unpacking and installation manual
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Unpacking and Installation Manual
Tissue-Tek Prisma® Plus Automated Slide Stainer
Prisma-P-AD, Prisma-P-AS Prisma-P-ED, Prisma-P-ES
DRS-Prisma-P-JD, DRS-Prisma-P-JS DRS-Prisma-P-JCS
Document Code: AK6-QE-006-03 Sakura Seiki Co., Ltd. Date: September 27, 2017 Tokyo, Japan
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Table of Contents
1. Intent of the Document .................................................................................................................................. 12. Important Information ..................................................................................................................................... 1
2-1. Overview .......................................................................................................................................... 1 2-2. Precautionary Indication .................................................................................................................. 1 2-3. Safety Precautions .......................................................................................................................... 2
3. Workflow ........................................................................................................................................................ 34. Tools Required ............................................................................................................................................... 35. Installation Conditions and Environmental Requirements ............................................................................. 46. Unpacking Workspace ................................................................................................................................... 67. Transportation ................................................................................................................................................ 7
7-1. Transportation to Unpacking Workspace ........................................................................................ 7 7-2. Move to Installation Place ............................................................................................................... 7
8. Unpacking Procedure .................................................................................................................................... 88-1. Unpacking the Carton Box .............................................................................................................. 8 8-2. Removing Tape and Foam Packing from the Inside of the Instrument ......................................... 10 8-3. Selecting the Voltage Setting ......................................................................................................... 11 8-4. Checking accessories ................................................................................................................... 12
9. Installation .................................................................................................................................................... 149-1. Positioning the Instrument ............................................................................................................. 14 9-2. Connecting the Water Supply Hose .............................................................................................. 14 9-3. Connecting the Drain Hose ........................................................................................................... 16 9-4. Connecting the Instrument to a Ventilation System ...................................................................... 16 9-5. Installing the Activated Carton Filter .............................................................................................. 17
10. Power-On ................................................................................................................................................... 1811. System Setup Prior to Initial Use ............................................................................................................... 19
11-1. Logon and Language Selection ................................................................................................... 19 11-2. Adjusting the Date and Time ........................................................................................................ 22 11-3. Testing the Barcode Reading ...................................................................................................... 23 11-4. Adjusting the Water Flow Rate .................................................................................................... 25 11-5. Installing the Water Station Nozzle .............................................................................................. 27 11-6. Logoff ........................................................................................................................................... 28
12. Delivery of the Instrument to a Customer .................................................................................................. 2913. Miscellaneous ............................................................................................................................................ 29
13-1. How to determine and settle a problem occurred ....................................................................... 29
Appendix 1 <Installation Procedure for Water Supply Strainer for Prisma–P–ED and –ES Models> 2 <Barcodes for Setup>
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1. Intent of the Document This manual explains the unpacking and installation procedure for Tissue-Tek Prisma® Plus Automated Slide Stainer.
2. Important Information 2-1. Overview
1) This unpacking and installation work must be done by personnel who have a complete understanding of this manual before the work and skills to perform the procedure as described in the manual.
2) The information contained in this manual is important for securing worker safety during the work and avoiding a complaint from customer after installation.
* Follow the procedure and methods described in the manual to finish the work properly. 3) Take care not to damage the instrument during the work. If damage is found or given, contact the
instrument distributor or representative to take proper corrective actions.
2-2. Precautionary Indication Explained below are the symbols used in this manual or on labels attached to the system. The sections and sentences accompanying the following symbols provide particularly important
information for ensuring worker’s safety, preventing instrument failures and improving work efficiency. Be sure to check these symbols, before commencing the work, and observe specified instructions.
The section accompanying this symbol specifies a prohibited item. Always follow the instruction.
Example: No Open Flame
The section accompanying this symbol specifies an action that must be taken. Always follow the instruction.
Example: Grounding
The section accompanying this symbol specifies a cautionary item. Improper handing against the instruction may put worker in danger or damage the system. When only this symbol is indicated, check the operating manual or an appropriate part of this manual for details of precautionary instruction.
Example: Biohazard
Example: High Temperature
Example: Electric Shock
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2-3. Safety Precautions
Following are the items special attention must be paid to during installation of the system.
No Open Flame - Flammable reagents are used in pathology laboratories. It is prohibited to use tools that
may product open flame or sparks (such as an electric screwdriver).
Electric Shock - Check to be sure that a grounding electrode of a power cord is connected to a grounding of
power source. - Check to be sure that the system is free from moisture or droplet condensed from humid air
before beginning the work. If the system is wet, there is a risk of electric shock. Do not touch the system with a wet hand. It may also cause electric shock.
