibrate each day at 7:00 AM, EST, provided that DAILY CLEANER?/DAILY RINSE? was performed at
the end of the most recent day that samples were tested. The operator,
if desired, can set the autocalibration to occur at another hour. Answer
yes to AUTOCAL? and the EasyLyte will display CHANGE
HOUR?. To change the hour, press the yes button, and the hour is
displayed. Press the no button until the desired hour is obtained
(01:00 to 23:00).
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O P E R A T I N G
T H E
A N A L Y Z E R
To advance to the next column, press yes. When finished, press yes
to CORRECT?. Answer no to AUTOCAL? and the EasyLyte asks
AUTOCAL OFF?. To turn off the autocalibration, press yes. The
operator must return to CALIBRATE NOW? to initiate a calibration.
Ranges?
The EasyLyte software program contains factory-set normal ranges
for the test parameters. Analysis results falling above or below the
range will be displayed and printed as low or high. Answer yes to
RANGES?. Answer yes to BLOOD NA LIMITS? to view the sodium range. The operator can modify the pre-set range to establish the
laboratorys own normal ranges. A cursor will flash below the first
digit to the left. Answering no will change the digit incrementally.
Continue this process until the desired number appears, then answer
yes to advance the cursor to the next number. Continue this procedure until the desired range is established. Press yes to CORRECT?
to advance to the next range.
Pre-set Ranges:
Blood
Na+
Blood
K+
135.0 148.0 mmol/L

3.50 5.30
mmol/L
ClLi+
Blood
98.0 107.0 mmol/L
Blood
0.30 1.20
mmol/L
Ca++
Blood
1.13 1.32
mmol/L
pH
Blood
7.35
units
nCa
Na+
Blood
1.10 1.35
Urine
40.0 220.0 mmol/L
K+
Cl-
Urine
25
Urine
110.0 250.0 mmol/L
Li+
Urine
7.45
mmol/L
120.0 mmol/L
(not applicable)
The above ionized calcium (Ca++) range is based on a pH between

7.357
.45 units.
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O P E R A T I N G
T H E
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A N A L Y Z E R
For Urine Ranges, a 24 hour urine collection of approximately one

liter is assumed.
Due to the sensitivity of the lithium electrode to abnormal concentrations of sodium ions in some patient samples, if the sodium electrode
Cal value is unacceptable, or if a measured sodium value is less than
100 mmol/L or greater than 200 mmol/L, the Lithium value will not
be reported. The EasyLyte will display ***** in place of the Lithium
value.
4. Sample Handling and Collection
Warning: Human body fluid specimens may be contaminated with

HIV or other pathogens. Treat all specimens and collection devices
and tools as biohazardous materials.
Whole Blood
Whole blood specimens should be drawn carefully to avoid hemolysis. Elevated potassium values may indicate a hemolyzed specimen;
if hemolysis is suspected, a new sample should be drawn and analyzed. Finger stick methods should be avoided since they can result
in elevated potassium values.
1
Collect the specimen by venipuncture into a Lithium-Heparin or

Sodium-Heparin (green-topped) evacuated blood collection tube.
For Lithium analysis, a Sodium-Heparin (green-topped) tube
must be used. Do not use ammonium heparin, EDTA, or NaF
tubes. Note the time of collection.
Mix the specimen by inverting and rotating the tube. Do not

shake.
Analyze specimens within one hour of collection; beyond this

time falsely elevated potassium levels may be obtained.
For analysis on Na/K/Ca/pH analyzers, specimens should be

measured within 20 minutes of collection, or store sample on ice
for up to 60 minutes. Falsely reduced calcium levels may be
obtained if these time limits are exceeded.
Serum (Not recommended for Na/K/Ca/pH analyzer)

1
Collect the specimen by venipuncture into an untreated (redtopped) tube. Fill the tube to at least 2/3 of the total volume.
Note the time of collection.
Let blood stand for 20-30 minutes to allow clot formation.
Rim the clot with an applicator stick, then centrifuge the tube for
1015 minutes and remove the serum to a clean specimen tube.
Serum may be analyzed immediately, stored at 4C for 24

hours, or frozen at -20C for up to one week. Samples must be
brought to room temperature and mixed well before assaying.
Serum or plasma drawn 810 hours after an oral dose of lithium is

the specimen of choice for routine monitoring of lithium levels.
To obtain accurate results, samples should be free of any clots, fibrin,
etc., which would obstruct sample flow and affect results. The use of
a serum clearing agent is strongly recommended.
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S A M P L E
H A N D L I N G
C O L L E C T I O N
If a serum separator tube is utilized, care must be taken to avoid

inserting the sample probe into the gel layer. This can create obstructions in the sample probe and electrodes.
Plasma samples offer no advantage over whole blood specimens for
stat analysis. If the sample is to be stored, serum specimens are
preferable.
Plasma (Not recommended for Na/K/Ca/pH analyzer)

1
Collect the specimen by venipuncture into a Lithium-Heparin or

Sodium-Heparin (green-topped) evacuated blood collection tube.
The heparin level should not exceed 15 IU per mL of tube volume. For Lithium analysis, a Sodium-Heparin (green-topped)
tube must be used. Do not use ammonium heparin, EDTA, or
NaF tubes. Note the time of collection.
Mix the specimen by inverting the tube. Do not shake.
Centrifuge the specimen within one hour of collection. Carefully

remove the top plasma layer for analysis. Use a Pasteur pipette
or a syringe fitted with a blunt-tipped needle for this procedure.
Analyze plasma samples within 4 hours of collection.

Refrigerated samples must be brought to room temperature and
centrifuged prior to analysis.
Syringe Sampling
When using Sodium-Heparin collection syringes, collect a full syringe
of specimen to minimize the effect of sodium heparin on the EasyLyte
sodium measurement. Certain circumstances may arise in which a
sample will be more difficult to obtain, e.g., an oncology patient. In
this case a pretreated syringe can be used. Carefully follow these
instructions.
1
Draw into a 5 or 10cc syringe approximately 0.1 mL of Sodium

Heparin (1000 IU/mL). Invert and rotate syringe to coat interior
walls and slowly expel excess heparin.
Draw the sample by venipuncture into syringe.
Invert and rotate syringe to mix the blood with the heparin.
Discard needle and cover the syringe with a luer cap.
Analyze specimens within one hour of collection.
A syringe with little or no dead space must be used to avoid

errors. See SYRINGE SAMPLE? under *OPER FUNCTS?*.
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S A M P L E
H A N D L I N G
C O L L E C T I O N R
Urine
For complete sample preparation and storage information, the user
should refer to the standard Clinical Chemistry procedures published
by NCCLS.
1
Follow standard clinical procedures for collection of random and

24-hour urine specimens.
Refrigerate urine specimens until time of analysis.
Centrifuge urine specimens to remove cellular matter, crystals, etc.
Dilute the urine specimen with one part of the supernatant to 9

parts of Urine Diluent. Urine must be diluted. Do not attempt to
analyze undiluted urine.
Expected Values
The values given in the Table below1,2 are intended to be used only
as a guide. Each laboratory or testing site should establish its own
range of normal values, taking into account factors such as age, sex,
diet, and other determinants of electrolyte levels.
Whole Blood, Serum, Plasma (mmol/L or mEq/L)
Sodium
(Na+) 135 to 148
Potassium
Chloride
Lithium
Calcium
(K+)
(Cl-)
98 to 107
(Li+)
0.30 to 1.20
(Ca++) 1.13 to1.31
pH
Normalized Calcium
3.5 to 5.3
7.35 to 7.45 units

(nCa)
1.10 to 1.35
Urine (mmoL/L or mEq/L)
Chloride
(Na+) 40 to 220
(K+)
25 to 120
(Cl-)
110 to 250
Lithium
(Li+)
Sodium
Potassium
(not applicable)
1. Tietz, N.W. (ed.) Fundamentals of Clinical Chemistry, 2nd ed. (1976), p. 875-77
2. Geigy Scientific Tables, Col. 3, 8th edition
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5. Maintenance
The EasyLyte is designed to require very little operator maintenance.
The only daily maintenance required is to run the Daily Cleaning/Daily
Rinse Solution after the last sample of the day. Remember to use a
probe wiper or the PROBE WIPING? option at all times. All other
maintenance is performed by replacing the components as described in
the schedule below. When you wish to perform routine or any other
maintenance function, put the EasyLyte into ***STANDBY***. When
maintenance is completed, press no to ***STANDBY*** and proceed
to SOLN PURGE? in *OPER FUNCTS?*. After a purge is completed, a calibration will be necessary to return to ANALYZE BLOOD?.
Complete instructions for replacement are found in the
Installation/Replacement section of this manual.
When complete chassis cleaning or analyzer storage is necessary,
select STANDBY from the SECOND MENU?.
RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT SCHEDULE
EVERY 6 MONTHS
MEMBRANE ASSEMBLY
(Guaranteed Use Life 3 months)
SAMPLE TUBE
SHORT SAMPLE TUBE1
PUMP TUBE
INTERNAL FILLING SOLUTION
DISPOSABLE REFERENCE ELECTRODE1 Must replace every 6 months. (Guaranteed Use Life 3 months)
FLUSH SOLUTIONS VALVE
SOLUTIONS VALVE
Replace as required. (Guaranteed Use Life 12 months)
SAMPLE PROBE
K+ ELECTRODE
Na+ ELECTRODE
Cl- ELECTRODE
Li+ ELECTRODE
Ca++ ELECTRODE
pH ELECTRODE
REFERENCE ELECTRODE
SOLUTIONS PACK
Change SOLUTIONS PACK as required.
PROBE WIPER
Replace after 100 serum/plasma samples, after 50 whole blood

samples, or after 2 weeks of use, whichever comes first.
If analyzing 100 or more samples per week, replace these items every 3 months.
1 Na/K/Ca/pH only
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6. Analyzer Surface Cleaning/Storage
After the analyzer enters the standby mode, proceed with component
removal, surface cleaning, and replacement of components. Refer to
Installation and Replacement.
Clean the analyzer with a 10% bleach solution. Apply the solution to
a cloth to wipe down all outside surfaces. Always wear protective
gloves and safety glasses when handling bleach.
Never allow diluted bleach to come in contact with the membrane
assembly.
To store the EasyLyte analyzer and its components for several days
or longer, follow these disassembly and storage instructions:
Yes
No
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M N
A
A AI N
L YT ZE EN R A N
C C
L EE A N I N G
S T O R A G E
Remove the power cord from the back of the analyzer.
Remove the solutions pack and seal the four ports with red caps.
Remove the electrode housing and drain the internal filling solution.
Remove the electrodes from the housing and seal the electrode
ports with red caps. Before sealing the K+ and Ca++ electrode,
insert a few drops of the red test dye solution into the red caps.
The dye solution will slow down the drying out of the electrodes.
Disconnect the red end of the pump tube from the solutions
valve. Unwind the pump tube from around the pump. Clean up
any fluid spill from the pump tube.
Wipe dry the solutions valve surface and ports.
Reinstall the empty electrode housing on the EasyLyte.
Note the date the EasyLyte was stored.
If the EasyLyte electrodes remain stored as described above for more

