Thermo Scientific Shandon TissueWave 2 Manual

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TissueWave 2 Operator Guide
Shandon TissueWave 2
Microwave Specimen
Processing System
Operator Guide - Issue 1
B35210021 English

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The Shandon TissueWave 2 meets the following CE Mark requirements:
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The following symbols and conventions are used throughout this
manual and on the instrument.
THIS SYMBOL IS USED ON THE EQUIPMENT, OR IN A DOCUMENT,
TO WARN THAT INSTRUCTIONS MUST BE FOLLOWED FOR SAFE
AND CORRECT OPERATION. IF THIS SYMBOL APPEARS ON THE
INSTRUMENT, ALWAYS REFER TO THIS OPERATOR GUIDE.
THIS SYMBOL IS USED ON THE EQUIPMENT, OR IN A DOCUMENT, TO
WARN THAT THERE MAY BE A BIOHAZARD ASSOCIATED WITH THE
INSTRUMENT. ALWAYS ACT WITH COMMON SENSE AND BE AWARE
OF THE SAMPLES USED. TAKE SUITABLE PRECAUTIONS.
THIS SYMBOL WARNS YOU THAT SURFACES ARE HOT. IF THIS
SYMBOL APPEARS ON THE INSTRUMENT, ALWAYS REFER TO THIS
OPERATOR GUIDE.
THIS SYMBOL IS USED ON THE EQUIPMENT, OR IN A DOCUMENT,
TO WARN THAT HARMFUL CHEMICALS ARE USED WITH THE
INSTRUMENT. REFER TO THE MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETS FOR
THE CHEMICALS USED. ALWAYS ACT WITH COMMON SENSE AND
BE AWARE OF LOCAL LABORATORY PROCEDURES. TAKE SUITABLE
PRECAUTIONS.
A warning is given in the document if there is a danger of
personal injury or damage to samples or equipment.
Note
Notes give more information about a job or instruction but do not form part of
the instructions.
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Contents
How to Use This Guide
Safety Information
1 - Introducing the Shandon TissueWave 2
2 - Daily Operation
3 - Installation
4 - Programming
5 - Troubleshooting
6 - Maintenance and Cleaning
Appendix A - Approved Reagents List
Appendix B - List of Available Names
Appendix C - Graph of Power Output
Appendix D - Power Output Confidence Test
Appendix E - Accessories
Appendix F - Warranty and Declaration of Conformity
Appendix G - Technical Specifications
Index