- Avoid wearing metallic accessories during a power-on check on the system. There is a risk of electric shock caused by the accessory contacting with inner parts of the system.
Biohazard - Pathology laboratories may handle infectious specimens. For infection control, be sure to
wear personal protective equipment such as gloves during the work and avoid unnecessary access to components or areas in the system. After the work, treat used protective equipment as appropriate and wash hands thoroughly.
Precautions for Injury and/or Damage by Chemicals - As the system weighs 150kgs, it must be handled by several people to prevent work injury
and accident from occurring by dropping the system on feet or pinching fingers. - Take care not to pinch finders when opening or closing the front cover, top plate or front
door. - Pathology laboratories use organic solvents. Since a laboratory room may not be ventilated
sufficiently, check to be sure that the place where the system is installed is well ventilated before the work. If necessary, wear personal protective equipment such as a mask or respirator during the work.
High Temperature - Some areas are heated inside the system. Before getting access to the drying station unit
and heating station unit, check if they are fully cooled down or wear protective equipment.
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3. Workflow Below is the workflow of installation and system setup.
4. Tools Required Following is a list of tools necessary for the work.
Description Size Q’ty Carrying handles － 4 Phillips screwdriver ISO No.2 1 Adjustable wrench 300mm or wider 1 Spanner or box end wrench Width across flats 24mm 2 Pipe wrench *1 200mm or wider 1
Convex rule 2.5m or longer Measureable rule 1
Level － 1 Cutter － １
*1: It is used to screw a street elbow at installation of ED or ES models
6. Unpacking Workplace
11. System Setup
12. Delivery to User
9. Installation
5. Installation Conditions and Operating Environment
7. Transport to Installation Place
8. Unpacking Procedure
10. Power-on
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5. Installation Conditions and Environmental Requirements
* Confirm that the installation place meets the following conditions of 1) to 4).
1) Confirm in advance that the selected installation place is level and solid, providing sufficient clearance around the system shown in Figure 5-1 (installation space). Confirm that the installation place is free of obstacle that may block the ventilation grill on the back of the system.
2) Confirm that the power source meets the power requirements below. (The instrument has a universal voltage system and is compatible with the following power sources, but the system needs to be switched to a proper power voltage by using four changeover switches.)
Power Requirements ・Single phase, AC100V±10% 50/60Hz 15A or more Outlet with grounding electrode ・Single phase, AC115V±10% 50/60Hz 15A or more Outlet with grounding electrode ・Single phase, AC230V±10% 50/60Hz 7A or more Outlet with grounding electrode
* Forbid the instrument to be used with improver power source, such as 200VAC, that does not satisfy the above requirements.
* Connect the instrument to a dedicated power outlet and line (including a circuit breaker). If not, the circuit breaker will trip and other electrical equipment may be affected when an abnormal condition occurs in the instrument.
● Specifications of power cord provided with the instrument Cord Type Destination Standards Length
For 100/115VAC SFA, SFJ UL/CSA, PSE-approved Approx. 2m
For 230VAC SFE Cord: CENELEC HD, VDE-approved Plug: EN, IEC, VDE-approved Connector: EN, VDE-approved
Approx. 2m
* If the instrument is used in regions where above standards are not applicable to, a different power cord appropriate for use in such a region must be prepared separately.
* Grounding Explain customer about the importance of grounding for safety’s sake and make them understand well. Confirm that the power outlet to be connected is properly grounded with a person in charge of electrical facilities.
3) Confirm that a customer site provides a ventilation system, a local exhaust system or an exhaust port to discharge treated air to the outdoors.
The amount of vapors exhausted from the instrument varies depending on reagents or staining programs to be used and ambient temperature. The discharge amount per hour is listed below as a reference. Based on the values below and a cubic capacity of the installation place, check if a ventilation rate in the place meets the workplace environmental exposure level required. If a ventilation system is not provided, use a 38mm or 75mm dia. exhaust duct connection adapter (option) to connect a duct hose to the exhaust port on the instrument and discharge treated air to the outdoors.