than 2 weeks, they may not function properly upon reinstallation. If
this occurs, the electrode warranty will be void.
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7. Principles of Operation
ISE Theory
Electrolyte measurements in blood products were traditionally performed using flame photometry1, in which a sample, diluted with a
known concentration of a reference ion (usually lithium or cesium), is
aerosolized and passed through a flame which excites the cations.
They re-emit the energy as light of different frequencies; the amplitude of this emission is proportional to the ion concentration in the
sample. The development of sodium and pH-selective glass2, and
selective organic compounds for potassium3, calcium4 and chloride5,
has permitted the development of sensors capable of measuring biological fluids directly, throughout the physiological range. These sensors are known as Ion Selective Electrodes.
The EasyLyte measures sodium, potassium and chloride or lithium, or
calcium and pH in biological fluids, using ion selective electrode
technology. The flow-through sodium and pH electrodes contain
glass tubing, specially formulated to be sensitive to sodium ions. The
flow-through potassium and calcium electrodes employ a plastic
tube, incorporating neutral carrier ionophores. The flow-through
chloride electrode and Lithium electrode include a plastic tube, specially formulated to be selective to chloride or lithium ions. The
potential of each electrode is measured relative to a fixed, stable
voltage established by the silver/silver chloride reference electrode.
An ion selective electrode develops a voltage that varies with the
concentration of the ion to which it responds. The relationship
between the voltage developed and the concentration of the sensed
ion is logarithmic, as expressed by the Nernst equation:
E = E+ RT Log (g C)
nF
where:
E = The potential of the electrode in sample solution

E = The potential developed under standard conditions
RT/nF = A temperature dependent constant termed the slope(s)

n = 1 for sodium, potassium, chloride, lithium and pH
n = 2 for calcium
Log = Base ten logarithm function
g = Activity coefficient of the measured ion in the solution
C = Concentration of the measured ion in the solution
1. Mason, W.B. Flame photometry. in Clinical Chemistry: Principles and Techniques, 2nd R.J. Henry et al, eds., Harper and
Row, Hagerstown, MD 1963
2. Eisenman, G. (ed) Glass Electrodes for Hydrogen and Other Cations, Marcel Dekker, New York, 1967
3. Stefanac, Z., Simon, W. Chimia, 20, 436, 1966.
4. Simon, W., Amman, D., et al, Anat. Chem., 1981 pp. 1970-1974.
5. Hartman, K., et al, Mikrochimica Acta, 1978, pp. 235-246.
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P R I N C I P L E S
O F
O P E R A T I O N
A comparative method of measurement is utilized. First, the analyzer

measures the potential developed when the sample is pumped
through the Electrodes. Next, Standard A is pumped through the
Electrodes. The difference in the two potentials is related logarithmically to the concentration of ions in the sample divided by their
respective concentrations in the Standard solution. Since the difference in potentials and the concentration of the ions in the Standard
solution are known, the analyzer can calculate the concentration of
the ions in the sample solution, in accordance with the Nernst equation, rewritten as:
E - E = S log (Ci (x) / Ci (s)) or Ci (x) = Ci (s) x 10^ (E-E)/S
where: E
E
S
= ISE potential developed in sample solution

= ISE potential developed in the standard solution
= Electrode slope calculated during calibration
Ci(x)
= Concentration of ion i in the sample
Ci(s)
= Concentration of ion i in the standard solution
S, the slope, is determined during calibration using Standards A

and B, which have known levels of ions.
Within the pH range of 7.2 7.6 units, the EasyLyte Calcium analyzer
adjusts the ionized calcium results to the equivalent Ca++ value at a
sample pH of 7.40. The EasyLyte Calcium prints this normalized (to
pH 7.40) calcium value using the formula:
nCa = Ca++ (pH=X)*10 -0.24*(7.40-X) Where X is the measured pH.
When an automatic calibration is initiated, Wash Solution (ammonium bifluoride) is aspirated as required from the solutions pack to
recondition the sodium electrode. The EasyLyte aspirates and measures Standard A, then Standard B. The EasyLyte finally aspirates
additional Standard A solution and measures it. The two Standard A
readings are compared for drift and each measurement is checked
for instability (noise). The slope is calculated from the difference
between the second Standard A reading and the Standard B reading. A slope that is outside built-in software limits will be flagged
and displayed as low or high. The EasyLyte will detect excessive drift
or noise and display the appropriate error message.
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P R I N C I P L E S
O F
P E R A T I O N N
Electrode Measurement Diagram

Standard Solution
Separating Air Bubble
Sample Tube
Sample
Sample Detector Optically
Detects Air Bubble in Flow
Signal to Microprocessor
K+ Electrode
(Valinomycin)
Microprocessor measures
K+ Potential (mV)
Na+ Electrode
(Glass)
Na+ Potential (mV)
Cl Electrode or
Li+ Electrode
Cl or Li+ Potential (mV)
Flow-thru Membrane
Assembly
AgCl Coated Silver Pin
Pump Tube
Reference Electrode Body

2 mol/L KCl
Standard Solution
Low Resistance Ceramic Plug

Ionic Contact thru 2 mol/L KCl
Internal Filling Solution
To Pump
Membrane
Na/K/Ca/pH
Standard Solution
Short Sample Tube
Preheated Sample
Sample Detector Optically
Detects Air Bubble in Flow
Signal to Microprocessor
K+ Electrode
(Valinomycin)
K+ Potential (MV)
Ca++ Electrode
(Neutral Carrier)
Ca++ Potential (MV)
Na+ Electrode
(Glass)
Na+ Potential (MV)
pH Electrode
(Glass)
pH Potential (MV)
Flow-thru Disposable
Reference Electrode
AgCl Coated Silver Pin
Pump Tube
Ionic Contact thru

3.5 mol/L KCl
Standard Solution
Membrane
To Pump
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8. Specifications
CLIA Classification:
Sample:
Sample Size:
Method:
Detection Range:
Display Resolution:
Performance:
BLOOD, SERUM, PLASMA
Reproducibility (serum)
within run (n=20)
mean (mmol/L)
C.V. (%)/SD (mmol/L)
between run (10 days)
mean (mmol/L)
C.V. (%)/SD (mmol/L)
Reproducibility (expected)
within run (n=20)
between run (10 day)
Accuracy (typical)
slope
intercept
correlation coeff.
(Na/K, Na/K/Cl, Na/K/Li)
Moderate Complexity
Whole Blood, Serum, Plasma or Urine.
100 L Whole Blood, Serum, Plasma or 400 L diluted (1:10) Urine, 60 L capillary
Direct measurement by Ion Selective Electrode (ISE)
Blood Na+: 20200 mmol/L
Urine Na+: 25-1000 mmol/L
+
K +: 0.240 mmol/L
K+: 1.0-500 mmol/L
Cl : 25200 mmol/L
Cl-: 25-500 mmol/L
+
Li : 0.25.0 mmol/L
Li+: (N/A)
Na+: 0.1 mmol/L K+: 0.01 mmol/L Cl-: 0.1 mmol/L
Li+: 0.01 mmol/L
Na+
K+
ClLi+
80200 mmol/L
110 mmol/L
80200 mmol/L
0.22.0 mmol/L
Performed according to a modified NCCLS protocol EP5-T2
140.1
0.4%
4.46
0.8%
102.5
0.5%
0.75
0.01 mmol/L
139.8
0.2%
4.00
0.7%
98.4
1.1%
1.00
0.01 mmol/L
C.V. 1%
C.V. 2%
C.V. 2%
SD .03 mmol/L
C.V. 2%
C.V. 2.5%
C.V. .2.5%
SD .05 mmol/L
Performed according to a modified NCCLS protocol EP9-T
100-200 mmol/L
1-10 mmol/L
70-200 mmol/L
n=86
n=86
n=86
0.992
1.020
0.907
1.4
-0.03
10.4
0.99
0.99
0.99
URINE
Reproducibility (urine std.)
25-1000 mmol/L
1-500 mmol/L
25-500 mmol/L
within run (n=20)
mean (mmol/L)
166.8
64.7
129.8
C.V. (%)
0.34%
0.50%
1.96%
mean (mmol/L)
168.9
64.4
131.6
C.V. (%)
3.8%
2.6%
2.4%
Reproducibility (expected)
within run (n=20)
C.V. 5%
C.V. 5%
C.V. 5%
between run (10 days)C.V. 5%
C.V. 5%
C.V. 5%
Accuracy (typical)
25-1000 mmol/L
1-500 mmol/L
25-500 mmol/L
n=40
n=40
n=37
slope
0.98
0.99
0.99
intercept
8.2
1.1
3.7
correlation coeff.
1.00
1.00
0.99
Analysis Time:
55 sec. (Blood) / 90 sec. (Urine)
Data Storage:
125 Patient results
QC - up to 20 results Normal, Low, and High
Calibration:
Automatic or On-Demand
Output:
32 character, 2- line alphanumeric display
40 column thermal printer
Serial port (RS-232C), EasySampler port
Ambient Conditions:
15-32oC (60-90oF), <85% humidity
Power:
100/115~VAC, 50-60 Hz, 0.8A or 220~VAC, 50-60 Hz 0.4A
Size & Weight:
9.5W x 16.5H x 8.0D, 13 lbs; 24 cm x 42 cm x 20 cm, 5.8 kg.
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0.2-3.0 mmol/L
n=80
0.953
0.04
0.99
N/A
Specifications
(Na/K/Ca/pH)
CLIA Classification:
Moderate Complexity
Sample:
Whole Blood, Serum, and Plasma
Sample Size:
100 L Whole Blood, Serum or Plasma
Sample Temperature:
37.0 0.1C
Method:
Direct (Undiluted) Measurement Ion Selective Electrode
Detection Range:
Na+
K+
Ca++
pH
Resolution:
Na+: 0.1 mmol/L
K+: 0.01 mmol/L
Ca++: 0.01 mmol/L
pH: 0.005 units
Performance:
Na+
K+
Ca++
pH
BLOOD, SERUM, PLASMA

Reproducibility (typical)
within run (n=20)
80-200 mmol/L
1-10 mmol/L
0.4-1.5 mmol/L
6.8-8.0 units
<1%
<2%
<2%
<2.5%
S.D.< .02 mmol/L

S.D.< .03 mmol/L
S.D.< 0.01 units

S.D.< 0.02 units
Calculated Analyte:
Normalized Ca++ (at pH 7.40) for samples within pH range of 7.20- 7.60 units.
Analysis Time
60 seconds
Data Storage:
Patient result storage of 125 results

QC Results: up to 20 results Normal
up to 20 results Low
up to 20 results High
Calibration:
Automatic or On-Demand
Output:
32 character, 2 line alphanumeric display

40 column thermal printer
Serial port (RS-232 optional)
Ambient Conditions:
15-32oC (60-90oF), <85% humidity
Power:
100/115 VAC, 50-60 Hz, 0.8A or 220 VAC, 50-60 Hz 0.4A

Refer to the chassis serial number label for the voltage that has been factory set on your analyzer, and
for proper fuse replacement.
Size & Weight:
9.5"W x 16.5"H x 8.0"D, 13 lbs.

