Beckman Coulter, Inc.
Miami, Florida 33196-2500 USA
LEGAL NOTICES
Beckman Coulter, Inc. makes no representation that, upon furnishing this service manual, the holder of the manual will have
the necessary technical capabilities and know-how to properly troubleshoot and repair any of the equipment specified in the
manual. Beckman Coulter, Inc. assumes no liability whatsoever, including consequential and incidental damages, resulting
from improper operation of Beckman Coulter instruments after maintenance of Beckman Coulter instruments has been
performed by persons not employed by Beckman Coulter, Inc. Furthermore, Beckman Coulter, Inc. assumes no liability
whatsoever for any personal injury or property damage resulting from maintenance and/or repair of Beckman Coulter
instruments performed by persons not employed by Beckman Coulter, Inc.
READ ALL PRODUCT MANUALS AND CONSULT WITH BECKMAN COULTER-TRAINED PERSONNEL BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE INSTRUMENT.
HAZARDS AND OPERATIONAL PRECAUTIONS AND LIMITATIONS
WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, and IMPORTANTS alert you as follows:
WARNING- Can cause injury.
CAUTION- Can cause damage to the instrument.
IMPORTANT- Can cause misleading results.
Beckman Coulter, Inc. urges its customers to comply with all national health and safety standards such as the use of barrier
protection. This may include, but it is not limited to, protective eyewear, gloves, and suitable laboratory attire when
operating or maintaining this or any other automated laboratory analyzer.
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Released by CN 030850-0253
Software version 4A
Revision B is a complete revision. This revision includes any hardware changes made since revision A, four
gripper arm alignment procedures (Heading 4.31), three new bridge assembly adjustment procedures
(Headings 4.30, 4.32, and 4.33), and a copy of the Coulter® GEN S St™ SlideStainer Stand Alone PC
TOOL User Documentation (inserted after Heading B.1).
Revision C, 7/01
Released by CN 036830-0198
GEN•S System software version: 4A2
LH 750 System software version: 1A
Revision C incorporates information for the LH SlideStainer. As part of adding the LH 750 System
information, the red and yellow traffic light icons were replaced with text in the error message tables. This
replacement is not marked with change bars, as that would mask true technical changes. Technical
changes were made on the following pages: 1.1-1, 1.1-3, 1.2-2, 2.1-1, 2.1-2, 2.1-3, 2.1-6, 2.3-3, 3.1-1,
8.2-1, 8.2-4, 8.2-6, 8.2-7, 8.2-12, 8.2-13, and 8.2-14.
Revision D, 3/02
Released by CN 036850-0458
GEN•S System software version: 4A2
LH 750 System software version: 1A2
Revision D updates the installation procedures and associated information to address installation
problems experienced during the controlled release of the LH 750 System. In addition, the parts list is
updated and the engineering schematics have been removed from Chapter 6 and added to a CD-ROM in
the Service Resource Kit.
Changes were made on the following pages: 1.1-1, 3.2-2,3.2-3, 3.3-9, 3.3-10, 3.4-2, 6.1-1, 8.1-2, 8.1-3,
8.1-4, 8.2-2, 8.2-10, 8.2-13, 8.2-14.
Changes that are part of the most recent revision are indicated in the printed copy by a bar in the margin of
the amended page.
This document applies to the latest software listed and higher versions. When a subsequent software version affects the
information in this document, the changes will be included on minor revision change pages or summarized on a Notice of
Information Update form and will be released by service memo.