* Maximum amount of exhausted gas per hour (reference) Ethanol : 3.9×10-3 (m3/hr) Xylene : 4.8×10-4 (m3/hr)
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4) Confirm that environmental conditions of the installation place meet the requirements. • Temperature range : +10°C - +40°C • Relative humidity range : 30% - 85% (non-condensing)
* The level of noise emitted from the instrument in operation is 65 dB or less (initial sound level). (A-weighted sound pressure level) Measurement method: JIS Z8737-2:2000 (measurement at the point 1.55m high from the floor and 1.0m away from the front of the instrument)
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Figure 5-1 Overview of Installation Requirements
The instrument has a universal voltage system and connectable to the following power source. ・Single phase, AC100V±10% 50/60Hz 15A or more
Outlet with grounding electrode ・Single phase, AC115V±10% 50/60Hz 15A or more
Outlet with grounding electrode ・Single phase, AC230V±10% 50/60Hz 7A or more
Outlet with grounding electrode Rated power consumption: ・AC100V 50/60Hz : 10A ・AC115V 50/60Hz : 11A ・AC230V 50/60Hz : 5.5A
*1
*1: A clearance required for maintenance of the Prisma Plus installed alone. • When the instrument is linked
to Tissue-Tek Film or Glas g2, secure enough space for the instrument to be linked. <Reference> Approx. 1,050mm, including a clearance for maintenance work Electrical parts are located inside the right of the instrument.
Install the instrument in a place away from water splashesor take a splash-preventive measure.
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6. Unpacking Workspace Dimensions and weight of the packed instrument are indicated below. Check in advance if there is
enough space for safety transportation, unpacking and installation of the instrument.
Dimensions and weight of packed instrument Dimensions and weight of unpacked instrument
Width: approx. 1,500mm Height: approx. 930mm Depth: approx. 900mm
Weight: approx. 210kg
Width: approx. 1,250mm (excluding the display) Height: approx. 630mm Depth: approx. 713mm
Weight: approx. 150kg
Display
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7. Transportation 7-1. Transportation to Unpacking Workspace ・Transport the instrument by a forklift or hand pallet truck. When you use a forklift or hand pallet truck, transport the packaged instrument. Insert the forks into fork insert parts of the pallet shown below. Check the size of a forklift or hand pallet truck in advance with reference to the dimensions of the pallet.
Figure 7-1-1 Dimensions of packed instrument and pallet
<Precautions> * Support the packed instrument with at least two people to prevent accident or instrument
damage caused by being rear-ended or falling over during transportation by a hand pallet truck.
* When transporting the packed instrument, cover a stepped portion of the floor with thin steel plates or something to smooth the path and avoid making an impact on the instrument.
* Pay careful attention to safety transportation. Especially, when rolling the instrument down a sloped floor, keep in mind that the instrument will not be stopped easily once it starts gaining speed as it is very heavy.
7-2. Move to Installation Place (1) Unpack the instrument as instructed in 8. Unpacking Procedure and move to the selected
installation place. (2) If it is allowed to move the instrument by a hand pallet truck, move the instrument close to
the installation place as it is on the pallet. (3) Remove L-shaped brackets that secure the instrument to the pallet. (4) Screw the carrying handle into each threaded hole located at the bottom of each side of the
instrument. Be sure to screw the handle all the way into the hole. (5) Grip the carrying handles, carefully lift up the instrument and move to the installation place
such as a laboratory table.
<Precautions> * To prevent the instrument from falling out of the pallet during transportation by a hand pallet
truck, make sure that the instrument is secured to the pallet by L-shaped brackets before transportation.
* When you push or support the instrument during transportation by a hand pallet truck, be careful where you put hands on because outer panels might deform or the plastic cover might be damaged. (Hold the installed carrying handles to push or support the instrument.)
* Pay careful attention to safety transportation. Especially, when rolling the instrument down a sloped floor, keep in mind that the instrument will not be stopped easily once it starts gaining speed as it is very heavy.
* Clear the way for moving the instrument to the installation place by lifting. Remove in advance obstacles if any.
SideFront
Fork insert part Fork insert part
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8. Unpacking Procedure This section provides the explanation about how to unpack the carton box of the instrument and remove packing materials. Follow the instructions for safe and proper handling.
8-1. Unpacking the Carton Box (1) Cut plastic bands using a cutter. Remove the lid.
(2) Remove all foam packing from the outside of the instrument. Remove the sleeve and plastic bag.
Lid
Sleeve
Plastic bands
・Inspect the carton box before unpacking and make sure that there are no visible signs of damage that might have been caused by an external force during transportation.
NOTE
・Take care not to damage or flaw the instrument during unpacking. ・Carefully remove the accessory box from inside the instrument in a low-impact posture.
CAUTION
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(3) Remove foam sheets inserted on both sides of the front cover. Open the front cover and remove foam packing from between the front cover and front door.
(4) Remove all adhesive tape that holds the top cover in place. Remove foam packing from between the top cover and the accessory box.
テープ
緩衝材
(5) Cut plastic bands and remove the accessory box.
付属品箱
PPバンド
(6) Remove foam packing from under the display arm. Remove bubble wrap from the display.
