User Manual
Bio-Optica Milano S.p.A. Via San Faustino 58 - 20134 Milan
Phone +39 02.21.27.13.1 - Fax Italy +39 02.21.53.000 - Fax 39 02.21.54.155
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Publication date: 02/03/2020
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prevents any residue contained in the paraffin from entering the dispensing duct. Inside the tank there are two level
sensors (7), one for low level and one for high level for the paraffin. When the sensors are not covered by paraffin, a
warning is issued to remind you to refill the tank with this visual message:
Recycled paraffins cannot be used in the BEC150 due to the risk of contamination.
Dispenser (2)
The dispenser is heated separately. To get the paraffin to be dispensed, bring a finger or a metal object close to the
gray proximity sensor (10) located under the nozzle or press the pedal (optional accessory). Adjust the flow of paraffin
with the blue knob (8) located above the nozzle.
Workspace (3)
The temperature of the work area can be adjusted between 55°C and 75°C; it
includes the embedding area, the forceps-holder (5) and the cold spot (4). A
groove around the work area and various drainage holes are provided to allow
for quick drainage of liquid paraffin. To clean the workspace, we recommend
using the Bio Optica scraper to remove dried or excess paraffin.
Cold spot (4)
The cold spot is an integral part of the work area.
Its position, directly in front of the embedding area, enables working
comfortably and ergonomically in more favorable conditions. To orient the samples, the mold is filled to about a third
with liquid paraffin. Liquid paraffin begins to solidify rapidly on the cold spot.
While the paraffin is semi-liquid, the sample can be more easily oriented by the technician. Finally, the mold can be
quickly filled with paraffin.
Forceps container (5)
The forceps container can be extracted from under the dispenser and can hold up to 6 forceps.
The forceps-holder is heated separately to approximately 70°C. Risk of burns.
