Medite TFB 35 User manual

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Tissue Flotation Bath
TFB 35
Instruction Manual
IMPORTANT: Read this manual before starting the instrument
Rev. 04 (05/2007)
© Copyright: Duplication of this manual by any means for any purpose without
written consent of medite GmbH is prohibited.
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Konformitätserklärung
Certificate of Conformity
Attestation de Conformité
Type of instrument:
Tissue Flotation Bath
Model:
TFB 35
Serial No.:
We do hereby certify that the above mentioned product meets the requirements set forth in the
CE Guidelines indicated below including all changes and addendums to date thereto. The above
mentioned product has been controlled by an authorized test center and meets the following
standards and guidelines:
EU Directive 89/336/EEC EMC
EU Directive 73/23/EEC Low Voltage
DIN EN ISO 9001 : 2000
VDE 701
Burgdorf, 20.05.2007 M. Ott –Managing Director
Wollenweberstr. 12 - D-31303 Burgdorf -Tel: [phone] Fax: + 49 5136 888 4 55 [email protected] www.medite.de

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Contents
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Safety
1
1.1 Introduction
1
1.2 Intended use
1
1.3 Authorised operator
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1.4 Safety measures on site
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2
Transport/Installation
2
2.1 Technical data
2
2.2 Transport / Stockage
2
2.3 Unpacking
2
2.4 Set up and Connection
3
3
Operation
4
3.1. Switching on
4
3.2. Set temperature controller
5
4
Errors
6
4.1. Change fuses
6
4.2. Error messages of the controller
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5
Inserting and removing the glass tray
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6
Exchanging the neon tube
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Cleaning
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8
Putting out of operation
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Wiring diagram
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1 Safety
1.1 Introduction
With the purchase of the Tissue Flotation Bath TFB 35 you decided for a high quality
product of medite Medizintechnik GmbH. These instructions shall help you to use the
instrument. Please read it thoroughly and follow the advices.
If you see this symbol in the instruction manual, it indicates dangers
(including warnings)
1.2 Intended use
Unauthorized changes and technical modifications of the instruments are not
permitted for safety reasons. For the exchange of defective parts only original medite
spare parts have to be used.
The conditions for operation, maintenance and service mentioned in this instruction
manual have to be strictly observed.
1.3 Authorized operator
The TFB 35 must be used by those persons only, who have been authorized by the
owner. In his working area, the operator is responsible with regard to third persons.
The owner must give the operator access to the instruction manual and make sure
that the operator has read and understood its contents.
1.4 Safety on site
The TFB 35 must be placed on an even and solid basis. An overturning instrument
means an accident risk.
Any failure to comply with the approved technical regulations for the
operation of technical equipment or any non-intended use of the
instrument will void the manufacturer’s liability.
2 Transport / Installation

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2.1 Technical Data
Model
Dimensions/Weight/Power supply
Art. No.
TFB 35.000
TFB 35.100
Dimensions (overall, W/D/H):
430 x 300 x 90 mm
Glass tray (W/D/H): 270 x 165 x 50 mm
Weight: 7 kg
Temperature control from + 30°C to + 55°C
Power supply: 230 V / 50 Hz / 250 VA or
115 V / 60 Hz / 250 VA
01-3500-00
01-3510-00
TFB 35.500
TFB 35.600
TFB 35 with extra large glass tray:
Dimensions (overall, W/D/H):
430 x 300 x 90 mm
Glass tray (W/D/H): 270 x 165 x 80 mm
Weight: 7 kg
Temperature control from + 30°C to + 55°C
Power supply: 230 V / 50 Hz / 400 VA or
115 V / 60 Hz / 400 VA
01-3550-00
01-3560-00
2.2 Transport/ Storage
The Tissue Flotation Bath TFB 35 is delivered in a protecting box. Please move it
only upright and avoid shock.
2.3 Unpacking
Put the instrument on an even, solid surface and remove the protecting box and
plastic wrap. If possible, keep the packing material to avoid damages in case of a
later transport of the unit. Check whether the equipment is complete. The TFB 35 is
supplied with one power cord and one instruction manual.

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2.4. Installation and
Connection
Before starting the instrument, please make sure that your mains voltage
corresponds to the value indicated on the instrument (example: for an instrument
requiring 240 Volts, 200 - 240 Volts should be available; for a 115 Volts instrument,
there should be 100 - 125 Volts.) The instrument is supplied ready to use. For
connection to mains the included power cord must be used. It must be connected to
a socket with intact ground wire.
Furthermore pay attention that no inflammable objects are in the heating
area of the instrument
Operating conditions:
The operation is only allowed in closed rooms
Laboratory bench free of vibrations and strong enough for the instrument’s
weight
Environmental temperature from + 15°C to + 45°C
(without large variation in temperature)
At maximum 80% relative humidity of air, not condensing
The instrument must not be exposed directly to the sun
Guaranteeing a sufficient air circulation for cooling, the instrument needs
enough space (minimum 15cm) to all sides

