Alinity m
ABBOTT MOLECULAR INC. · Model 09N26-015
Alinity m Handheld Barcode Scanner.
Intended use: A device that reads and interprets barcodes of various format. A barcode is typically an electronically readable information strip consisting of parallel, vertical stripes and spaces of variable thicknesses which can also be presented in two or more layered information levels. This device may have the capability of storing the read data and downloading this into other data systems when this is required.
Key tips
- ·When no category-specific guidance fits, default to the manufacturer's own service manual and the general troubleshooting method in the Engineer's Guide.
- ·Run an incoming and annual electrical safety test regardless of how niche the device is.
Typical Failure Modes
Compiled for this model from its own documentation and established engineering knowledge for this equipment class - not from a verified service record. Confirm against the manufacturer's service manual.
Run / assay failure with control or calibration errors
HighSymptoms: Invalid results, failed internal controls, calibration out of range across an assay.
Root cause: Reagent or amplification-consumable issue, a pipettor / dispense fault, or an optics / thermocycler fault.
Sample or reagent pipettor fault
MediumSymptoms: Short aspiration, no dispense, clot or liquid-level errors, pipettor-crash alarm.
Root cause: Clogged or bent pipettor tip / probe, or a drive fault.
Thermocycler / amplification block fault
HighSymptoms: Amplification failures, temperature-uniformity alarm.
Root cause: Thermocycler block, Peltier, or temperature-sensor fault.
Optics / detection fault
MediumSymptoms: Low or noisy fluorescence signal, channel-specific failures.
Root cause: Excitation source or detector degradation, or a dirty optical path.
Fluidics / wash fault
MediumSymptoms: High carryover, wash-pressure or waste alarms.
Root cause: Wash pump, tubing, or a blocked probe wash station.
Serviceable Parts & Consumables
Serviceable items for this model, compiled from its documentation and engineering knowledge for this equipment class. Service class and relative cost are estimates, not manufacturer figures; no part numbers are given. Confirm intervals and pricing against the manufacturer.
Sample / reagent pipettor tips / probe
Class Frequent wear itemRel. cost $$R&R Moderate
Thermocycler / amplification block
Class Major service partRel. cost $$$$R&R Expert-level
Optical excitation source / detector module
Class Major service partRel. cost $$$$R&R Difficult
Wash pump / fluidics tubing
Class Frequent wear itemRel. cost $$R&R Moderate
Amplification consumables / reagents
Class ConsumableRel. cost $$R&R Easy
| Part | Service class | Relative cost | R&R difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sample / reagent pipettor tips / probe | Frequent wear item | $$ | Moderate |
| Thermocycler / amplification block | Major service part | $$$$ | Expert-level |
| Optical excitation source / detector module | Major service part | $$$$ | Difficult |
| Wash pump / fluidics tubing | Frequent wear item | $$ | Moderate |
| Amplification consumables / reagents | Consumable | $$ | Easy |
Relative cost: $ lowest · $$$$ highest service-part cost for this equipment class. Not a price.
PM Checklist
Preventive-maintenance tasks typical of this equipment class. Perform to the manufacturer's procedure and your facility's policy - this is general reference, not a schedule for this specific unit.
- ·Follow the manufacturer's PM schedule
- ·Perform incoming and annual electrical safety testing per facility biomedical program
Troubleshooting Approach
A starting sequence for this model, compiled from its documentation and engineering knowledge for this equipment class. Follow the manufacturer's service documentation for the actual procedure.
Symptom: Assay / control failure
- Repeat with fresh reagents and consumables and re-run controls.
- Check the pipettor for clogs and the fluidics for leaks.
- Run the instrument's optics and thermocycler diagnostics.
- Review error logs for a recurring station or channel.
- Escalate a confirmed thermocycler or optics fault to Abbott.
Symptom: Pipettor fault
- Inspect the probe / tip for a bend or blockage.
- Run the fluidics prime / wash.
- Check for a clot in the sample.
- Verify liquid-level sensing and probe positioning.
- Replace the probe / tips if aspiration is still short.
Technical Specs
- Storage Environment Temperature
- 15°C to 30°C
- MRI safety
- Labeling does not contain MRI Safety Information
- Sterile
- No
- Single use
- No
- FDA distribution status
- In Commercial Distribution
- Device type (GMDN)
- Barcode reader
- FDA product classification
- real time Nucleic acid amplification system
- Manufacturer support
- +1(800)553-7042 · customerservice@abbottmolecular.com
Typical Location
Where this class of equipment is typically deployed - general reference, not this unit's own placement record.
- Varies by device - check the unit's own manual for facility placement guidance
Documents & Manuals
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