Leica Biosystems IPC - Manual (Page 58)

56 Instructions for Use V 1.9 RevD – 05/2013
6.4 Storing the printer
If the printer is not used for a long period of time (up to three months), the
following instructions are to be followed.
Important!
• If the instrument remains connected to the power supply with the power
on, the ink cartridge can remain in the printer up to its expiration date.
• The print head drying out is prevented, because the printer regularly
rinses the print head.
• You MUST ensure that the ink cartridge is replaced according to its
expiration date.
If the instrument is switched off and separated from the power supply, the
following is to be done:
• Open the cover plate (5) on the left side of
the instrument by pressing its top left corner
(see Fig. 36 ). Then push the security latch (86)
forward ( Fig. 61 ).
• Pull the ink cartridge (66) approx. 3 cm out
of the instrument so that the "Ink Empty" LED
lights up.
• Screw the red cap (87) to the shutter (88),
close it securely and take the ink cartridge
out completely.
• Store the ink cartridge in a horizontal position
in a sealed container.
Instructions on the storage location
Fig. 61
88 86
87
66
6. Cleaning and Maintenance
The ink cartridge cannot be used in
another printer, because the ink level
information is stored in the printer
itself.
A printer may be stored for a maximum of three months after follow-
ing the procedure described below. Storing the printer for longer
periods may result in damage to the print head.