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MaxPlus Alpha Cooler®
User Manual | SKU # A12X24-PR, A12X24-PR-C
V2.0 | March 7th, 2022
Drafted by: Tyler Rapp (Packaging Solutions Architect),
Approved by: Dr. Arif Rahman (Director of Research & Development)
User Manual for the MaxPlus Alpha Cooler®
Intended for 1 – 6 °C bedside storage of Red Blood Cells/Cold Plasma with integrated temperature
monitoring capabilities
Website: https://www.packmaxq.com/maxplus-alpha2
Reference Materials: https://www.packmaxq.com/alpha2-reference
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MaxPlus Alpha Cooler®
User Manual | SKU # A12X24-PR, A12X24-PR-C
V2.0 | March 7th, 2022
Contents
1. System Overview ............................................................................................... 4
1.1 System Components ..................................................................................................................................................... 4
1.2 System Accessories ....................................................................................................................................................... 4
1.3 Cooler Specifications ..................................................................................................................................................... 4
1.4 Integrated monitoring system ...................................................................................................................................... 5
1.4.1 Wireless sensor module - ...................................................................................................................................................... 5
1.4.2 Main controller module - ...................................................................................................................................................... 5
1.4.3 System Specifications ............................................................................................................................................................ 5
2. List of buttons and functions on Main Controller ............................................... 6
3. MaxTemp Application Download ....................................................................... 7
3.1 iOS app – Download Now! ............................................................................................................................................ 7
3.2 Android app – Download Now!..................................................................................................................................... 7
3.3 Windows App – Download Now! .................................................................................................................................. 8
4. MaxTemp Software Operating instructions ....................................................... 9
4.1 MaxTemp Android Application ..................................................................................................................................... 9
4.2 MaxTemp iOS Application ........................................................................................................................................... 12
4.3 MaxTemp Windows Application ................................................................................................................................. 14
4.4 Viewing Temperature logs .......................................................................................................................................... 16
4.5 Temperature report generation ................................................................................................................................. 17
4.5.1 Report format .......................................................................................................................................................................... 17
4.5.2 Report retrieval and archiving (download and sharing) .......................................................................................................... 20
5. Cooler Pack-out Configuration & Steps ............................................................ 22
5.1 Gel pack and sensor Pre-conditioning: ....................................................................................................................... 22
5.2 Pack-out Procedure: .................................................................................................................................................... 22
6. Preparing the Cooler for Initial Use .................................................................. 23
6.1 Setting up the temperature monitoring rate (Sample time) ...................................................................................... 23
6.2 Setting up payload temperature range ....................................................................................................................... 25
6.3 Setting up Date and Time on the main controller ...................................................................................................... 25
7. Packing and Issuing the Alpha Cooler (for daily operational use) ..................... 27
7.1 Gel pack and Sensor Preconditioning: ........................................................................................................................ 27
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7.2 Cooler Pack-out: .......................................................................................................................................................... 27
7.3 Start Temperature Monitor ........................................................................................................................................ 27
7.4 Finish Pack-out of the Cooler ...................................................................................................................................... 28
7.5 Retrieve temperature data after cooler return / trip end .......................................................................................... 28
8. Cooler Maintenance ......................................................................................... 30
8.1 Charging the Cooler .................................................................................................................................................... 30
8.2 Sensor Calibration ....................................................................................................................................................... 30
8.3 Wireless Sensor battery change .................................................................................................................................. 30
8.4 Wireless Sensor Re-Pairing ......................................................................................................................................... 31
9. Cleaning Procedures ........................................................................................ 32
10. Cooler Validation instructions ........................................................................ 32
11. FAQs and troubleshooting guide .................................................................... 33
11.1 Wireless sensor ......................................................................................................................................................... 33
11.1.1 Wireless sensor is Turned ON but the blue LED is NOT ON .................................................................................................. 33
11.1.2 Replace battery in the Wireless sensor – Use CR2450 3V Lithium Coin Battery .................................................................. 34
11.2 Main Controller ......................................................................................................................................................... 35
11.2.1 Main controller screen does not turn ON after pressing the ON/OFF button ...................................................................... 35
11.2.2 Main controller stuck in the “Power on wireless sensor” screen ......................................................................................... 36
11.2.3 Main controller screen does not show the Wireless sensor battery level ............................................................................ 36
11.2.4 Red LED flashed 3 times then the main controller screen displays “No SD Card. Please Insert then Reset” ....................... 37
11.2.5 Sample rate will not change with the UP/DOWN button ..................................................................................................... 37
11.2.6 The temperature display screen freezes in the middle of logging ........................................................................................ 37
11.2.7 Buzzer won’t turn off ............................................................................................................................................................ 38
11.3 Application ................................................................................................................................................................ 39
11.3.1 MaxTemp App takes too long to download data or crashes after a while ........................................................................... 39
11.3.2 Main controller is accidentally turned off before downloading the data. ............................................................................ 39
11.3.3 Screen shows ‘SD Card Full’ .................................................................................................................................................. 40
Please NOTE: If you encounter a feature or an issue that is not included in this manual please contact MaxQ Research for help.