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How to Use This Guide
The Shandon TissueWave 2 Microwave is intended for use in
pathology laboratories by operators familiar with tissue processing
and laboratory equipment.
Before operating the instrument, the section entitled Safety
Information must be read and understood.
This Operator Guide is structured to let processing of tissues begin
quickly and safely with the Shandon TissueWave 2.
Section 1 - Introducing the Shandon TissueWave 2 This chapter
identifies the components of the Shandon TissueWave 2 Microwave
and describes their functions.
Section 2 - Daily Operation This chapter explains the daily
operation procedures required to run pre-defined protocols.
Section 3 - Installation This chapter describes the initial installation
and setup of the unit.
Section 4 - Programming This chapter explains the initial
programming of the microwave, as well as how to make changes to
existing programs.
Section 5 - Troubleshooting This chapter explains the alarm
messages and gives details on how to solve common processing
problems.
Section 6 - Maintenance and Cleaning This chapter explains the
daily, weekly and monthly cleaning and maintenance requirements
for the unit.
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Safety Information
The Shandon TissueWave 2 is designed and made with care.
The instrument is safe to use, simple to operate, and easy to maintain.
Many safety features have been built into the unit to ensure its safe
operation.
However, incorrect actions by a user may damage the equipment, or
cause a hazard to health.
All users must read and understand the following paragraphs
before using this instrument.
Operate the unit from a properly grounded and
appropriately rated receptacle.
To minimize the risk of electrical shock and the possibility
of interference with other electronic devices, the unit must
always be powered from a grounded receptacle.
Position the Shandon TissueWave 2 so that it is possible to
interrupt the mains supply at the source by removing the plug
from the socket.
In addition, the unit should be operated on its own electrical
power circuit with a current rating at least equal to the unit’s
fuse rating. Line voltage may fluctuate particularly if other
devices are powered on the same line.
The shortest possible distance between the service outlet
and the main connection feeding the service will provide
the best results in terms of consistent power output from the
microwave.
Ensure proper operation of the vent system.
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The Shandon TissueWave 2 vent system interlock is designed
to prevent use of the unit unless adequate air flow has been
established through the microwave chamber.
Keep the exhaust hose clean and unrestricted. This provides
protection against the buildup of possibly toxic or explosive
fumes inside the unit.
Never attempt to operate the unit with a known deficiency in
the venting unit.
Do not operate the unit when empty.
Whenever operating the Shandon TissueWave 2 unit, be
sure that the microwave chamber contains some type of
microwave absorbent material. Use only microwavable
containers in the Shandon TissueWave 2.
Insufficient or improper loads or improper containers
(metal) will cause the magnetron or parts of the microwave
interior to overheat. When this happens, a thermal switch
will eventually turn the unit off so the magnetron can cool.
Several minutes will need to elapse before the switch resets
and allows the unit to operate.
Damage to the magnetron may occur with insufficient loads.
Never heat food in a laboratory microwave.
Do not put excessive weight on the door.
For example, the door is not designed to support the weight
of someone leaning on it. Applying heavy loads to the door
might cause it to become misaligned and result in improper
operation of the unit.
Do not attempt to operate the unit with something caught in
the door or with the door open.
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There are two safety interlocks on the door to prevent open-
door operation.
Do not allow residue to build up on the door seals. Seals may
be cleaned with a mild detergent and warm water using a
soft sponge or cloth.
Do not operate the unit if the door, hinges or door seals are
damaged.
Use caution when heating volatile and / or flammable
materials.
Volatile material may evaporate quickly in the microwave
chamber and should be closely monitored during processing.
To prevent the build-up of an explosive mixture in the
chamber, flammable materials should not be heated to their
boiling point.
Reagents containing metals (eg: Zinc Formalin ot Mercuric
Chloride) need to be completely cleaned off of all internal
components. Build up of such metals may cause arcing to
occur.
Do not install the unit next to or near a source of heat.
Do not install the unit at or above eye level. Make sure the
microwave fits securely on a counter space.
To avoid toxic fumes when handling heated solutions always
work with heated solutions in a properly vented area.
Never use an additional thermometer in the unit.
Only the supplied temperature probe should be used to
monitor temperature inside of the Shandon TissueWave 2.
Use only qualified microwave service personnel for
repairs.
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The unit should never be adjusted or repaired by anyone
except qualified microwave service personnel. The outer
case of the microwave should not be removed at any time,
except by a qualified service person.
Use caution when the vacuum chamber is in use.
The vacuum line (hose) is intended for pulling gases, not
liquids. Care should be taken to not allow liquids to be sucked
into the line.
Always release the vacuum from the chamber with the
vacuum release knob on the control panel.
Specimens must be completely covered with fluid
during all processing and staining procedures.
Processing and staining fluids will disperse the heat
generated by the microwaves in an even manner throughout
the tissue sample. This provides even processing and staining
without undue heating of artifacts.
Exposed plastic cassettes and processing racks may melt if
left uncovered with fluid.
Avoid using sponge biopsy pads as they may interfere with
the exchange of heat and reagents for the specimen sample.
Material such as metal suture staples may be processed
in the unit safely as long as they are totally submersed in
processing solution.
Never heat combustible fluids above their boiling
points.
There is a potential static discharge hazard when heating
combustibles.
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Paraffin should be properly heated to the processing
temperature before placing the paraffin into the Shandon
TissueWave.
Never attempt to disengage the vacuum unit by
disconnecting the tubing or lid.
This will cause a backup of fluid into the tubing and possibly
the vacuum pump.
Always disengage the vacuum by releasing the vacuum knob
located on the control panel.
If this equipment is used in a manner not specified by
Thermo Fisher Scientific, the protection offered by the
equipment may be impaired.
The Shandon TissueWave 2 as supplied, complies with EN 61010-1:2001.
However, chemicals introduce potential hazards and Thermo
has adopted the following position with regard to the subject
of heated surfaces and volatile chemicals used in medical
laboratories:
i Non-specified chemicals are used in the instrument at the
customer’s own risk.
ii All the chemicals recommended by Thermo have auto-ignition
temperatures considerably above any surface temperature
that can be reached during a single fault failure of the heating
system on the instrument.
iii The instrument contains no source of ignition in any areas of
the instrument where chemicals are stored or likely to leak in a
single fault condition.
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