User manual LEICA ST4020

[. . . ] Leica ST4020 Small Linear Stainer Operating Manual Leica ST4020 V1. 0 English ­ 02/2010 Always keep this manual with the instrument. Read carefully before working with the instrument. NOTE The information, numerical data, notes and value judgments contained in this documentation represent the current state of scientific knowledge and state-of-the-art technology as we understand it following thorough investigation in this field. We are under no obligation to update the present manual periodically and on an ongoing basis according to the latest technical developments, nor to provide our customers with additional copies, updates etc. For erroneous statements, drawings, technical illustrations etc. [. . . ] · Push both ends of the hose as far as they will go onto the extension connector, and then secure each hose with a cable tie (18). · Finally, check again that the rinsing water container is positioned horizontally on the platform. 24 Operating Manual V 1. 0 ­ 02/2010 5. Operation 5. 1 Switching on the Instrument The instrument MUST be connected to a grounded power socket. Only the power cord provided may be used, which is intended for the local power supply (socket). The protective effect must not be eliminated by an extension cable without a protective grounding conductor. The AC socket used for the power supply must be close to the instrument and easily accessible. 11 12 Fig. 30 5. 2 Control Panel Functions · Before plugging the instrument into the mains, make sure that the main switch (11) on the rear of the instrument is in the OFF ("0") position. · Plug the power cable into mains power supply socket (12) and connect it to the power socket on the wall. If applicable, switch on the switch for the power socket. · Then switch on the main switch (11) on the instrument, (ON = "I"). The control panel consists of a membrane keypad with six pressure keys, and a screen consisting of a two-line display, each line being 16 characters long. This is used for controlling the functions of the instrument and for programming the software. The current state of the stainer and ongoing operations are displayed while a staining task is being processed. · The instrument will take a few seconds to initialize. During this time, the installed version of the software will be displayed on the monitor. · Then, the lift bar performs a circular motion to ensure that the bar is in the correct position at the start of staining. 31 Leica ST4020 25 5. Operation Control Panel Functions (continued) There are six push-buttons on the control panel, and these are used to adjust the operating parameters and control the instrument. The keys have been assigned the following functions: The operating parameters can be displayed and checked with the MENU key. Each time the MENU key is pressed, another one of the six operational parameters will be displayed. Whenever a new setting is made, it will take effect immediately. Furthermore, since all settings are saved in memory, it will automatically be used the next time the system is powered up. The operating parameter that is currently being displayed can be raised or lowered by pressing the PLUS ("+", increases the displayed value) and MINUS ("-", reduces the displayed value) keys respectively. Pressing the PAUSE/STOP key allows the operator to exit the setup menu without changing the parameter currently being displayed. [. . . ] 14 0509 46481 44 Operating Manual V 1. 0 ­ 02/2010 8. Optional accessories Reagent Containers 6 in a pack Order-No. 34 Slide Carriers 4 in a pack Order-No. 35 Rinse Station 1 container, 1 rinse nozzle, 1 fitting, 1 tubing Order-No. [. . . ]