Installing The Instrument; Installation Site Requirements - Leica Autostainer XL Instructions For Use Manual

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Installing the Instrument

4. Installing the Instrument
This chapter provides instructions on how to install the Leica Autostainer XL (ST5010). It also includes
a diagram and detailed description of the instrument's components. The procedure for replacing the
active carbon filter for protection against reagent vapors is outlined as well.
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Installation site requirements

• Required hard surface: 1.09 x 0.67 m
• The laboratory bench must be of sufficient bearing capacity relating to the instrument and must have
a rigid surface.
• The device is intened for indoor use only
• The next power socket must not be further away than the length of the power cord (2.5 m)). Use of an
extension cord is not allowed.
• The instrument needs to be connected to a grounded power supply socket.
• Use only the provided power cord intended for the local power supply
• The instrument must not be installed below any air conditioning system
• Any shaking, direct sunlight and significant current fluctuations need to be avoided
• Proper function is ensured only if a minmum distance of 10 cm is respected towards all walls and any
other fixtures
• The instrument need to be installed in a way that allows easy access to the power switch and the
power plug at the rear side.
• Operation is not allowed in any areas exposed to explosion hazards
• The installation site needs to be protected against electrostatic discharges
• The installation site needs to be well ventilated because chemicals used within the instrument are
highly flammable and unhealty
• Connect the instrument to a laboratory air exhaust system using the dedicated hose (lenghts of 2 m
and 4 m available). Alternatively the instrument can be operated below a fume cupboard. This should
be run in addition to the active carbon filter.
• Please consider that the active carbon filter supports only filtration of hazardous vapors (Xylene)
• The situation at the installation site may vary significantly and depends on existing ventilation,
emissions of other installed devices, the use of solvents, the volume of the room, etc.
• It is the responsibilty of the laboratory owner / laboratory operator to not exceed the legal maximum
permissible values and to take all measures at the working places regarding the solvent vapors. This
includes also corresponding documentation.
• The operator of the instrument needs to make sure that sufficient ventilation is ensured and the
active carbon filter is replaced within the required interval.
• The voltage selector and other internal components are preset by the manufacturer to meet the
power requirements of the respective country of destination.
Warning
The user must not alter the voltage selector setting.
• The Leica Autostainer XL (ST5010) must be connected to a laboratory water tap with a pressure
reducer.
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