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3 Operation
3.1 Switching on
Press the mains switch at the rear of the instrument.
The unit is now in standby mode, which is indicated by the message OFF on the
display of the controller.
Press the ON/OFF key on the controller keyboard and the display shows the
actual temperature of the stretching table.
Now the unit starts heating up until the temperature adjusted at the temperature
controller is achieved.
The heating process is indicated by the LED .
Illumination of the warning signal means, the temperature of the hot surface
passed 45°C (113°F) and there is a burn risk.
Electronic temperature
control
Removable glass tray
Illumination by
fluorescent lamp

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3.2 Adjust the temperature
controller
The instrument can be switched on by pressing the power switch to position “I” at the
back of the instrument. The illuminated switch lightens up, indicating that the
instrument is ready to use.
The temperature of the working plate is infinitely variable in 1°C steps between
+30C and 90, respectively
The temperature is regulated and indicated by the electronic temperature controller
on the front panel.
Buttons:
SET
Press the button to switch into the modus „Change of the set temperature“
UP
Press the button after the „SET-Button“ to increase the set temperature.
DOWN
Press the button after the „SET-button“ to lower the set temperature.
In the normal mode of the instrument, the actual temperature of the working surface
will be shown permanently. The digital display shows the set temperature during the
setting.
Setting of the set temperature:
1. Press to switch into the modus „change of the set temperature“.
2. Press „UP“ or „DOWN“ to change the set temperature.
3. Press to leave the modus „change of the set temperature“.
The modus „change of the set temperarue“ will be closed after 10 seconds
automatically.
Digital temperature
display
Increase or
lower the
temperature
„Set“ Button

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4 Errors
4.1 Change of fuses
In case of a failure first check the fuses in the mains socket at the back of the
instrument and change them if necessary.
In case of any other defect please contact the service department. Take out the fuse
socket by means of a screw-driver. Bend open the tongue.
Take the fuse holder out of the socket.
4.2 Error messages of the controller
Indication
Cause
Measures
F1L
Sensor error, short circuit
call service engineer
F1H
Sensor error, broken sensor
call service engineer
F3L
Limiting value alarm
call service engineer
F3H
Limiting value alarm
call service engineer
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Key bolting device actively
call service engineer
Flashing
announcement
Temperature alert
call service engineer
EP
lost data in the parameter memory
call service engineer
These errors must be corrected by an authorized service engineer only!
Never remove any parts of the casing while the instrument is on power. The
exchange of defective parts ( except as indicated ) and other intervention may be
made by authorized service engineers only.
5 Inserting and removing the glass tray
CAUTION! FIRST PULL OUT THE MAINS PLUG !
Fuse Holder

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Lift the temperature sensor up
to its highest position and turn it 45counter-clockwise. Remove the tray. In order to
insert the tray proceed in opposite order. Turn back the temperature sensor 45in
opposite direction and push it down. The tip of the temperature sensor must be at
least 15 mm below the water level. Otherwise a reliable temperature regulation is not
possible.
6 Exchanging the neon tube
Pull out the mains plug. Remove the glass tray. Turn the instrument upside down.
Remove the four screws on the bottom and lift up the lower casing. Exchange the
neon tube but please take care to choose the same type. For re-assembling the
instrument proceed in opposite order.
7 Cleaning
The glass tray and the inner surfaces may be cleaned with any non-scratching
household cleaner. For safety reasons first pull out the mains plug.
8 Putting out of operation
After end of the total period of use please deliver the equipment to a regular disposal
facility. The company medite as manufacturer is also prepared to take back the
equipment for disposal against payment for the disposal fee.
CAUTION: Before dismounting the fuses pull out the mains plug!

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medite –Supplier of complete systems for histology-cytology-pathology
e. g. paraffin embedding system TES 99
Cooling Unit
TES 99.410
Width : 500 mm
Depth : 570 mm
Height : 300 mm
Cooling plate : 500 x 260 mm
Temperature : adjustable from +15° C to -15° C
Weight : 25 kg
Voltage : 230V / 50Hz / 320VA
TES 99.420
Width : 360 mm
Depth : 570 mm
Height : 300 mm
Cooling plate : 360 x 260 mm
Temperature : adjustable from +15° C to -10° C
Weight : 20 kg
Voltage : 230V / 50Hz / 150VA
TES 99.430
Width : 360 mm
Depth : 570 mm
Height : 300 mm
Cooling plate : 210 x 260 mm
Temperature : adjustable from +15° C to -10° C
Weight : 20 kg
Voltage : 230V / 50Hz / 150VA
Dispenser Unit TES 99.200
Width : 360 mm
Depth : 570 mm
Height : 300 mm
Working plate : 360 x 245 mm
Temperature : adjustable fom + 30° C to + 70°C
Capacity of paraffin tank : 3,5 litres
Cold point : -5° C 40 mm Ø
Heating for 6 forceps
Weight : 22 kg
Voltage : 230V / 50Hz / 350VA
Thermal Unit TES 99.600
Width : 360 mm
Depth : 570 mm
Height : 300 mm
Preheating : 305 x 205 mm
Warming tray : 295 x 235 mm
Weight : 15 kg
Voltage : 230V / 50Hz / 750VA
Wollenweberstr. 12 - D-31303 Burgdorf -Tel: [phone] Fax: + 49 5136 888 4 55 [e-mail] www.medite.de