Leica IP S User manual

Leica IP S
Automated
printing system
for microscope slides
Operating Instructions
Leica IP S
V1.6 English - 07/2005
Always keep this manual together with the instrument.
Read this instruction manual carefully before working
with the instrument.

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Table of contents
1. Important Notes................................................................................................................................................ 5
2. Safety ................................................................................................................................................................. 6
2.1 Safety instructions .......................................................................................................................................................................... 6
2.2 Warnings........................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
3. Instrument components and specification ................................................................................................. 8
3.1 Overview - instrument .................................................................................................................................................................... 8
3.2 Technical data ............................................................................................................................................................................... 10
3.3 Print specifications ....................................................................................................................................................................... 12
3.3.1 Requirements for microscope slides ......................................................................................................................................... 12
3.3.2 Print specifications ....................................................................................................................................................................... 14
3.3.3 Printing bar code ........................................................................................................................................................................... 15
3.3.4 Resistance against reagents ....................................................................................................................................................... 17
4. Setup ................................................................................................................................................................ 18
4.1 Site requirements .......................................................................................................................................................................... 18
4.2 Installing the printer ...................................................................................................................................................................... 18
4.3 Standard delivery - packing list .................................................................................................................................................. 19
4.4 Installing the manual unload system .......................................................................................................................................... 20
4.5 Automated unload station (optional) .......................................................................................................................................... 21
4.6 Installing/exchanging the flashtube ........................................................................................................................................... 22
4.7 Filling and inserting the magazines ............................................................................................................................................ 24
4.8 Electrical connection .................................................................................................................................................................... 25
4.9 Exchanging the cartridge ............................................................................................................................................................. 26
4.10 Installing the printer driver .......................................................................................................................................................... 29
5. Operation ......................................................................................................................................................... 32
5.1 Control panel functions ................................................................................................................................................................ 32
5.2 Display indications ........................................................................................................................................................................ 37
5.3 Alarm functions.............................................................................................................................................................................. 39
5.4 Printer driver settings ................................................................................................................................................................... 40
6. Cleaning and maintenance .......................................................................................................................... 43
6.1 Cleaning the instrument ............................................................................................................................................................... 43
6.2 Print head cleaning ....................................................................................................................................................................... 46
6.3 General maintenance ................................................................................................................................................................... 47
7. Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................................. 48
7.1 General ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 48
7.2 Status messages ........................................................................................................................................................................... 49
7.3 Error messages .............................................................................................................................................................................. 50
7.3 Changing the flash bulb ................................................................................................................................................................ 53
7.4 Power failure .................................................................................................................................................................................. 53
7.5 Replacing the secondary fuses ................................................................................................................................................... 54
8. Warranty and service.................................................................................................................................... 55

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1. Important Notes
Symbols used in this manual
Warnings appear in a grey box and
are marked by a warning triangle
.
Notes, i.e. important user informa-
tion appears in a grey box and is
marked by an information symbol
.
Figures in brackets refer to item
numbers in drawings.
Function keys to be pressed on the
touch screen are written in bold-
print capital letters.
(5)
ENTER
and their meaning Designated use
Leica IP S slide printer for printing microscope
slides.
• The instrument has been designed for use in
pathology, histology, cytology, toxicology and
similar laboratories, and there only for print-
ing microscope slides.
• Imprints of adequate quality and resistance to
subsequent processing in tissue processors
can only be guaranteed when using the slides
and reagents specified in Chapter 3.3.
• The instruments may be operated only accord-
ingtotheinstructionscontainedinthismanual.
Any other use of the instrument
is considered improper!
Prior to shipment, every instrument
undergoes a final quality inspection.
Therefore, some traces of use such
as scratches and marrs, caused by
microscope slides that have sharp
edges, might be visible.
Fig. 1
Instrument type
All information provided in this manual applies
only to the instrument type indicated on the title
page. A name plate indi-
cating the instru-
ment serial num-
ber is attached to
the back of the in-
strument.
Qualification of personnel
• The Leica IP S may be operated only by
trained laboratory personnel.
• All laboratory personnel designated to oper-
ate the Leica IP S must read this instruction
manual carefully and must be familiar with all
technical features of the instrument before
attempting to operate the Leica IP S.

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Make sure to comply with the safety instructions and warnings in this chapter.
Make sure to read these instructions, even if you are already familiar with the operation
and use of other products.
2. Safety
2.1 Safety instructions
This instruction manual includes important instruc-
tions and information related to the operating safety
and maintenance of the instrument.
It is an important part of the product, which must
be read carefully prior to operating the instru-
ment for the first time and must always be kept
with the instrument.
If additional requirements on acci-
dent prevention and environmental
protection exceeding the scope of
this manual, are imposed by laws/
regulations of the country of opera-
tion, this instruction manual must be
supplemented by appropriate instruc-
tions to ensure compliance with such
requirements.
This instrument has been built and tested in ac-
cordance with the following safety regulations on
information technology devices:
• EN 55022
• EN 55024
• EN 61000-3-2
• EN 61000-3-3
• EN 60950
• EN 60491
• EN 60598-2-9
In order to maintain this condition and to ensure
safe operation the operator must comply with the
instructions and warning contained in this in-
struction manual.
The protective devices on both instrument and accessories may neither be removed nor
modified.
Only authorized and qualified service personnel may access and repair the internal com-
ponents of the instrument.
2.2 Warnings
The safety devices installed in this instrument by the manufacturer only constitute the basis for
accident prevention.
Primarily responsible for accident-free operation is above all the institution which owns the in-
strument and, in addition, the designated personnel who operates, services or repairs the instru-
ment.
To ensure trouble-free operation of the instrument, make sure to comply with the following in-
structions and warnings.