Tape
Foam packing
Accessory box
Plastic bands
Foam sheets Foam packing
緩衝材
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8-2. Removing Tape and Foam Packing from the Inside of the Instrument (1) Remove foam packing from between the robotic arm and the slide rail.
(2) Remove the tape that fastens the basket holder. Remove foam packing from under the holder.
(3) Remove foam packing from the reservoir trays. Remove foam sheets and plastic band.
(4) Remove the 3-position and 4-position reservoir trays from the inside of the instrument once. Remove foam sheets and adhesive tape that holds wash station nozzles in place.
(5) Make sure that all tape and foam packing material are removed from the instrument.
Foam packing
Foam sheets Tape for wash station nozzles
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8-3. Selecting the Voltage Setting
(1) Remove the voltage selector switch access panel located on the right side of the instrument.
(2) Set the toggle switches on the voltage switch board and the voltage changeover lever to proper positions according to the power voltage. (A total of four switches must be set.)
Supply Voltage 100V/115V Supply voltage 230V
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Flip up all switches Flip down all switches.
Volta
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Tilt the lever to the left. Tilt the lever to the right.
(3) Attach the voltage selector switch access panel to the instrument.
CAUTION:1. Make sure that the instrument is
switched off and the power cord is unplugged before changing the voltage setting.
2. Change the switch positions while holding the voltage switch board with the hand.
• The instrument has a universal voltage system. It is required to select the voltage setting appropriate for a regional supply voltage.
• The default setting is 230V. When the instrument is used in a region using a different voltage, change the voltage setting according to the procedure below. Even when used in a 230V region, make sure that the voltage selector switches are properly set.
• If the instrument is used with a wrong voltage setting, not only the instrument is damaged but operator will be exposed to danger. Make sure that the voltage setting is suited to a regional supply voltage.
CAUTION
Voltage selector switch access panel
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8-4. Checking accessories
* Product models described in this manual are as follows. Note that accessories come with the instrument are different by model.
Product Code Model Description
6170 Tissue-Tek Prisma® Plus, Prisma-P-AD For SFA, with drying capabilities
6171 Tissue-Tek Prisma® Plus, Prisma-P-AS For SFA, with draying, heating and special stain capabilities
6172 Tissue-Tek Prisma® Plus, Prisma-P-ED For SFE, with drying capabilities
6173 Tissue-Tek Prisma® Plus, Prisma-P-ES For SFE, with draying, heating and special stain capabilities
6174 Tissue-Tek Prisma® Plus, DRS-Prisma-P-JD For SFJ, with drying capabilities
6175 Tissue-Tek Prisma® Plus, DRS-Prisma-P-JS For SFJ, with draying, heating and special stain capabilities
6177 Tissue-Tek Prisma® Plus, DRS-Prisma-P-JCS For China, with draying, heating and special stain capabilities
* Check if all accessories (listed below) are included with the instrument and also if the instrument and accessories are free from any damage. If they are damaged or missing, contact the nearest Sakura distributor.
No. Description Q’ty Remarks 1 3-position reservoir tray (duplex stainless steel) *3 3 For 6170, 6171, 6174, 6175, 6177 2 3-position reservoir tray *3 3 For 6172, 6173 3 4-position reservoir tray (duplex stainless steel) *3 3 For 6170, 6171, 6174, 6175, 6177 4 4-position reservoir tray *3 3 For 6172, 6173 5 Control panel protection sheet 1 Already installed 6 Paraffin tray 2 7 Drying station outer cover 2 8 Bushing (bolt cap) 4 9 Heated station reservoir 2 For 6171, 6173, 6175, 6177 10 Water supply hose (with a tap faucet connector) 1 For 6172, 6173, 6174, 6175, 6177 11 Nipple (1/2 inch.) 1 (2) 2 for 6172, 6173 12 Bushing (1/2×3/4 inch.) 1 For 6172, 6173, 6174, 6175, 6177 13 Bushing (processed) 1 For 6170, 6171 14 Drain hose unit (φ38mm×2mm, cuffed) 1 15 L-shaped joint (elbow for drain) 1 16 Spiral wire band 1 17 Hose clamp 1 18 Power cord, AC100/115V power plug 1 Except for 6177 19 Power cord, AC230V power plug 1 20 Ferrite core 1 21 Activated carbon filter 2 22 20-slide basket 10 23 20-slide basket adapter 10 24 Nozzle 4 2 of 4 already installed 25 Nozzle cap with hole 4 2 of 4 already installed 26 Nozzle cap 4 2 of 4 already installed 27 Cap 1 For LAN port, installed 28 Cap 1 For RS232C port, installed 29 Compact flash memory card 1 30 Start/End station identification label 1 3 different labels per set 31 Basket adapter label 1 32 Operating manual (Japanese) 1 For 6174, 6175