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1INTRODUCTION,1.1-1
1.1MANUAL DESCRIPTION,1.1-1
Scope,1.1-1
Intended Audience,1.1-1
Organization,1.1-2
Numbering Format,1.1-3
Special Headings,1.1-3
Function,2.7-3
Inputs,2.7-4
Outputs,2.7-4
Connectors, LEDs, and Sensors,2.7-4
CONTENTS
2.8SLIDE BASKET PROCESSING SYSTEM - DRYER MODULE,2.8-1
Summary,2.8-1
Dryer Module,2.8-1
Function,2.8-1
Temperature Monitoring,2.8-1
3INSTALLATION PROCEDURES,3.1-1
3.1PREINSTALLATION CHECKLIST,3.1-1
Space and Accessibility,3.1-1
Electrical Requirements,3.1-2
System Requirements,3.1-2
GEN•S Cell,3.1-2
LH 750 System with LH SlideMaker and LH SlideStainer,3.1-2
3.2MODIFYING THE SLIDEMAKER,3.2-1
Tools/Supplies Needed,3.2-1
Installing the Receiver Bracket,3.2-1
Removing the GEN•S SM SlideMaker Basket Queue and Interface Covers,3.2-2
Removing the LH SlideMaker Interface Cover,3.2-2
3.3UNPACKING AND CONNECTING THE SLIDESTAINER,3.3-1
Tools/Supplies Needed,3.3-1
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Unpacking and Positioning the SlideStainer,3.3-2
Installing the Bridge Assembly on the SlideStainer,3.3-3
Connecting the System Interconnect Cable,3.3-6
Connecting the Reagent and Waste Lines,3.3-7
Enabling the Battery,3.3-9
Connecting the Main Power Cable,3.3-9
Securing the SlideStainer to the SlideMaker,3.3-9
3.4PREPARING FOR OPERATION,3.4-1
Tools/Supplies Needed,3.4-1
Preparing the SlideStainer for Operation,3.4-1
Preparing the System for SlideStainer Operation,3.4-1
3.5TESTING THE SYSTEM,3.5-1
Tools/Supplies Needed,3.5-1
Procedure,3.5-1
4SERVICE AND REPAIR PROCEDURES,4.1-1
4.1GUIDELINES FOR SERVICING THE SLIDESTAINER,4.1-1
General Guidelines,4.1-1
Cover Opening and Removal,4.1-1
4.31 BRIDGE ASSEMBLY: GRIPPER ARM ALIGNMENT,4.31-1
Purpose,4.31-1
Good Gripper Arm Alignment,4.31-1
Why Is It Important?,4.31-1
How Do I Recognize It?,4.31-1
How Do I Achieve It?,4.31-2
Alignment Screens and Controls,4.31-4
Installing the SlideStainer Teach Tool,4.31-6
Purpose,4.31-6
Tools Supplies Needed,4.31-6
Installing the Alignment Tool,4.31-7
Installing the Teach Basket,4.31-7
Using the Workstation and the SlideStainer Teach Tool for Alignment,4.31-7
Tools Supplies Needed,4.31-7
Procedure,4.31-7
Using the Workstation and a Slide Basket for Alignment,4.31-9
Using the PC TOOL and the SlideStainer Teach Tool for Alignment, 4.31-11
Tools/Supplies Needed, 4.31-11
Procedure, 4.31-11
Using the PC TOOL and a Slide Basket for Alignment, 4.31-13
7.1SLIDESTAINER MESSAGES,7.1-1
About the Tables in Heading 7.2, TABLES OF SLIDESTAINER MESSAGES,7.1-1
Icons and Traffic Lights Displayed on the Workstation with System Messages,7.1-1
CONTENTS
7.2TABLES OF SLIDESTAINER MESSAGES,7.2-1
8PARTS LISTS,8.1-1
8.1MASTER PARTS LIST,8.1-1
8.2ILLUSTRATED PARTS,8.2-1
AQUICK REFERENCE INFORMATION,A.1-1
A.1TOLERANCES AND LIMITS,A.1-1
Bath Reagent Levels,A.1-1
Temperature Tolerances,A.1-1
Voltages Tolerances,A.1-1
AC Input Line Voltages,A.1-1
Power Supply,A.1-1
A.2CIRCUIT CARD LAYOUTS WITH KEY COMPONENT DESCRIPTIONS,A.2-1
Adapter Card,A.2-1
Connectors,A.2-1
Agitation Distributor Card, Style 2 (for use with Conductivity Liquid Level
Sensors),A.2-2
Connectors,A.2-2
LEDs,A.2-3
Sensors,A.2-3