24 cm x 42 cm x 20 cm, 5.8 kg.
:
:
:
:
20-200
0.2-40
0.1-6.0
6.0-8.0
mmol/L
mmol/L
mmol/L
Units
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9. Troubleshooting
Introduction
To enhance trouble-free operation of the EasyLyte, it is imperative to follow the maintenance schedule outlined under EasyLyte Maintenance.
When the message ***ERROR*** appears in the display, press the
yes button and a message will be displayed indicating the nature of
the error. Refer to the list of display messages for an explanation of the
message. Then refer to the list of typical error messages to locate the
problem area and proceed to the appropriate section for troubleshooting instructions.
When performing troubleshooting procedures, put the analyzer in
***STANDBY***.
After removing the electrodes, solutions pack, or after troubleshooting or performing maintenance, the operator must purge the fluid
lines before calibrating the analyzer. To do this,
proceed to the SOLN PURGE? routine in the *OPER FUNCTS?*
section of the SECOND MENU?. Press yes. When purge is completed, press yes to CALIBRATE NOW?.
Warning: Human body fluid specimens may be contaminated with
HIV or other pathogens.
Treat all specimens, collection devices, and analyzer components that
may come in contact with specimens as biohazards.
For Help
If the appropriate troubleshooting procedures do not correct the
observed error, contact your EasyLyte distributor.
Troubleshooting Kit
Tools to help diagnose and correct problems:
10 cc syringe
18 gauge blunt needle
Tubing Segments
Red Caps
Electrode Connectors
Membrane Assembly
Red Test Dye Solution 50mL [0.1 mmol/L amaranth dye in electrolyte
solution]
Reference Electrode Tool
Sodium Electrode Brush Tool
Fill Plug
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T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G E
Fluid Path System

All reagents and samples flow in one direction through the entire
fluid path system as shown. The fluid path is a closed loop which
ensures that the electrodes will always be kept wet, an important
requirement of ISEs. All fluid path connections are simple push-on,
air tight connectionsno tools required.
Sample Tube
Sample Detector
Potassium Electrode
Sodium Electrode
Chloride Electrode
or Lithium Electrode
K
Na
Li or Cl
Membrane Assembly
SOLUTIONS VALVE
Selects reagents from
Solutions Pack and directs
them through the Sample
Probe, and routes all waste
fluids into the Waste
Container.
SAMPLE PROBE HOLE
All samples and reagents enter
system through the Probe Hole.
PUMP TUBE
PERISTALTIC PUMP
Clockwise motion of the Pump
moves all fluids in the same
direction through the Fluid Path
System.
SOLUTIONS PACK
Disposable Pack contains all
reagents and waste container.
Simple plug-in design provides
error-free installation to the
Solutions Valve.
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T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G
Na/K/Ca/pH
Sample Tube
Short Sample Tube

Sample Detector
Potassium Electrode
Calcium Electrode
Sodium Electrode
pH Electrode
Calcium
Reference Electrode
Metal Preheater
Tube (Inside
Thermostated
Housing)
K
Ca
Na
pH
Solutions Valve
Selects reagents from
Solutions Pack and directs
them through the Sample
Probe, and routes all waste
fluids into the Waste
Container.
Sample Probe Hole
All samples and reagents enter
system through the Probe Hole.
Pump Tube
Peristaltic Pump
Clockwise motion of the Pump
moves all fluids in the same
direction through the Fluid Path
System.
Solutions Pack
Disposable Pack contains all
reagents and waste container.
Simple plug-in design provides
error-free installation to the
Solutions Valve.
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If removal of EasyLyte components is required during troubleshooting, the component removal order is:
1
Solutions Pack
Pump and Sample Tubes
Electrode Housing (contains electrodes)
Sample Probe
Solutions Valve
For example, if the Sodium electrode requires replacement, it is necessary to remove the solutions pack, disconnect the pump and sample tubes, then remove the electrode housing. If the solutions valve
requires cleaning, the operator must remove all of the items in the
above list, before removing the solutions valve. To install components
on the EasyLyte, follow the installation order outlined under
Installation and Replacement.
Troubleshooting is covered in the order that problems are most likely
to occur. Approach troubleshooting as a logical sequence of events.
Isolate the problematic area to avoid unnecessary component
replacement and/or excessive downtime.
PROBLEM AREA
TYPICAL ERROR MESSAGES
Section 1 Flow Problems
AIR IN STD A, AIR IN STD B, AIR IN

SAMPLE, AIR IN WASH, FLUID PATH!,
SAMPLE DETECTOR!, NOISE, DRIFT,
AIR IN CLEANER, AIR IN RINSE
Section 2 Membrane
Assembly
Electrode LOW and Electrode HIGH,

NOISE, DRIFT,
Section 3 Electrodes
HIGH, LOW, DRIFT, NOISE
Section 4 Solutions Pack
AIR IN STD A, AIR IN STD B, AIR IN

WASH, SOLN PACK LOW,
CHANGE PACK!
Section 5 Sample Detector
SAMPLE DETECTOR!
Section 6 Solutions Valve
PUMPCAL FAILURE! FLUID PATH!
Section 7 Printer
NO PRINTER ACTIVITY, PAPER JAM
Section 8 Electromechanical MTS see manual!, MTP see manual!

Na/K/Ca/pH Electrode Housing Temp
Error
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Flow Problems
Obstructions or air leaks in the fluid path will result in Error
Messages such as AIR IN STD A, AIR IN STD B, AIR IN
SAMPLE, FLUID PATH! and SAMPLE DETECTOR!. These messages indicate flow problems. Noise or drift messages, in some circumstances, may also indicate flow problems. A low or empty solutions pack may also cause AIR IN STD A, AIR IN STD B or AIR
IN WASH messages. If this possibility exists, based on usage since
the last solutions pack installation, refer to solutions pack troubleshooting before proceeding.
If an AIR IN STD B or FLUID PATH! message appears during a
SOLN PURGE? or calibration, after the electrode housing has
been removed, disassembled, and reassembled, check to make sure
that the electrodes are installed right side up and that all electrode
connectors are properly installed. Performing this function twice may
eliminate the error.
A
The first step in determining if the analyzers fluidics system is

functioning properly is to use the FLUID FLOW TEST? routine
in the *DIAGNOSTICS?* section of the SECOND MENU?.
Answer yes to FLUID FLOW TEST? and run the red Test Dye
(in the Troubleshooting Kit) as a sample. The operator can visually confirm whether fluid is flowing properly through the analyzer. If the red dye is aspirated and the sample detector is
installed correctly, the EasyLyte will display FLUID FLOW OK.
If this occurs, proceed to SOLN PURGE? in the *OPER
FUNCTS?* menu.
If the FLUID FLOW TEST? fails, the message FLOW TEST

FAIL! will appear on the display. Failure can result from air
leaks or obstructions in the fluid path. Air leaks can be caused
by a damaged or misconnected sample or pump tube. Check
the sample tubing for cracking at either end. Replace if
cracked. The pump tube should be removed and checked for
crimping. Also, check for incorrect (upside down) installation of
an electrode or missing electrode connectors.
View
Red Dye
Here
Red Dye
Enter Here
Red Dye
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If no air leaks can be detected, it will be necessary to remove

individual components to determine if they are obstructed. Since
the probe hole and probe have the smallest diameter in the flow
path, the sample probe has a higher probability of developing
an obstruction. To remove the sample probe, unplug the solutions pack. Disconnect the sample tube from the sample probe,
and the pump tube from the electrode housing. Remove the
electrode housing. Remove the sample probe. Inspect the probe
hole for any visible material that may be causing an obstruction. The sample probe should be flushed first with warm water,
and then with air using the 10 cc syringe in the Troubleshooting
Kit. Connect the syringe with a tubing segment (also in the
Troubleshooting Kit) to the top of the sample probe. The water
should come out the probe hole in an uninterrupted stream
when pressure is applied with the syringe. Remove all material
from the sample probe, as a partial obstruction may result in
AIR messages. If the obstruction is located and removed, reinstall the sample probe. Perform a FLUID FLOW TEST?,
SOLN PURGE? and SAMPLE DET TEST?. If these tests are
successful, perform a calibration in order to proceed with sample analysis.
If the obstruction is not located in the sample probe, next check

the electrode assembly. Attach the syringe with the blunt needle
(in the Troubleshooting Kit) to the free end of the sample tube
and gently flush with water. The water should flow freely out the
bottom of the electrode housing. If there is resistance, remove
the sample detector and electrodes from the electrode housing
and flush them individually. If the electrodes and sample detector are clear, the obstruction may be in the membrane assembly/disposable reference electrode, which should be replaced.
After all the components have been flushed, reassemble them. Make
sure that the inside channel of the electrode housing (where electrodes
slide into place) and the electrode pins are completely clean and dry.
Verify that the solutions valve, sample probe, and electrode housing
are seated properly. Perform a FLUID FLOW TEST?, SOLN
PURGE? and SAMPLE DET TEST?. If these tests are successful,
perform a calibration before proceeding with sample analysis.
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Membrane Assembly
Do not touch
this surface
Fill line
The membrane assembly should be replaced after a maximum 6