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No. Description Q’ty Remarks 33 Operating manual (English) 1 For 6170, 6171, 6172, 6173 34 Operating manual (Chinese) 1 For 6177 35 Medical package insert 1 For 6174, 6175 36 Installation manual (Japanese and English) 1 Except for 6177 37 Installation manual (Chinese) 1 For 6177 38 Warranty and register card 1 For 6174, 6175 39 10-slide basket 10 For 6171, 6173, 6175, 6177 40 10-slide basket adapter 10 For 6171, 6173, 6175, 6177 41 10-slide basket load/unload adapter 3 For 6171, 6173, 6175, 6177 42 Special stain solution reservoir 8 For 6171, 6173, 6175, 6177 43 Special stain reservoir lid 8 For 6171, 6173, 6175, 6177 44 Special stain reservoir tray (duplex stainless steel) 1 For 6171, 6175, 6177 45 Special stain reservoir tray 1 For 6173 46 Standard solution reservoir 22 For 6170, 6171, 6172, 6173, 6177 47 Load/unload reservoir 6 For 6170, 6171, 6172, 6173, 6177 48 Wash reservoir 4 For 6170, 6171, 6172, 6173, 6177 49 Solution reservoir lid 8 For 6170, 6171, 6172, 6173, 6177 50 3-position reservoir lid (duplex stainless steel) 3 For 6170, 6171, 6177 51 3-position reservoir lid 3 For 6172, 6173 52 4-position reservoir lid (duplex stainless steel) 3 For 6170, 6171, 6177 53 4-position reservoir lid 3 For 6172, 6173 54 Standard solution reservoir set *2 1 Optional item or package deal
product For 6174, 6175
consisting of: Solution reservoir 22 Load/unload reservoir 6 Wash reservoir 4 Solution reservoir lid 28
55 Small solution reservoir set *2 1 Optional item or package deal product For 6174, 6175
consisting of: Load/unload reservoir 6 Wash reservoir 4 Solution reservoir lid 6 Small solution reservoir 44 Small solution reservoir lid 44 20-slide basket load/unload adapter 3
56 Strainer 1 For 6172, 6173 57 Street elbow (1/2 inch.) 1 For 6172, 6173
*1: The above accessories are common to all models, except for those with specific product codes mentioned in Remarks.
*2: Customer can select either the standard or small solution reservoir set at the time of purchase (6174 and 6175 models only).
*3: Already installed
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9. Installation 9-1. Positioning the Instrument
(1) Make sure that the place where the instrument is placed on is sturdy, level and capable of supporting at least 150kg of weight.
(2) Lift up the instrument by several people and place it on the installation area. If the installed instrument is unsteady or inclines heavily, adjust the level adjustment feet to make the instrument level. When the instrument is to be linked to Tissue-Tek Film or Glas g2, adjust the leveling feet to adjust the height and tilt of the instrument.
(3) Once the instrument is properly installed, remove the carrying handles and insert the bushing (bolt cap), provided with the instrument, into the threaded holes.
(4) Explain customer that there is an exhaust port on the left side of the instrument for discharging volatile gases from the inside of the instrument.
9-2. Connecting the Water Supply Hose ◇ Water supply system
• Water pressure: Dynamic pressure 0.098 to 0.441 MPa (0.18 MPa or more for ED and ES models) Maximum static pressure 0.74 MPa
• Water temperature Lower than 30°C (no freezing) • Diameter of plumbing Standard water tap faucet with 12mm to 17mm of faucet head
outer diameter The faucet joint of the water supply hose provided with the instrument is not applicable to a
faucet with a different-sized head, a chemical faucet, a bubble-stream faucet aerator and other faucets with a specially-shaped head.)
• The water supply system to be used for the instrument must meet the following requirements to prevent health hazard caused by back-flow: a. The water supply system is not directly connected to public water supply plumbing. b. The water supply system is not directly connected to drinking water supply equipment. c. The water supply system has some measure for preventing backflow caused by an inverted
siphon effect. * Europe: Water supply system in compliance with EN1717:2001, category 4 * Outside Europe: Water supply system in compliance with local laws and regulations
◇ Standard accessories for water supply connection • Nipple (1/2 inch.) • Bushing (1/2x3/4 inch.) or bushing (processed) • Water supply hose
◇ How to connect the water supply hose (1) Attach the nipple (1/2 inch) and the bushing (1/2x3/4 inch.), or bushing (processed), to the
water supply port located at the right bottom of the instrument. Connect the threaded end of the water supply hose to the bushing.
