Leica Microsystems HistoCore CHROMAX ST User manual

HistoCore CHROMAX ST
Automated Slide Stainer
Instructions for Use
English
Order No.: 14 0486 87101 - Revision A
Always keep this manual with the instrument.
Read carefully before working with the instrument.
Version 1.0, Revision A - 09.2022

产品名称：染色机 产品型号： HistoCore CHROMAX ST 生产日期：见标签
备案人名称：徕卡显微系统（上海）有限公司
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联系方式： 021-58994990
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区、6层、T20-5幢301室
生产地址：中国（上海）自由贸易试验区金藏路258号T20-1幢1层、2层、3层A区、4层A区、6
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The information, numerical data, notes and value judgments contained in this Instructions for Use
represent the current state of scientic knowledge and state-of-the-art technology as we understand it
following thorough investigation in this eld.
We are under no obligation to update the present Instructions for Use periodically and on an ongoing
basis according to the latest technical developments, nor to provide our customers with additional
copies, updates etc. of this Instructions for Use.
To the extent permitted in accordance with the national legal system as applicable in each individual
case, we shall not be held liable for erroneous statements, drawings, technical illustrations etc. contained
in this Instructions for Use. In particular, no liability whatsoever is accepted for any nancial loss or
consequential damage caused by or related to compliance with statements or other information in this
Instructions for Use.
Statements, drawings, illustrations and other information regarding the contents or technical details of
the present Instructions for Use are not to be considered warranted characteristics of our products.
These are determined only by the contract provisions agreed between ourselves and our customers.
Leica reserves the right to change technical specications as well as manufacturing processes without
prior notice. Only in this way is it possible to continuously improve the technology and manufacturing
techniques used in our products.
This document is protected under copyright laws. All copyrights to this documentation are held by
LeicaMicrosystems Ltd. (Shanghai).
Any reproduction of text and illustrations (or of any parts thereof) by means of print, photocopy,
microche, web cam or other methods – including any electronic systems and media – requires express
prior permission in writing by LeicaMicrosystems Ltd. (Shanghai).
For the instrument serial number and year of manufacture, please refer to the nameplate on the back of
the instrument.
Leica Microsystems Ltd. (Shanghai)
Floor 1, 2, 3A, 4A, and 6, Building T20-1 & Room 301, Building T20-5, 258 Jinzang Road,
China (Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone, Shanghai, 201206
PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA
Tel.: [phone]
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Web: www.LeicaBiosystems.com
Note

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Table of contents
1. Important Information ..................................................................................................6
1.1 Symbols and their meanings....................................................................................................... 6
1.2 Instrument type ........................................................................................................................10
1.3 Intended use.............................................................................................................................10
1.4 Qualicationofpersonnel .........................................................................................................10
2. Safety...................................................................................................................... 11
2.1 Safety notes .............................................................................................................................11
2.2 Warnings..................................................................................................................................11
2.2.1 Markings on the instrument itself ..............................................................................................12
2.2.2 Transport and installation..........................................................................................................12
2.2.3 Operating the instrument...........................................................................................................12
2.2.4 Handling reagents.....................................................................................................................14
2.2.5 Cleaning and Maintenance ........................................................................................................15
3. InstrumentComponentsandSpecications ................................................................... 16
3.1 Overview ..................................................................................................................................16
3.1.1 Instrument components ............................................................................................................16
3.1.2 Rear panel ................................................................................................................................17
3.2 Main features of the instrument.................................................................................................17
3.3 Technical data ..........................................................................................................................18
4. Setting up the Instrument ........................................................................................... 21
4.1 Installation site requirements ....................................................................................................21
4.2 Standard delivery - packing list ..................................................................................................21
4.3 Unpacking instructions..............................................................................................................22
4.4 Water connections ....................................................................................................................23
4.5 Air exhaust system for reagent vapors .......................................................................................24
4.6 Oven ........................................................................................................................................24
4.7 Battery backup – UPS (optional)................................................................................................24
4.8 Remote alarm (optional)............................................................................................................25
4.9 Switching on/off.......................................................................................................................26
4.10 Moving the instrument ..............................................................................................................27
5. Operation ................................................................................................................. 28
5.1 User interface - overview ...........................................................................................................28
5.1.1 Elements of the Status screen ..................................................................................................28
5.1.2 Process Status screen ..............................................................................................................29
5.1.3 Keyboards ................................................................................................................................29
5.2 User management.....................................................................................................................30
5.2.1 Access levels............................................................................................................................30
5.2.2 Initial log-in ..............................................................................................................................31
5.2.3 Adding/Editing/Deleting a user account.....................................................................................31
5.2.4 Logout......................................................................................................................................31
5.2.5 Locking/Unlocking the screen....................................................................................................31
5.3 Settings....................................................................................................................................32
5.3.1 General setting .........................................................................................................................32
5.3.2 Slide counting report.................................................................................................................33
5.3.3 Reagent exchange report...........................................................................................................34
5.3.4 User run log report ....................................................................................................................34

