User Manual
TN1500
Embedding Center
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WP4 6818
06 .02 .15
User Manual
TN1500-Embedding Center
888.708.5233 | Info@TannerScientific.com | www.TannerScientific.com
Contents
1 | General Summary..................................................Page 2
2 | Installation..............................................................................3
3 | Technical Parameters........................................................4
4 | Safety Precautions..............................................................5
5 | Equipment Overview........................................................6
6 | Operation.............................................................................10
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6.1
Main Control Panel Setup.............................................................Page 11
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6.2
Temperature Setting....................................................................................11
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6.3
Timer Setting..................................................................................................12
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6.4
Clock Setting..................................................................................................13
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6.5
Running Manual Mode................................................................................13
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6.6
Cooling Plate Operation............................................................................14
7 | Cleaning & Maintenance..............................................15
8 | Warranty & Service.........................................................15
9 | Troubleshooting................................................................16
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1 | General Summary
This instrument was a collaborative effort developed using input from over
100 Histologists in the United States.
Tanner Scientic® TN-1500 Tissue Embedding Center and Cooling Plate are
intended to embed and cool pathological tissue.
Features:
• Pre-set On/Off timer for every day of the week.
• Histo-trimmers on both ends of the hot plate are convenient for both left
and right hand users.
• Adjustable magnier for easy viewing.
• Two modes of operation: automatic and manual.
• Temperature control functions located on 5 parts.
• Multiple over-heat protection devices.
• Keys with light indicator.
• Low voltage and adjustable LED illumination system w/adjustable ow tube.
• Two module congurable options (left to right or right to left).
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2 | Installation
Transportation
• Only transport the instrument vertically!
Any other position can cause damage.
Unpacking
• Examine the package before opening. If damaged, do NOT open and
immediately contact Tanner Scientic®, and the transportation carrier.
• Unpack the carton removing all components and user manual.
• Remove the unit from the carton using the two black securing straps.
• When lifting the instrument, be sure to hold both sides by its base plate.
Placement
• Place the instrument on an even and steady surface to avert vibration.
• Do NOT operate the instrument under a fan or directly below an A/C duct.
• Do NOT operate the instrument around any electromagnetic interference.
• Do NOT place the instrument near any explosive or ammable materials.
• Do NOT place the instrument in an area where it would be exposed to
direct sunlight.
• The back of the instrument MUST be placed at least 15cm away from the
wall. If the instrument is placed closer than 15cm from the wall, it can cause
substantial damage to the instrument and can invalidate the warranty.
Power Supply
• An independent grounding power socket should be used for the machine.
• Only use the power supply line supplied with the instrument to connect
with the socket.
• Make sure the grounding line of the 3-line power is securely connected
before starting the machine in compliance with the GB9706.1 standards.
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3 | Technical Parameters
Power Supply: 110V, 60Hz
Fuses: 15 AMP x 2
Power Consumption: 1000VA
Operating Temperature Range: 15
Cooling System: DC 12/24 V Compressor
Refrigerant: R134A
Dimensions (LxDxH): 26.5” x 22.75” x 16.5”
Weight: 77lbs
Parafn Reservoir: 6L
Thermal Chambers: Approx. 1.5L
Cold Plate: Approx. 80 Cassettes
Working Environment
• Operate in an ambient temperature range of 5°-40°C.
• Humidity should be less than 80%.
• Atmospheric Pressure: 860 hpa – 1060 hpa.
• All heated components include overheat protection.
Temperature Control
Functional
Unit
Parafn Reservoir 0°C to 85°C + + 2 hrs
Parafn Dispenser 0°C to 85°C + + 15-20 min
Thermal Chambers 0°C to 85°C + + 15-20 min
Hot Plate 0°C to 85°C + + 15-20 min
Cold Plate 0°C to -10°C + + 30 min
Forceps Holders 0°C to 85°C — — 15-20 min
Temperature
Range
Heated
Separately
Separate
Temperature Control
Warm-Up Time
Prior to Operation
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4 | Safety Precautions
• This instrument should only be operated by qualied personnel.
• Read the user manual in full before use of this instrument.
• Turn off and disconnect the instrument from its power supply before
changing or cleaning any of its parts.
• Be aware there is a risk of burning when operating. The parafn reservoir,
mold warmer, cassette bath, work area and forceps holders are all hot.
• Make sure the power supply complies with the specied requirements
before use. Only connect to a grounded socket.
