Prior Scientific PL220 User Manual

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PL220 Automatic Slide Oiler

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Table of Contents

SECTION 1

SECTION 2

SECTION 3 INSTALLATION 7

3.1 IDENTIFYING THE PARTS OF THE PL220 CONTROLLER 7

3.2 IDENTIFYING THE PARTS OF THE DISPENSING TIP ASSEMBL. 8

3.3 SET UP OF PL220 9

3.4

POSITIONING

3.4

INSTALLATION

SECTION 4 SOFTWARE COMMANDS 13

SECTION 5

SECTION 6

RETURNS AND REPAIRS 16

SECTION 7 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 17

SECTION 8 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 18

IMPORTANT

UNPACKING

SAFETY INFORMATION 4

& INSPECTION 6

OF OIL DISPESNSER 10

OF COM PORT 12

REPLACEMENT

MAINTENANCE,

PARTS 15

TROUBLESHOOTING

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Thank you very much for purchasing this product from Prior Scientific. We are confident it
will prove to be a reliable, precise and valuable addition to your microscopy system.
do

take the time to read these instructions before attempting to install and use this product.
This manual contains both important safety information and instructions on how to
successfully utilise the oil dispenser. Only use this product as specified in these instructions,
or having first talked to Prior Scientific.

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IMPORTANT

SAFETY INFORMATION

SECTION 1

Always observe the following safety precautions

This symbol, used on the pump and in this manual, means: Caution, refer
to accompanying documents

Use only as specified by these operating instructions or the intrinsic
protection provided by the unit may be impaired.

Before using the stage system, please follow and adhere to all warnings,
safety and operating instructions located on the product and in this User
Manual.

DO NOT expose the product to water or moisture while energised.

DO NOT expose the product to extreme hot or cold temperatures.

DANGER – Never alter the AC cord or plug. The power cord set must be an
appropriately rated and approved cord set in accordance in the regulations of the
country it is used in. If the supplied plug adapter is not the correct fitting for your
geographic area or if you are unsure about the relevant regulations, please
contact your supplier for advice

Only use the supplied AC/DC adapter with this product. Never substitute another adapter.
Should the adapter be in any way faulty or damaged contact your supplier.

DO NOT expose the product to open flames.

DO NOT allow objects to fall on or liquids to spill on the product.

Make sure the electrical cord is located so that it will not be subject to damage.

Make sure the system in installed so that the front panel power switch is easily accessible.

Do not position equipment so that it is difficult to disconnect from power supply.

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To reduce the risk of damage, unplug the product from the power source before
connecting the components together.

This equipment contains no user-serviceable parts. Refer all repairs to
qualified service personnel.

DO NOT run the pump dry for excessive periods. Roller and tubing
temperatures can exceed normal operating range.

DO NOT run pump against a dead-end condition (closed

discharge).This

can lead to

excessive roller and tubing temperatures and pressures

Rating: The pump is rated as Group II, Category 2 equipment, with a T4 temperature
classification, for use in gas based environments.

Save this manual as it contains important safety information and
operating instructions

SAFETY SYMBOLS

This symbol used on the pump means - Caution refer to accompanying
documents.

This symbol used on the pump means. DO NOT allow fingers to contact
moving parts.

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UNPACKING

YOUR PRODUCT

SECTION 2

• Carefully unpack the unit and retain packaging to return equipment for
servicing.

• If the equipment appears damaged in any way, return it to sales outlet in its
original packaging. No responsibility for damage arising from the use of non­approved packaging will be accepted.

• Ensure all items and accessories specified are present. If not, contact your
sales outlet or us at the address at the back of the manual.

- Mains adaptor & PSU

- PL220 Control Box

- Oil Reservoir Bottle

- Tubing (1m x 1.6mm bore x 1.6mm wall)

- USB Cable

- RS232 comms cable

- Oil Dispenser Assembly