Leica Biosystems ST4020 - Manual (Page 6)

6 Instructions for Use V1.1, RevB – 10/2012
Symbols in the text and their meanings
Warnings
appear in a gray box and are
marked by a warning triangle .
Notes,
i.e. important user information,
appear in a gray box and are
marked by an information symbol
.
Inflammable solvents and reagents
are identified using this symbol.
This warning symbol on the device
notifies users of the danger of
electric shock. To avoid the risk of
injury from electric shock, a panel
bearing this marking, or this hous-
ing, must not be opened.
Samples processed on this instru-
ment may be biohazard. Appropriate
safety procedures must be followed
to prevent a biohazard.
Numbers in brackets refer to item
numbers in figures.
Function keys to be pressed on the
instrument are written in bold-print
capital letters.
1. Important Information
Intended use
The Leica Small Linear Stainer ST4020 is used
for the automated preparation of routine histo-
logical and cytological stains. It is intended for
use in pathology laboratories to assist with the
following tasks:
•
Staining thin tissue sections or cytological
specimens on slides. Frozen sections can
also be stained.
• The instrument may be operated only
according to the instructions contained in
this manual.
Any other use of the instrument is considered
improper!
Qualification of personnel
• The Leica ST4020 may be operated by
trained laboratory personnel only.
• All laboratory personnel designated to oper-
ate the Leica instrument must read this
Instructions for Use carefully and must be
familiar with all technical features of the
instrument before attempting to operate it.
Type
All information contained in this Instructions for
Use applies solely to the instrument type listed
on the cover page. A nameplate indicating the
instrument serial number is attached to the rear
side of the instrument.
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