Agitation Distributor Card, Style 1 (for use with Thermal Liquid Level
Sensors),A.2-4
Connectors,A.2-4
LEDs,A.2-4
Sensors,A.2-4
Baseboard Card,A.2-5
Connectors,A.2-6
Baseboard Card Jumper,A.2-6
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LEDs,A.2-7
Tes t P oi n ts ,A.2-7
Drawer Card,A.2-8
Connectors,A.2-9
Sensors,A.2-9
Gripper Interface Card,A.2-10
Connectors,A.2-10
LEDs,A.2-10
Sensors,A.2-10
Y/Z Distributor Card,A.2-11
Connectors,A.2-11
LEDs,A.2-12
Sensors,A.2-12
BTHE PC TOOL,B.1-1
B.1USING THE PC TOOL,B.1-1
ABBREVIATIONS,ABBREVIATIONS-1
INDEX, INDEX-1
TRADEMARKS
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2.1-1GEN•S ST SlideStainer Covers, Doors, Controls, and Indicators,2.1-2
2.1-2LH SlideStainer Covers, Doors, Controls, and Indicators,2.1-3
2.1-3SlideStainer Modules and Assemblies,2.1-4
2.2-1Electronic Power System Block Diagram,2.2-1
2.2-2Electronic Power System Components,2.2-2
2.3-1Reagent and Waste External Lines,2.3-1
2.3-2Fill and Drain Tube Assemblies,2.3-2
2.3-3Liquid Module, Hydraulic Side,2.3-4
2.3-4Liquid Module, Electronic Side,2.3-5
2.5-1Bridge Assembly Movement,2.5-1
2.5-2X-Axis Assembly Components,2.5-2
2.5-3X-Axis Belt Movement,2.5-2
2.5-4Y-Axis Assembly Components,2.5-4
2.5-5Y-Axis Motor Assembly Movement,2.5-4
2.5-6Z-Axis Assembly Components,2.5-5
2.5-7Gripper Module Components,2.5-6
2.6-1Drawer Module Components,2.6-2
2.7-1Agitation Module Components,2.7-2
3.1-1Space and Accessibility Requirements for the GEN•SST SlideStainer,3.1-1
3.1-2Space and Accessibility Requirements for the LH SlideStainer,3.1-2
3.2-1Installing the Receiver Bracket on the GEN•S SM SlideMaker,3.2-1
3.2-2Installing the Receiver Bracket on the LH SlideMaker),3.2-2
3.2-3Correct Cable Guide Positioning,3.2-3
3.3-1GEN•S Cell Main Component Layout,3.3-2
3.3-2LH 750 Cell Main Component Layout,3.3-2
3.3-3Installing the Positioning Bracket GEN•SST SlideStainer,3.3-3
3.3-4Installing the Positioning Bracket on the LH SlideStainer,3.3-3
3.3-5Mounting the Bridge Assembly onto the SlideStainer,3.3-4
3.3-6Routing the Y/Z Distribution Cable,3.3-4
3.3-7Aligning the Belt Stopper and Belt Flag with the Bridge Roller Mounts,3.3-5
3.3-8Connecting the System Interconnect Cable on the GEN•S ST SlideStainer,3.3-6
3.3-9Connecting the System Interconnect Cable on the LH SlideStainer,3.3-6
3.3-10 Connecting the Reagent Lines,3.3-7
3.3-11 Connecting the Waste Lines,3.3-8
3.3-12 Securing the GEN•S ST SlideStainer to the GEN•S SM SlideMaker,3.3-9
3.3-13 Securing the LH SlideStainer to the LH SlideMaker,3.3-10
3.3-14 Aligning the Gripper Arm Path Between the SlideStainer and SlideMaker,3.3-10
4.1-1Lifting the SlideStainer Cover Door,4.1-2
4.1-2Lifting the SlideStainer Cover,4.1-2
4.1-3Opening the Electronic Compartment Door,4.1-3
4.1-4Opening the Bath Tray Door,4.1-3
4.1-5Opening the Basket Tray Drawer,4.1-4
4.1-6Removing the Agitator Cover,4.1-4
4.1-7Removing the X-Axis Belt Cover,4.1-5
4.1-8Removing the Cable Guard,4.1-5
4.1-9Bridge Cover Removal,4.1-6
4.1-10 Removing the Y/Z Distributor Card Cover,4.1-6
4.3-1Disconnecting the Drain and Fill Lines,4.3-2
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4.3-2Removing the Splash Shield,4.3-2
4.3-3Removing the Agitation Module,4.3-3