months of use. Medica guarantees this items performance for 3
months of use, but the frequency of replacement may depend on
your sample volume or sample type (high volume of lipemic or high
protein samples may necessitate more frequent changes of the membrane assembly). EasyLyte customers testing 100 or more patient
samples per week should replace the membrane assembly after 3
months of use. When replacing the membrane assembly, install new
internal filling solution at the same time.
A Na low with a simultaneous K high message after calibration, low
or erratic readings on controls or samples, and some noise errors
may indicate a problem with the membrane assembly.
AIR BUBBLES
MUST BE
REMOVED
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The membrane assembly should be checked for air bubbles on

the window. Tapping the electrode housing may help to dislodge any bubbles. If this is not successful, remove the electrode
housing and invert it a couple of times, being sure to put your
finger over the fill plug to prevent the internal filling solution from
leaking out. At the same time, the electrode pins and jacks
should be inspected to make sure they are dry and clean, particularly the reference electrode pin and jack if low or erratic readings occur.
If bubbles are not present and the analyzer passes the FLUID
FLOW TEST?, the membrane assembly should be changed.
This is particularly true in the case of simultaneous low sodium
and high potassium cal values.
CORRECT
NO AIR
BUBBLES
Electrodes
Electrodes with low calibration values (below 50 for Na/K/Li, 40 for
Cl, 45 for pH, and 20 for Ca), Drift, or Noise messages may indicate electrode failure. Electrodes with HIGH calibration values messages most often indicate a membrane assembly/disposable reference electrode failure.
For Na/K/Ca/pH analyzer, when the electrode housing is removed
for electrode replacement, maintenance, troubleshooting, etc., wait
for 30 minutes after reinstallation before calibrating the analyzer to
insure proper electrode temperature. K LOW, Na LOW, Ca LOW
or pH LOW (calibration value below 50 for Na/K, below 45 for
pH, below 20 for Ca), DRIFT, or NOISE messages may indicate
electrode failure. K HIGH, Na HIGH, Ca HIGH or pH HIGH
most likely indicates a reference electrode failure.
A The calibration values (slopes) of the electrodes should fall within

a range of 50 to 64 for Na/K/Li, 40 to 64 for Cl, 45 to 64 for
pH, and 20 to 34 for Ca.
If they fall outside of this range, the out-of-range value(s) for K,
Na, Cl, Li, pH or Ca will be flagged. If the analyzer
does not calibrate the first time, it will automatically recalibrate.
At the end of the calibration cycle, the slope values will be displayed for each electrode. The EasyLyte will permit sample
analysis only for the electrodes that are calibrated successfully.
If the pH electrode fails calibration, the normalized calcium value
will not be reported.
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A Na LOW, DRIFT, or NOISE message indicates that an

additional WASH? cycle may be necessary to condition the
sodium electrode (not available for Na/K/Ca/pH). An ondemand WASH? can be performed by proceeding to *OPER
FUNCTS?* in the SECOND MENU? and pressing Yes to
WASH?. After the WASH?, calibrate the analyzer again. If the
sodium calibration value remains low, refer to paragraph G. For
Na/K/Ca/pH, proceed to DAILY RINSE? and press yes. After
the rinse cycle, calibrate the analyzer again. If the sodium calibration value remains low, refer to paragraph G.
A K LOW, DRIFT, or NOISE message may indicate that the

potassium electrode needs replacing. Before doing so, perform a
daily cleaning cycle, as described under DAILY CLEANER?.
Next, perform a calibration. If the potassium calibration value
remains low, replace the potassium electrode. Do not clean the
potassium electrode with the sodium electrode brush tool.
A low, drift, or noise message for chloride only, lithium only, calcium only or pH only may indicate that replacement of the specific electrode is necessary. Before doing so, try performing a
daily cleaning/rinse cycle, as described under DAILY
CLEANER?/DAILY RINSE?. Next, perform a calibration. If
the calibration value remains low, replace the electrode.
If all electrodes have low or high calibration values, the problem

is most likely with the membrane assembly or the reference electrode (on the Na/K/Ca/pH analyzer, the problem may be the
disposable reference electrode). It is also possible that an incorrect solutions pack is being used. For example, if a 400 mL solutions pack is installed, but the operator selects 800 mL? in
*PACK USAGE?*, the EasyLyte will not calibrate successfully.
If drift or noise messages appear for all electrodes, there is most

likely a Flow problem (refer to flow problems) or membrane
assembly problem (refer to membrane assembly). Also, inspect
the electrode pins and jacks, including the reference electrode
pin and jack, to insure that they are dry and clean. After
reassembly, the analyzer should be purged and calibrated.
Do not perform the cleaning procedure described in paragraphs G

as a preventative measure. Do not clean the electrodes, as
described, if their Cal values are within the acceptable range. Do not
clean the Potassium electrode with the sodium electrode brush tool
under any circumstances.
G In some cases, the sodium electrode calibration value may drop
prematurely due to protein build-up on the inside surface of the
sodium electrode. Attempt protein removal by pushing the brush
tool (found in the Troubleshooting Kit) through the sodium electrode. Gently pull the brush back out of the electrode. Reinstall
the electrode, perform SOLN PURGE?, DAILY
CLEANER?/DAILY RINSE?, then CALIBRATE NOW?. If the
sodium electrode Cal value remains low, install a new sodium
electrode. Do not use the brush to clean the potassium, chloride,
lithium, calcium or pH electrodes.
SODIUM ELECTRODE
BRUSH TOOL
Na
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Solutions Pack
AIR IN STD A, AIR IN STD B, AIR IN WASH, SOLN PACK
LOW, CHANGE PACK! messages may indicate that the solutions
pack is empty or low.
The EasyLyte has an internal counter which keeps track of the solutions pack usage. The % counter should be set to zero (0) each time
a new pack is installed (refer to *PACK USAGE?*). The EasyLyte
will indicate SOLN PACK LOW! when 88% of the solutions pack
has been utilized. When 99% of the solutions pack has been utilized,
the analyzer will instruct the operator to CHANGE PACK!. At this
time, no further analysis will be permitted until a new solutions pack
is installed.
WASH
B
WASTE
400 mL
PACK
WASTE
800 mL
PACK
B
WASH
Note: the EasyLyte

Na/K/Ca/pH solution
packs do not contain
wash solution.
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If the solutions pack % usage is reset to 0% by accident, it may

be difficult to predict pack life. In this case, AIR IN STD A
errors will be the best indication that the pack is empty. To verify that a solutions pack is empty, remove the solutions pack
from the analyzer and place the red caps (an extra set is
included in the Troubleshooting Kit) on the waste port, the wash
port and the Standard B port. Squeeze the solutions pack over
a sink. If there is any Standard A left in the solutions pack, it
should flow out. This test can be repeated for Standard B in the
event an AIR IN STD B message appears.
Note that the location of the Standard A port on the 400 mL solutions pack differs from the Standard A port location on the 800 mL
pack. If the solutions pack setting in *PACK USAGE?* (400 mL or
800 mL) does not match the actual solutions pack installed, the
EasyLyte will not calibrate correctly. In this situation, the EasyLyte
electrode Cal values will be negative. Return to *PACK USAGE?*
and correct the setting.
Occasionally, a solutions pack may develop an internal air leak

at one of the fitment seals (at Std A, Std B, or Wash). In this case,
the EasyLyte will display AIR IN STD A, AIR IN STD B or
AIR IN WASH, although the pack still contains that solution.
To test the solutions pack for proper function, attach the syringe
with tubing (from the Troubleshooting Kit) to the solutions pack fitment in question. With the solutions pack standing upright, pull
the syringe barrel open for 3 or 4 mL. A steady stream of fluid
should enter the syringe after an initial small amount of air. If no
solution is aspirated, or the solution is mixed with air bubbles, the
solutions pack is defective.
Do not push the solution from the syringe back into the solutions
pack. Install a new solutions pack.
Remember that the 400 mL and 800 mL solutions packs contain the
same reagents but in different orders. Be sure to test the correct solutions pack fit. Refer to the solutions pack illustrations.
C The EasyLyte solutions pack waste compartment has an internal
check valve which permits waste samples and standard solutions
to enter the waste bag of the solutions pack, after they are analyzed by the EasyLyte electrodes. The check valve prevents the
waste from backing up out of the waste compartment.
Sometimes a new solutions pack has a waste check valve which
closed during product shipment. When such a solutions pack is
installed on the EasyLyte, the closed check valve will prevent any
fluid movement through the EasyLyte system, creating the error
AIR IN STD B, or the EasyLyte will operate correctly, but fluid
will leak at the solutions pack/solutions valve junction. If the operator
suspects that the waste valve is obstructed, do the following:
Use the syringe with tubing from the Troubleshooting Kit (see
paragraph B).
Fill the syringe with 3-5 mL of water.
Connect the syringe with tubing to the waste port (always the top
port) of the solutions pack.
Inject the water into the waste compartment to open the check
valve.
Remove the syringe and tubing and reinstall the solutions pack.
Perform SOLN PURGE?.
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The EasyLyte can still be utilized if the wash solution supply in

the solutions pack is empty. If this occurs during the calibration
cycle, the message AIR IN WASH will be followed by USE
EXT. WASH! on the display. Wash Solution can be aspirated
by pressing yes to USE EXT. WASH!. If none is available, as
a temporary measure only, use red test dye to complete this
procedure. The air in wash message may also appear during
the SOLN PURGE? routine, however, it does not interrupt the
completion of the cycle. If the message appears in the ondemand WASH? routine, it will be followed by USE EXT.
WASH!. After the WASH? cycle a calibration must be performed in order to proceed with sample analysis.
Sample Detector
The sample detector detects the difference between liquid and air,
which is important for proper sample positioning in the EasyLyte. To
verify performance, proceed to *DIAGNOSTICS?* in the
SECOND MENU? and perform a SAMPLE DET TEST?. Values
for liquid and air will be displayed on the EasyLyte screen, and
printed when the test is completed. The air value is typically less than
150, and the liquid value is typically greater than 200. If the difference between the two values is 50 or greater, the test is successful,
as indicated by SAMPLE DETECT OK. The message
SAMPLE DETECTOR! indicates failure. If the difference between
the two values is less than 50, the sample detector requires cleaning.
Remove the sample detector and clean the inside of the sample
detector with the sodium electrode brush tool in the troubleshooting
kit. Reinstall the sample detector, perform SOLN PURGE?, DAILY
CLEANER?/DAILY RINSE?, then SAMPLE DET TEST?.
A value of 255 indicates a bad connection between the sample
detector and the EasyLyte. In this case, check for possible bending of
the pins on the back of the sample detector and be sure the electrode
housing is fully engaged. After reinstalling the sample detector, look
down on its top surface. When the sample detector is installed correctly, a red light will reflect from the hole on the left side of the sample detector. If the red light is not on, install a new sample detector.
Solutions Valve
SODIUM ELECTRODE
BRUSH TOOL
If the EasyLyte is successfully purged, but the error messages

