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- Page 1 Compass Stainer ™ Operator’s Manual Hologic, Inc. 250 Campus Drive Marlborough, MA 01752 USA Tel: 1-800-442-9892 1-508-263-2900 Fax: 1-508-229-2795 Web: www.hologic.com For Use With Version 1.x.y Software US English AW-18006-001...
- Page 2 Compass™ Stainer. © Hologic, Inc., 2020. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language or computer...
- Page 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS ™ OVERVIEW OF THE COMPASS STAINER........5 Materials Provided .
- Page 4 Preparation Prior to Installation ..........12 Location .
- Page 5 Contrast............. 33 Agitation .
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- Page 7 OVERVIEW OF THE COMPASS™ STAINER The Compass Stainer is an automated stainer designed for use in cytology/anatomical pathology laboratories as a stand-alone, bench top unit for staining histologic and cytologic samples on slides. The system must be operated only according to the instructions contained in this manual and only for its intended use as defined above.
- Page 8 OEM-01084 Fume Shield TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Electrical Characteristics Power Input Voltage: 100–230 VAC, 50/60 Hz Power: 1.0 Amp max Fuse Rating 1 Amp x 250 volts Slo-Blo (Time Delayed) fuse Display 5 volts dc, max 0.5 amp, 8 lines x 20 characters per line presentation, LCD with white LED back light.
- Page 9 Storage/Transportation Conditions Temperature 10-40°C (50 to 102 Humidity 15-80% non-condensing Pressure 28”-32” (70-80 mm) of Hg Functional Capabilities Number of Stations Dedicated Stations 2: one Load Station and one Unload Station Reagent Stations Reagent Volume 350 - 360 ml Number of Programs Up to 15 Steps in a Program Up to 35 Step Duration...
- Page 10 Compass Stainer System Hazards Symbols Used On the Instrument Symbol Title Description Standard Information To indicate that caution is nec- essary when operating the device or control close to where ISO 7000 Graphical symbols for the symbol is placed, or to indi- Caution use on equipment, symbol cate that the current situation...
- Page 11 ISO 15223-1 Medical devices— Authorized Representa- Indicates the Authorized Repre- Symbols to be used with medi- tive in the European Com- sentative in the European Com- cal device labeling and informa- munity munity tion to be supplied, Section 5.1.2 ISO 15223-1 Medical devices— Indicates the manufacturer's Symbols to be used with medi- Catalogue...
- Page 12 Your Responsibility As a Hologic customer, you are responsible for ensuring that devices marked with the symbol shown below are not placed into the municipal waste system unless authorized to do so by the authorities in your area. Please contact Hologic (see below) prior to disposing of any electrical equipment provided by Hologic.
- Page 13 Reclamation Hologic will provide for the collection and proper reclamation of electrical devices we provide to our customers. Hologic strives to reuse Hologic devices, subassemblies, and components whenever possible. When reuse is not appropriate, Hologic will ensure the waste material is properly disposed of.
- Page 14 INSTALLATION WARNING: Service installation only. The Compass Stainer must be installed by personnel who have completed Hologic Service Training. Action Upon Delivery Inspect the packing cartons for damage. Report any damage immediately to the shipper and/or Hologic Technical Support as soon as possible.
- Page 15 If the stainer must be moved, it should be grasped and lifted by the bottom of the housing. If the stainer is to be shipped to a new location, please contact Hologic Technical Support. (Refer to Service Information, page 8.40.) Storage and Handling Post Installation The Compass Stainer may be stored where it is installed.
- Page 16 Shutdown Procedure Remove all racks, cover all baths, close the fume shield. The Stainer can be left ON when not in use or it can be powered down. To power down, press the On/Off switch on the rear of the stainer to OFF. For extended shutdown or if the stainer is to be taken out of service, remove any items that may be on board and close the fume shield.
- Page 17 Fume Shield USB Data Port Power Entry and On/Off Switch Fuse Module Drain Hose Connector (optional) Charcoal Filter Figure 8-3 Compass Stainer - Rear View Description of Various Functional Areas: Display The Compass Stainer uses a 20 character wide x 8 line alpha-numeric passive LCD display for an operator interface.
- Page 18 removing of the sample slide racks from a reagent station and the rotary motion transports the slide rack from one station to another station. USB Data Port The operator can use one of the Utilities to upload the user programs to an optional external flash drive.
- Page 19 This key provides access to various functions for servicing and troubleshooting the system. Access to the Service Mode Function is password protected and is intended for Hologic Service Personnel use only. STOP: This Key is used to either Pause or Stop a Run in progress or exit various Operator Interaction Modes.
- Page 20 The user can start a slide staining run by pressing the RUN key or select the UTILITY mode by pressing UTIL. Once in RUN mode, the user can add another rack without exiting the RUN mode or can initiate a PAUSE or CANCEL the run. Once the run is completed for all the racks that are running, the system will enter the Standby Mode.
