Milestone EasyCUT User manual

EasyCUT
Static remover for microtome
Operator Manual- MM148
MILESTONE
HELPING
PATIENTS

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Thank you for choosing one of our systems and welcome to the growing club of users of Milestone laboratory
devices.
We feel confident that you will be fully satisfied adding this new device to your laboratory.
We recommend you carefully read this operator manual and always keep it within reach for quick and
convenient reference.
Please do not hesitate to contact our representative for any clarification or support you may require:
You can also contact us directly at:
Milestone s.r.l.
Via Fatebenefratelli, 1/5
24010 Sorisole (BG) Italy
Tel. +39.035.412 8264
Fax [phone]
Website www.milestonemed.com
e-mail [e-mail]
Read carefully read this manual before using the instrument.
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INDEX
INDEX................................................................................................................................................................ 4
1. INTRODUCTION........................................................................................................................................ 5
1.1. Symbols used .................................................................................................................................... 5
1.2. Designated uses................................................................................................................................ 6
1.3. Technical specifications..................................................................................................................... 6
1.4. Transportation and storage conditions .............................................................................................. 6
1.5. Biological and hygiene warnings ....................................................................................................... 7
1.6. Warning information........................................................................................................................... 7
1.7. Label description................................................................................................................................ 8
1.8. Waste disposal of the equipment ...................................................................................................... 8
2. SETTING UP THE INSTRUMENT............................................................................................................. 9
2.1. Space requirements........................................................................................................................... 9
2.2. Unpacking and check list................................................................................................................. 10
2.3. Placement........................................................................................................................................ 11
2.3.1. Unit overview ........................................................................................................................... 11
2.4. Power supply ................................................................................................................................... 13
3. OPERATE WITH EasyCUT...................................................................................................................... 14
3.1. Adjusting the air flow direction......................................................................................................... 15
3.2. Adjusting the air flow speed............................................................................................................. 16
4. MAINTENANCE ....................................................................................................................................... 18
4.1. Introduction...................................................................................................................................... 18
4.1.1. Monthly: ionizing needle cleaning............................................................................................ 18
4.1.2. Every 2 months: fan filter cleaning........................................................................................... 19
5. DECONTAMINATION AND CLEANING .................................................................................................. 21
5.1. Safety precautions........................................................................................................................... 21
5.2. Procedure for EasyCUT decontamination and cleaning ................................................................. 22
5.2.1. Materials and reagents ............................................................................................................ 22
5.2.2. Procedure ................................................................................................................................ 22
6. SPARE PARTS ........................................................................................................................................ 23
6.1. Spare parts ...................................................................................................................................... 23
A. APPENDIX........................................................................................................................................... 24
A.1. HOW TO MANAGE AN ALARM...................................................................................................... 24

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1. INTRODUCTION
1.1. Symbols used
The instructions marked by this symbol are important and must be read carefully.
An instruction accompanied by this WARNING symbol means you need to proceed with
caution. Failure to follow the instruction may endanger the user or cause damage to the
instrument.
When an instruction comes with this symbol, take great care as there is the risk of an
electric shock. Carefully follow the instruction in order to avoid this kind of accident.
Pay attention: parts identified with this symbol are areas at risk of crushing hand and
or fingers.
CE Logo: this instrument complies with European Community directives.
It is the serial number.
Symbol of the European WEEE directive (2002/96/EC):
electric/electronic material –do not disperse in the environment.
Authorized and qualified technical support personnel only.
Fragile.