Bushing
Water supply port Nipple Threaded end of the hose
Water supply hose
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* For Prisma-P-ED and –ES models, be sure to attach the strainer provided with the instrument before connecting the water supply hose as instructed above. Position the strainer as appropriate for a clearance available around the instrument with reference to the illustrations below. For details on how to attach the strainer, see the instruction “<Installation Procedure for Water Supply Strainer for Prisma–P–ED and –ES Models>” at the end of this manual.
A space enough for maintenance work is available on the right of the instrument
A space enough for maintenance work is NOT available on the right of the instrument
(2) To remove the faucet joint from the other end of the water supply hose, pull up the lock claw and slide it to the hose side (slide to the direction 2 while holding down the claw 1). Then, draw the faucet joint out of the hose end.
(3) Loosen four screws on the faucet joint. (4) While pushing a black rubber inside the faucet joint against the end of a water tap faucet firmly,
tighten four screws evenly. (5) Tighten the faucet joint by turning a nipple (the white plastic part of the faucet joint). (6) While holding down the lock claw to the hose side, insert the hose end into the faucet joint.
Hook the lock claw on the nipple of the faucet joint. (7) Gently pull the water supply hose with hand to check if the hose does not come out the joint.
1
2
Faucet joint
Lock claw
Faucet joint screw
Faucet joint nipple
Tighten four screws
Water supply hose
Lock claw
Faucet joint nipple
Water supply hose end
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9-3. Connecting the Drain Hose ◇ Drain System
• Drain capability More than 15 liters per minutes • Pressure No backflow pressure • Location Lower than the drain port of the instrument • Requirements a. The drain system is free from backflow pressure, such as a sink and
drainage b. The drain system does not affect environment and human health
even if a staining reagent flows into the system.
◇ Standard Accessories for drain hose connection • Drain hose unit • Spiral wire band • L-shaped joint • Hose clamp
◇ How to connect the drain hose (1) Put one end of the drain hose through the spiral wire band. Insert the L-shaped joint into the
hose mouth. Fasten the L-shaped joint to the hose by tightening the screw of the wire band. (2) Put the L-shaped joint through the hose clamp and connect it to the drain port located at the
rear bottom of the instrument. (3) Tighten the hose clamp to fasten the L-shaped joint. (4) Route the other end of the drain hose to the drain system (a sink or drainage).
* The end of the drain hose should be at least 100mm or higher from the bottom of a sink. * When routing the drain hose, be careful to ensure that the entire length of the hose is lower
than the drain port.
9-4. Connecting the Instrument to a Ventilation System As reagents in the instrument generate volatile gasses, the instrument must be installed in a place
providing a ventilation system, a local exhaust system or an exhaust port to discharge treated air to the outdoors.
In addition, based on a maximum gas concentration estimated from the referential maximum discharge amount and a cubic capacity of the installation place, check if the ventilation system in the installation place has a ventilation rate that meets the workplace environmental exposure level required.
It is desired to install the instrument near a ventilation system. If it is not possible, use a 38mm or 75mm dia. exhaust duct connection adapter (option) to connect a duct hose to the exhaust port on the instrument and discharge treated air to near the ventilation system or to the outdoors. If there is no ventilation system in laboratory, take some kind of measure for discharging treated air to the outdoors by using a duct hose.
* Maximum amount of exhausted gas per hour (reference) Ethanol : 3.9×10-3 (m3/hr) Xylene : 4.8×10-4 (m3/hr)
Drain port
Hose clamp
Spiral wire band
Drain hose L-shaped joint
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◇ Ventilation system • Ventilation device • Local exhaust device • Exhaust port
◇ Optional items for ventilation • 38mm dia. exhaust duct connection adapter • 75mm dia. exhaust duct connection adapter
◇ How to connect the instrument to a ventilation system (1) Attach the 38mm or 75mm dia. exhaust duct connection adapter to the exhaust port at the
back of the left side of the instrument. (2) Insert a duct hose to the connection adapter and fasten it with a hose clamp. (3) Connect the other end of the duct hose to near the ventilation system or local exhaust system
or to the outdoors. * The entire length of the duct hose should be less than 10 meters and not be twisted or
pressed. * Since condensate may be built up inside the duct hose if ambient temperature is low, keep
the duct hose straight all the way and place a drain receiver like a tray under the end of the duct hose.
9-5. Installing the Activated Carton Filter (1) Make sure that the instrument is switched off and the power cord is unplugged. (2) Remove the tape that holds the filter cover. Open the filter cover by pressing down the button
located at the top center of the cover. (3) Place the activated carbon filters side by side in a horizontal position. Close the filter cover.
