Leica Biosystems ST5020 - Manual (Page 16)

16 Instructions for Use, V1.9, RevD - 12/2012
3.5 Container system
Reagent container
The Reagent containers can be individually removed for filling.
For use, fill the reagent containers to the line marked on the inside
(approx. 450 ml capacity) and place into position in the instrument consis-
tent with the programs you wish to run.
Ensure that the reagent containers are correctly seated and that the
handles (1) are over to the side and will not obstruct slide rack movement.
Lids (6) are provided to reduce evaporation while the reagent containers
are not in use.
The Load and Exit drawer containers (E25 and L36) can be filled with a re-
agent if desired.
However, the instrument will not control the immersion time in these sta-
tions.
Wash stations
The wash system consists of five (optional six) wash stations each ca-
pable of holding one slide rack. Water enters the wash station through a
connection piece (2) in the base and exits from the overflow lip (3) at the
top left hand edge.
Wash stations have a locating pin (4) and can only be inserted
one way. Take care when fitting or removing wash stations as
excessive force may damage the O-ring (5) used as a seal.
Lubricate the O-ring seal before fitting a wash station.
To use the wash system, slowly turn the laboratory tap on fully. The flow
control valve in the Leica ST5020 will limit the total water flow in the wash
stations to 1.6 liters/minute/station.
If the water flow drops below this level for any reason the
wash period specified in the program may have to be extended.
3. Instrument components and specifications
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