epredia Cool-Cut Manual

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These instruments conform to the essential
requirements of:
•
In Vitro Diagnostic Regulation (IVDR) EU
2017/746
Symbols
The following symbols and conventions may be used
throughout this document and on the instrument:
This symbol is used on the instrument, or in a
document, to indicate that instructions must
be followed for safe and correct operation. If
this symbol appears on the instrument,
always refer to the operator guide.
This symbol is used on the instrument, or in a
document, to indicate that irritants or
potentially harmful chemicals are present.
Refer to the Material Safety Data Sheets for
the products, and always use Good
Laboratory Practice.
Contact address
Separate taking back of electrical and
electronic instruments in the countries of the
European Union: This is to be applied in the
countries of the European Union and other
European countries with a separate collecting
system within the waste management. This
product, being an electro and/or electronic
instrument, must be treated separately within
the waste management process (WEEE).
Shandon Diagnostics Limited, a subsidiary of Epredia
Tudor Road, Manor Park, Runcorn
Cheshire, WA7 1TA, UK
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Web: www. epredia.com
This symbol is used on the instrument, or in a
document, to indicate that there are potential
biological risks associated with the instrument
and / or instrument use. Always use Good
Laboratory Practice.
USA Distributor
Richard-Allan Scientific LLC, a subsidiary of Epredia
4481 Campus Drive
Kalamazoo, MI 49008, USA
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Web: www. epredia.com
Manufacturer
Cold surface, if necessary, use gloves
Cutting hazard, sharp edges, watch your
fingers
Consult Instructions for Use
A warning is given in the documentation if there is a
potential risk of injury, equipment failure or poor tissue
sample processing outcome.
Note
Notes give additional information about a job or
instruction, but do not form part of the instruction.

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Contents
Company Information 3
Symbols .........................................................3
Contact address .............................................3
USA Distributor ...............................................3
Contents 4
Safety Information 5
Introduction ....................................................5
General Safety ................................................5
Chemical Safety..............................................6
Environment ...................................................6
Warranty Statement ........................................6
Chapter 1 – Introduction 8
Chapter 2 – Operating Instructions
11
Initial turn-On ................................................11
Installing the Cool-Cut on the Rotary Microtomes
HM 310, HM 315, HM 325 and HM 340 E .....11
Installing the Cool-Cut on the Rotary Microtome
HM 335 E .....................................................12
Installing the Cool-Cut on the Rotary Microtomes
HM 355, HM 355 S and HM 360 ...................14
Installing the Cool-Cut on the Rotary Microtomes
HM 350 and/or HM 350 SV...........................15
Sectioning of Specimens...............................16
Standard Equipment .....................................18
Chapter 3 – Theory of Operation
19
Cooling of the Specimen Clamp.....................19
Chapter 4 – Working with the Cool-
Cut 20
How to avoid malfunctions ............................20
How to Proceed in Error Cases......................20
Chapter 5 – Cleaning and Care 21
Cleaning ...................................................... 21
Transportation of instrument ......................... 21
Disposal of Instrument after final
shutdown 22
Index 23
Revision Control for this Document
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Safety Information
Introduction
Epredia instruments are designed for convenient and
reliable service; however, improper use or handling
by a user may damage the instrument or cause a
hazard to health. The instrument must not be used in
a manner not specified by Epredia. Correct
maintenance procedures are essential for consistent
performance. It is recommended that users secure a
maintenance contract with our service department.
Any problems and queries should be referred to your
Epredia service department.
The following sections contain import
ant
information for the safe setup and use of
the instrument and
should be read and
understood by the user before using the
instrument.
General Safety
This instrument, as supplied, conforms to
I
EC 61010-1 and IEC 61010-2-101.
Good
Laboratory Practice must be
employed,
and
consideration must be given to the potential
for hazard when dealing with these
chemicals
.
Do not use the instrument in close proximity
to strong electromagnetic radiation, as
these may interfere with the proper
operation. The electromagnetic
environment should be evaluated prior to
operation of the device
.
Good Laboratory Practice must be used
when handling tissue samples to prevent
cross contamination and infection. The user
should complete a risk assessment to
determine any potential hazards related to
tissue handling
.
Related to the potential hazards of the
specimens to be processed personal
protection measures shall be considered:
•protection gloves
•surgical mask
•decontamination activities
•
Do not remove any panels or access
covers, unless specifically instructed to
do so. The instrument does not have any
user serviceable parts. Potentially lethal
voltages are
present inside the
instrument.
•The device may only be used wit
h the
original power supply or
an original
replacement.
Only power supply type
FW8030M/08 should be used.
•
Use only factory approved accessories
or replacement parts within the
instrument.
•Only use cleaning
reagents
recommended in the operator guide.