Filter cover Activated carbon filters
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10. Power-On 1) With referring to the section “8-3. Selecting the Voltage Setting”, make sure that the voltage
selector switches are properly set.
2) Connect the power cord to the power inlet connector located at the lower right side of the instrument.
* Two different power cords come with the instrument. Select the power cord appropriate to the local supply voltage.
3) Make sure that the power switch, located at the bottom right of the front side of the instrument, is set to the OFF position. Plug the other end of the power cord into a power outlet.
CAUTION: Make sure that the power cord is connected to a power outlet with a ground terminal.
4) Set the power switch to the ON position to start up the instrument.
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11. System Setup Prior to Initial Use 11-1. Logon and Language Selection
1) Once the instrument is switched on, the message window titled “Please check…” appears. The default language setting is English. Touch the OK button to close the window.
Fig. 11-1-1 “Please check…” window
2) Touch the Log On button at the bottom left of the Stain Process Monitor screen (logoff status). The Enter Password window (Fig. 11-1-3) appears.
Fig. 11-1-2 Stain Process Monitor screen (Logoff status)
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3) Use the numeric keypad to enter the default password “3141” in the Password Input field in the Enter Password window. Touch the Enter button to close the window and logon the system. The Stain Process Monitor screen (logon status) appears. (Fig. 11-1-4)
Fig. 11-1-3 Enter Password window
4) Touch the Menu button at the bottom right of the Stain Process Monitor screen (logon status) to display the main menu. Then, touch the Utility Menu tab. (Fig. 11-1-5)
Fig. 11-1-4 Stain Process Monitor screen (Logon status)
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5) From the Utility Menu screen, touch the Language Selection button to display the Language Selection screen (Fig. 11-1-6).
Fig. 11-1-5 Utility Menu screen
6) From the Language Selection screen, select the language to be used for system display and then touch the Save button. The screens are displayed in the selected language. (However, the setup procedure in this section uses the English screens.)
Fig. 11-1-6 Language Selection screen
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11-2. Adjusting the Date and Time 1) From the Utility Menu screen (Fig. 11-1-5), touch the System Setup button to display the System
Setup screen.
Fig. 11-2-1 System Setup screen ・Date Format
Select the desired date display format from the options, Year/Month/Day, Month/Day/Year and Day/Month/Year. ・Time Format
Select the desired time display format from the options, 12 hour format and 24 hour format. ・Date and Time
Check the current date and time. Touch the Date and Time button to adjust the displayed date and time, if necessary.
2) Once the Date and Time button is touched from the System Setup screen (Fig. 11-2-1), the Date and Time screen appears. Change the date and time settings.
Fig. 11-2-2 Date and Time screen
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11-3. Testing the Barcode Reading
● If the optional barcode reader is not used, the following procedure is not required. 1) From the Utility Menu screen (Fig. 11-1-5), touch the Service Operations button to display the
Service Operations screen.
Fig. 11-3-1 Service Operations screen
2) Touch the Test Barcode button at the bottom right corner of the Service Operations screen (Fig. 11-3-1). The Test Barcode window is displayed.
Fig. 11-3-2 Test Barcode window
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3) Within 10 seconds of the Test Barcode window (Fig. 11-3-2) being displayed, read either one of the following test barcodes according to the predefined setting.
SFJ type SFA type
When reading the test barcode, check if the barcode reader produces a beeping sound. Then, check if the following barcode data are displayed in the Test Barcode window.
Fig. 11-3-4 Data of Test Barcode
● If Invalid Data is displayed, instead of the above data, even after the SFJ type and SFA type test barcodes have been read each, read the following barcodes (See separate sheet, Barcodes for Setup), and adjust the internal settings of the barcode reader. At this time, any screen may be on the display as no screen operation is needed. After the barcode reader settings have been finished, display the Test Barcode window (Fig. 11-3-2) and read the appropriate test barcode again to check if the test barcode data are properly displayed.
Fig. 11-3-3 Test Barcodes
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11-4. Adjusting the Water Flow Rate
◇ Set the wash reservoirs to be used in place prior to adjusting the water flow rate.
As a factory default setting, two wash station nozzles are installed in two water supply ports at the right of the water supply manifold and two nozzle caps are installed in the two left water supply ports so that two wash stations can be provided at the right of the 4-position reservoir tray. To change the number of wash reservoirs to be used and their positions, refer to the section “11-5. Installing the Wash Station Nozzle.”
◇ Adjustment of Water Flow Rate
Touch the Water Flow button from the Utility Menu screen (Fig. 11-1-5) to set the water supply run-up time for the wash stations. ・Water supply run-up time: The period of time during which water is being supplied to wash
stations in advance of a move of baskets to wash stations during staining.