• The unit must not be exposed to direct sunlight or set up near an air
condition vent.
• The back of the instrument must be placed at least 15cm from the wall.
Attention:
• Use heating elements only as needed.
• Turn to sleep mode or away when not in use.
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5 | Equipment Overview
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TN1500-Embedding Center
Image 5.1
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12
11
1
2
3
9
8
1 – Parafn Tank
2 – Main Control Panel
3 – LED Light Control
4 – Thermal Chamber
5 – Parafn Dispenser
6 – Small Cryo Plate
6
7
7 – Parafn Waste Trays
8 – Hot Plate
9 – Forceps Holder
10 – Rear Panels
11 – Cooling Plate
12 – Cooling Plate Control Panel
(On Back of Instrument)
5
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Image 5.2
A – Left Arrow
B – Right Arrow
C – Auto/Manual
D – Small Cryo
Plate On/Off
E – Minus Key
F – Plus Key
G – Set Key
1 – Parafn Tank
• Holds up to 6 liters of parafn.
• Temperature can be adjusted
in a range from 0° to 85°C.
• The reservoir has overheat
protection in the event of a
temperature control failure.
2 – Main Control Panel
• To light up screen, press
any key (except CRYO).
• The screen will enter into
protection and power save mode
after 15 minutes of no contact.
3 – LED Light Control
• Press key, the LED light
will become brighter.
• Press key, the LED light
will become darker.
4 – Thermal Chambers
• Used to keep the “blocks” warm.
• Has programmable
temperature control.
• Removable transfer trays.
LCD Display Screen
A
D
B
CEFG
5 – Parafn Dispenser
• Has programmable
temperature control.
• Flow control is adjustable.
6 – Small Cryo Plate
• Located directly in front of
the embedding area to ensure
consistent, low temperatures
during the lling of the molds.
• Set temperature allows cryo plate
to cool to maximum ability.
7 – Parafn Waste Trays
• Two removable trays are located
under the heated work areas to
collect the excess parafn
drained from the surface.
• Empty and clean both trays daily.
8 – Hot Plate
• Features a parafn trimmer
on both the left and right side.
• Has programmable
temperature control.
9 – Forceps Holder
• Maintains independent temperature.
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10 – Rear Panels
Image 5.3
Rear Panel of Embedding Center
A
A – Main Power Switch & Socket
B – Foot Switch & Socket
Rear Panel of Cooling Plate
DB C
C – Grounding Wire Connector
D – Socket for Cooling Plate
Image 5.4
E
* Panel components may change depending on date of manufacture.
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A
B
C
D
A – Power Switch
B – Fuse Pocket
C – Power Socket
D – Grounding Wire
Connector
E – Back Cover
Cooling Plate & Cooling Plate Control Panel
Cooling Plate
• Power switch is located on
the rear of the instrument.
(Reference Image 5.4).
• Has programmable
temperature control.
• Prior to operation, the
cooling plate should be
dry and free of parafn
to prevent frost buildup.
Image 5.5
A
B
Cooling Plate Control Panel
LCD Display Screen
C E
D
Image 5.6
A – Setting Indicator
B – Running Indicator
C – Set Key
D – Increase
E – Decrease
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6 | Operation
Please ensure that all preparatory steps have been completed
and safety precautions have been reviewed prior to use.
Getting Started
Plugging In
• Before you connect the instrument to the main electrical source, please check
that the power switch is in the (O) OFF position.
• Only use the power supply line provided with the instrument.
• Electrical socket must be a grounded socket.
• Connect power plug into the instrument before plugging into the electrical socket.
Parafn
Tank
Working
Table
Starting Up the Machine
• Turn on the main switch of the instrument. Reference Image 5.3 on page 8
for power switch location.
• LCD display screen on the main control panel will show the following picture:
HOME SCREEN
[AUTO MODE] Running......FRI 18:40
PARAFFIN: 65°C
HOT PLATE: 55°C
DISPENSER: 67°C
Parafn
Dispenser
RIGHT: 65°C
LEFT: 55°C
CRYO: —
Small
Cryo-Plate
Right Thermal
Chamber
Left Thermal
Chamber
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6.1 | Main Control Panel Setup Mode
1) Reference Image 5.2 on page 7 for the main control panel.
2) Place instrument into manual mode by pressing the AUTO/MAN key.
Light will illuminate under MAN.
3) Press SET key to enter into set up mode.
