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- Page 1 HistoCore Arcadia C Cold Plate Instructions for Use English Order No.: 14039380101 - Revision K Always keep this manual with the instrument. Read carefully before working with the instrument.
- Page 3 Only in this way is it possible to continuously improve the technology and manufacturing techniques used in our products. This document is protected under copyright laws. All copyrights to this documentation are held by Leica Biosystems Nussloch GmbH.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Important Information ..........................Naming conventions ............................5 Symbols in the text and their meanings ....................... 5 Instrument type ..............................8 Intended use of instrument ..........................8 Qualification of personnel ..........................8 Safety ................................Safety notes ..............................9 Warnings ................................. -
Page 5: Important Information
Important Information Naming conventions Note The full name of the device is HistoCore Arcadia C Cold Plate. The device is called HistoCore Arcadia C to ensure that the Instructions for Use are well legible. Symbols in the text and their meanings... - Page 6 Important Information Symbol: Title of the symbol: Alternating current Symbol: Title of the symbol: PE terminal Symbol: Title of the symbol: Article number Order number for standard delivery or accessories. Description: Symbol: Title of the symbol: Serial number Description: Designates the serial number of the instrument. China RoHS Symbol: Title of the symbol:...
- Page 7 Title of the symbol: In the Shockwatch system, a shock dot shows shocks or impacts that are above a specified intensity through red coloration. Exceeding a defined acceleration (g value) causes the indicator tube to change color. HistoCore Arcadia C...
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Page 8: Instrument Type
A nameplate is attached to the back of the instrument and a serial number label is on the side of the instrument. Intended use of instrument The HistoCore Arcadia C is a cold plate for chilling and blocking out histological tissue samples in paraffin blocks. Any other use of the instrument will be considered as improper use! Qualification of personnel •... -
Page 9: Safety
The safety and caution notes in this chapter must be observed at all times. Be sure to read these notes even if you are already familiar with the operation and use of other Leica Biosystems products. These Instructions for Use include important instructions and information related to the operating safety and maintenance of the instrument. -
Page 10: Warnings
Warning To prevent damage to the instrument or the specimen, only accessories authorized by Leica Biosystems may be used. Warnings The safety devices installed in this instrument by the manufacturer only constitute the basis for accident prevention. Operating the instrument safely is, above all, the responsibility of the owner, as well as the designated personnel who operate, service or repair the instrument. - Page 11 • Switch off the instrument each time before servicing, repairing or cleaning, and pull out the power plug. • Failure to observe the instructions specified by the manufacturer may result in damage to the protection provided by the instrument. HistoCore Arcadia C...
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Page 12: Instrument Components And Specifications
Instrument Components and Specifications Instrument Components and Specifications Overview – instrument components Instrument front view Fig. 1 Power switch Heat sink Refrigeration system (inside) Port for power inlet Cooling surface AC fuses Main features of the instrument • The instrument is distinguished by a simple, modular design and a powerful refrigeration unit with precisely controlled cooling performance. - Page 13 Height: 385 mm Weight: 30 kg Dimensions and weights for instrument Order No. 14 0393 57262, 14 0393 57261, 14 0393 57260, 14 0393 57263 Width: 400 mm Depth: 636 mm Height: 384 mm Weight: 32 kg HistoCore Arcadia C...
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Page 14: Setting Up The Instrument
The instrument should not be operated in hazardous locations. Standard delivery – packing list Designation Order No. Basic unit HistoCore Arcadia C 220-240 VAC 14 0393 53599 220-240 VAC, China 14 0393 54102... -
Page 15: Unpacking And Installation
Setting up the instrument Note Please compare the delivered components against the packing list and your order. Should there be any discrepancy, please contact the Leica Biosystems distributor handling your order. Unpacking and installation Note When the instrument is delivered, check the tilt indicators on the packaging. If the arrowhead is blue, the shipment was transported laying flat, was tilted at too great an angle or fell over during transport. - Page 16 Fig. 3 Warning The HistoCore Arcadia C always has to be transported upright and horizontally. It must not be inverted under any circumstances, even for short periods, or stored on one of its sides. It is mandatory to observe a waiting time of 4 hours between the last transport and the first time the instrument is switched on.
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Page 17: Moving The Instrument
It is mandatory to observe a waiting time of 4 hours before the instrument is switched on. Hold the instrument at the front and rear part of the lower housing base and move. Fig. 6 HistoCore Arcadia C... -
Page 18: Power Supply
Setting up the instrument Power supply The HistoCore Arcadia C refrigeration unit requires a specific voltage and frequency (→ p. 12 – 3.3 Technical Data), and is therefore always delivered with a power cord that fits the instrument. Please observe the following notes to prevent damage to the instrument. -
Page 19: Operation
After installation as described in (→ p. 14 – 4. Setting up the instrument), the HistoCore Arcadia C is ready for operation. Switch on the device with the Power switch at the front left of the instrument ("I" = ON). A lamp lights up in the switch to indicate that the unit is operational and the refrigeration unit will start working. - Page 20 Operation To replace the fuse, please proceed as follows: 1. Use a screwdriver to open the fuse holder (→ Fig. 9-1) and remove the fuses (→ Fig. 9-2). Fig. 9 2. Replace them with two new fuses of the same type. 3.
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Page 21: Maintenance And Cleaning
Maintenance instructions Warning Only Leica Biosystems service technicians are authorized to open the instrument for maintenance and repair work. Please observe the following points to ensure the instrument's reliable function over extended periods: •... -
Page 22: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Note If you cannot solve your problem using the help in the following table, please contact your Leica Biosystems customer service organization or the Leica Biosystems dealer from whom you purchased the instrument. Error condition Possible causes Corrective action... -
Page 23: Warranty And Service
The scope of the warranty is based on the content of the concluded agreement. The warranty terms of your Leica Biosystems sales organization or the organization from which you have purchased the contractual product shall apply exclusively. -
Page 24: Decontamination Confirmation
Decontamination Confirmation Decontamination Confirmation Every product that is returned to Leica Biosystems or that requires on-site maintenance must be properly cleaned and decontaminated. You can find the dedicated template of the decontamination confirmation on our website www.LeicaBiosystems.com within the product menu. This template has to be used for gathering all required data. - Page 26 Leica Biosystems Nussloch GmbH Heidelberger Str. 17 - 19 D-69226 Nussloch Germany Tel.: +49 - (0) 6224 - 143 0 Fax: +49 - (0) 6224 - 143 268 Web: www.LeicaBiosystems.com...
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