PUMPCAL FAILURE! or FLUID PATH! occur during calibration,
the solutions valve may require maintenance.
Proceed to PUMPCAL TEST? under *DIAGNOSTICS?* in the
SECOND MENU?. Press yes. At the successful completion of the
test, the pumpcal values will be printed. The expected values are
between 500 and 800 (600-1000, Na/K/Ca/pH). If the pumpcal
passes, PUMPCAL OK will appear. If it fails, PUMPCAL
FAILURE! appears.
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If Pump Cal failure continues, remove the solutions valve and flush
each port with warm tap water, then with air. Use the syringe without
the blunt needle. Be careful to hold the valve so that you will not be
sprayed. After successfully flushing all valve chambers, reinstall the
solutions valve. After reassembly, purge the fluid lines by pressing yes
to SOLN PURGE? under *OPER FUNCTS?* in the SECOND
MENU?. Perform a FLUID FLOW TEST? (refer to flow problems),
SAMPLE DET TEST? (refer to sample detector), and PUMPCAL
TEST?. If all tests are successful, perform a calibration in order to proceed with sample analysis. If PUMPCAL FAILURE! or FLUID
PATH! errors continue, install a new solutions valve.
Waste
Pumped
into Pack
Pump
Tube
Connection
Air
Probe
Probe
Hole
Printer
If the EasyLyte printer fails to print, attempt the following procedures:
1 To verify that the printer is turned on, enter the USER
OPTIONS? section of the software menu and answer no to the
question PRINTER OFF?.
2 Check the printer mechanism for any paper obstructions in the
printer head area. Remove any obstructions if possible, without
damaging the printer assembly or paper tear bar.
3 If steps 1 and 2 are successful, but the printer remains inactive,
remove the analyzer power cord for ten seconds, then reinstall
the power cord. Press the paper advance button. The printer
head should move across the paper, and the paper should
advance forward.
If the printer continues to function abnormally, contact your EasyLyte
distributor.
Electromechanical
For a blank display, no power to analyzer, MTS or MTP errors,
etc., do the following:
1 Remove the power cord, wait 5 seconds, then reinstall the power
cord.
2 The EasyLyte should display **NA/K...**, then the sample probe
should move down and back up.
3 CALIBRATE NOW? or ALIGN PROBE/CUP? (when operating
with the Easysampler) should appear on the display.
4 Proceed as normal.
If blank display, no power, MTS or MTP errors continue, contact
your EasyLyte distributor.
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Performance Verification
Periodically, the laboratory may want to verify the analyzers performance. Medica recommends the following procedures:
CALIBRATIONAutomated
1
Press yes to CALIBRATE NOW?.
Standard B and Standard A from the solutions pack are aspirated and measured internally.
ANALYZE BLOOD? indicates a successful calibration. If an

error is displayed, refer to instructions in the Troubleshooting
section.
ACCURACY
1
Calibrate the analyzer.
Using the quality control kit, test each control level three times
and record the data. Repeat this sequence for a total of 3 days.
Refer to the published ranges in the Expected Value Chart.
The mean value (each day) for each parameter should fall within
the published ranges.
PRECISION
1
Collect 5 patient samples.
Analyze each sample 10 times consecutively on the EasyLyte and

record the data.
Calculate the mean, standard deviation and C.V. for each sample.
Compare the C.V. for sodium, potassium and chloride, and the
S.D. for lithium, calcium and pH to the specifications.
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CORRELATION
Use the EasyLyte and a reference analyzer (ISE, flame photometer or other) in the laboratory.
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Collect 20 patient samples (serum is preferable for Na/K/Cl,

and Na/K/Li, whole blood is preferable for Na/K/Ca/pH) and
split in half.
Measure each sample on the EasyLyte and the reference analyzer.
Calculate the difference (Reference analyzer value - EasyLyte

value) for each sample and record.
The laboratory director should determine acceptability.
A U T O S A M P L E R E
AutoSampler
No
Yes
SAFETY BEAM
RETAINER RING
(For Use With
Anti-Evaporation
Sample Cup Covers.)
SAMPLE TRAY
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10. Automated Sampling

The EasySampler provides automated batch sampling of serum, plasma or diluted urine with the EasyLyte Na/K, Na/K/Cl and Na/K/Li
electrolyte analyzers (urine analysis not applicable for lithium).
Whole blood is not recommended because whole blood remains stable for only one hour after collection. However, STAT analysis of
whole blood samples within one hour of collection is acceptable.
EasySampler features a 24 position sample tray which includes 21
sample positions, one stat position, and two quality control positions.
The sample tray holds either 500 l or 2.0 mL sample cups.
The EasyLyte prints the results for each sample in the sample tray,
indicating tray and position number, as well as date and time of
analysis. Analysis of samples is repeated automatically if electrolyte
values fall outside of preset ranges. The ranges are adjustable as
described in the EasyLyte Operators Manual. The operator can also
select a repeat analysis of each sample under the USER
OPTIONS? section of the menu. Sample analysis is stored in the
EasyLyte memory for later retrieval.
Optical Safety Interlock

The EasySampler incorporates an optical safety interlock beam
which detects any obstruction, such as the operators hand, in the
path between the sample probe and the sample cup. The sample
probe and tray motion will cease and a beeping sound will continue
until the obstruction is removed.
EasySampler Features
Twenty-One Sample Positions
Dedicated Normal and Abnormal Quality Control Positions
Dedicated STAT Position for Immediate Sample Measurement
Automatic Repeat Analysis of Samples with Out-of-Range Values
Optional Repeat Analysis of all Samples
Optional Repeat Analysis of all Samples Measured "Hi" or "Low"
Probe Safety Interlock
Sample and Tray Identification
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Installation
Unpacking
Upon arrival, carefully remove the EasySampler and accessories
from the shipping container and place on a level, solid work surface
near its final position. Visually inspect the EasySampler and notify
Medica if you find any shipping damage. For assistance in setting
up your EasySampler please call Medica.
Do not discard the shipping container.
If it becomes necessary to return the EasySampler to Medica, use the
original shipping container. This container was specially designed to
protect the EasySampler and accessories during transportation. Medica
will not be responsible for damage due to inadequate packaging.
Compatibility
The EasySampler is an accessory which can only be operated when
connected to an EasyLyte analyzer. The EasyLyte analyzer provides
supporting electronics and software necessary for power and control
of the EasySampler.
EasyLyte analyzers with serial numbers greater than 6100 contain
software with an EasySampler function to activate or deactivate the
EasyLyte EasySampler. This function is located in the USER
OPTIONS? section of the software menu.
Installed EasyLyte analyzers with serial numbers between 5000 and

6099 require a software Eprom change to operate with the EasyLyte
EasySampler. Call Medica if you require assistance. EasyLyte analyzers with serial numbers below 5000 do not operate with the
EasySampler.
The EasySampler automated sampling system contains an optical
safety beam which detects any obstruction in the path between the
sample probe and the sample cups in the EasySampler sample tray.
An interruption of the beam that runs between the two black domes
on the EasySampler causes the sample probe and the sample tray to
cease movement, triggering a "beep" sound until the obstruction is
removed.
When some EasySamplers are installed near windows, permitting sunlight to contact the two black domes of the EasySampler, the
EasySampler intermittently "beeps", and ceases to function correctly.
Install the EasySampler away from any sunlight to avoid this situation.
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A U T O S A M P L E R
Connect EasySampler to the EasyLyte

Disconnect the power from the EasyLyte analyzer before beginning
the EasyLyte EasySampler assembly procedure.
Carefully position the EasyLyte analyzer on top of the EasySampler
platform so that the EasyLyte rubber feet fit into the four depressions
on the EasySampler platform. Connect the EasySampler cable plug
to the jack marked EasySampler on the rear cover of the EasyLyte.
DO NOT plug in the EasyLyte analyzer power cord at this time.
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Installing the Sample Tray

Important: Install the sample tray on the EasySampler before plugging
in the EasyLyte power cord. Place the sample tray on the black hub
and turn it until the tray drops down on the slot in the hub.
Place retainer ring on sample tray so the notch on the Retainer ring
fits over the tab on the sample tray.
Plug the AC power cord into the back of the EasyLyte. You will hear
a beep. If **Na/K ...AUTO** is displayed, proceed directly to
Step A. If ***Na/K***, ***Na/K/Cl*** or ***Na/K/Li*** is
displayed, proceed as follows to activate the Autosampler.
Proceed as follows:
NOTCH
RETAINER RING
TAB
SAMPLE TRAY
ALIGN RIDGE INSIDE

