OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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ThinPrep 2000 Processor Operator’s Manual
OVERVIEW OF LOADING THE THINPREP
®
2000 PROCESSOR
The next four sections describe in detail the methods for loading the ThinPrep 2000 processor. The
following supplies must be loaded into the processor before initiating a sample run:
• PreservCyt sample vial
• ThinPrep Pap test filter
• ThinPrep microscope slide
• Fixative vial
The figure below shows the ThinPrep 2000 processor after loading of the supplies is complete.
Figure 5A-2 ThinPrep 2000 Processor Loaded with Supplies
Slide handler/ejector
Fixative
vial
Fixative
bath holder
Cap seal
Bobbins
Filter assembly
PreservCyt
sample vial
Sample vial
holder
Slide