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Questions and Answers

  • J
    Jennifer HallAug 13, 2025
    What to do if cover glasses cannot be taken out or they drop during coverslipping with Sakura Tissue-Tek Glas g2 Laboratory Equipment?
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      Jean LeeAug 13, 2025
      If cover glasses are not being taken out or are dropping during coverslipping with your Sakura Laboratory Equipment, consider the following: * Replace the suction pads on the cover glass arm if they are deteriorated or damaged. * Ensure cover glasses are stored in a place not subject to high humidity, as they may stick together. * Use new cover glasses instead of old ones. * Make sure that two or more cover glasses are not coverslipped together. * Increase the cover glass lifting angle if the current angle is not appropriate.
  • S
    sabrina25Aug 17, 2025
    How to fix Sakura Tissue-Tek Glas g2 Laboratory Equipment when nothing is displayed?
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      William ZimmermanAug 17, 2025
      If nothing is displayed on your Sakura Laboratory Equipment, here are a few things to check: * Ensure the power is turned on. * Verify the power plug is properly connected. * Check the breaker on the facility side to confirm power is being supplied. * If the system power was temporarily cut off, try turning the system power off and then back on.
  • D
    Diana ColonAug 20, 2025
    Why is mounting medium not dispensed in Sakura Laboratory Equipment?
    • K
      Katie WestAug 21, 2025
      If the mounting medium is not dispensing in your Sakura Laboratory Equipment, check these possible causes: * The mounting medium bottle may be empty. Replace the bottle or add mounting medium to the specified level or more. * Mounting medium at the tip of the dispensing nozzle may have solidified. Dissolve the solidified mounting medium using solvent (usually xylene).
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    jeffreygloverAug 25, 2025
    How to prevent cover glasses from cracking in Sakura Tissue-Tek Glas g2 Laboratory Equipment?
    • D
      David BerryAug 25, 2025
      To prevent cover glasses from cracking in your Sakura Laboratory Equipment: * Use cover glasses specified for automatic coverslippers. * Decrease the cover glass lifting angle if it's not appropriate.
  • S
    stevenwaltonAug 28, 2025
    What to do if the processing capacity drops and every other slide is skipped on Sakura Tissue-Tek Glas g2?
    • M
      Makayla JonesAug 28, 2025
      If the processing capacity drops and slides are being skipped on your Sakura Laboratory Equipment, it may be due to the cover-glass level detection function being activated. Press the STOP key and add cover glasses to restore the original processing capacity.
  • S
    Scott MurphySep 1, 2025
    What to do if Sakura Tissue-Tek Glas g2 Laboratory Equipment does not pick up an empty receiving rack?
    • K
      Katherine CollinsSep 1, 2025
      If your Sakura Laboratory Equipment is not picking up an empty receiving rack, ensure that the receiving rack is set properly in the concaved part of the unloading area.
  • S
    Sherri LeonSep 4, 2025
    What to do if a receiving rack remains during operation on Sakura Tissue-Tek Glas g2 Laboratory Equipment?
    • J
      Jennifer AllenSep 4, 2025
      If a receiving rack containing coverslipped slides remains during operation and “OK” is not displayed on the screen, open the unloading door, take out all receiving racks containing coverslipped slides and whose drying time has elapsed, and then close the unloading door.
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    Alexander HallSep 8, 2025
    Why did the Sakura Tissue-Tek Glas g2 system suddenly stop coverslipping?
    • G
      garyhernandezSep 8, 2025
      If the system suddenly stopped coverslipping, it might be due to a power outage. Take remedial action according to “Actions to Be Taken when a Power Outage Occurs.”

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 IconGeneral
BrandSakura
ModelTissue-Tek Glas g2
CategoryLaboratory Equipment
LanguageEnglish

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