- Page 21 OPERATION Operating Procedure Overview 1. Power ON, refer to page 8.13 for instructions. 2. Press ENTER to initialize the system. 3. Ensure that all stations have reagent containers.* 4. Remove all the lids from the reagent containers.* 5. Remove all slide racks (if any are present) from the Stainer. * * Note that the UP arrow can be pressed to elevate the transport arm if it is blocking access to a station.
- Page 22 ENTER PROGRAM #: 0 ENTER: ACCEPT NUMBER Select Program #2 Select Program #1 (for example) RUN PROGRAM #: 1 RUN PROGRAM #: 2 TP_95%_ALC REMOVE BATH COVERS! REMOVE BATH COVERS! ENTER: CONTINUE ENTER: CONTINUE Pre-loaded program for use with User-configured stain program ThinPrep Imaging Once a desired program number is entered (program number followed by the ENTER key), the software will check if the selected program exists in the memory.
- Page 23 Station Time Station # Rack # Program Time remaining for a given rack 1 - 22 1 - 4 remaining for a given rack: Minutes:Seconds Hours:Minutes:Seconds R: S: ST: 2 12 00:04 00:02:48 A total of 4 stain racks _ __ __:__ __:__:__ can be monitored at the _ __ __:__ __:__:__ same time (see...
- Page 24 If the user presses the STOP key to cancel the run, the following screen is displayed. RUN WAS CANCELLED! REMOVE THE RACKS, THEN PRESS ENTER. The user can press the up or down arrow keys to move the transport mechanism at this point to lift the rack from the reagent station and remove it without pushing the transport mechanism sideways.
- Page 25 • If subsequent racks are run after the first rack has begun, the system will only run the same program for the other racks. • The user must wait until a rack is picked up from the Load Station. • When a rack is already running and a new slide rack is inserted into the Load Station, the software must determine the optimal schedule to run all racks simultaneously.
- Page 26 R: S: ST: R: S: ST: 1 03 00:51 00:28:47 1 04 06:26 00:25:55 2 __ __:__ _WAITING 2 01 00:46 00:43:20 _ __ __:__ __:__:__ _ __ __:__ __:__:__ _ __ __:__ __:__:__ _ __ __:__ __:__:__ RUN: ANOTHER RACK RUN: ANOTHER RACK STOP: PAUSE / CANCEL STOP: PAUSE / CANCEL...
- Page 27 Completion of Multiple Racks When processing of a rack is completed, the system drops the completed rack in the UNLOAD station, beeps 5 times and prompts the user to remove the rack. Only after the user confirms that the rack is removed by pressing ENTER, will the system place another rack in the UNLOAD station. While a completed rack is waiting to be removed, the system will continue to process other racks (if they are already running) until it can no longer move a rack to its desired destination.
- Page 28 The Compass Stainer can store up to 15 staining protocols or programs, with the first one pre-loaded ® and locked to accommodate the ThinPrep Stain Protocol for use on the ThinPrep Imaging System. Each program can have up to 35 steps. While running a program the user must place appropriate reagents at proper stations for running a program.
- Page 29 Exit Speed The Compass Stainer allows a selection between Normal and Fast exit speed. Normal speed allows the rack to be removed slowly to minimize reagent carry over from one station to next by allowing more time for the reagent to drain from the rack and slides. Parameter Entry/Selection Scheme ENTER The ENTER key accepts any new numerical data entry (if within a valid range) and advances to the next parameter option selection.
- Page 30 Create a New Program When the PROG key is pressed, the following information is displayed. PRESS 1-9 FOR PROG # Use numbers on keypad to enter program # 1-15 STOP is used to Save and Exit a program STOP: SAVE AND EXIT ENTER: ACCEPT VALUE ENTER is used to accept a value 0: NO, NORMAL SPEED...
- Page 31 If a program already exits, PROGRAM 03 EXISTS! REVIEW = view program REVIEW: VIEW PROGRAM CLEAR = erase entire CLEAR: ERASE IT. program STOP: EXIT. STOP = exit and return to main screen If a program does not exist, the display presents step 1 of a program. The operator programs the actions for the step as described below.
- Page 32 The following screen is shown. Press ENTER to save program ENTER: KEEP CHANGES. SAVE PROGRAM. Press CLEAR to exit CLEAR: LOSE CHANGES. without saving program DO NOT SAVE! WARNING: DELETING SAVING PROGRAM IN NONVOLATILE MEMORY CANNOT BE UNDONE ARE YOU SURE? PLEASE WAIT.
- Page 33 ADD ANOTHER STEP? Press 1 to add another step 1 = YES Press 0 for no new step 0 = NO (return to previous screen) If the user presses ‘0’ to indicate that a new step is not needed, the system returns to the last screen displayed.
- Page 34 Delete a Step To delete the step being reviewed, press the CLEAR key. The following warning is displayed: Delete cannot be undone. WARNING: DELETING Press 1 to delete the step CANNOT BE UNDONE Press 0 to cancel delete action ARE YOU SURE? 1: YES, DELETE STEP 0: NO, DON’T DELETE In the Review Mode, the user can erase the existing program from the memory by pressing the...