THE TRAY WITH HUB
SLOT BY TURNING THE
SAMPLE TRAY UNTIL IT
DROPS DOWN ON THE
SLOT IN THE HUB
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1 Press yes.
2 CALIBRATE NOW? is displayed. Press no until SECOND
MENU? is displayed. Press yes.
3 Next, press no until *OPER FUNCTS?* is displayed. Press yes.
4 Next, press no until USER OPTIONS? is displayed. Press yes.
5 Next, press no until EASYSAMPLER? is displayed. Press yes.
6 SAMPLER CONNECTED? is displayed. Press yes.
7 PLEASE CONFIRM! is displayed. Verify that the EasySampler
cable is connected to the back side of the EasyLyte and press yes.
8 ONE MOMENT... is displayed. The EasyLyte will print:
AUTOSAMPLER
**Na/K... auto**
MODE 00A
9 Wait until ALIGN PROBE/CUP? is displayed.
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Align Tray
Do not move or rotate the sample tray by hand. Press yes. The sample tray will rotate and stop. ALIGN PROBE/CUP? is displayed.
To verify the sample probe/cup alignment, press yes. The sample
probe will descend and stop just above the daily cleaner tray position. ALIGN CUP!/CUP ALIGNED? is displayed. Visually inspect
that the tip of the sample probe is centered over the daily cleaner
hole. If the sample probe is centered, press yes and go to step E. If
the sample probe is not centered, proceed with step B.
A Do not allow the sample probe to remain descended with the
ALIGN CUP!/CUP ALIGNED? display for more than 60 seconds. If the probe remains in this position for over 60 seconds,
the probe motor may overheat, requiring removal from power
and a cooling off period before resuming normal function.
B
Grasp the EasySampler and the EasyLyte (at the base) and carefully slide forward so that the front of EasySampler extends
beyond the work surface.
No
Yes
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C Locate the large knob beneath the EasySampler base. Firmly grip
and loosen the knob until the sample tray can move back and forth.
Grasp the sample tray hub with one hand and the loosened knob
with your other hand. Using both hands, maneuver the tray until the
daily cleaner position of the sample tray is centered directly beneath
the sample probe tip. Hold the sample tray in position and tighten
the knob beneath the EasySampler base.
CENTER THE
DAILY CLEANER
HOLE DIRECTLY
BENEATH THE
SAMPLE PROBE TIP
Press yes to ALIGN CUP!/CUP ALIGNED?, and the sample

probe will go up.
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D Grasp the EasySampler and EasyLyte (at the base) and push
back to the original position on the work surface.
No
Yes
Press yes to ALIGNMENT OK?. Press yes to CALIBRATE

NOW? The EasySampler is now fully installed.
If the EASYSAMPLER? feature is activated, but the EasySampler is

not connected to the EasyLyte, the EasyLyte will display
**Na/K...AUTO** and beep repeatedly for 30 seconds, then
display ERROR. At this time, the operator must connect the
EasySampler, or return to the AUTOSAMPLER? question and
answer no to eliminate this communication error. The EasyLyte will
then instruct the operator to disconnect the EasySampler from the
EasyLyte. For more information, see the USER OPTIONS? section
of the EasyLyte Operators Manual.
When in USER OPTIONS?, always answer yes to
AUTOSAMPLER? to keep the EasySampler software active.
Whenever the AUTOSAMPLER? feature is switched on or off, the
EasyLyte printer will print the change. The operator must recalibrate
the EasyLyte after each time the EasySampler is switched on or off.
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Loading the Sample Tray

Sample Cups
Two sizes of sample cups are used with the EasySampler.
The 500 L cup holds enough sample for two analyses of serum or
plasma. The 2.0 mL cup is required for diluted urine samples.
500 L
Before sample analysis can take place, the EasyLyte must be

successfully calibrated. A successful calibration is indicated by
ANALYZE SAMPLES? on the EasyLyte display.
2.0 mL
Sample Placement in the Tray

stat
daily cleaner
al
no
rm
al
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
norm
ab
13
8
9
10
11
12
Place the sample cups in the sample tray beginning with position
No. 1 to position 21. Do not leave any vacant sample positions
between samples. If vacancies are left, AIR IN SAMPLE messages
will be reported by the EasyLyte.
Do not place any patient samples in the QC positions. These
positions are only for Normal and Abnormal QC samples and their
values will be automatically stored as quality control data by the
EasyLyte.
Each cup must have at least 400 L of sample. However, filling the
cup to the raised lip (with 500 L) is suggested, as this allows
enough sample volume for a repeated analysis should the first measured values fall outside of normal ranges. Insufficient sample for any
analysis will result in AIR IN SAMPLE messages.
AntiEvaporation
Cap
Fill Sample
Up To The
Raised Lip
Anti-evaporation caps must be used on the sample cups to assure

accurate sample analysis. After loading the tray with samples, place
the sample cup retainer ring on top of the sample tray. If the retainer
ring is not used, the sample cups will be lifted out of the sample tray
by the sample probe as it moves up and down.
Do not mix urine and serum samples in the same sample tray.
Using Probe Wipers

Probe wiper lifetime is dependent upon the type of sample being aspirated. The recommended probe wiper life for various samples is:
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Sample Type
Number of Samples Per Probe Wiper
Serum
100
Plasma
100
Urine
200
Analyzing Samples
ANALYZE SAMPLES?
STAT TEST?
Yes
No
DAILY CLEANER?
No
QC THIS RUN?
Yes
No
WHEN TURN TRAY MODE IS ON
SAMPLES =_ _
Yes
No
CORRECT?
Yes
No
TRAY AT LAST CUP?
Yes
No
_ _ SAMPLES?
Yes
No
ANALYZING...
TRAY IN PLACE?
Yes
ANALYZING...
Beginning the Sample Run

Running samples is easy. Answer yes to ANALYZE SAMPLES?.
EasyLyte will then ask questions about stat sampling and QC. If you
have loaded quality control samples in the tray, answer yes to QC
THIS RUN?. EasyLyte will then display SAMPLES = 0 0 . Enter
the number of samples by pressing the no button to change the
underlined number. Press the yes button to advance the cursor to the
next column. When the sample number is correct, answer yes to
CORRECT?.
Alternatively, the operator can specify the number of samples by
manually rotating the sample tray so that the last sample cup is
under the sample probe. To activate this option, enter the USER
OPTIONS? section of the EasyLyte menu and press yes to TURN
TRAY MODE?. (See flow chart inside front cover.) Before starting
the sample tray you will be instructed to manually turn the sample
tray to the last sample cup.
When finished entering the number of samples or after turning the
tray to the last sample cup, press yes to CORRECT?. To confirm that
the tray is in place (when all samples are loaded), answer yes to
TRAY IN PLACE?. The EasySampler tray will spin and sample
analysis will begin. EasyLyte then automatically progresses through
the entire sample run, storing and printing results by tray and position number as each sample is processed. Samples whose measured
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values are outside the EasyLytes preset normal ranges will be

labeled low or hi. The date and time are printed at the completion of
the tray. Samples are processed at the rate of one per minute. At the
end of the run, the EasySampler is immediately ready for another
tray of samples. The tray number automatically advances at the
beginning of each run. The tray number is reset to 00 at 12:00 a.m.
(midnight) each day. The sample run can be interrupted at any time
by pressing the no button. To terminate the run, press no to
STAT TEST? and no to CONTINUE TRAY? and yes to PLEASE
CONFIRM!. Never stop a sample tray in progress by hand.
During a tray run the EasyLyte may print an error message. In this
case, the EasySampler will repeat that sample analysis. If three successive error messages (not including AIR IN SAMPLE) occur, the
EasyLyte and the EasySampler will stop and display the error message TRAY FAILURE!!. Follow normal troubleshooting procedures
if this occurs. Refer to the EasyLyte Operators Manual
Troubleshooting section. AIR IN SAMPLE messages may be
attributed to insufficient filling of sample cups.
Sample Analysis Replication

At the operators request, the EasySampler can be programmed to
automatically repeat the analysis of all samples by immediately aspirating a second sample after the first analysis is completed. Results of
each sample replication will be stored and printed. This option is
selected by pressing yes to SAMPLE REPEAT? in the USER
OPTIONS? menu. To repeat all samples press yes to REPEAT ALL
ON?. To repeat only hi or low samples press no, then press yes
to REPEAT HI/LO ON?. To avoid AIR IN SAMPLE messages
from the repeat analysis, you must fill the sample cup with 500 L of
sample.
Urine samples must be diluted one part urine to nine parts urine
diluent before analysis. At ANALYZE URINE?, answer yes. The
EasyLyte will display DILUTED 1:10?. After diluting and loading
the samples, press yes. Tray analysis will begin. Do not mix serum or
plasma specimens with urine specimens in the same tray.
When a sample tray is in progress, never:
1. Manually move or stop the sample tray.
2. Obstruct the safety beam between the black domes.
These situations can create abnormal tray movements, skipping of
sample cups, and sample tray lock-up (MTC, MTS errors).
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Stat Samples
ANALYZE SAMPLES?
STAT TEST?
Yes
No
Yes
TRAY IN PLACE?
Yes
No
STAT IN TRAY?
PUT STAT IN TRAY?
Yes
No
ANALYZING STAT
Na
Cl or Li
No
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A stat sample may be run at any time on the EasySampler, using the
special stat position on the sample tray. Press yes to stat TEST? The
EasySampler will then rotate the sample tray so that the stat sample
position is in front of the operator. Place the stat sample cup in the
tray and press yes to STAT IN TRAY? Analysis will proceed automatically. A stat sample must be placed in a sample cup and loaded
into the sample tray. Do not use vacutainers. Do not hold samples by
hand beneath the sample probe. After stat processing, another stat
sample may be run by pressing yes to STAT TEST?
20
Yes
stat
daily cleane
Observing Last Results

The EasyLyte will print previous sample and stat data by pressing yes
to SEE RESULTS? in the second menu. All data is printed by tray
number.
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Stat Sample Tray Interrupt

The operator can run a stat sample at any time by interrupting a
sample tray in progress. To interrupt a sample tray in progress, simply press the no button. The EasyLyte will display ONE
MOMENT... and will finish processing the patient or QC sample in
progress. The EasyLyte will then display STAT TEST? Press yes to
run a stat sample. After the stat analysis, resume the tray in progress
by pressing no to STAT TEST? and then yes to CONTINUE
TRAY?
ANALYZING...
SAMPLE # _ _
No
ONE MOMENT...
STAT TEST?
Yes
No
STAT IN TRAY?
PUT STAT IN TRAY
Yes
ANALYZING STAT
Na
Cl / Li
Yes
No
STAT TEST?
Yes
No
CONTINUE TRAY?
Yes
No
PLEASE CONFIRM!
Yes
No
ANALYZE SAMPLES?
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Quality Control
ANALYZE SAMPLES?
STAT TEST?
Yes
No
No
QC THIS RUN?
Yes
Quality control samples may be run at any time using the special
QC cup positions on the sample tray. QC samples may also be run
as part of a sample batch run. To perform QC along with the patient
samples, press yes to QC THIS RUN?. QC values for the tray are
printed and stored in EasyLyte memory. EasyLyte will automatically
store up to 20 Normal and 20 Abnormal QC results. Calculation
and print-out of complete statistics can be requested at any time
between runs.
daily cleaner
mal
nor
ab
rm
no
al
When running quality control in the urine mode, use undiluted control samples.
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Daily Cleaner
ANALYZE SAMPLES?
Yes
No
DAILY CLEANER?
Yes
TRAY IN PLACE?
Yes
No
CLEANER IN TRAY?
Yes
No
CLEANING...
REMOVE CUP !!
CUP REMOVED?
Yes
No
***STANDBY***
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EasyLyte requires cleaning at the end of every work day. Pour Daily
Cleaning Solution into the special daily cleaner cup to the fill level as
shown. Press yes to DAILY CLEANER? and yes to TRAY IN
PLACE?. The sample tray will rotate so that the Daily Cleaner position of the tray is in front of the operator. At this point, and not
before, place the daily cleaner cup in the sample tray. Press yes to
CLEANER IN TRAY?. The analyzer will complete the daily cleaning procedure automatically.
stat
daily cleaner
mal
no r
ab
rm
no
al
When cleaning is complete, the EasySampler will return the daily