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5.3.5 Service.....................................................................................................................................34
5.4 RMS (Reagent Management System) .........................................................................................34
5.4.1 Reagent information .................................................................................................................34
5.4.2 Station management.................................................................................................................35
5.4.3 Reagent management ...............................................................................................................36
5.5 Programs .................................................................................................................................37
5.5.1 Leica staining programs (pre-installed) ......................................................................................38
5.5.2 User-denedstainingprograms .................................................................................................39
5.5.3 Adding/Viewing/Editing/Copying/Deleting a program .................................................................39
5.5.4 Setting favorite programs..........................................................................................................41
5.5.5 Checking the compatibility of programs .....................................................................................41
5.6 Staining....................................................................................................................................42
5.6.1 Reagent containers ...................................................................................................................42
5.6.2 Filling reagents.........................................................................................................................43
5.6.3 Wash system ............................................................................................................................44
5.6.4 Water-saving function ...............................................................................................................44
5.6.5 Loading racks...........................................................................................................................44
5.6.6 Viewing the running information during staining.........................................................................46
5.6.7 Unloading racks from the EXIT drawer .......................................................................................46
5.6.8 Unloading racks from other stations ..........................................................................................47
5.7 Interrupting staining..................................................................................................................47
5.8 Aborting the processing of a rack ..............................................................................................48
5.9 Replacing reagents ...................................................................................................................48
5.10 Pre-installed program................................................................................................................49
6. Cleaning and Maintenance .......................................................................................... 50
6.1 Wash containers .......................................................................................................................50
6.2 Reagent containers ...................................................................................................................50
6.3 Racks.......................................................................................................................................50
6.4 Oven ........................................................................................................................................50
6.5 Water drainage .........................................................................................................................51
6.6 Cleaning and Maintenance Schedule..........................................................................................51
7. Troubleshooting........................................................................................................ 52
7.1 Warning messages for instrument errors....................................................................................52
7.2 More information and warnings .................................................................................................53
7.2.1 During staining .........................................................................................................................53
7.2.2 During SetUp ............................................................................................................................53
7.3 Power failures ..........................................................................................................................53
8. Ordering Information.................................................................................................. 54
A1. DecontaminationConrmation .................................................................................... 55
A2. Warranty and Service ................................................................................................. 56
A3. Information on Hazardous Substances.......................................................................... 57