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1.2. Designated uses
The Milestone EasyCUT and its optional parts have been engineered for laboratory use and can therefore
withstand the harshest laboratory conditions for continuous use in microtome cut procedures.
The instrument is intended for laboratory use (indoor use) only.
Milestone EasyCUT is specifically designed to effectively neutralize the electrostatic charge during the
microtome cutting. it has been designed for a stable operation and an easy maintenance. There is no need of
compressed air, which makes the installation easy and keeps costs under control.
The static electricity causes a series of problems during the microtome cutting. Even if it is invisible to the
human eye, it is continuously produced and can affect the effectiveness of production and quality of histological
sections.
It is equipped with a monitoring system, composed by sensors located inside the four slots where ionized
comes out from, that detect foreign objects; in this case, the inlet of ionized air is stopped.
The direction and speed of the ionized air can be easily adjusted at any time.
A series of LED shows the operating status at a glance. Ionizing needles can be removed and installed, and
the air filter can be replaced, very quickly.
Any other use of the instrument should be deemed as misuse and voids the
manufacturer's warranty.
1.3. Technical specifications
EasyCUT supply Code SYN0001 100-240V~ 50/60Hz 80W
Operating temperature:
15°C (59°F) –30°C (86°F)
Humidity (relative):
from 35% to 65%, non-condensing
Maximum altitude:
2000m (6562 ft)
Ozone emissions:
0.02ppm (typical value measured at a distance of 300mm (12in) from the air
outlet to the unit center, at the maximum speed)
LED light
650 lux on the unit plan perpendicularly to LED
4000 K
24 lm/LED (nr 18 LED)
For indoor use only.
1.4. Transportation and storage conditions
Temperature: -20°C (-4°F) up to +60°C (140°F)
Humidity: up to 80% (up to 50% at 40°C –104°F) non-condensing
Before switching on EasyCUT (when coming from a storage chamber), allow the
instrument to reach operating environment conditions (at least half an hour).

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1.5. Biological and hygiene warnings
Please, carefully read the following notes.
It is required to clean and disinfect the unit before sending it to MILESTONE S.r.l.
Non-disinfected devices will be no longer accepted and you will be contacted to pay the relative disinfection
costs.
In any case, international health rules forbid shipments in standard packages of biohazard materials (risk of
sanctions).
1.6. Warning information
DO NOT USE REAGENTS DIFFERENT FROM THOSE LISTED ABOVE 5.2.1
In case of doubts please contact: [e-mail]
DO NOT OPEN THE CHASSIS! Failure to comply with the instructions in the
documentation might lead to a reduction in the device's safety. If the equipment is not
working properly, please contact the supplier or the manufacturer.
Before adjusting the ionized air direction, make sure that the unit is off.
Before inspecting the instrument, make sure that the unit is off.
Never use this product in places where inflammable items or fuels could be present.
Never touch ionizing needles while the instrument is on, electric shocks could occur
(please refer to chapter 2.3.1).
Do not remove the instrument panels or cover. Only authorized, qualified and duly
trained service personnel may repair the instrument and access the internal
components.
It is important that normal standards for safety and good laboratory practices are
applied. Always use common sense and the best-known laboratory practice when
operating the instrument.
Failure to follow the instructions in the documentation might lead to decreased device
safety.
The Competent Authority who owns the instrument has the primary responsibility for
incidents due to operations on the instrument without attending personnel in charge of
use or repairs.
Only use the reagents listed in chapter 5.2.1, to avoid damage to the instrument. Failure
to follow the instructions might lead to decreased device safety.
This instrument generates ozone. If used in a small space, guarantee an appropriate
ventilation.
After switching on the ionizer, wait for at least 4 seconds for the fan stabilization.
Never use the instrument before that time otherwise an appropriate effectiveness cannot
be guaranteed.

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1.7. Label description
MILESTONE SRL
Via Fatebenefratelli, 1/5 –24010 Sorisole (BG) –ITALY
Tel. [phone] Fax. [phone]
EASYCUT
SYN0001
SERIALNUMBERSN:
INPUT
MANUFACTURED: DATE
For symbols explanation see chapter 1.1
1.8. Waste disposal of the equipment
For user safety, it is necessary to clean and disinfect the instrument before coming into contact with it. You
must also wear gloves when operating the system.
In case of return it is required to clean and disinfect the unit before sending it back to Milestone. Non-disinfected
devices will be no longer accepted and you will be contacted to pay the relative disinfection cost.
International health rules require shipments of biohazard materials not to be done in standard packages (risk
of sanctions).
It is recommended to use detergents compatible with materials to clean and disinfect the instrument.
For further information, please contact the manufacturer: [e-mail].
Complying with directive 2012/19/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 4 July 2012 on waste
electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE), the separate collection environmental managed of equipment is
mandatory. It is necessary to return the used equipment to the distributor or to inquire about the presence of
a local empowered system for collection and disposal of WEEE. The in-observance of Directive 2012/19/EC
or of the local law which acknowledge it can have potential effects on the environment and human health.
This symbol indicates separate collection
for electrical and electronic devices.
If additional requirements on accident prevention and environmental protection exist in the country of
operation, this instruction manual must be supplemented by appropriate instructions to ensure compliance
with such requirements.
Do not remove the side panels of the unit during cleaning operations.
Before doing any operation disconnect the power supply.
Do not use direct or high-pressure water to clean the instrument.
For safety reason, any operation without the individual protective devices must be
avoided.

