Hologic ThinPrep Imager Duo Operator's Manual page 76

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O
PERATION OF THE
When loading slides, confirm that:
• ThinPrep
CAUTION
• The coverslip media is dry (wet media could cause equipment malfunc-
Mounting media
must be completely
• The slides are clean (no fingerprints, dust, debris, bubbles). Handle the
dry before loading
slides into the
Imaging Station.
• The coverslip does not extend beyond the surface of the slide.
• The label is applied smoothly, without overhang. (Lifted edges may stick
• The slide is appropriately labeled for use with the ThinPrep Imaging
• Mixed slide ID formats are not allowed in a cassette or a batch.
• Select the slide label format via the User Interface (Data Management/
Each cassette holds up to 25 slides. It is not necessary for the slides to be in any
particular order; slots may be skipped.
3.10 Imager Duo Operator's Manual
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Figure 3-10 Loading Slides into the Cassette
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microscope slides with fiducial marks are being used. The
fiducial marks should not be scratched or marred.
tion).
slides by the edges. Chipped or damaged slides might not be imaged.
during handling, causing broken slides or instrument malfunction.)
System (refer to Slide Labeling, page 3.7).
Lab Settings) to match the format of the slides in the slide cassette.
UO
CORRECT SLIDE POSITION
Empty Slots are OK
INCORRECT SLIDE LOADING:
Multiple Slides
Cocked Slide
Slide Overhangs
Retaining Features
Slide In Backward
(Label Toward the Rear)