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1Important Information
1. Important Information
1.1 Symbols and their meanings
Symbol: Title of the symbol: Danger
Description: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injuries.
Symbol: Title of the symbol: Warning
Description: If this danger is not avoided, then this may result in death or
serious injury.
Symbol: Title of the symbol: Caution
Description: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Symbol: Title of the symbol: Note
Description: Indicates information which are important but not related to
any risk.
Symbol: Title of the symbol: Item number
→Fig. 7-1Description: Item numbers for numbering illustrations. Numbers in red
refer to item numbers in illustrations.
Symbol: Title of the symbol: Software designations
Admin Description: Software designations that have to be displayed on the
input screen are displayed as bold, gray text.
Symbol: Title of the symbol: Function key
Save Description: Function keys to be pressed on the instrument are
displayed as bold, gray and underlinded text.
Symbol: Title of the symbol: Keys and switches on the instrument
Power switch Description: Keys and switches on the instrument that are supposed to
be pressed by the user in various situations are displayed
as bold, gray and underlinded text.
Symbol: Title of the symbol: Manufacturer
Description: Indicates the manufacturer of the medical product.
Symbol: Title of the symbol: Manufacturing date
Description: Indicates the date when the medical device was
manufactured.
Symbol: Title of the symbol: Article number
Description: Indicates the manufacturer's catalog number so that the
medicaldevicecanbeidentied.
Symbol: Title of the symbol: Serial number
Description: Indicates the manufacturer's serial number so that a
specicmedicaldevicecanbeidentied.
Symbol: Title of the symbol: Consult Instructions for Use
Description: Indicates the need for the user to consult the Instructions
for Use.
Symbol: Title of the symbol: Caution

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Description: Indicates the need for the user to consult the Instructions
for Use for important cautionary information such as
warnings and precautions that cannot, for a variety of
reasons, be presented on the medical device itself.
Symbol: Title of the symbol: Caution – Moving parts
Description: Label is attached on the transport arm. It indicates a risk
of collision between the transport arm and any operator
working within the instrument while the transport arm is
moving.
Symbol: Title of the symbol: Caution – Toxic chemicals/Flammable substances
Description: Labelsareattachedinsidetheinstrumentbelowthexation
of the hood (in the middle).
Therstlabelindicatesthattoxicchemicalsareinside
the instrument. Do not handle solution containers unless
properly protected.
Thesecondlabelindicatesthatthereisariskofre
becauseofammablesubstancesinsidetheinstrument.
Thus, avoid any source of ignition close to the instrument.
Symbol: Title of the symbol: Caution – Hot surface
Description: Two labels are attached close to the oven. They indicate a
risk of burns because of hot surfaces. Do not touch these
parts.
Symbol: Title of the symbol: Biohazard
Symbol: Title of the symbol: Caution – Risk of crushing
Description: Reminds users to be careful to open/close the hood.
Symbol: Title of the symbol: Caution–Riskofre
Description: Label is attached at the rear of the instrument close
tothefuse.Itindicatesariskofreincasethatnoor
inappropriate fuses are used. For continued protection
againsttheriskofrereplaceonlywithappropriatefuses
as indicated on the instrument.
Symbol: Title of the symbol: Caution – Input voltage
Description: Label is attached at the rear of the instrument above the
switched mains power inlet. It indicates that the unit is
wired either for 100-120 VAC or 230-240 VAC (depending
on your order). Do not change wiring or voltage selection
onyourownbutcontactqualiedLeicaBiosystemsservice
personnel in this case.
Symbol: Title of the symbol: Caution – Water supply and interfaces
Description: Labels are attached at the rear of the instrument close
to the serial port and the water supply connections. They
indicate that both Instructions for Use and – if applicable –
any inscription on the instrument must be observed.

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1Important Information
Symbol: Title of the symbol: Caution - Laser light
Description: Label is attached close to the slides counting sensor.
Symbol: Title of the symbol: China ROHS
Description: Environmental protection symbol of the China RoHS
directive. The number in the symbol indicates the
"Environment-friendly Use Period" of the product in years.
The symbol is used if a substance restricted in China is
used in excess of the maximum permitted limit.
Symbol: Title of the symbol: PE terminal
Symbol: Title of the symbol: ON/OFF (Power)
Description: In position of power on/off
"I" = ON
"O" = OFF
Symbol: Title of the symbol: Stand-by
Symbol: Title of the symbol: Fragile, handle with care
Description: The package contents are fragile and must be handled with
care.
Symbol: Title of the symbol: Store dry
Description: The package must be kept in a dry environment.
Symbol: Title of the symbol: Stacking limitation
Description: Maximum number of identical packages that may be
stacked, where 1 stands for the number of permitted
packages.
Symbol: Title of the symbol: This way up
Description: Indicates the correct upright position of the package.
Symbol: Title of the symbol: Temperature limit for transport
Description: Indicates the temperature range permitted for transporting
the package.