4.4-1Removing the Bath Tray Holder,4.4-2
4.5-1Removing the Splash Shield,4.5-2
4.5-2Removing the Agitator Motor,4.5-2
4.6-1Removing the Bath Tray Present Sensor,4.6-1
4.7-1Removing a Fill and Drain Tube Assembly with a Thermal Liquid level
Sensor,4.7-1
4.7-2Removing a Fill and Drain Tube Assembly with a Conductivity Liquid Level
Sensor,4.7-2
4.8-1Accessing the Thermal Liquid Level Sensor Adjustment,4.8-1
4.8-2Accessing the Conductivity Liquid Level Sensor Adjustment,4.8-2
4.9-1Removing the Agitation Distributor Card,4.9-1
4.10-1 Reagent and Waste Input and Output Ports,4.10-1
4.10-2 Removing the Liquid Module Securing Screws,4.10-2
4.12-1 Removing the Power Supply,4.12-1
4.12-2 Removing the Line Filter Assembly from the Power Supply,4.12-2
4.13-1 Baseboard Card Removal,4.13-1
4.14-1 Removing the Drawer Module, 4.14-1
4.15-1 Removing the Drawer Card,4.15-1
4.16-1 Removing the Input Queue and Output Queue Sensors,4.16-1
4.17-1 Removing the Drawer Closed Sensor,4.17-1
4.18-1 Removing the Drawer Solenoid,4.18-1
4.19-1 Removing the Holding Position Tray Bracket,4.19-1
4.20-1 Removing the Splash Shield,4.20-2
4.20-2 Accessing the Dryer Module,4.20-2
4.20-3 Removing the Dryer Module,4.20-3
4.21-1 Disconnecting the Y/Z Distribution Cable,4.21-1
4.21-2 Detaching the Belt Stopper and Belt Flag from the Bridge Roller Mounts,4.21-2
4.21-3 Removing the Right Roller Assembly,4.21-3
4.21-4 Removing the Left Roller Assembly,4.21-3
4.21-5 Mounting the Bridge Assembly onto the SlideStainer,4.21-4
4.22-1 Removing the Gripper Module,4.22-1
4.23-1 Removing the X-Axis Motor and Encoder Assembly,4.23-1
4.24-1 Removing the Holding Position Assembly,4.24-1
4.24-2 Shaping the Ends of the New X-Axis Belt,4.24-2
4.24-3 Belt Stopper Position,4.24-2
4.24-4 Routing the X-Axis Belt,4.24-3
4.24-5 Installing the Belt Flag Assembly,4.24-4
4.24-6 Belt Tensioning Screw,4.24-5
4.24-7 Rails and Rail Wipers Locations,4.24-5
4.25-1 Removing the X-Axis Home Position Sensor,4.25-1
4.26-1 Removing the Bridge Cover and Horizontal Cable Guide,4.26-1
4.26-2 Removing the Y/Z Distribution Cable from the Z-Axis Cable Clamp,4.26-2
4.26-3 Removing the Y/Z Distribution Cable from the Vertical Cable Holder,4.26-3
4.26-4 Locating J51 on the Adapter Card,4.26-3
4.26-5 Removing the Cable Protector,4.26-4
4.26-6 Positioning the Ribbon Cable on the Cable-to-Rollers Holder,4.26-4
4.26-7 Installing the Y/Z Distribution Cable in the Horizontal Cable Guide,4.26-5
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4.27-1 Removing the Y/Z Distributor Card,4.27-1
4.28-1 Removing the Adapter Card,4.28-1
4.29-1 Removing the Bridge Cover and Horizontal Cable Guide,4.29-1
4.29-2 Removing the Z-Axis Assembly,4.29-2
4.30-1 Adjusting the Z-Axis Eccentric,4.30-2
4.31-1 SlideStainer Arm Alignment Screen,4.31-4
4.31-2 Alignment Tool,4.31-6
4.31-3 Teach Basket,4.31-6
4.31-4 Installing the Alignment Tool,4.31-7
4.32-1 Accessing Y-Axis Travel Adjustments,4.32-1
4.32-2 Rear Y-Axis Roller Adjustment,4.32-2
4.32-3 Front Y-Axis Roller Adjustment,4.32-3
4.33-1 X-Axis Roller Adjustment,4.33-2
8.2-1Main SlideStainer Modules and Assemblies Illustrated,8.2-1
8.2-2Agitation Module Components (See Table 8.2-2),8.2-2