cleaner cup in front of the operator. EasySampler will beep intermittently until the cleaner cup is removed. After the cup is removed,
press yes to CUP REMOVED?.
Fill Level
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Use the daily cleaner cup when performing USE EXT WASH!
(Troubleshooting Section) or the FLUID FLOW TEST? (Diagnostics?
Section). Fill the cup with Wash Solution or Test Dye Solution and
place in the Daily Cleaner position on the sample tray when performing these procedures. Do not insert the daily cleaner cup into
the sample tray until CLEANER IN TRAY? or DYE IN TRAY? is
displayed. Rinse the daily cleaner cup with water after each test.
The EasySampler has a safety beam that runs between two black
windows positioned above the EasyLyte tray surface. If this beam is
interrupted by any object, the EasySampler will cease operation and
beep until the obstruction is removed. Do not place any object in
the path of the safety beam while the EasySampler is operating.
When the EasySampler is operating, messages such as
OBSTRUCTION!, TURN TRAY HOME!, MTS or MTC indicate
incorrect tray movement or safety beam obstruction. If the EasyLyte
repeatedly displays any of the above messages, follow this procedure:
Remove the power cord from the back of the EasyLyte, then reinstall
it. Check the EasySampler alignment. After aligning and tightening
the tray, answer yes to DAILY CLEANER?, then yes to TRAY IN
PLACE?. The sample tray should spin, and the daily cleaner position should stop in front of the operator. Next, answer no to
CLEANER IN TRAY?. The sample tray should spin and stop with
the daily cleaner position underneath the sample probe/solutions
valve. If this happens, resume normal operation.
If you suspect that the EasySampler is not working properly you can
deactivate the EasySampler and operate the EasyLyte analyzer by
itself. Proceed to the EASYSAMPLER? function in USER
OPTIONS? and press no. The EasyLyte will instruct you to disconnect the EasySampler from the EasyLyte. You can then calibrate the
EasyLyte and operate without the EasySampler. For more information, refer to the *OPER FUNCTS?* section.
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EasySampler Specifications:
Size:
Width: 12.2 inches (31.0 cm)

Depth: 14.0 inches (35.6 cm)
Height: 8.8 inches (22.4 cm)
Weight:
7.0 lbs (3.2 Kg)
Sample:
Serum, Plasma, Urine (diluted)
Throughput:
1 sample per minute
Sample Cup Capacity:
500 L or 2.0 mL
Sample Tray Positions: 21 samples

1 normal QC
1 abnormal QC
1 stat
Power Source:
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EasyLyte Analyzer
Notes:
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11. Display Messages
ABNORMAL STATS?
AIR IN CLEANER
AIR IN CONTROL
AIR IN RINSE
AIR IN SAMPLE
AIR IN STD A
AIR IN STD B
AIR IN WASH
ALIGN PROBE/CUP?
ALL ABNORMAL?
ALL HIGH?
ALL LOW?
ALL NORMAL?
ALL RESULTS?
ANALYZE BLOOD?
*ANALYZE URINE?*
ANALYZE SAMPLES?
ANALYZING...
ASPIRATING...
AUTOCAL?
AUTOSAMPLER?
BLOOD
BLOOD
BLOOD
BLOOD
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Ca LIMITS?
Cl LIMITS?
K LIMITS?
Li LIMITS?
Allows operator to display or print statistics

for abnormal control samples.
Cleaning solution not detected correctly.
Control sample not detected correctly.
Rinse solution not detected correctly.
Sample not detected correctly.
Standard A not detected correctly.
Standard B not detected correctly.
Wash not detected correctly.
Allows operator to check sample probe
alignment.
Allows operator to delete all normal control
results.
Allows operator to delete all stored high
control results.
Allows operator to delete all stored low control results.
Allows operator to delete all stored normal
control results.
Allows operator to display all stored results.
Sample analysis mode for Blood, Serum or
Plasma. The message will only appear when
the analyzer is calibrated.
Urine analysis mode for Na/K/Cl results
only.
Sample analysis mode for Serum or Plasma.
The message will only appear when the
analyzer is calibrated.
Analyzer is measuring sample.
Sample is being drawn into probe.
Allows operator to activate and to set time
for initial daily calibration.
Allows operator to activate or deactivate the
Sampler.
Allows
Allows
Allows
Allows
operator
operator
operator
operator
to
to
to
to
set
set
set
set
normal
normal
normal
normal
Ca range.
Cl range.
K range.
Li range.
D I S P L A Y
BLOOD Na LIMITS?
BLOOD pH LIMITS?
BOVINE?
Allows operator to set normal Na range.

Allows operator to set normal pH range.
Animal species selection under VET MODE?.
Ca HIGH
CAL VALUES?
Calcium result obtained is higher than the

preset normal range (flashing display)
Calcium result obtained is lower than the preset normal range (flashing display)
Allows operator to display last calibration values.
CALIBRATE NOW?
Allows operator to calibrate analyzer.
CALIBRATING...
Analyzer is calibrating.
CALIBRTNG STD A
Electrodes being calibrated with respect to

Standard A.
CALIBRTNG STD B
Electrodes being calibrated with respect to

Standard B.
CANINE?
CAPILLARY SAMPLE?
Allows operator to analyze samples using

Medicas Capillary Adapter Kit.
Ca LOW
M E S S A G E S E
CHANGE DAY/TIME? Allows operator to change date and time.

CHANGE HOUR?
Allows operator to change the hour during

which autocalibration will occur.
CHANGE PACK!
Occurs at 99% pack usage. Pack must be

replaced!
CLEANING...
Analyzer is performing daily cleaning.
Cl HIGH...
Chloride result obtained is higher than the

preset normal range (flashing display).
Cl LOW...
Chloride result obtained is lower than the

CONTINUE?
Analyzer requests confirmation to proceed.
CONTINUE TRAY?
Instructs EasySampler to resume running tray

after Stat sample.
CORRECT?
Analyzer requests confirmation to proceed

when setting patient samples or time.
CORRELATE BLOOD?
Allows operator to establish correlation equations for whole blood, serum and plasma
analysis.
CORRELATE URINE?
Allows operator to establish correlation equations for urine analysis.
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D
M I AS I PNL TA EY N AM NE C
S S
E A G E S
CORRELATED VALUES? Appears under printed results if set correlation option on.
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CORRELATION ON?
Allows operator to view established correlation equations.
C.V. VALUES?
Allows operator to display % C.V.s of

Quality Control results.
DAILY CLEANER?
Allows operator to perform daily cleaning.
DAILY RINSE?
Allows operator to perform daily rinsing.
DAILY SUMMARY?
Allows operator to print summary of daily

results.
*DATE/RANGES?*
Allows operator to set date, time, and

ranges.
DELETE CONTROLS?
Allows operator to delete stored control

results from memory.
DELETE RESULTS?
Allows operator to delete patient sample

results from memory.
*DIAGNOSTICS?*
Allows operator to check key analyzer functions.
DILUTED 1:10?
Request confirmation that urine sample has

been diluted.
DRIFT Ca
Calcium electrode is drifting outside of electrode range.
DRIFT Cl
Chloride electrode is drifting outside of electrode range.
DRIFT K
Potassium electrode is drifting outside of electrode range.
DRIFT Li
Lithium electrode is drifting outside of electrode range.
DRIFT Na
Sodium electrode is drifting outside of electrode range.
DRIFT pH
pH electrode is drifting outside of electrode

range.
DRIFT, RECAL...
Analyzer is automatically recalibrating

because of electrode drift.
ELECTRD VALUES?
Allows operator to display real time electrode millivolt readings.
ENTIRE SUMMARY?
Printed summary of all results in storage.
D I S P L A Y
EQUINE?
***ERROR***
Denotes an error has occurred. Press YES or

NO to determine error.
FELINE?
FLOW TEST FAIL!
Unsuccessful Fluid Flow Test.
FLUID FLOW OK
Successful Fluid Flow Test.
FLUID FLOW TEST?
Allows operator to run red Test Dye to check

fluid flow.
FLUID PATH!
Analyzer is not detecting fluid and/or air

segments when expected.
HIGH CONTROL?
Allows operator to select analysis of high

control.
HIGH STATS?

for high control results.
HOUSING TEMP?
Allows operator to display thermostatted

electrode housing temperature.
I.D. #- - - -
Allows operator to assign an identification

number to patient result.
M E S S A G E S E
INSERT CAPILLARY/CAPILL INSERTED?

