Leica Autostainer XL Instructions For Use Manual page 25

The display
The display has a backlit LCD with four lines. The fourth line is usually reserved for commands
associated with the function keys
can change.
The keypad
The membrane keypad incorporates 4 function keys and 4 arrow keys. The function keys perform the
actions that appear immediately above them in the fourth line of the display. The arrow keys move the
cursor in the direction indicated. They are also used to select digits and other settings.
Note
Contact with solvents, use of sharp instruments or excessive force may damage the membrane
keypad.
The LED indicators
The four LEDs are located below the arrow keys and have the following functions: The UNLOAD LED
(yellow flashing) indicates that a specimen slide holder has been fully processed and is ready to be
removed from a station (except the exit drawer). The staining LED (yellow) is lit when staining is in
progress. The alarm LED (red) indicates that a malfunction has occurred. The power LED (green) signals
that the power supply voltage is available (ON/OFF switch and ON/STOP switch are both switched ON).
LOAD and EXIT keys and indicators
The LOAD and EXIT keys and associated LED indicators are located adjacent to the load and exit
drawers. For more information, see
5.9.7 Interrupting staining).
Audible signals
There are four different audible signals:
• Short single beep:
• Short double beep:
• Long double beep:
• Continuous tone:
Leica Autostainer XL (ST5010)
[F1] to [F4]. A flashing cursor appears under the settings that the user
(→ p. 34 – 5.9.4 Loading specimen slide holders)
Sounds when a key is pressed.
Wrong key pressed or error message received.
Operator action required to remove a fully processed holder.
Indicates a malfunction.
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