Avantik QS11 User Manual

Cryostat QS11 / QS11UV
Avantik
36 Commerce St.
Springfield NJ 07081 / USA
387 779 - English
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Avantik
Cryostat
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Avantik QS11 Specifications

General

Brand	Avantik
Model	QS11
Category	Laboratory Equipment
Language	English

Summary

Certification

Warranty

Intended Use

Safety Precautions

PART 1 INTRODUCTION

1-1 Description of the QS11 / QS11UV

Detailed features and design of the cryostat model.

1-2 Technical data QS11 / QS11UV

Key technical specifications and parameters of the cryostat.

PART 2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

2-1 Setting up the cryostat

Procedures for unpacking and installing the cryostat.

2-2 Initial turn-on

Steps for the first power-on and startup sequence.

2-3 Basic operational rules

Fundamental operating principles and controls for everyday use.

2-4 Cutting process

Instructions for performing cutting movements and retraction.

2-5 Feed

Details on specimen coarse feed and fine feed adjustments.

2-6 Indication of cutting processes

How to read section counters and thickness indicators.

2-7 Knife carriers

Information on standard and disposable blade carriers.

2-8 Module U (Optional)

Guide for the optional UV disinfection module.

2-9 Error code indication

Troubleshooting guide for identifying and resolving instrument error codes.

2-10 Accessories

Lists standard and optional accessories with catalog numbers.

PART 3 THEORY OF OPERATION

3-1 Chamber cooling, defrost cycle

How the cryostat chamber is cooled and the defrost cycle works.

3-2 Cutting movement

Details the mechanics of the microtome's cutting movement.

3-3 Specimen coarse feed and trimming stages

Explains specimen adjustment and trimming procedures.

PART 4 WORKING WITH THE CRYOSTAT

4-1 Preparing the cooling chamber

Steps to prepare the cooling chamber before sectioning.

4-2 Freezing-on the specimen

Methods for attaching specimens to the stage.

4-3 Orientation and trimming

How to orient and trim specimens for sectioning.

4-4 Temperature list for cryo-sectioning

Recommended temperatures for sectioning different tissue types.

4-5 Sectioning and taking off sections

Procedures for performing sectioning and removing sections.

4-6 How to avoid malfunctions

Tips and methods to prevent common operational problems.

4-6-1 Possible sources of errors - cause and removal

Troubleshooting guide for identifying and resolving errors.

PART 5 MAINTENANCE AND CARE OF THE CRYOSTAT

5-1 Shutting-off for cleaning

Steps for safely shutting down the instrument for cleaning.

5-2 Removing the microtome

Instructions on how to remove the microtome unit.

5-3 Cleaning and care of the microtome

Guidelines for cleaning and maintaining the microtome.

5-4 Cleaning the cooling lamella

Procedure for cleaning the cooling lamella.

PART 6 CONDITIONS FOR THE TRANSPORTATION OF THE INSTRUMENT

6-1 Taking back the instrument for repair or routine maintenance

Procedures for returning the instrument for service.

6-2 Disposal of the instrument after final shutdown

Guidelines for environmentally responsible disposal of the instrument.