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SECTION 4
OPERATING THE STAINER
4.1 Operating Instructions
Performing a Stain Cycle (continued)
3 If you have created a stain program, and it appears on the display, proceed
to Step 4. If the desired program does not appear on the display, press
Programs
. Then select the desired program and proceed to Step 4.
NOTE:
No special collection, pre-treatment, or storage conditions are required
for specimen types. Specimens that are normally manually hematology stained
can be stained with the Hematology Stat Stainer. Adjust stain settings to
maximize staining quality for each specimen type (see Section 3.1).
4 Press
Start
. The display shows the progress of the program, and a signal
tone (if enabled) indicates the end of the cycle.
NOTE:
Use the emergency Stop button when required, for example, if there is
abnormal vibration or noise. This will abort the staining cycle.
Unloading the Carousel
1
Remove the carousel from the bowl and place it on a solid, level surface.
2
Remove the carousel lid by pressing the button and lifting the lid.
3 Carefully remove each slide and observe the specimen using a microscope.