4) The main control screen will show the following picture:
SETUP SCREEN
[SETUP MODE] SELECT (1—3)
1) TEMPERATURE
2) TIMER
3) CLOCK
• All settings, temperature and time parameters will be automatically
recorded on the computer chip. When restarting the embedding
center and pressing the AUTO/MAN key, it will run according to the
pre-set parameters.
6.2 | Temperature Setting
1) Select 1) TEMPERATURE using the keys.
2) Press SET key to enter into temperature setting status.
3) Choose the working zone.
4) Use (+) or (—) to increase or decrease the temperature gures.
5) Once you have selected your desired temperature ranges,
press the AUTO/MAN key to return back to the home screen.
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Suggested Pre-Setting Temperatures for these 6 Working Zones:
1) Parafn Tank: 65°C
3) Hot Plate: 55°C
5) Parafn Dispenser: 67°C
NOTE: Parafn dispenser should always be 2-3°C higher than parafn tank.
means section is heating.
means heating has stopped.
NOTE: When the instrument reaches the desired set temperature, the
heating symbol will change from to . If the actual temperature is
lower than the setting temperature, the symbol will automatically change
as temperature adjusts. The unit is working only when these symbols are
present and lit.
2) Right Thermal Chamber: 65°C
4) Left Thermal Chamber: 55°C
6) Small Cryo Plate: —
6.3 | Timer Setting
1) Select 2) TIMER using the keys.
2) Press SET key to enter into time setting mode.
3) Use to select time and day. Press to choose time setting for
Thursday-Sunday or to choose time setting for Monday-Wednesday.
4) Press (+) or (—) to increase or decrease the time gure.
5) Press AUTO/MAN key to return back to the home screen.
Example:
To turn on at 7:30 and turn off at 16:30 on Tuesday, follow these steps:
1) Turn on the power and press AUTO/MAN key.
2) Press SET key; choose 2) TIMER.
3) Press to choose Tuesday and press (+) or (—) to set 7:30 [ON] 16:30 [OFF].
NOTE: If on and off times are both 00:00, that means the instrument will not
turn on that day.
NOTE: If the instrument is turned on according to a pre-set starting time,
it will automatically start to work at that time in automatic mode.
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6.4 | Clock Setting
1) Select 3) CLOCK using the keys.
2) Press SET key to enter into current time setting mode.
3) Use to choose minute, hour, or week.
4) Use (+) or (—) to increase or decrease time gures.
5) Press the AUTO/MAN key to return back to the home screen.
[SET CLOCK] SELECT (1—3)
1) MINUTE: 05
2) HOUR: 09
3) WEEK: FRI
6.5 | Running Manual Mode
1) To manually run the instrument, press AUTO/MAN key on
the main control panel to enter into the manual interface.
2) Press to enter into running mode. Heating icons will
appear, meaning all areas are warming up.
3) Press to return back to waiting mode.
[AUTO MODE] Running......FRI 18:40
PARAFFIN: 65°C
HOT PLATE: 55°C
DISPENSER: 67°C
RIGHT: 65°C
LEFT: 55°C
CRYO: —
[MAN MODE] Off Work FRI 18:40
PARAFFIN: 65°C
HOT PLATE: 55°C
RIGHT: 65°C
LEFT: 55°C
DISPENSER: 67°C
CRYO: —
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6.6 | Cooling Plate Operation
1) Reference Image 5.6 on page 9.
2) Connect the cooling plate to power source. Turn on the power switch
located on the rear of the machine. Green light will illuminate.
3) Press SET key; the compressor will stop running.
4) Press (+) or (—) to adjust the temperature.
5) Press the SET key to enter running mode.
* Turn on 20 minutes prior to use to allow for temperature to be achieved.
• There are two indicator lights beside the screen. If the indicator light
underneath is on, this means the compressor is working. If the indicator
light on top is on, this means the compressor has stopped working.
• If the actual temperature is lower than setting temperature, the compressor
will automatically stop running. When the actual temperature is higher than
setting temperature, the compressor will restart.
• For convenience, the preset temperature range is -5° to -10°C.
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7 | Cleaning & Maintenance
Cleaning
• Equipment should be cleaned daily.
• Before performing all maintenance or cleaning of the equipment,
turn off the power switch and unplug the instrument!
• Only household grade cleaners should be used for cleaning the instrument.
• Acetone and benzene will damage paint on the surface of the instrument.