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2. Safety
Warnings - Transport and Installation
• Once unpacked, the instrument may be transported only in an upright position.
• Do not expose the instrument to direct light (windows)!
• The instrument MUST be connected to an earthed mains power outlet socket.
The instrument must not be connected to an extension cord without protective earth
conductor.
• Do not operate the instrument in rooms with explosion hazard.
• Condensation water may form in the instrument, if there is an extreme difference in
temperature between the warehouse and the installation site and if air humidity is high
at the same time. In these cases, a waiting period of at least two hours must be ob-
served before the instrument is switched on. Failure to adhere to this waiting period
may result in damage to the instrument.
Warnings - Markings on the instrument itself
• Warning labels on the instrument marked with a warning triangle indicate that the cor-
rect operating instructions (as defined in this manual) must be followed when operat-
ing or replacing the item marked.
• Failure to adhere to these instructions may lead to accidents causing personal injury
and/or damage to the instrument or accessories.
Warnings - Instrument operation
• The Leica IP S may be operated by trained laboratory personnel only, according to its
designated use and as per the present instruction manual.
• In the event of an emergency, switch off the mains switch and unplug the instrument
from mains.
• Do not touch the ramp during operation. Risk of injury, caused by microscope slides
that have sharp edges or by broken glass.
• Do not open the reflector flap of the flashlight while the instrument is ON - risk of burns
and blinding.
Warnings - Cleaning and maintenance
• Each time before cleaning, switch the instrument OFF and unplug from mains.
• Do not use alcohol, detergents containing alcohol (window cleaner!), abrasive clean-
ing powders and/or solvents containing acetone or xylene for cleaning. The painted
surfaces and the control panel of the instrument are not resistent to xylene or acetone!
• Prevent liquids from entering the interior of the instrument while the instrument is be-
ing cleaned or during operation.

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3.1 Overview - instrument
3. Instrument components and specification
Fig. 2
Instrument components
1 - Basic instrument
2 - Slide Magazines
2.1- Magazine no. 1
3 - Control panel
4 - Lid
5 - Cover - cartridge receptacle
6 - Unload station (manual)
2
3
5
1
4
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3. Instrument components and specification
Fig. 4
Rear panel and electrical connections
Fig. 3
Front view without lid
2.1-2.3- Magazine receptacles nos. 1 - 3
7 - Drying module
8 - Cover - flashtube
9 - Slide carrier
10 - Print head
11 - Magazine holder
12 - Feeding chute with cover
13 - Transfer point : chute - slide carrier
14 - Location plate
15 - External alarm jack
16 - Socket for printer cable
17 - DIL - Switch
18 - Mains connection
19 - Mains switch
20 - Storage fluid cartridge
21 - Secondary fuses
22 - Drawer for broken glass
Attention item nos. 20
This is the delivery state!
Prior to operation, the cleaning fluid
cartridge must be exchanged for an
ink cartridge - see chapter 4.9!
21 19 18 20 22
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15
17
9
12
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2.1 -2.3
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3. Instrument components and specification
3.2 Technical data
General
Admissions: all instrument-specific admission labels are located at
the rear panel of the instrument, next to the name plate
Nominal voltage: 100 V - 240 V
230 V - 240 V
Nominal frequency: 50 to 60 Hz
Maximum power draw at 100 - 120 V: 4.0 A
Maximum power draw at 200 - 240 V: 2.8 A
Leakage current at 240 V/ 50 Hz approx. 2.4 mA
Maximum power draw: 480 VA
IEC 1010 classifications: protective class 1
pollution degree 2
overvoltage installation category II:
• 800 V impulse (120 V systems)
• 1500 V impulse (240 V systems)
Secondary fuses: 2 x 3.15 A T (UL - listed)
Operating temperature range: 15 °C to 35 °C
Relative humidity: 10 % to 80 %, non-condensing
Dimensions and weight
Dimensions of basic instrument
Width x Depth: 475 x 650 mm
Height - with magazine inserted: 560 mm
Dimensions with unload station connected
Width x Depth: 548 x 650mm
Height - with magazine inserted: 655 mm
Weight
Basic instrument:- dry weight: approx. 28 kg
Weight incl. packing material: approx. 65 kg
Unload station - dry weight: approx. 14 kg
Weight incl. packing material: approx. 32 kg