How to fix 'Warning BBD expired' on RAL instruments STAINER?
- WWilliam HardyAug 21, 2025
If you receive a 'Warning BBD expired' message, it means the Best Before Date for your staining kit has passed. To resolve this, change the staining kit.
How to fix 'Warning BBD expired' on RAL instruments STAINER?
If you receive a 'Warning BBD expired' message, it means the Best Before Date for your staining kit has passed. To resolve this, change the staining kit.
Brand | RAL instruments |
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Model | STAINER |
Category | Medical Equipment |
Language | English |
Document's liability and user's obligations for safe operation and compliance.
Explanation of safety and informational symbols used throughout the user guide.
Identification and meaning of symbols found on the RAL Stainer device itself.
Guidelines for correct and intended usage of the RAL Stainer appliance.
Critical safety alerts regarding electrical hazards, handling, and operational risks.
Procedures and considerations for the proper disposal of electronic and biological waste.
Specific instructions for the disposal of electronic waste in compliance with regulations.
Guidelines for disposing of biological samples and chemical reagents safely.
Explanation of the automatic staining process and the appliance's core functions.
Overview of the RAL Stainer's capabilities, including capacity, memory, and features.
Key safety features and mechanisms integrated into the appliance's design.
Physical dimensions and weight specifications of the RAL Stainer appliance.
Electrical requirements, voltage, frequency, and power consumption details.
Recommended operating conditions for temperature and humidity for the appliance.
Conditions for safe transportation and storage of the RAL Stainer.
Contents of the RAL Stainer package, ensuring all components are present.
Requirements for the location and table where the appliance will be installed.
Step-by-step guide for physically setting up the RAL Stainer and its containers.
Instructions for connecting the appliance to the electrical power source.
Guide for connecting the effluent and rinsing liquid containers to the appliance.
Explanation of the icons and symbols displayed on the RAL Stainer's touch screen interface.
Overview of the different screens and their functions within the appliance's interface.
Description of the default screen for initiating and monitoring staining processes.
Details on the functions available on the appliance's settings screen.
Procedure for switching between different user accounts on the appliance.
Accessing machine details, kit status, software versions, and user information.
Explanation of the on-screen keyboard for data input and navigation.
Process for creating users and assigning access levels for appliance operation.
Steps to power on the RAL Stainer and initiate the user code entry.
Procedure for loading staining kits and rinsing solution into the appliance.
Detailed guide on how to correctly insert and identify a staining kit.
Instructions for filling and managing the rinsing liquid container.
Information on memorizing and optimizing staining protocols for reproducible results.
Steps for adjusting staining parameters like time, mixing, and rinsing.
Procedure for selecting and loading a pre-parametered or custom protocol.
Guide on how to load slides into the slide holder and place it in the appliance.
Instructions for placing slides correctly into the slide holder.
Steps for inserting the loaded slide holder into the designated drawer.
Process of launching and monitoring a staining cycle on the RAL Stainer.
Procedure for replacing staining kits and draining reagents.
Steps to safely remove and install a new staining kit in the appliance.
Automatic draining of reagents due to expiry, low level, or exceeded autonomy.
How to put the appliance into standby mode at the end of a work session.
Procedure for completely switching off the appliance for long inactivity.
Instructions for installing and using the software to decrypt traceability files.
Steps for transferring traceability data from the appliance to a USB stick.
Routine cleaning procedures for the appliance's internal and external surfaces.
Weekly procedure to clean the rinsing and draining circuits to prevent bacteria.
Information on replacing the activated carbon filter and resetting its lifespan counter.
Procedures for decontaminating biological samples, reagents, and appliance parts.
List of consumables required for the operation and maintenance of the RAL Stainer.
Description of optional accessories available for the RAL Stainer appliance.
List of error codes, their diagnoses, and recommended solutions for common issues.
Troubleshooting guide for common problems encountered during appliance operation.