Leica Biosystems PELORIS_PELORIS II - Manual (Page 24)

Hardware
Leica PELORIS™ User Manual Rev K © Leica Biosystems Melbourne Pty Ltd 2011 24
This chapter describes the main features of Peloris instrument.
See sections:
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2.1 Switching On and Shutting Down
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2.2 Retorts
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2.3 Wax Bath
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2.4 Reagent Cabinet
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2.5 Touch-screen
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2.6 External Vapor Removal Systems
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2.7 Alarm Connections
2.1 Switching On and Shutting Down
Under normal conditions keep the Peloris on at all times, even when idle for extended periods. Shut
down for servicing or if moving the instrument.
Start
1. Plug the power cable into the mains socket and switch on the power.
2. Press the power button to start the instrument.
Normal Shutdown
For a normal shutdown the instrument must be idle with no protocols or other operations in
progress:
1. Tap the shutdown button on the Function bar to shut down the software in an orderly
manner.
2. Wait for the touch-screen to go blank then press the power button to remove all power from
the instrument.
3. Switch the power off at the mains socket and pull out the power cable.
Emergency Shutdown
For emergency shutdown, press the power button immediately.
If conditions permit, switch the power off at the mains socket and pull out the power cable.