8.2-3Bridge Assembly Components (See Table 8.2-3),8.2-3
8.2-4GEN•S ST SlideStainer Chassis Components, Front View (See Table 8.2-4),8.2-4
8.2-5Chassis Components, Top View, and Dryer Module (See Table 8.2-5),8.2-5
8.2-6Chassis Components, Rear View, with Reagent and Waste Lines (See
Table 8.2-6),8.2-6
8.2-7Drawer Module Components (See Table 8.2-7),8.2-8
8.2-8Electronic Compartment Components (See Table 8.2-8),8.2-9
8.2-9Liquid Module Components, Front View (See Table 8.2-9),8.2-10
8.2-10 Liquid Module Components, Rear View, Power Supply Removed (See
Table 8.2-10),8.2-11
8.2-11 GEN•S ST SlideStainer Covers and Doors (See Table 8.2-11),8.2-12
8.2-12 LH SlideStainer Covers and Doors (See Table 8.2-12),8.2-13
8.2-13 LH SlideStainer Chassis Components, Front View (See Table 8.2-4),8.2-14
A.2-1Adapter Card Connectors,A.2-1
A.2-2Agitation Distributor Card, Style 2, Connectors, LEDs, and Sensors,A.2-2
A.2-3Agitation Distributor Card, Style 1, Connectors, LEDs, and Sensors,A.2-4
A.2-4Baseboard Card Connectors, Jumpers, LEDs, and Test Points,A.2-5
A.2-5Drawer Card Connectors and Sensors,A.2-8
A.2-6Gripper Interface Card Connectors, LEDs, and Sensors,A.2-10
A.2-7Y/Z Distributor Card Connectors, LEDs, and Sensors,A.2-11
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TABLES
2.1-1SlideStainer Modules and Assemblies,2.1-5
4.2-1Service Diagnostics Test Options,4.2-1
4.31-1 Gripper Arm Alignment Procedure Options,4.31-2
4.31-2 Alignment Procedure Terms and Definitions,4.31-3
4.31-3 SlideStainer Arm Alignment Screen Control Functions,4.31-4
7.2-1System Messages, SlideStainer A...,7.2-1
7.2-2System Messages, SlideStainer B...,7.2-2
7.2-3System Messages, SlideStainer C through SlideStainer E,7.2-5
7.2-4System Messages, SlideStainer F through SlideStainer K,7.2-6
7.2-5System Messages, SlideStainer L...,7.2-8
7.2-6System Messages, SlideStainer M through SlideStainer T,7.2-11
7.2-7System Messages, SlideStainer U...,7.2-13
7.2-8System Messages, SlideStainer V through SlideStainer Z,7.2-17
8.1-1Categories Used in Master Parts List,8.1-1
8.1-2Master Parts List, A through C,8.1-2
8.1-3Master Parts List, D through F,8.1-3
8.1-4Master Parts List, G through L,8.1-4
8.1-5Master Parts List, M through R,8.1-5
8.1-6Master Parts List, S,8.1-6
8.1-7Master Parts List, T,8.1-7
8.1-8Master Parts List, U through Z,8.1-8
8.2-1Illustrated SlideStainer Assemblies and Components Not Referenced in
Figure 8.2-1,8.2-1
8.2-2Agitation Module Components (See Figure 8.2-2),8.2-2
8.2-3Bridge Assembly Components (See Figure 8.2-3),8.2-3
8.2-4GEN•S ST Chassis Components, Front View (See Figure 8.2-4),8.2-4
8.2-5Chassis Components, Top View, and Dryer Module (See Figure 8.2-5),8.2-5
8.2-6Chassis Components, Rear View, with Reagent and Waste Lines (See
Figure 8.2-6),8.2-6
8.2-7Drawer Module Components (See Figure 8.2-7),8.2-8
8.2-8Electronic Compartment Components (See Figure 8.2-8),8.2-9
8.2-9Liquid Module Components, Front View (See Figure 8.2-9),8.2-10
This manual provides the reference information and procedures needed for repairing and
maintaining the COULTER
It is available both electronically and in hard copy. The electronic manual is released on the
Service Resource Kit CD-ROM, PN 6417471.