Contact us – 405-466-5629 or sales@packmaxq.com
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MaxPlus Alpha Cooler®
User Manual | SKU # A12X24-PR, A12X24-PR-C
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1. System Overview
MaxPlus Alpha Cooler is exclusively designed for hospital transfusion services with MaxQ’s proprietary integrated
monitoring system for actively monitoring blood product temperature inside the cooler and providing comprehensive
status report through a mobile application.
1.1 System
Components
● MaxPlus Alpha Cooler (1)
● Main Controller (1)
● Glycol Buffered Wireless Payload sensor (1)
● S6 blue gel packs (2 units), BP0P white gel packs (3 units)
1.2 System Accessories
● Micro-USB charging cable with power adapter
● SD card reader
● Spare battery for the buffered wireless payload sensor
● USB Bluetooth adapter for communicating with Desktop computer
1.3 Cooler Specifications
● Outer dimensions: 13.25”x13.25”x13.25”
● Inner dimensions: 10”x10”x10”
● Payload dimensions: 6”x10”x8” (LxWxH)
● System Weight: 13.7 lbs. (Excluding payload)
● Payload:
⮚ Type: Red blood cells or Thawed Plasma
⮚ Capacity: 2 to 10 units
⮚ Temperature: 1 – 6 °C
⮚ Validated Storage Duration: Up to 24 hour
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1.4 Integrated monitoring system
1.4.1 Wireless sensor module -
Placed inside the cooler along with the blood products for measuring payload temperature and communicating with
Main controller module.
1.4.2 Main controller module -
Removable controller with a display that can be placed in the lid of the Alpha Cooler.
1.4.3 System Specifications
1 Memory 8GB (SD card, pre-installed)
2 Program Interval 2 minutes (minimum) to 1 hour
3 Temperature Sensor Integrated circuit temperature sensor
4 Resolution 0.1°C
5 Accuracy ±0.5°C
6 Sensor Response Time >2s
7 Operating Temperature -20°C to +70°C
8 Alarm Yes (Audible)
9 Battery 2800mAh Lipo battery
10 Calibration 3 point NIST Traceable Calibration Certificate
12 Mobile Application
Connect to
“MaxTemp”
Mobile Application (FREE Download
from Apple or Google Store)
13 Desktop Application
Windows application “
MaxTemp
” (FREE download from
Microsoft app store)
13 Application Compatibility
Mobile phones running operating systems greater than Android
5.0 or iOS 11
Microsoft windows 10 operating system
14 Data / Report export Built-in PDF report generator in the mobile applications
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2. List of buttons and functions on Main Controller
● ON/OFF Button: ‘Turn ON’ / ‘Turn OFF’ the system
● SELECT Button: SELECT specific user option and to ‘STOP’ temperature data logging operation.
● UP/DOWN Button:
o Move arrow up or down in the user selection menu
o Increase or decrease values
● LCD Display: The LCD display provides the user a visual representation of different options to choose from, after
turning ON the system. During temperature data logging operation, the display shows –
o Date and Time of Last Data Point
o Payload temperature
o Payload status – Not Acceptable if temperature went out of specified temperature range
o Battery Capacity
LCD Display during Data Logging
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3. MaxTemp Application Download
MaxPlus Alpha cooler comes with free iOS and Android mobile applications, as well as a Windows desktop application to
download historical temperature and generate a comprehensive compliance report.
3.1 iOS app – Download Now!
3.2 Android app – Download Now!
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3.3 Windows App – Download Now!
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MaxPlus Alpha Cooler®
User Manual | SKU # A12X24-PR, A12X24-PR-C
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4. MaxTemp Software Operating instructions
Note: DO NOT open the lid of the cooler when connecting with the cooler from a mobile device. This can result in losing
connection with cooler and data loss.
Step 1) The MaxPlus Alpha cooler should be in the temperature logging mode (running) to connect with the MaxTemp
application.
Step 2) Make sure the Bluetooth on your mobile device / computer is turned ON and visible for other devices.
Step 3) Locate the MaxTemp application on your mobile device / computer.
Step 4) Open the application.
Step 5) Select the specific MaxPlus Alpha Cooler that you are attempting to connect – for example the screen below shows
“MAXQ ALPHA A01” cooler. Each MaxPlus Alpha Cooler is designated with a unique number which is labeled on top of the
cooler lid, inside the cooler and on the front face of the wireless sensor.
4.1 MaxTemp Android Application
*Graphics are illustrations for an Android Mobile Device
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After you select the specific cooler, the next screen (shown below) will show the current product status. Each icon on the
application is explained below:
List of Bluetooth enabled
devices
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