Leica EG1150 C Cold Plate Instructions for Use Leica EG1150 C 2v4 RevD, English – 10/2012 Order No. 14 0388 80101 Always keep this manual with the instrument. Read carefully before working with the instrument.
IMPORTANT NOTE The information, numerical data, notes and value judgments contained in this manual represent the current state of scientific knowledge and state-of-the-art technology as we understand it following thorough investigation in this field. We are under no obligation to update the present manual periodically and on an ongoing basis according to the latest technical developments, nor to provide our customers with additional copies, updates etc. of this manual.
Table of contents 1. Important Information.............................................................................................................................. 5 1.1 Symbols in the text and their meanings..................................................................................... 5 1.2 Qualification of personnel............................................................................................................ 5 1.3 Intended use of instrument.......................................
1. Important Information 1.1 Symbols in the text and their meanings Warnings appear in a gray box and are marked by a warning triangle . Notes, i.e. important information for the user, appear in a gray box and are marked with the symbol . (5) (Fig. 5) Numbers in parentheses refer to item numbers in illustrations or to the illustrations themselves. REF Order No. SN Serial number Symbol for alternating current The package contents are fragile and must be handled with care.
1. Important Information 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 flows into the arrow-shaped indicator window and sticks there permanently. Improper handling of the shipment is immediately detectable and can be proven definitively.
2. Safety 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 products. 2.1 Safety notes These Instructions for Use include important instructions and information related to the operating safety and maintenance of the instrument.
2. Safety To prevent damage to the instrument or the specimen, only accessories authorized by Leica may be used. 2.2 Warnings The safety 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.
2. Safety • T he minimum voltage (see Technical data) must be maintained while starting the refrigeration unit. The compressor needs a start-up current of approx. 25 A. A stable power supply in accordance with the instrument's specifications is essential to its proper functioning. Please ensure that your electrical installation fulfills these preconditions prior to installing the unit. Nonobservance causes damage to the instrument.
3. Instrument components and specifications 3.1 Overview – instrument parts • The instrument is distinguished by a simple, modular design and a powerful refrigeration unit with precisely controlled cooling performance. • High temperature consistency ensures homogeneous blocking out and prevents tearing of the paraffin blocks. • High cooling performance ensures that the instrument's working temperature is reached quickly.
3. Instrument Components and Specifications 3.2 Technical data General data Approvals: The instrument-specific marks are located on the rear panel of the instrument next to the name plate The 120 V version has the test symbol c-CSA-us. Voltage of power supply: The device requires a specific AC voltage, see table at right. Instrument type acc. to identification label.
4. Instrument Setup 4.1 Location conditions • Stable, vibration-free laboratory table with horizontal, flat table top, as far as possible vibration-free ground. • No direct sunlight or strong temperature fluctuations. Room temperature consistently between +15 °C and +28 °C. At a room temperature of > +28 °C, the working temperature of the cold plate of -5 °C may not be reached at all points. • Relative air humidity maximum 80 %, non-condensing.
4. Instrument Setup 4.3 Unpacking and installation The unpacking instructions are located on the outside of the transport box in which the instrument is delivered shows the assembly of the original packaging. The numbers indicate the sequence of disassembling and reassembling. When the instrument is delivered, check the tilt indicators on the packaging. If the arrowhead is blue, the shipment was transported laying flat, was tilted at too great an angle or fell over during transport.
4. Instrument Setup 7 4. Lift the EG1150 C instrument (5) from the bottom pad (6). Also grab the instrument with one hand down and at the front (7) and with the other hand up and at the back (8) and lift it straight from the transport crate. 8 Fig. 5 14 The packaging must be retained for the duration of the warranty period. To return the instrument, follow the instructions above in reverse order. Instructions for Use V 2.
4. Instrument Setup 4.4 Power supply The Leica EG1150 C refrigeration unit requires a specific voltage and frequency (refer to "Technical data" chapter), and is therefore always delivered with a power cable that fits the instrument.
5. Operation 5.1 Switch on the instrument After installation as described in Chapter 4, the Leica EG1150 C is ready for operation. Switch on the device with the On-Off switch at the front left of the instrument ("I" = ON). A lamp lights up in the switch to indicate that the unit is operational and the refrigeration unit will start working. Depending on the room temperature, the working temperature of the cooling surface (-5 °C) will be reached in around 25 minutes (see also Ch. 4.1).
5. Operation 5.3 Instrument malfunctions If you cannot solve your problem using the help in the following table, please contact your L eica customer service organization or the Leica dealer from whom you purchased the instrument. Malfunction Possible causes Corrective action Instrument doesn't work. Power switch not turned on. or The cut-out function of the power switch activated. Check instrument is connected, then turn main power switch on.
6. Cleaning and Maintenance 6.1 Cleaning the instrument Switch off the instrument each time before cleaning and pull out the power plug. While handling cleaning materials, observe the safety regulations of the manufacturer and the lab regulations valid in the country of use. During cleaning, do not allow any liquid to penetrate inside the instrument! To prevent scratching the surface of the instrument, do not use metallic tools with sharp edges under any circumstances.
7. Warranty and Service Warranty Leica Biosystems Nussloch GmbH guarantees that the contractual product delivered has been subjected to a comprehensive quality control procedure based on the Leica in-house testing standards, and that the product is faultless and complies with all technical specifications and/or characteristics warranted. The scope of the warranty is based on the content of the concluded agreement.
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