Section 3: Operating Instructions, Page 3—1
Section 3: Operating Instructions ........................................................................... 3-3
General Guidelines for Optimal Staining ........................................................................................3-3
Operating Procedures.......................................................................................................................3-3
Start the Instrument .................................................................................................................3-3
Prime the Tubing .....................................................................................................................3-4
Load the Blood Smear Slides ....................................................................................................3-5
Stain the Smears .....................................................................................................................3-6
Clean the Tubing after Use .......................................................................................................3-7
Turn the Instrument Off at the End of the Day .............................................................................3-7
Stain Pak Replacement ....................................................................................................................3-7