Sakura Tissue-Tek Glas g2 - User Manual

Summary

INTRODUCTION

Safety Precautions

Essential safety guidelines for operating the automated glass coverslipper.

Instrument Interior (Figure 1-D)

Instrument Interior (Figure 1-E)

Control Panel (Figure 1-F)

Explanation of the controls and functions on the instrument's control panel.

Specifications

Acceptable Dimensions for Slides

Electrical Safety

Details on electrical safety certifications and standards compliance.

Acceptable Dimensions for Cover Glass

Compatible Solvent

Compatible Mounting Medium

INSTALLATION & SETUP

Unpacking

Procedure for safely unpacking the coverslipper instrument.

Environmental Factors

Requirements for the operating environment, including temperature and humidity.

Unpacking the Accessories (Figure 2-A)

Options (Figure 2-B)

Using the Basket Adapter (Figures 2-C & 2-D)

Instructions for installing and using the basket adapter.

Installing the Receiving Rack (Figure 2-E)

Installing the Loading Station

Connecting the Power Cable

Installing the Mounting Medium Bottle Tray

Installing the Dispensing Tray

Cover Glass Tray

Link System

Information on connecting the system to the Prisma stainer.

Exhaust Hose

Installing the Activated Carbon Filters

Installing the Mounting Medium Bottle

Steps for inserting the mounting medium suction tube and sensor.

Adjusting the Gap along the Mounting Medium Bottle

Placing the Cover Glasses

CUSTOMIZATION OF SETTINGS

Initial Priming

Procedure for flushing the mounting medium tubing before first use.

Viewing the Error Log

Creating a Program

Setting up custom coverslipping programs with specific parameters.

Program Lock

Selecting the Start Method

Cleaning the Interior of the Mounting Medium Tubing

Setting the Slowdown Position

Setting the Cover Glass Angle

Setting the Slide Pickup Speed

Setting the Dispense Point

Setting the First Dispense Volume

Setting the Slide Drying Time

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Initial Operation Steps

Steps for turning on the system and performing pre-operational checks.

Routine Checks and Preparation

Preparing Slides and Baskets

Instructions for placing slides into baskets and baskets into the loading station.

Starting and Monitoring the Process

How to start coverslipping and monitor the process via the operation screen.

Operations During Coverslipping

Process Control

Functions for pausing, resuming, and cancelling the coverslipping process.

Ending the Coverslipping Process

Procedures for removing racks and baskets after operation completion.

Handling Power Outages

Actions to take during and after a power outage.

Coverslipping Condition Troubleshooting

Table of common coverslipping issues and their operator actions.

How to Operate the g2 when Linked to the Prisma Tissue-Tek Prisma Slide Stainer

Instructions for setting up and operating the coverslipper linked with a stainer.

How to Start from the Prisma

Steps to initiate the staining and coverslipping process from the stainer.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Troubleshooting Table

A table listing common system conditions, causes, and remedial actions.

Error, Caution, and Warning Handling

Procedures for responding to system errors, cautions, and warnings.

Appendix B: Warnings and Cautions

System Warnings

Critical warnings related to fire hazards, system modification, and electrical safety.

Handling Precautions

Cautions regarding ventilation, power connection, reagents, and system handling.

Sakura Tissue-Tek Glas g2 Specifications

General

Brand	Sakura
Model	Tissue-Tek Glas g2
Category	Laboratory Equipment
Language	English