Kirby Lester KL1- Easy-Start Guide - 5DIM-3802-ESG

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Set‐up:
Kirby Lester KL1‐ Easy‐Start Guide ‐ 5DIM‐3802‐ESG
You will need no tools and only 5 minutes to begin using your KL1. It’s that easy!
1. Remove the KL1 from the shipping box. IMPORTANT: Save the shipping box and
packing materials.
2. Let the KL1 warm to room temperature before turning it on for the first time.
3. Insert the funnel into the square collar on the top of the unit.
4. Connect the power cord to the back side of the unit and plug the other end into a
standard outlet. Turn the power switch to “On”.
5. Make sure the clear tray is inserted into the KL1 base.
Operation:
1. Once 4 red zeros appear on the main screen, the KL1 is ready.
2. Pour tablets/capsules as close to the outer edge of the funnel as possible so they gently tumble into the hole.
Do not pour tablets directly into the funnel hole as this may cause counting errors.
3. As you approach your desired quantity, slow your pouring speed and stop at your target count (displayed in red
on‐screen).
4. Select a vial according to the Min. Vial Size indicator (green, in drams).
5. Pour the tablets from the tray into the vial (see right). Use your thumb to flip the spout cover. If you are righthanded,
use your right thumb to flip the cover to the right, thus exposing the left‐most spout hole. If you are
left‐handed, use your left thumb to flip the cover to the left.
6. Return the tray, inserting it completely.
7. The KL1 will automatically reset, and four red zeros will again appear on the main screen.
You are now ready to start counting the next order.
Error Messages – Pour Slower and Partial Pill:
The KL1 is capable of counting up to 15‐18 pieces per second.
If you pour faster than 15/18 per second, the Pour Slower indicator will illuminate in orange (see right). Slow
down immediately.
If you continue to pour too quickly, the 4‐digit display will read O‐S (Over Speed).
Stop, remove tablets from the tray, reinsert the tray and repeat the count.
The KL1 will alert you if it detects a partial tablet/fragment less than 25% (approx.) of a whole tablet. The Partial Pill
indicator will illuminate in orange.
Visually inspect the contents of the tray, remove the partial tablet, and restart the count.
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Special Mode:
Use the “Special Mode” setting to count unique/odd‐shaped tablets or tablets with a hole. Perform a test to ensure
the device can count these items accurately.
To engage Special Mode, press and hold the Zero button until you hear a single beep; then release. The Special
mode light will illuminate in orange.
Count your order. Pour the tablets out of the tray, and reinsert the tray into the KL1.
The KL1 will automatically return to normal mode.
Note: Kirby Lester units will not accurately count clear capsules, and may not accurately count items with a large
hole or odd shape. Contact Kirby Lester Sales to ask about a particular medication.
Inventory Mode:
Use the “Inventory Mode” to conduct a physical inventory or to count a high number of tablets/capsules that may
exceed the capacity of the tray.
To engage Inventory Mode, press the Zero button and hold for approximately 3 seconds. You will hear the KL1
beep once for Special Mode, then beep twice for Inventory Mode. Release the Zero button when you hear it
beep twice. The 4‐digit red display will show “INV” and Special will blink in orange.
Count your order. If you need to empty the tray mid‐count because the amount of tablets you are counting
is about to fill the tray to capacity, stop counting and remove the tray. The KL1’s 4‐digit red display will
remember the quantity at which you stopped. Empty the tablets into another receptacle, reinsert the tray,
and continue to pour the remainder of the tablets.
To exit Inventory Mode, press and hold the zero button until you hear a double beep. The Special light will be
off and not flashing.
Cleaning/Maintenance:
Clean the following components at least once daily. Clean more frequently if your pharmacy dispenses many chalky
medications or if you experience counting errors.
You will need 70% isopropyl alcohol and a lint‐free cloth (not facial tissue, cotton balls or cotton swabs).
A. Power off the KL1.
B. Top Funnel – Remove and clean outside and inside thoroughly with alcohol.
C. Glass Detector Windows – Most counting errors are caused by pill dust accumulating on the edges and corners
of the windows. Clean these windows well.
1. Unscrew the two round thumb screws on top of the device. Remove the square guard, and lift out the
entire inside channel assembly.
2. Wipe off excess dust on the glass windows with a dry cloth. Important: Perform this before using alcohol.
3. (See photo, right) Wet a clean cloth with alcohol and clean the inside of the glass
window holder thoroughly to remove all remaining dust and residue. Carefully
wipe back‐and‐forth, not up‐and‐down. Do not press hard as this may break the
glass windows. Broken windows are not covered under your warranty.
4. Dry glass windows with a clean cloth to remove alcohol streaks.
5. Visually inspect the windows to make sure they are dust‐free and streak‐free.
D. Clear Tray – Clean thoroughly with alcohol. Wipe dry.
E. Tray Sensor Window (located on the KL1 behind the tray). With the tray removed,
clean the sensor window with alcohol (Fig. 15). Wipe dry to remove alcohol streaks.
Kirby Lester, LLC
Service: 800.243.2465 or service@kirbylester.com; Sales: 800.641.3961 or sales@kirbylester.com