• Wipe area using a soft cloth dampened in alcohol (70-75% isopropyl or
ethyl solution)
• Do NOT wipe dry. Allow area to air dry to maximize disinfection.
Changing the Fuse
• Only replace with the same model. (Refer to the Technical Parameters).
Failure to comply could invalidate the warranty.
8 | Warranty & Service
Tanner Scientic® warrantees this product for a period of one year from the date
of purchase, provided that the customer complies with the rules of this manual.
Extended warranties are available. Contact Tanner Scientic® at 888.708.5233
for more information. Tanner Scientic® will not be responsible for the damage
and other problems caused by abuse and misuse of the instrument.
Service Information
If you require any service or parts during the warranty period, please contact
Tanner Scientic® at 888.708.5233 or the sales agent who sold you the unit.
Prior to calling, please have the instrument model and serial number ready.
Amendment
Tanner Scientic® reserves the right to change the technical parameters
of any model for improving the function of our instruments.
Quality Guarantee
• Tanner Scientic® will ensure that every instrument sold has been strictly
examined to ensure it meets our stringent quality and technical standards.
• Service terms are only provided for those who regularly use the
instrument and operate the instrument according to its instructions.
Disposal of Unwanted Instruments
Discarding the instrument and its parts should be done according to current
laws and regulations.
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9 | Troubleshooting
PROBLEMS CAUSES ELIMINATION
EMBEDDING CENTER
+ Power line not connected.
+ No response when powered on.
+ Light is not on. + Possible burnt fuse. + Check fuse or have technician check.
+ No heating.
+ No ow of parafn liquid.
+ No ow of parafn liquid or leak. + Faulty magnetic valve. + Contact technical support.
+ Sound is good as magnetic valve
starts up but no ow.
+ Light is t winkling when turned on. + Unstable power. + Check the power.
+ Starts to heat up when turned on,
but turns off under work mode.
+ Switch isn’t turned on.
+ Fuse isn’t connected well
or may be burned out.
+ Possible burnt fuse.
+ Heating element defective.
+ Sensor not detecting.
+ Wax block is not melted enough.
+ Magnetic valve is blocked or switch
is stuck with paraf n.
+ Parafn low.
+ Other things in magnetic valve.
+ SSR is broken. + Contact technical support.
+ Connec t power line, turn on again.
+ Press the switch indicator light on.
+ Check if fuse is good or not,
change with another.
+ Contact technical support.
+ Check fuse or have technician check.
+ Not enough time for melting,
continue heating.
+ Check switch.
+ Use hair dr yer to melt wax
around switch if necessary.
+ Contact technical support.
+ Clean the paraf n screen.
+ Not enough time for melting,
continue heating.
+ Contact technical support.
PROBLEMS CAUSES ELIMINATION
+ Will not cool down.
+ Will cool down but temperature
cannot reach setting temperature.
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COOLING PLATE
+ Bad wire connection.
+ Controller or compressor
may be broken.
+ Fan does not work or
airow is blocked.
+ Not enough refrigerating uid.
+ Check the wires.
+ Contact technical support.
+ Contact technical support.
Information
The information, notes, and gures that appear in this user manual
represent the present state of knowledge as we comprehend it.
Tanner Scientic® reserves the right to modify any specications as
well as manufacturing procedures without prior notice. This makes it
possible to continuously improve the technology and manufacturing
technique used in our products.
For inaccurate statements, drawings, and technical illustrations in
this user manual we exclude liability as far as permissible. No liability
is accepted for any monetary loss or consequential damage caused
by or related to compliance with statements or other information in
this user manual. Tanner Scientic® has no obligation to update the
present manual periodically and on a continuing basis according to
the latest technical developments, nor to provide customers with
extra copies or updates of this user manual.
This document is protected under copyright laws. Any reproduction
of illustrations or text requires prompt documented consent by
Tanner Scientic®.
Statements, drawings, illustrations and other information regarding
contents or technical details of the present user manual are not to be
considered as warranted characteristics of our products. These are
determined only by the contract provisions agreed between us and
our customers.
Refer to the name plate on the back of the unit for the serial number
and manufacturing date of this instrument.
Tanner Scientic
1073 Tallevast Rd
Sarasota, Florida 34243
888.708.5233
Info@TannerScientic.com
www.TannerScientic.com
1073 Tallevast Rd
Sarasota, Florida 34243
888.708.5233
Info@TannerScientic.com
www.TannerScientic.com
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