* The screen samples below are in English although the screens are actually displayed in the language selected in the section 11-1.
1) Set the wash reservoirs to be used in place. Make sure that water is not left in all of the wash reservoirs.
2) Open the water supply valve. 3) Under the Water Flow screen (Fig. 11-4-1), touch the Start button. The run-up time starts to
count up and the Start button is changed to the Stop button. To verify the flow rate, wait until all of the wash reservoirs start to overflow.
4) At the time when water starts to flow from the opening in the back of the wash reservoir, touch the Stop button.
5) The run-up time should be 20 to 30 seconds. To obtain the appropriate time, adjust the opening of the water supply valve. The water flow rate is decreased by turning the valve clockwise and increased by turning it counterclockwise.
6) Once the Stop button is touched, the Save water supply run-up time window (Fig. 11-4-2) appears. If the displayed run-up time is OK, touch the Save button to save the time. If not, touch the Exit button to return to the Water Flow screen (Fig. 11-4-1) for re-adjusting the water flow rate.
7) Remove the wash reservoirs from the instrument and discard water. Replace the wash reservoirs.
8) If necessary, repeat the steps 3) to 6) to adjust the water flow rate.
・When adjusting the water flow rate as instructed below, make sure that water does not leak from the connections of water supply hose and drain hose.
Strict Observance
Water supply valve
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Fig. 11-4-1 Water Flow screen Fig.11-4-2 Save water supply run-up time window
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11-5. Installing the Water Station Nozzle
1) Remove the 4-position reservoir tray for wash reservoirs from the instrument. 2) Remove the nozzle cap or water station nozzle already installed.
To remove the nozzle cap, turn it counterclockwise. To remove the nozzle, turn the nozzle cap with hole counterclockwise to remove, and then pull the nozzle straight up.
3) To block the water supply port, attach the nozzle cap. Make sure that a water leak preventive rubber gasket is seated in the port. Tighten the cap by turning clockwise.
4) To install the nozzle, place a water leak preventive rubber gasket into the water supply port so that a small hole on the gasket aligns with a small hole in the water supply port. Next, insert the nozzle into the port while facing a small protruded part on the underside of the nozzle toward the small port in the port. Lastly, put the nozzle cap with hole onto the nozzle. Tighten the cap by turning clockwise.
Wash station nozzle Nozzle cap
Water supply port
Rubber gasket
Wash station nozzle
Nozzle cap with hole
Nozzle cap
Rubber gasket
Wash station nozzle
Nozzle cap with hole
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11-6. Logoff
1) Touch the Log Off button at the bottom left of the Stain Process Monitor screen (logon status) (Fig. 11-1-4). The confirmation window appears. Touch the Yes button.
Fig. 11-6-1 Logoff confirmation window
2) The confirmation window is closed and the system is in the logged-off status.
Fig. 11-6-2 Stain Process Monitor screen (Logoff status)
3) Subsequent operations Refer to the Operating Manual for details of user operations and instrument behaviors and verify that the instrument works properly.
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12. Delivery of the Instrument to a Customer According to a distributor’s delivery procedure or the operating manual, give full explanation about
the following things to users.
Safety precautions How to operate the instrument How to determine and settle a problem occurred How to ask for regular maintenance service, where to call for service when a problem occurs Miscellaneous
13. Miscellaneous
13-1. How to determine and settle a problem occurred Refer to the section “Troubleshooting” in the operating manual or the information about errors in the service manual or contact the Sakura distributor.
Appendix 1
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<Installation Procedure for Water Supply Strainer for Prisma–P–ED and –ES Models>
According to a clearance available on the right of the instrument, attach the water supply strainer provided with the instrument to the water supply port before connecting the water supply hose.
A. When a clearance of 200mm or more for maintenance work is available on the right of the instrument:
(1) Screw one nipple and bushing into strainer.
(2) Screw the other nipple and strainer assembly into water supply port located on the right side of the instrument.
(3) Screw the water supply hose onto the strainer. Connect the other end of the hose to a faucet or water source, according to the section “9-2. Connecting the Water Supply Hose”.
Appendix 1
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B. When a clearance for maintenance work is 100 to 200mm or less on the right of the instrument:
In this case, a minimum clearance of about 35mm may be needed on the rear of the instrument.
(1) Screw one nipple and bushing into strainer.
(2) Screw the other nipple and street elbow into water supply port located on the right side of the instrument.
(3) Screw strainer assembly into street elbow.
(4) Screw the water supply hose onto the strainer. Connect the other end of the hose to a faucet or water source, according to the section “9-2. Connecting the Water Supply Hose.
Appendix 2
<Barcodes for Setup>
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