The HistoCore SPECTRA CV is an automated coverslipper designed for applying mounting media between a slide and coverglass, preserving specimens, and creating a uniform visual surface for microscopic research on histological and cytological tissue samples for medical diagnosis, such as cancer diagnosis. It is intended for in vitro diagnostic applications and professional use by authorized personnel trained in lab reagents and histology.
Important Technical Specifications:
- Dimensions (L x D x H): Hood closed: 690 x 785 x 615 mm; Hood opened: 690 x 785 x 1060 mm.
- Weight: Empty (without reagents and accessories): 115 kg; Filled (with reagents and accessories): 120 kg.
- Usable Slides: In accordance with DIN ISO 8037-1 (76 mm x 26 mm).
- Coverglass Cartridge Capacity: Exclusively Leica consumables with 300 coverglasses per magazine.
- Coverglass Sizes: Exclusively Leica consumables, 50 mm x 24 mm, thickness: No. 1, in accordance with ISO 8255-1.
- Mounting Medium Application Quantity: Preset value corresponding to coverglass size, with fine adjustment possible by users.
- Types of Mounting Media: Exclusively Leica consumables: X1 mounting medium.
- Mounting Medium Bottle Capacity: At least 1600 slides.
- Racks: Leica rack for 30 slides.
- Oven Temperature (Factory Setting): 40 °C (not changeable).
- Oven Step (Factory Setting): Enabled.
- Nominal Supply Voltages: 100–240 V AC ±10 %.
- Nominal Frequency: 50/60 Hz.
- Power Draw: 1100 VA.
- Fuses: 2 x T16 A H 250 V AC.
- Exhaust Air Performance: 30 m³/h.
- Heat Emission: 1100 J/s.
- A-weighted Noise Level (at 1 m distance): < 70 dB (A).
- Connections: 1 x RJ45 Ethernet (rear) for LAN, 1 x RJ45 Ethernet (front) for service, 2 x USB 2.0 (front) for service & data storage.
- Ambient Conditions (Operation): Temperature: +18 °C to +30 °C; Relative humidity: 20 % to 80 %, non-condensing; Operating elevation: Up to a max. of 2000 m above sea level.
- Ambient Conditions (Storage/Transport): Temperature: +5 °C to +50 °C (storage), -29 °C to +50 °C (transport); Relative humidity: 10 % to 85 %, non-condensing.
Usage Features:
The HistoCore SPECTRA CV features a color touchscreen user interface for programming and operation. It includes a Consumables Management System (CMS) that automatically monitors levels of mounting medium and coverglasses, providing real-time information on remaining quantities and consumption status.
- User Interface: Displays current date, local time, process status, module status, and allows access to parameter settings and user settings. Alarm and notification symbols alert the user to active messages.
- Process Status Display: Shows all racks in process, their respective rack handle colors, estimated remaining time, and time at the end of processing.
- Consumables Management System (CMS): Automatically monitors mounting medium designation, remaining slides, coverglass length, and remaining coverglasses. It displays consumption status via percentage bars.
- Parameter Settings: Allows users (with Supervisor access) to create, modify, and assign rack handle colors to parameter sets, adjusting application volume for mounting medium.
- Oven Settings: The oven can be enabled or shut down. When enabled, it heats to 40 °C to dry coverslipped slides for approximately 5 minutes. The oven step can be excluded if desired, shortening processing time but requiring more careful handling of slides.
- Workstation Mode: The instrument can be operated as a workstation with a HistoCore SPECTRA ST stainer, allowing for an uninterrupted workflow from staining to coverslipping. Racks are automatically transferred, and the system monitors the connection status between the two instruments.
- Manual Rack Removal: In case of instrument malfunctions, detailed instructions are provided for manually removing racks from various positions (load drawer, unload drawer, elevator, rotator, transport arm, oven, transfer station).
- Internal Battery: A high-performance internal battery provides short-term power backup (< 3 seconds) to ensure continuous processing during brief power failures. For longer outages, a controlled shutdown is initiated.
- External UPS Support: An external uninterruptible power supply (UPS) with at least 1100 VA output for 10 minutes is recommended for extended power failure protection.
Maintenance Features:
The HistoCore SPECTRA CV requires regular cleaning and maintenance to ensure optimal performance and safety.
- Cleaning Intervals: Daily, weekly, and quarterly cleaning tasks are recommended.
- Exterior Cleaning: Surfaces, varnished parts, and the instrument hood can be cleaned with mild, pH-neutral household cleaners. Solvents like alcohol, acetone, xylene, or toluene should not be used on varnished or plastic surfaces.
- TFT Touchscreen Cleaning: Clean with a lint-free cloth and suitable screen cleaner.
- Load and Unload Drawers: Regularly check for dirt and reagent residue. Drawer inserts can be removed for cleaning.
- Interior Cleaning: Access to the interior is possible by folding down the unload drawer for cleaning broken glass and mountant residue.
- Prime Bottle: Check for dried-out mountant and clean with xylene if necessary.
- Cannulas for Mounting Medium Bottle: Check for dried residue and contamination, clean with xylene. Filters within the cannulas are replaced by a service technician every two years.
- Needle Cleaning Container: Features an automatic fill level scan. Users must regularly check and refill with xylene. The complete unit can be removed for thorough cleaning if stuck due to dried mountant.
- Needle Cleaning: The needle moves to a maintenance position for cleaning. Heavily soiled needles can be soaked in xylene.
- Coverglass Cartridge: Automatically detected by RFID chip. Users are warned when coverglass is insufficient and guided through replacement.
- Waste Tray: Automatically collects defective/broken coverglass. Users should wear cut-resistant gloves when emptying and cleaning.
- Pick&Place Module: Skids, suction cups, and coverglass sensor pin should be checked for dirt and cleaned. Deformed suction cups must be replaced.
- Reagent Vessels: Must be filled with xylene and cleaned outside the instrument. They can be cleaned in a dishwasher at a maximum of 65 °C.
- Racks and Handles: Regularly check for mounting medium residue. Handles can be removed for cleaning. Racks can be soaked in xylene for 1-2 hours for stubborn dirt and cleaned in a dishwasher at 65 °C.
- Active Carbon Filter: Should be replaced regularly (at least every three months) to reduce solvent vapors.
- Hose System Priming and Cleaning: Quick Prime is required daily or when inserting a new mounting medium bottle to ensure proper flow. Extended Prime is performed after replacing a mounting medium bottle. A comprehensive cleaning function is available for prolonged breaks in use or if mounting quality deteriorates.
- Main Fuses: Instructions are provided for inspecting and replacing main fuses in case of instrument failure.
- Decontamination Certificate: Required for any product returned for service or disposal, ensuring proper cleaning and decontamination of biohazardous specimens.
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