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Symbol: Title of the symbol: Temperature limit for storage
Description: Indicates the temperature range permitted for storing the
package.
Symbol: Title of the symbol: Humidity limitation for transport and storage
Description: Indicates the humidity range permitted for storing and
transporting the package.
Symbol: Title of the symbol: Shockdot Impact Indicator
Description: In the Shockwatch system, the shock dot shows impacts
orshocksthatareaboveaspeciedintensitythroughred
colouration.Exceedingadenedacceleration(gvalue)
causes the indicator tube to change colour.
Symbol: Title of the symbol: Tilt indicator
Description: Tip-n-Tell indicator to monitor whether the shipment has
been transported and stored in upright position according
to your requirements. With a pitch of 60° or more, the blue
quartzsandowsintothearrow-shapedindicatorwindow
and sticks there permanently. Improper handling of the
shipment is immediately detectable and can be proven
denitively.
Symbol: Title of the symbol: Recycle symbol
Description: Indicates the item can be recycled where correct facilities
exist.
1.2 Instrument type
All information provided in these Instructions for Use applies only to the instrument type indicated on
the cover page. A nameplate indicating the instrument serial number is attached to the rear side of the
instrument.
1.3 Intended use
The HistoCore CHROMAX ST Automated Slide Stainer is an IVD (in-vitro diagnostics) instrument.
The HistoCore CHROMAX ST Automated Slide Stainer is a stainer for laboratory applications and
intended for the preparation of histological tissue samples. This product is used for staining of cells,
tissue samples, etc. before pathological analysis.

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1Important Information
Warning
• Any use of the instrument that deviates from the designated use is considered improper.
Failure to adhere to these instructions may result in an accident, personal injury, damage to
the instrument or accessory equipment. Proper and intended use includes compliance with
all inspection and maintenance instructions, along with the observance of all instructions in
the Instructions for Use as well as the constant inspection of the reagents for storage life and
quality.TheHistoCoreCHROMAXSTAutomatedSlideStainercarriesoutthespeciedstaining
steps automatically. The manufacturer assumes no liability for the staining results in the case
that the staining steps and programs are entered incorrectly. Thus, the end user is independently
responsible for self-created reagents or program entries.
1.4 Qualicationofpersonnel
The HistoCore CHROMAX ST Automated Slide Stainer must be operated by trained laboratory personnel
only. The instrument is intended for professional use only.
All laboratory personnel designated to operate this instrument must read these Instructions for Use
carefully and must be familiar with all technical features of the instrument before attempting to operate
it.