This manual does not cover information and procedures for the SlideStainers already covered
in the System’s Online Help System and/or in the following customer documents:
To service the Analytical Station (Power Supply, Diluter and Analyzer) of the COULTER
®
GEN•S System or the COULTER
Service Manual, PN 4277219.
To service the Workstation in the GEN•S System, refer to the COULTER GEN•S Workstation
Configuration, PN 9023572. To service the Workstation in the LH 750 System, refer to the
COULTER LH 700 Series Workstation Configuration, PN 9023736.
®
To service the COULTER
®
to the COULTER
Any service memo that affects the information in this manual will include either minor
revision change pages or a Notice of Information Update form for this manual. A Notice of
Information Update form will summarize the changes and will list the specific headings,
figures and tables affected.
Slide Making Modules Service Manual, PN 4276985.
GEN•S SM™ SlideMaker or the COULTER® LH SlideMaker, refer
LH 750 System, refer to the COULTER Analytical Stations
To use this manual effectively, you need the following:
rAn operator’s knowledge of the GEN•S System and the LH 750 System, including the
SlideMakers and SlideStainers
rService training on the GEN•S ST™ SlideStainer and the LH SlideStainer
rA thorough understanding of -
tBasic electronic and pneumatic principles and devices
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tHematology terms and concepts
tTroubleshooting techniques
rThe ability to -
tRead pneumatic/hydraulic schematics and understand related terminology
tRead electronic schematics and understand related terminology
tUse a digital multimeter.
tUse basic mechanical tools and understand related terminology
Organization
The information in this manual is organized into 10 chapters. To make it easier to access the
information:
rIn the electronic manual, each page or screen has -
tA Contents
button linked to a master table of contents.
tAn Illustrations button linked to a master list of illustrations.
tA Tables button linked to a master list of tables.
tAn Index button linked to an alphabetic index.
rIn the printed manual, there is a master table of contents (including master lists of the
illustrations and the tables) at the beginning of the manual, a chapter-specific table of
contents at the beginning of each chapter, and an alphabetic index at the end of the
manual.
Chapter 1.1, MANUAL DESCRIPTION, includes a brief description of this manual, a list of
supporting documents, and essential safety information.
CHAPTER 2, INSTRUMENT DESCRIPTION, includes the function and location of each
major SlideStainer module and an explanation of the instrument’s operation by system.
CHAPTER 3, INSTALLATION PROCEDURES, contains the procedures used to install the
SlideStainer.
CHAPTER 4, SERVICE AND REPAIR PROCEDURES, contains the procedures used to
service and repair the SlideStainer. Each procedure includes a purpose statement and a list of
any special tools or equipment needed in addition to the standard tool kit.
CHAPTER 5, MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES, contains the procedures used to maintain
the SlideStainer and to verify the system is operating correctly.
1.1-2
CHAPTER 6, SCHEMATICS, is provided for the insertion of SlideStainer schematics.
CHAPTER 7, TROUBLESHOOTING, contains problem descriptions, including a complete
list of error messages, with troubleshooting actions and tips. Use the information in this
chapter in conjunction with the procedures in Chapter 4 to locate and correct instrument
problems.
CHAPTER 8, PARTS LISTS, includes a master list of the SlideStainer field replaceable
components (FRC) and field replaceable units (FRU), and illustrations of these components.
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CHAPTER 9, APPENDICES, is provided for the addition of reference material. Appendix A,
TOLERANCES AND LIMITS, contains instrument specifications and tolerances, jumper and
switch settings, and test point and connector locations.
CHAPTER 10, ABBREVIATIONS, contains a list of abbreviations used in this manual.
Numbering Format
Each chapter of this manual is further divided into topics that are numbered sequentially,
beginning at one. The numbering format for the topic heading, which is called the primary
heading, is chapter number, decimal point, topic number. For example, the primary heading
number for the fifth topic covered in Chapter 2 is 2.5.
