User Manual
Table Of Contents
- 1. Important Information
- 1.1 Symbols and their meanings
- 1.2 Qualification of personnel
- 1.3 Intended use of instrument
- 1.4 Instrument type
- 2. Safety
- 2.1 Safety notes
- 2.2 Warnings
- 2.3 Safety features on the instrument
- 3. Instrument Components and Specifications
- 3.1 Overview – instrument components
- 3.2 Specific instrument options
- 3.3 Standard delivery - packing list
- 3.4 Technical Data
- 3.5 Compatible reagents
- 3.6 Recommended reagent handling
- 3.6.1 Cycle for changing reagents
- 4. Instrument Setup
- 4.1 Installation site requirements
- 4.1.1 Moving the instrument
- 4.2 Electrical connection
- 4.2.1 Connecting the power supply
- 4.2.2 Connecting an uninterruptible power supply (UPS)
- 4.3 Installing accessories
- 4.4 Making the data connections
- 4.5 Anti-reflection clip – Function
- 4.6 Alarm functions
- 4.7 Switching the instrument on
- 4.8 Touchscreen functions
- 4.9 Checklist for initial operation
- 4.10 Switching off the instrument
- 5. Operation
- 5.1 Setting up the instrument parameters
- 5.1.1 System setup
- 5.1.2 Access levels
- 5.1.3 INSTALLATION menu
- 5.1.4 Editing the reagent list
- 5.1.5 Viewing the program list
- 5.1.6 Adding and/or modifying programs
- 5.1.7 Favorites
- 5.1.8 Configuring the stations
- 5.1.9 Reagent groups
- 5.2 Reagent handling
- 5.2.1 Draining/filling reagents (other than paraffin)
- 5.2.2 Replacing the paraffin
- 5.3 Running programs
- 5.3.1 Editing a program that has been called up.
- 5.3.2 Starting a program
- 5.3.3 Opening the retort
- 5.3.4 Retort emergency release
- 5.4 Reagent status
- 5.5 System monitor
- 5.6 The online help
- 6. Troubleshooting
- 6.1 General
- 6.2 Power failure
- 6.3 Troubleshooting
- 6.4 Typical fill or drain problems
- 7. Cleaning and maintenance
- 7.1 Clean programs
- 7.1.1 Retort cleaning programs
- 7.1.2 Paraffin cleaning
- 7.1.3 Smart clean
- 7.2 General cleaning steps
- 7.2.1 Daily cleaning and maintenance
- 7.2.2 Periodic cleaning and maintenance
- 7.3 Checklist for preventive maintenance
- 8. Warranty and Service
- Appendix 1
- Notes on Specimen Preparation
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Instructions for Use, V 1.5 RevD – 03/2013
7.3 Checklist for preventive maintenance
7. Cleaning and maintenance
Step Daily Weekly Monthly every
3 months
Lubricate the O-rings of the reagent
container and check them for damage.
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* During
remote filling
and draining
After exiting the retort cleaning program,
wipe the retort and cover dry.
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Clean the outer surfaces of the instrument
with a soft cloth and a very small amount
of xylene.
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Check the retort filter screen for tissue or
paraffin residue.
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Remove paraffin residue from the interior
surface of the paraffin reservoir cover.
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Check the retort lid seal and clean it
if necessary.
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Check the paraffin reservoir lid seal and
clean it if necessary.
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Check the paraffin level and refill if
necessary.
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Check the fill levels of the reagent
containers.
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