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Safety 2
2. Safety
2.1 Safety notes
The Instructions for Use includes important information related to the operating safety and maintenance
of the instrument.
The Instructions for Use is an important part of the product, and must be read carefully prior to startup
and use and must always be kept near the instrument.
This instrument has been built and tested in accordance with the safety requirements for electrical
equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use.
To maintain this condition and ensure safe operation, the user must observe all notes and warnings
contained in the Instructions for Use.
The safety and caution notes in this chapter must be observed at all times.
Be sure to read these notes even if you are already familiar with the operation and use of other Leica
Biosystems products.
The Instructions for Use must be appropriately supplemented as required by the existing regulations on
accident prevention and environmental safety in the operator‘s country.
Warning
• Theprotectivedevicesonbothinstrumentandaccessoriesmayneitherberemovednormodied.
Onlyauthorizedandqualiedservicepersonnelmayrepairtheinstrumentandaccessthe
instrument's internal components.
The electromagnetic environment should be evaluated prior to operation of the instrument. Do not
use this instrument in close proximity to sources of strong electromagnetic radiation (e.g. unshielded
intentional RF sources), as these can interfere with the proper operation.
The product to be sold in China conforms to the requirements for emission and immunity to interference
asspeciedinGB/T18268.1Electricalequipmentformeasurement,controlandlaboratoryuse--EMC
requirements--Part 1: General requirements, and GB/T18268.26 Electrical equipment for measurement,
control and laboratory use—EMC requirements—Part 26: Particular requirements—In vitro diagnostic (IVD)
medical equipment.
The instrument is designed and tested in accordance with Cat. A, GB4824. When used in a home
environment, the equipment may cause radio interference. Protective measures must therefore be taken.
2.2 Warnings
The protective devices installed in this instrument by the manufacturer only constitute the basis for
accident prevention. Operating the instrument safely is, above all, the responsibility of the owner, as
well as the designated personnel who operate, service or clean the instrument. To ensure trouble-free
operation of the instrument, be sure to comply with the following instructions and warnings.

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2.2.1 Markings on the instrument itself
Warning
Failuretofollowthecorrectoperatinginstructions(asdenedintheInstructionsforUse)ofthe
corresponding markings and warning triangles on the instrument.
Serious injury of persons and/or damage to instrument, accessories or specimen.
• Pay attention to the markings on the instrument and strictly follow operating instructions described in
the Instructions for Use when operating or replacing the item marked.
2.2.2 Transport and installation
Warning
Inadequate lifting and transportation of the instrument
People injury and/or property damage
• The instrument must only be transported in an upright position.
• Do not try to lift the instrument with less than 4 persons.
• Wearing non-skid gloves, grab the instrument under the frame at all corners and lift it evenly.
• It is recommended to commission a transport company to transport, install or (where applicable)
relocate the instrument.
Warning
The adjustable feet are not adjusted properly during installation, and the instrument is tilted.
Damageofsampleduetotheoverowoftheliquidintheinternalreagent/washcontainer.
• Place the instrument on a stable and level laboratory bench.
• Adjust the instrument to a level position if it is tilted.
2.2.3 Operating the instrument
Warning
Operating the instrument without adequate clothing
People injury
• Always wear protective clothing suitable for laboratory use, as well as rubber gloves and safety
goggles when handling the chemicals used in this instrument.
• Always follow your laboratory safety regulations.
Warning
Handling infectious specimens without adequate clothing
People injury
• Always wear protective clothing suitable for laboratory use, as well as rubber gloves and safety
goggles when handling infectious specimens used in this instrument.
• Always follow your laboratory safety regulations.

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Safety 2
Warning
Breathing in vapors dangerous to health
People injury
• Theactivecarbonltermustbeinuse.Inaddition,connecttheinstrumenttoanexternalexhaust
system using the dedicated hose (lengths of 2 m and 4 m available), or operate the instrument
below a fume cupboard.
• The reagent containers must be covered when not using the instrument to prevent the unnecessary
evaporation of the reagents.
• Users must verify compliance with the workplace limit values when work is done with hazardous
materials.
Warning
Assign incompatible reagents to adjacent stations.
Impairedofsample/poorstainingquality
• Do not assign incompatible reagents to adjacent stations.
Warning
Reach into the swivel range of the hood when opening or closing the hood
Peopleinjury-ngersorhandscrushed
• Do not reach into the swivel range of the hood when opening or closing it.
Warning
Inadequate manual loading of racks into reagent containers
Damage of sample and/or property damage because of crash due to automized loading of another
rack into the same reagent container
• Do not manually load racks and start any movement of the transport arm.
Warning
Lids not removed from reagent containers
Damage of sample because of crash due to automized loading of a rack
• Always make sure that any lids are removed before initiating any transport to the affected reagent
containers.
Warning
Reagentllinglevelwithinreagentcontainersisinsucient
Impairedofsample/Poortissuequality
• Checkthellinglevelofthereagentcontainersregularlyandcleanand/orrellifrequired.
• Cover unused reagent containers to minimize evaporation.