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2. SETTING UP THE INSTRUMENT
2.1. Space requirements
Milestone EasyCUT is an instrument that requires the utmost attention when unpacked and installed.
EasyCUT is delivered in a wooden box (weight EasyCUT: 15kg (33lb), weight EasyCUT+packaging: 30kg
(66lb)) with the following dimensions:
Width: 560mm (22in)
Height: 800mm (31in)
Depth: 760mm (30in)
Unit dimensions:
Width: 510mm (20in)
Height: 670mm (26in)
Depth: 590mm (23in)
Space dimensions required to place the unit:
Width: 710mm (28in)
Height: 680mm (27in)
Depth: 600mm (24in)
Microtome available space:
Width: 500mm (20in)
Height: 578mm (23in)
Depth: 469mm (18in)
The following pictures show the dimensions of EasyCUT and the space required:
UPPER VIEW
The MINIMUM depth required for the bench is 600mm (24in)
Width: 510mm (20in)
Height: 670mm (26in)
Depth: 590mm (23in)

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2.2. Unpacking and check list
When unpacking, check that all parts correspond to the packing list included in the shipment. The utmost care
must be paid during unpacking of the unit, to avoid any scratch or damage to the external coating.
The EasyCUT unit (CODE SYN0001) includes the following items:
DESCRIPTION
Qty
IMAGE
EasyCUT
1
Power cord 115V
1
Power cord 230V
1
Tool for speed
adjustment
1
EasyCUT air grey
filters for dust
(please refer to
chapter 6.1 for spare
parts codes)
5
spare loose
filters
EasyCUT paper blue
filters for air speed
regulation
(please refer to
chapter 6.1 for spare
parts codes)
10
spare loose
filters
EasyCUT (MM148)
Operator Manual with
maintenance
instructions in
electronic format
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2.3. Placement
The EasyCUT unit can be positioned in its final place of use. Make sure it is firmly placed and the bench is
level.
During the installation, EasyCUT should not be connected to the main power supply.
Avoid to use EasyCUT in places where there are high levels of steam or dust in the air or
where it could be exposed directly to water.
Do not place objects in the area under the ionized air outlet at a distance below 100 mm
(4in) (see picture) as they could jeopardize the proper operation and performances of
EasyCUT.
2.3.1. Unit overview
The picture below shows the front view of the EasyCUT unit.
1. Fan
2. Ionizers
3. LED light
4. LED switch
5. Ionizers switch
6. Power cord outlet
4
1
6
5
3
2

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The pictures below show the details of the light indicators on the ionizer:
1. POWER: green light on when the instrument is working.
2. ERROR: red light on when an abnormal discharge occurs or if the sensor detects that an object has
been inserted in one of the 4 slots where ionized air comes out from or if the fan is obstructed.
3. CHECK: yellow light on shows that the inspection is required on the ionizing needles inserted in the 4
slots (please refer to chapter A.1) or a decrease in the fan speed is occurring because of an obstruction
or dirty filter (please refer to chapter 4.1.2 for the filter cleaning)
4. BAR ALARM: it turns on if the error led or check led concerns the 4 slots where the ionized air comes
out from.
5. FAN ALARM: it turns on if the error led or the check led regards the fan.
1
2
3
5
4

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2.4. Power supply
Power supply line needs to have a ground connection (Class I device).
Power line protection:
115V version: Miniature circuit breaker curve C, 15A, residual current device: 30mA.
230V version: Miniature circuit breaker curve C, 10A, residual current device: 30mA.
•A ground connection is available in the lab to ensure the unit works correctly (yellow/green wire). Do
not connect a Milestone unit without ground connection. Do not use the blue/white wire (neutral of
power line).
•Power supply line wires (their size and distance from the switch board) used in the laboratory must be
compliant with the label positioned on the back of Milestone units.
•Plug/socket must be visible during normal use and easily accessible.
Before connecting the plug to the laboratory’s socket, check that the power supply
voltage of the unit matches the power supply line of the laboratory.
Damage occurs if the instrument is supplied with incorrect power supply.
Power line protection:
230V: Differential circuit breaker curve C, 10A, breaking power greater than 6000A
Differential current: 30mA (Class I Device).
CONNECTING CABLES: Never connect or remove cables when power to the unit is
switched on, this will avoid risk of damage.
Connect the plug of the power cord to the EasyCUT socket and the plug of the main power cord to the main
power supply socket.