The page, figure and table numbers are tied directly to the primary heading number. For
example, Heading 2.5 begins on page 2.5-1, the first figure under Heading 2.5 is Figure 2.5-1
and the first table under Heading 2.5 is Table 2.5-1.
Note: In the printed manual, primary headings always begin on the top of a right-hand page.
Special Headings
Throughout this manual WARNING, CAUTION, IMPORTANT, ATTENTION and Note
headings are used to indicate potentially hazardous situations and important or helpful
information.
1
Warning
A WARNING indicates a situation or procedure that, if ignored, can cause serious personal
injury. The word WARNING is in bold-faced text in the printed manual and is red in the
electronic manual.
Caution
A CAUTION indicates a situation or procedure that, if ignored, can cause damage to
equipment. The word CAUTION is in bold-faced text in the printed manual and is red in the
electronic manual.
Important
An IMPORTANT indicates a situation or procedure that, if ignored can result in erroneous
test results. The word IMPORTANT is in bold-faced text in the printed manual and is red in
the electronic manual.
Attention
An ATTENTION contains information that is critical for the successful completion of a
procedure and/or operation of the instrument. The word ATTENTION is in bold-faced text in
the printed manual and is red in the electronic manual.
Note
A Note contains information that is important to remember or helpful in performing a
procedure. The word Note is in bold-faced text.
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Conventions
This manual uses the following conventions to make the material clearer and more concise.
1.Messages that appear on a screen are in italics. For example:
Bath 5 Drained too fast. Possible leak.
2.Selections that appear on a screen are boldfaced. For example:
Select the
Verify Alignment button and observe the cycle to verify correct alignment of the
arm.
3.Keys on the Workstation or on a laptop computer are boxed. For example:
When the System Setup - SlideStainer screen is displayed, press Þ+Ó to access the
Service Diagnostics screen. For example:
4.Keys that are to be pressed simultaneously are printed with a plus sign between the keys.
For example:
When the System Setup - SlideStainer screen is displayed, press Þ+Ó to access the
Service Diagnostics screen.
5.The software path to a specific function or screen appears with the double solid-right
triangle ( tt ) symbol between succeeding screen options. For example:
At the Workstation, select tt tt
SlideStainer tab.
6.When the word "select" is used in conjunction with the screen and its associated keys,
icons, or buttons, you are to use whatever method the Workstation is configured for to
display the desired screen or to initiate the desired function: “click on” the options with
the mouse, touch the options with the light pen, or press the options on a touch screen.
7.The meaning of the words "double-click," which are used together as a verb, varies
depending on the pointing device used.
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rFor a mouse it means, press the left mouse button twice.
rFor a light pen it means, press the light pen against the screen twice.
rFor a touch screen it means, touch the screen with your finger twice.
8.In the electronic version of the manual:
a.Links to additional information are in blue and are underlined.
For more information on the slide basket processing system, see the Drawer module
(Heading 2.6
) and the Agitation module (Heading 2.7).
To access the linked information, select the blue, underlined text.
b.The material is divided into many small sections (electronic files) to enhance the
access speed.
rEvery primary heading is a separate file and whenever possible the amount of
material contained within one primary heading is limited to four to ten pages.
rIf a primary heading must be large, such as the illustrated parts list, invisible
breaks are added to the electronic file to further divide it.
To move from one section (electronic file) to the next in an HTML version of the
manual, use the right and left arrows on the navigation bar.
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1.2SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
This section covers safety precautions that you must take whenever you are working on the
SlideStainer. In addition, when following a procedure in this manual, always follow any safety
precautions included in that procedure.
Electronic
WARNING Risk of personal injury. Rings or jewelry can contact exposed electronic components, causing
personal injury from electric shock. Remove rings and other metallic jewelry before performing
maintenance or service on the electronic components of the instrument.
WARNING Risk of personal injury. Contacting exposed electronic components while the instrument is
attached to power can cause personal injury from electric shock. Power down completely before removing
covers to access electronic components.
