PCS®2 Maintenance Seminars

PCS®2 Maintenance Seminars will be offered regionally 12 times during 2012. This highly effective training program is provided at no charge to all plasma center personnel who work with the PCS2. We will continue to provide on-site training classes to customers new to the PCS2 machines. Additional on-site training may be requested on a fee basis.

Upon successful completion of the PCS2 Maintenance Seminar, attendees will receive a certificate that recognizes their increased knowledge and skill set, and is suitable for framing.*

  • Who should attend?
    This three-day course is designed to benefit all staff involved in the repair of the Haemonetics PCS2 (Rev H or higher). This course provides an opportunity for individuals with basic repair skills to update and broaden their knowledge of the PCS2.
  • What are the objectives?
    Upon completion of this course, participants will have a full understanding of how the PCS2 functions, and will also develop skills for troubleshooting and diagnosing  machine issues, allowing them to be able to repair most PCS2 problems.

  • What can I expect?
    Tools will be provided during the seminar. Participants will have the opportunity to disassemble and assemble the PCS2, as well as show their understanding through a written examination on the last day. Each participant must also successfully complete a practical skills assessment for diagnostics and calibration in a one-on-one evaluation with the training instructor.
  • What is expected from me?
    Each attendee is required to complete the PCS2 Service Training CD, and successfully pass the test presented at the end of the training. This must be completed prior to attending the seminar, and the attendee must provide a copy of the Certificate of Completion at the time of registration to be eligible to participate in the PCS2 Maintenance Seminar.

*Attendees must successfully pass a written examination and one-on-one practical skills assessment.
*Haemonetics does not warrant or certify the ability, proficiency, or skills gained by attendees as a result of the training.

2012 Training Dates and Locations

Atlanta: CLOSED
January 10, 11, 12
Hyatt Place - Airport North
3415 Norman Berry Drive
Atlanta, GA 30344
404-768-8484 Phone
404-768-2277 Fax

Dallas: CLOSED
February 7, 8, 9
Doubletree Club, Farmers Branch
11611 Luna Road
Dallas, TX 75234
972-506-0055 Phone
972-506-0030 Fax

Salt Lake City:
March 6, 7, 8 - REGISTRATION CLOSED; class filled 2/10/12
Haemonetics**
12046 Lone Peak Parkway
Salt Lake City, UT 84020
800-356-3560 Phone
866-423-6329 Fax

Atlanta:
April 3, 4, 5 - REGISTRATION CLOSED; class filled 3/14/12
Hyatt Place - Airport North
3415 Norman Berry Drive
Atlanta, GA 30344
404-768-8484 Phone
404-768-2277 Fax

Chicago:
May 1, 2, 3 - REGISTRATION CLOSED; class filled 4/6/12
Holiday Inn & Suites - O’Hare**
10233 West Higgins Road
Rosemont, IL 60018
847-954-8624 Phone
847-954-8628 Fax

Salt Lake City:
June 5, 6, 7 - REGISTRATION CLOSED; class filled 5/8/12
Haemonetics**
12046 Lone Peak Parkway
Salt Lake City, UT 84020
800-356-3560 Phone
866-423-6329 Fax

Chicago:
July 17, 18, 19
Holiday Inn & Suites - O’Hare**
10233 West Higgins Road
Rosemont, IL 60018
847-954-8624 Phone
847-954-8628 Fax

Dallas:
August 7, 8, 9
Doubletree Club, Farmers Branch
11611 Luna Road
Dallas, TX 75234
972-506-0055 Phone
972-506-0030 Fax

Salt Lake City:
September 11, 12, 13
Haemonetics**
12046 Lone Peak Parkway
Salt Lake City, UT 84020
800-356-3560 Phone
866-423-6329 Fax

Chicago:
October 2, 3, 4
Holiday Inn & Suites - O’Hare**
10233 West Higgins Road
Rosemont, IL 60018
847-954-8624 Phone
847-954-8628 Fax

Atlanta:
November 6, 7, 8
Hyatt Place - Airport North
3415 Norman Berry Drive
Atlanta, GA 30344
404-768-8484 Phone
404-768-2277 Fax

Chicago:
December 4, 5, 6
Holiday Inn & Suites - O’Hare**
10233 West Higgins Road
Rosemont, IL 60018
847-954-8624 Phone
847-954-8628 Fax
     
** Recommended Hotels with Haemonetics Rate
 
Country Inn Suites
10499 South Jordan Gateway
Salt Lake City, UT 84095
801-553-1151 Phone
801-553-1161 Fax
 Holiday Inn & Suites - O‘Hare
10233 West Higgins Road
Chicago, IL 60018
847-954-8624 Phone
847-954-8628 Fax		  
8:00   Introduction
Review of agenda, goals, and objectives
8:15   PCS2 component identification and description explanation of function
10:00   Break
10:15   Administrative
  • Monthly reports
  • Parts return process
  • PCS2 repair tool requirements
11:00   Multimeter - demonstration and practical use
  • Resistance (ohm) measurement
  • Voltage measurement (AC & DC voltage)
12:00   Lunch
1:00   PCS2 utilities
  • Configuration
  • Calibration
  • Diagnostics
  • Maintenance
3:00   Break
3:15   Continuation of multimeter, configuration, calibration, and diagnostics
4:00   Verbal quiz
4:45   Daily review and feedback
5:00   Dismissal
8:00   Review from Day One
8:30   Service manual review
  • Parts list
  • Cleaning requirements and demonstration
9:00   Break
9:15   Common error codes and safety system faults
  • Safety system fault interpretation
  • Power supply
9:45   Quiz
10:00   PCS2 disassembly
12:00   Lunch
1:00   Continuation of disassembly
2:00   PCS2 reassembly & trainee assessment/testing
5:00   Dismissal
8:00   Review
8:45   Centrifuge mechanics
  • Cover switch alignment
  • Optics aiming alignment
10:00   Review
11:00   Final written test
12:00   Lunch
1:00   Troubleshooting
3:30   Final calibration and diagnostic
4:30   Wrap-up and verbal feedback
5:00   Dismissal

This course is FREE to all commercial plasma customers using the PCS2. 

Prerequisite: Completion of PCS®2 Service Training CD and PCS2 Online Test.

Complete our Online Registration Form or download and complete our printable registration form and fax it along with the PCS2 Service Training CD Certificate of Completion to Fax 866-423-6329.

  • Registration: Advanced registration is required. Class size is limited and is accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Haemonetics reserves the right to close registration once seating capacity is reached.
  • On-site registration is not permitted.
  • Cancellation within 14 days of the class start date will result in a $100 administrative fee. Haemonetics retains the right to cancel the class if under registered.
  • Once registered, each person will receive a complete agenda confirming date, location, and time.
  • Travel Arrangements: Please note that hotel reservations, transportation, and lodging costs are the responsibility of the participant.

Cancellation within 14 days of the class start date will result in a $100 administrative fee. Haemonetics retains the right to cancel the class if under registered.