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3. OPERATE WITH EasyCUT
Place the microtome on the steel plate.
Microtome not included in EasyCUT unit.
Turn on EasyCUT, pressing the power button and wait for 4 seconds before starting the microtome cutting of
the wax blocks.
A flow of ionized air will start to come out from the four slots:
Never insert objects inside the slots where the ionized air comes out from otherwise
electric shocks could occur.
It is possible to turn on the LED strip to light the cutting area. Press the power button shown in the picture
below:
The distance between the blade of the microtome and the ionizer must not exceed 41cm if the
unit is used at the minimum speed (1), otherwise it could not neutralize correctly. In this case it
is recommended to increase the speed.

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3.1. Adjusting the air flow direction
It is possible to adjust the air flow direction, following the instructions below:
1. Turn off EasyCUT pressing the button shown in the picture, on “0”:
2. Slightly loosen the black knob (indicated by the yellow circle).
3. With both hands turn the ionizing bar in the desired position, paying attention not to insert fingers in
the slots where needles are located.
Never insert objects inside the slots where the ionized air comes out from otherwise
electric shocks could occur.
Use caution to avoid the risk of hand and or finger crushing during the ionizing bar
movement.
4. At the end, keeping the ionizing bar in a hand, move the fan in the desired position and tighten the
black knob.
5. Turn on EasyCUT and cut the blocks.

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3.2. Adjusting the air flow speed
It is possible to adjust the air speed by means of the tool for speed adjustment supplied with the instrument.
Insert the tool for speed adjustment in the slot and turn clockwise as shown in the picture.
Minimum speed: position 1 with blue filter
Maximum speed: position 4 without blue filter
If the minimum speed (position 1 with blue filter) is not enough to neutralize the electrostatic charge, remove
the blue filter.
1. Press in the top right corner of the fan (as shown in the picture):
2. Slide the fan grid to the left.

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3. Remove the blue filter.
4. Close the grid.
After that, if the speed 1 without blue filter is not enough to neutralize the electrostatic charge, increase the
speed up to position 2.

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4. MAINTENANCE
4.1. Introduction
The EasyCUT maintenance is a simple maintenance that prevents the likelihood of the most serious problems.
Minimum maintenance is required to the laboratory personnel using the EasyCUT. The following procedure is
recommended to ensure optimal performance of EasyCUT.
4.1.1. Monthly: ionizing needle cleaning
This is a first level maintenance required to the laboratory personnel.
Make sure to always turn off the instrument before performing any procedure of
assistance and maintenance and to disconnect the instrument from the power supply.
Pay attention not to touch the ionizing needles as they are sharp.
Never insert objects inside the slots where the ionized air comes out from otherwise the
operation could be jeopardized.
When the product is used for long periods, dust and other foreign particles can deposit on the ionizing needle
and on the area around it. If it happens, clean the needles following the instructions below:
1. Check that the power supply is disconnected.
2. Remove the 4 blocks of ionizing needles from the back of the instrument as shown in the following
pictures:
a. Simultaneously press on the external buttons and remove the block.
3. Use a cotton swab moistened with alcohol and clean every needle and the adjacent area. If needles
are extremely dirty it is possible to use a toothbrush moistened with alcohol and then use a cotton
swab to dry.
It is possible to clean the block with ionizing needles with ultrasound instruments,
provided that they are inserted in the tank one at a time.
4. At the end of the cleaning, insert the block in its housing until you hear a click.

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4.1.2. Every 2 months: fan filter cleaning
This is a first level maintenance required to the laboratory personnel.
Make sure to always turn off the instrument before performing any procedure of
assistance and maintenance.
When the product is used for long periods, dust and other small foreign particles can deposit in the fan filter. If
it happens, clean the air filter following the instructions below:
1. Press in the top right corner of the fan (as shown in the picture):
2. Slide the fan grid to the left.
3. Remove the blue filter.

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4. Remove the grey filter and proceed with cleaning by removing the dust from inside the filter. if the dust
persists, it is possible to clean the filter using water, making sure that it is well dried before replacing
it.
5. It is now possible to insert the clean filter.
6. Insert the NEW blue filter and close the grid.