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Safety
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Warning
Racks not unloaded in a timely manner from the EXIT drawer
Damage of sample
• Unload the EXIT drawer in time, close the EXIT drawer and press EXIT.
Warning
Rack processed with wrong program parameters
Damage of sample
• Alwaysdouble-checkprogramparametersofuser-denedprogramsbeforeyoustartprocessing.
Warning
LOAD and EXIT drawers opened while the transport arm operates in the drawer area
Damage of sample
• Do not open the LOAD drawer or EXIT drawer when the transport arm is operating in the drawer
area.
Warning
Taking out the rack during processing and colliding with the transport arm
People injury
• Be careful when opening the hood to take out the rack during processing.
Warning
Labeladhesive/Labelsonslidenotsolvent-resistant.Identicationofthesampleisnolongerpossible
Damage of sample
• The stickers and/or labels used on the specimen slides must be resistant to the solvents used in
the instrument.
• When printable labels or handwritten labels are used on the rack handles and the specimen slides,
they must be checked for solvent resistance prior to use.
2.2.4 Handling reagents
Warning
Contamination after accidental handling of reagents
Impairedofsample/Poortissuequality
• If you have accidentally contaminated reagents, e.g., because a reagent has dripped into another
reagentcontainer,alwaysfollowyourlocalregulations.Focusonsavingthetissuerst.Dispose
any contaminated reagents and clean the affected reagent containers thoroughly.

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2.2.5 Cleaning and Maintenance
Warning
Reagentcontainersnotcleanedorcleanedinsucientlybeforerellingwithanotherreagent
Impairedofsample/Poortissuequality
• Alwayscleanthereagentcontainersthoroughlyandregularlybeforerellingthem.
Warning
Waterdrainagenotcleanedorcleanedinsuciently
Damage of sample/People injury
• Checkandcleanthedrainingsystemregularlyforcorrectow.
Warning
• In accordance with national rules and regulations, the operator may be obligated to provide long-
termprotectionofthepublicwatersupplyfromcontaminationduetobackowingwaterfromthe
building installation.

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InstrumentComponentsandSpecications
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3. InstrumentComponentsandSpecications
3.1 Overview
3.1.1 Instrument components
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1. Transport arm
2. Wash stations
3. Oven
4. Lock for hood1
5. Touch screen
6. LED strip
7. Stand-by switch
8. Two USB ports
9. Reagent container
10.Rack
11.Container cover
12.Load drawer
13.LED indicator and key for LOAD drawer
14.LED indicator and key for EXIT drawer
15.EXIT drawer
16.Slides counting sensor
17.Backplate(theactivecarbonlterisinside),whichiswith
the schematic diagram of the stations on it.
18.Lighting
19.Hood
1)The lock for the hood contains a gas pressure spring. This part can wear out. In case of weakening
holding force, please contact our after-sales service and ask for replacement.

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3.1.2 Rear panel
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1. Power input
2. Power switch (On/Off)
3. Fuses
4. Power output
5. Power supply input
6. Network connection
7. USB port
8. Nameplate
9. Remote alarm socket
10.Serial port (service computer)
11.Accessory port
12.Drain outlet
13.Feet, adjustable
14.Water inlet
15.Exhaust port
3.2 Main features of the instrument
TheHistoCoreCHROMAXSTAutomatedSlideStainergivesyouthecondencetogeneratestandardized
results. It is
• Versatile
• Robust
• And has a Standardized Staining Management System
TheexibleHistoCoreCHROMAXSTAutomatedSlideStainercanprocessmultipleprotocolsonone
systems.
AfriendlyintuitiveinterfacewithvisualizedworkowsinChinese,anoptimizedpre-installedprotocol,as
well as a reagent expiration reminder, help users quickly to understand the function of the instrument,
produce high-quality slides and reduce manual recording and errors.
A built-in staining management system automatically documents each step of the staining protocol to
standardize your laboratory procedure.