- Page 35 Utility Menu The software provides access to the following Utility functions when the UTIL key pressed. 1 CONTRAST 2 AGITATION 3 PROGRAMS 4 PASSWORD 5 EVENT LOG SELECT UTILITY 1-5 Contrast Contrast utility allows the user to adjust the contrast of the LCD display for best looking display ↑↓...
- Page 36 PRESS 1 TO SELECT THE NUMBER OF DIPS. PRESS 2 TO SELECT THE DIPPING STROKE PRESS STOP TO EXIT. DIP STROKE: 20 MM NUMBER OF DIPS: 10 RANGE IS 1 TO 10. ↑↓: OTHER VALUE ENTER: ACCEPT NUMBER ENTER: ACCEPT NUMBER STOP: KEEP PREVIOUS STOP: KEEP PREVIOUS Programs...
- Page 37 Export Programs The export function allows the user to save programs to a USB drive. Place a USB drive in the port at the rear of the stainer. Select Export. The programs will be copied to the flash drive. The instrument beeps every 3 seconds during the transfer.
- Page 38 IMPORTING PROGRAMS COPYING PROGRAMS SUCCESS! FROM USB FLASH DRIVE. PLEASE WAIT... PRESS STOP TO EXIT. The programs are copied from the USB drive. File import complete. Press STOP to The instrument beeps during transfer. exit. When import has completed, press STOP to exit the utility. Remove the USB drive from the port. When the programs are imported, the first program (ThinPrep protocol) is ignored and all remaining programs (2-15) in the stainer memory are overwritten.
- Page 39 Running a staining program DOES NOT require a password entry. To deactivate the password protection, enter 0000 as new password. Event Log Event Log utility provides the information regarding various events that took place during the last run. Every station step and time is recorded. The system captures up to 130 steps and then purges the oldest as newer events are added.
- Page 40 MAINTENANCE General Information • DO switch off the stainer before cleaning • DO NOT use excessive amounts of solvent for cleaning • DO NOT use metal scrapers or sharp objects to remove any residue as this will damage the surface finish and paints. •...
- Page 41 Interior: Remove the reagent containers. Wipe the stainless-steel platform with a regular cleaner and then wipe with water to remove the residue of the cleaner. Transport arm mechanism: Wipe down with a slightly moistened cloth. Outside surfaces: Clean the painted outside surface with a mild detergent and subsequently wipe down with a moistened cloth.
- Page 42 Orders can also be faxed to the attention of Customer Service at 508-229-2795. Warranty A copy of Hologic’s limited warranty and other terms and conditions of sale may be obtained by contacting Customer Service at the numbers listed above. Technical Support For questions about Compass™...
- Page 43 For Technical Support outside USA and Canada: Asia +852 3748 7700 Netherlands 0800 022 6782 Australia +61 2 9888 8000 Norway 800 155 64 Austria 0800 291 919 Portugal 800 841 034 Belgium 0800 773 78 Spain 900 994 197 Denmark 8088 1378 South Africa...
- Page 44 Orders can also be faxed to the attention of Customer Service at 508-229-2795. Warranty A copy of Hologic’s limited warranty and other terms and conditions of sale may be obtained by contacting Customer Service at the numbers listed above. Protocol for Returned Goods For returns on Compass Stainer accessory and consumable items, contact Technical Support.
- Page 45 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Part Number Description Quantity ASY-05576 Compass™ Stainer OEM-01078 Reagent Containers with Lids OEM-01079 Slide Rack 30 position (with RS adapter) OEM-01080 Adapter for 30 Position Slide Rack OEM-01100 Adapter for Sakura or Leica-20 Slide Rack 50077-013 Fuse (pack of 2 fuses) 5x20mm, T, Semko, 1 A 50080-001 Line Cord (USA &...
- Page 46 Investigate the cause for overload and correct the problem before re-starting the system. Display does not power • Communication between • Contact Hologic Technical Support host and the Display controller not working or Display power is interrupted Up-down mechanism •...
- Page 47 Hologic specification for IFW: ≥1.0 megohm-cm Resistivity OR ≤1.0 μSiemens/cm Conductivity (Refer to Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute (CLSI) document C3-A4, 2006) b. See ThinPrep Stain User’s Manual, Section 1, “STAINING” or contact Hologic for current list of Hologic approved clearing agents and mounting medias ™...
- Page 48 Solution stations for staining 95% Reagent Alcohol Fixed ThinPrep Slides Orange alcohol alcohol alcohol solution Distilled alcohol water Bluing solution solution alcohol Distilled water alcohol Rinse solution 100% alcohol Distilled water 100% alcohol Nuclear stain 100% alcohol Distilled water Xylene alcohol Xylene alcohol...
- Page 49 LOAD UNLOAD Worksheet for stain protocols. This worksheet is intended for photocopy use.
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