Prompts operator to insert a Capillary Tube
into the Capillary Adapter during capillary
sample analysis.
INSTALL ADAPTER/ADAPTER INSTLD?
Prompts operator to install the Capillary
Adapter onto the Sample Probe during capillary sample analysis.
K HIGH...
Potassium result obtained is higher than preset normal range (flashing display).
K LOW...
Potassium result obtained is lower than preset

normal range (flashing display).
LAST CONTROL?
Allows operator to display last control result.
LAST RESULT?
Allows operator to display last analysis

result.
Li HIGH..
Lithium result obtained is higher than the preset normal range (flashing display).
Li LOW...
Lithium result obtained is lower than the preset normal range (flashing display).
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D I S P L A Y
M E S S A G E S
LOW CONTROL?
Allows operator to select analysis of low control.
LOW STATS?

for low control results.
MEAN VALUES?
Allows operator to display mean values of

quality control results.
MTC SEE MANUAL!
Mechanical problem with carousel or obstruction of safety beam.
MTP
Mechanical problem with pump.
MTS
Mechanical problem with probe.
MUST USE CLEANR!
Cleaning Solution must be used before operating the analyzer.
MUST USE RINSE!
Rinse Solution must be used before operating

the analyzer.
MV RANGE Cl
Measured Cl electrode voltage is outside

EasyLyte measurement range.
MV RANGE K
Measured K electrode voltage is outside

MV RANGE Li
Measured Li electrode voltage is outside

MV RANGE Na
Measured Na electrode voltage is outside

Na HIGH...
Sodium result obtained is higher than the

Na LOW...
Sodium result obtained is lower than the preset normal range (flashing display).
***Na/K*** or ***Na/K/Cl*** or ***Na/K/Li*** or

***Na/K/Ca/pH***
Appears when power is connected or

restored after interruption.
NEW PACK INSTLD?
Asks operator to confirm that a new pack

has just been installed.
NEXT SAMPLE?
Operator can proceed to next analysis.
NOISE
Erratic signal coming from electrodes.
NOISE, RECAL..
Analyzer automatically recalibrates after

detecting noise.
NORMAL CONTROL? Allows operator to select analysis of normal

control.
108
D I S P L A Y
NORMAL RANGES?
Allows operator to set normal ranges.
NORMAL STATS?

for normal control results.
M E S S A G E S E
NOT ENOUGH DATA! In order to calculate statistics, the analyzer

requires at least 5 stored control results for
each control level.
OBSTRUCTION
Obstruction of safety beam.
*OPER FUNCTS?*
Allows operator to select On Demand

wash, purge or calibration functions.
OTHER?
Animal species selection under VET MODE?

designated by operator.
*PACK USAGE?*
Allows operator to display % pack expended.
PATIENT ID#?
Allows operator to assign identification number to patients result.
% OF PACK USED
Percentage of solutions pack that has been

expended.
pH HIGH
pH result obtained is higher than the preset

pH LOW
pH result obtained is lower than the preset

PORCINE?
PRINTER OFF?
Allows operator to turn printer function on or

off.
PRINTING...
Printer is printing requested data.
PRINT RESULTS?
Allows operator to print all results stored in

memory.
PRINT STATTICS?
Allows operator to print control summaries.
PRINT SUMMARY?
Prints daily summary of results.
PRINT WKLY SUM?
Prints summary of last five days results.
PROBE IN BLOOD?
Requests operator to confirm that probe is in

blood.
PROBE IN CLEANR?

Daily Cleaning Solution.
PROBE IN CONTROL? Requests operator to confirm that probe is in

control sample.
PROBE IN DYE?

Test Dye Solution.
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D I S P L A Y
M E S S A G E S
PROBE IN RINSE?

daily rinse solution.
PROBE IN URINE?

urine.
PROBE IN WASH?

Wash Solution.
PROBE WIPING ON? Allows operator time to manually wipe the

probe after sample is removed.
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PUMP CAL...
Pump is being calibrated.
PUMPCAL FAILURE!
Failure of Pumpcal Test.
PUMPCAL OK
Successful completion of Pumpcal Test.
PUMPCAL TEST?
Allows operator to test pump calibration.
PURGING STD A
Standard A fluid line is being purged.
PURGING STD B
Standard B fluid line is being purged.
PURGING WASH
Wash Solution fluid line is being purged.
PUT STAT IN TRAY
Instructs operator to place sample in tray.
QC THIS TRAY?
Allows operator to include QC samples in

EasySampler run.
*QUAL CONTROL?*
Allows operator to choose quality control

functions.
REMOVE ADAPTER
Instructs operator to remove the Capillary

Adapter from the Sample Probe during capillary sample analysis.
REMOVE CAPILLARY
Instructs operator to remove the Capillary

Tube from the Capillary Adapter during capillary sample analysis.
REMOVE CONTROL
Requests operator to remove control sample

from probe.
REMOVE CUP!!
Prompts user to remove daily cleaner cup

after usage.
REMOVE SAMPLE
Requests operator to remove sample from

probe.
REPEAT ALL ON?
Allows operator to repeat analysis of all samples in tray.
REPEAT HI/LO ON?
Allows operator to repeat analysis of all samples measured as high or low.
RESET TO 0%?
Sets pack usage percentage counter to 0%.
D I S P L A Y
RINSING
Daily rinse cycle is in progress.
RUN CONTROL?
Quality control analysis mode.
SAMPLE CAL...
Analyzer is calibrating the Sample Detector.
SAMPLE DETECT OK
Successful completion of Sample Detector

Test.
SAMPLE DETECTOR!
Sample Detector readings out of range.
SAMPLE DET. TEST?
Allows operator to test sample detector.
SAMPLE REPEAT?
Instructs EasyLyte to repeat analysis of samples in tray.
SAMPLES =
Allows user to enter number of samples to be

run in batch.
S.D. VALUES?
Allows operator to display Standard

Deviation values of Quality Control results.
SECOND MENU?
Secondary menu selection.
SEE MANUAL!
See Operators Manual for assistance or

explanation.
*SEE RESULTS?*
Allows operator to display or print stored

results.
SEE STATISTICS?
Allows operator to display Mean, S.D., C.V.

values of Quality Control results.
M E S S A G E S E
SELECT LANGUAGE? Allows operator to select one of five languages to operate EasyLyte.
SET CORRELATION?
Allows operator to correlate the analytes to a

reference analyzer or method.
SOLN PACK LOW!
Appears when solutions pack is 88%

expended. Continue operating analyzer.
SOLN PURGE?
Allows operator to purge air from fluid lines.
***STANDBY***
Appears when Analyzer is in Standby mode.
STANDBY IN 1 MIN
Analyzer will go into standby in 1 minute.

(flashing message)
STANDBY MODE?
Allows operator to put analyzer in standby

mode to conserve fluids.
STAT IN TRAY?
Verifies that Stat sample cup has been inserted in tray.
STAT TEST?
Allows operator to initiate run of a Stat sample.
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D I S P L A Y
M E S S A G E S
STATISTICS?
Allows operator to display statistics for all

control results.
STORE RESULT?
Allows operator to store result in memory.
SYRINGE SAMPLE?
Allows operator to adjust probe extension

during analysis to accommodate a syringe.
TESTING...
Analyzer in process of completing a Fluid

Flow Test.
TRAY AT LAST CUP?
Prompts operator to turn tray to last cup to

enter number of samples.
TRAY FAILURE!!
Three successive errors during sample analysis.
TRAY HOME...
Indicates tray turning to confirm position.
TRAY IN PLACE?
Verifies that sample tray is in place.
TRAY TERMINATED
Message printed when user chooses to discontinue testing.
TRY PURGE AGAIN? Allows operator to perform additional purge

after initial failure to purge.
112
TURN TRAY HOME!!
Instructs operator to turn tray to home position.
TURN TRAY MODE?
Allows operator to select the turn tray mode

of entering number of samples.
TRY PURGE AGAIN?
Allows operator to perform additional purge

after initial failure to purge.
URINE Cl LIMITS?
Allows operator to set normal Cl range for

urine.
URINE K LIMITS?
Allows operator to set normal K range for

urine.
URINE Na LIMITS?
Allows operator to set normal Na range for

urine.
USE EXT. WASH!
Wash solution in pack is empty. Operator

must use external wash.
USER OPTIONS?
Allows operator to access the following functions: Probe wiping, Patient ID#, Syringe
Sample, Set Correlation, Vet Mode, Select
Language, AutoSampler, and Printer Off.
VET MODE?
Allows operator to measure animal specimens.
WARMING UP/
PLEASE WAIT...
EasyLyte calcium is not at optimum operating

temperature at 37oC.
D I S P L A Y
WASH?
Allows operator to perform an on-demand

Wash cycle.
WASHING...
Analyzer is washing electrodes.
WASH, RECAL ...
If calibration fails, analyzer does a Wash

and recalibration automatically.
M E S S A G E S E
WEEKLY SUMMARY? Allows operator to print last five days stored

results.
WIPE PROBE
Allows operator time to wipe off sample from

exterior of probe.
!!
Na/K, Na/K/Cl or Na/K/Ca/pH result(s)

out of analyzer measurement range.
*****
Electrode not calibrated, no results reported,

or Lithium result is less than 0.2 mmol/L.
400 mL PACK?
Select for correct solutions pack size.
800 mL PACK?
Select for correct solutions pack size.
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Flow Chart

End of Day Cleaning/Rinsing

Fluid Conservation, Maintenance

Stored Results Displayed, Printed, Deleted

Check % Pack Usage, Install New Pack,

Run Controls, See Last Control,

"On Demand" Calibration, Wash, Rinse 2

Check: Calibration Values

Change Day/Time, AutoCal,

Understanding the EasyLyte Analyzer

Operating the Analyzer

Sample Handling and Collection

Troubleshooting and Performance Verification

10 Automated Sampling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86

1. Understanding the EasyLyte Analyzer

To obtain accurate results, the EasyLyte must be operated with

Summary and Explanation

Many medications and disease states cause temporary imbalance of

Operational Hazards and Precautions

EasyLyte Na/K; Na/K/Cl; Na/K/Li

Solutions Valve Removal

Probe Wiper Removal

Membrane Assembly Removal

REMOVE FILL PLUG

Reference Electrode (Na/K; Na/K/Cl; Na/K/Li)

Reference electrode removal

Reference Electrode (Na/K/Ca/pH)

Reference electrode removal

Building the Electrode Stack

Refer to the electrode packaging for use-life information.

Electrode connectors must be in place to ensure proper operation.

Na/K; Na/K/Cl; Na/K/Li

Short Sample Tube

Loading the Stack

Carefully install the electrode housing into the EasyLyte by pushing

Install the Tubing

Na/K; Na/K/Cl; Na/K/Li

Internal Filling Solution

The internal filling solution must be changed at least every 6 months

Solutions Pack Installation

Remove RED CAPS and LABEL,

Remove the 4 red caps.

The electrodes should be exposed to EasyLyte reagents at all times.

Na/K; Na/K/Cl; Na/K/Li

Remove the solutions pack.

Remove the electrode housing by disconnecting the sample

Remove the sample probe.

Remove the probe wiper.

Remove the solutions valve after disconnecting the pump tube

After initial setup, do not unplug the EasyLyte unless it must be

Use only the printer paper provided by your EasyLyte

Do not permit the printer to operate without printer paper

Do not apply any lubricants, grease, or other materials to the

Printer Tear Bar Removal

Tear Bar Installation

8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity

This interface requires a serial cable from Medica. A telephone-style

Connecting the EasySampler

3. Operating the Analyzer

All secondary menu display headings are bracketed with asterisks.

Select ANALYZE URINE?.