CAUTION Risk of damage to electronic components. Connecting or disconnecting a circuit card, solenoid,
or any other electronic component while the power is ON can damage the component or the circuitry for the
component. Power down the SlideStainer before connecting or disconnecting an electronic component.
INTRODUCTION
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1
CAUTION Risk of damage to driver circuitry. Connecting or disconnecting a solenoid while the power is ON
can damage the driver circuitry. Turn OFF the power before connecting or disconnecting a solenoid.
CAUTION Risk of damage to electronic components. Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage disk drives,
add-in circuit cards and other electronic components. Perform any procedures where there is a possibility
of ESD damage at an ESD workstation or wear an antistatic wrist strap attached to a metallic part of the
chassis connected to an earth ground.
CAUTION Risk of fire hazard. Replacing a fuse or fuse holder with the incorrect type or rating can overheat
the wiring, causing a fire. Always replace a fuse or fuse holder with the type and rating specified for that
circuit.
Biological
WARNING Risk of personal injury or contamination. If you do not properly shield yourself before servicing
the SlideStainer with the door open, you could be injured or contaminated. To prevent possible injury or
contamination, always wear gloves, a lab coat, and eye protection when servicing the instrument with the
doors open.
WARNING Risk of personal injury. The stain reagents contain methanol which is flammable and toxic.
When handling the methanol waste container and its associated tubing, avoid exposure to sparks or flames,
avoid skin contact, and clean up spills immediately. If the methanol waste container requires emptying or
replacement, do not dispose of the contents yourself. Ask the customer to dispose of the contents of the
waste container in accordance with the local regulations and acceptable laboratory procedures.
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INTRODUCTION
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING Risk of personal injury and contamination. Some slide processing areas could contain prepared
smears and/or broken glass with biohazardous material. Handle with care and avoid skin contact. Wait for
moving parts to stop.
Use care when working with pathogenic materials. Means must be available to decontaminate
the instrument, provide ventilation and to dispose of waste liquid. Refer to the following
publications for further guidance on decontamination.
rBiohazards Safety Guide, 1974, National Institute of Health
rClassifications of Etiological Agents on the Basis of Hazards, 3d ed., June 1974, Center
for Disease Control, U.S. Public Health Service.
Troubleshooting
Bring the following warning to the customer's attention before advising that customer to
perform any service, maintenance or troubleshooting procedures on the instrument.
WARNING Risk of personal injury. If you do not properly shield yourself while performing service,
maintenance and troubleshooting procedures, residual fluids in the instrument could injure you. Beckman
Coulter recommends barrier protection, such as appropriate safety glasses, lab coat, and gloves, be worn
throughout the performance of service, maintenance and troubleshooting procedures to avoid contact with
cleaners and residual fluids in the instrument.
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2INSTRUMENT DESCRIPTION,2.1-1
2.1INTRODUCTION TO THE SLIDESTAINER,2.1-1
Summary,2.1-1
Function,2.1-1
Description,2.1-1
Overview,2.1-1
Controls and Indicators,2.1-2
Systems,2.1-3
Modules,2.1-4
Diagnostic Products,2.1-5
Physical Specifications,2.1-5
Performance Specifications and Characteristics,2.1-5
Leakage Current Specifications,2.1-6
Operation,2.1-6
Operating Procedures,2.1-6
2.2ELECTRONIC POWER SYSTEM,2.2-1
Summary,2.2-1
Electronic Power System Overview,2.2-1
Power Input,2.2-2
Power Cable,2.2-2
Fuses,2.2-2
Power Supply,2.2-2
Function,2.2-2
Load resistor,2.2-2
Input,2.2-3
Outputs,2.2-3
Electronic Power System Interconnections,2.2-3
Power Failure,2.2-3
CONTENTS
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2.3HYDRAULIC SYSTEM,2.3-1
Summary,2.3-1
Reagent Input, Distribution, and Monitoring,2.3-1
Distributing the Reagent,2.3-1
Monitoring the Reagent Level,2.3-2
Draining the Reagent Lines,2.3-3
Waste Collection and Discharge,2.3-3
Collecting and Discharging the Waste,2.3-3
Monitoring the Waste Level,2.3-3
Liquid Module,2.3-4
Color Coding,2.3-5