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The HistoCore CHROMAX ST Automated Slide Stainer has an integrated system for extracting reagent
vapors. The racks are loaded and unloaded using two drawers.
3.3 Technical data
Electricalspecications
Nominal supply voltage 220VAC
Nominal supply frequency 50Hz
Mainssupplyvoltageuctuations ±10%
Power consumption 650VA
Mains input fuses 5x20mm,2xF3.15AL250VAC
Dimensionsandweightspecication
Overall size of device in operating mode
(Width x Depth x Height, mm)
1136mmx670mmx550mm(closehood)
Overall size serial packaging
(Width x Depth x Height, mm)
1310mmx820mmx920mm
Empty weight (without accessories, kg) 88kg
Overall weight (with accessories, kg) 97kg
Device weight including packaging (kg) 147 kg
Environmentalspecication
Operating altitude
(meters above sea level) (min/max)
Upto2000mabovesealevel
Temperature (operation) (min/max) 15°Cto35°C
Relative humidity (operation) (min/max) 20%to80%,non-condensing
Temperature (transit) (min/max) -29°Cto+50°C
Temperature (storage) (min/max) 5°Cto50°C
Relative humidity (transit/storage) 10%to85%,non-condensing
Minimum distance to walls (mm) 100mm
Operating noise level ≤70dB(A)
BTU (J/s) 2217.89 BTU/h (650 J/s)
Emissions and boundary conditions
Overvoltage category to IEC 61010-1 II
Pollution degree to IEC 61010-1 2
Means of protection to IEC 61010-1 Class I
Degree of protection to IEC 60529 IP20
A-weighted noise level, measured at 1 m distance ≤70dB(A)
EMC class Class A
Throughput
Specimen slides per hour 240 (with Leica's pre-installed protocol)
Loading capacity 1
Unload/storage capacity 1
Rack
Slide rack capacity 30 slides

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Stations
Total number of stations 26
Total number of reagent stations 18
Wash stations 5
Reagent container volume Max. 470ml
Drawer
Load stations 1
Unload stations 1
Oven
Number of oven stations 1
Temperature of oven chamber 30~65°C
Wash stations
Number of wash stations 5
Flow rate 8 l/m
Staining protocols
Permanent memory capacity 100
Max no. of steps/program 25
Step duration 00sec.~99min.59sec.
Fresh water connection
Hose material PVC
Hose length 2.5m
Connection piece G3/8
Inner diameter 10 mm
Outer diameter 16 mm
Internal supply pressure Min. 1 bar/max. 6 bar
Requiredowrate Min. 12 l/min
Wastewater connection
Hose material PVC
Hose length 4m
Inner diameter 32mm
Outer diameter 36.8mm
Drain principle Gravityow
Exhaust air
Hose material PVC
Hose length 2mor4m
Inner diameter 50mm
Outer diameter 60mm
Exhaust performance 22.4 m3/h

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Exhaust air
Exhaust extraction Activecarbonlterandexhausthoseforconnecting
with an external exhaust system
Workstation
Integration Leica CV5030 Fully Automated Glass Coverslipper
Otherspecications
Basic instrument height (open hood) (W x D x H) 1136 mm x 670 mm x 870 mm
LCD (W x D x H) 235mmx5mmx143mm
Slidescountingaccuracy%(within300slides) • 99%forloaddryslidetoemptyloaddrawer
• 99%forloadslidetoloaddrawerwithalcohol
• 99%forloadwaterynon-adhesiveslidetoempty
load drawer
• 97%forloadwateryadhesiveslidetoemptyload
drawer
Laser class IEC Class 1 (Class 1 laser product in accordance
with GB7247.1-2012)