Leica Biosystems ST5010 Autostainer XL - Manual (Page 7)

7 Leica AutoStainer XL – Automated slide stainer
General
This Instructions for Use includes important information related to the oper-
ating safety and maintenance of the instrument.
The Instructions for Use is an important part of the product. It must be read
carefully and completely before setup and first use of the instrument and
must be kept near the instrument at all times.
If additional requirements on accident prevention and environmental pro-
tection exist in the country of operation, this Instructions for Use must be
supplemented by appropriate instructions to ensure compliance with such
requirements.
Be sure to read and comply with the safety instructions,
warnings and cautions in chapter 2, even if you are already
familiar with the operation and use of other Leica products.
1.2 Designated use / improper use of the instrument
- The AutoStainer XL has been designed for staining applications in medi-
cine, biology and industry.
- The instrument may be operated only according to the instructions con-
tained in this manual.
- Any other use is considered an improper use of the product.
1.3 Qualification of personnel
- The AutoStainer XL may be operated only by trained laboratory person-
nel.
- All laboratory personnel designated to operate the AutoStainer XL must
read this Instructions for Use carefully and must be familiar with all tech-
nical features of the instrument before attempting to operate the
AutoStainer XL.
1. Important information
To prevent damages to the instrument and specimens, only
those accessories and spare parts which have been authorized
by Leica may be installed or used with the instrument.