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Version 1.3, Revision D
Instrument Components and Specifications
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Three paraffin baths are used for the tissue infiltration, each with a max. capacity of 3.5 L of liquid
paraffin. The paraffin baths can be easily removed for cleaning simply by pulling them out. The
paraffin drip tray is used to collect any spilled paraffin.
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Harmful reagent vapors are continuously suctioned back from the retort into the instrument and
filtered even after the retort is opened, e.g. to reload cassettes or baskets. The instrument uses an
active carbon filter. In addition, it is recommended to connect the instrument to an external vacuum
extractor via a separate port on the rear of the instrument.
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The retort is capable of holding up to 200 standard cassettes depending on whether it is operated
with one or two baskets.
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RemoteCare Internet connection between the instrument and the Service Support Team enables
optimized service through monitoring of the instrument and its functions.
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The user can transfer all processing programs and logs via USB.
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Access to the instrument can be limited via a multilevel password protection system.
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The user can utilize the Bottle Check function to ensure connecting status of reagent bottles.
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In the event of a power failure, the alarm system is triggered off. The HistoCore PEARL will provide
recovery measures after interruption.
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In the event of an error, an alarm is sound immediately. The system will retry first to recover, if this
is unsuccessful the instrument will then fill the retort with a safe reagent to ensure the safety of
specimens if no operation is taken on the display in 15 minutes.
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Three alarm modes: instrument alarm, local alarm and remote alarm, enable the customers to be
alerted whenever necessary.
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Technical Data
General
Nominal supply voltages
100 to 120 V AC or
220 to 240 V AC
Nominal frequency
50/60 Hz
Main Fuses
2 melting fuses, 32 x 6.3 mm, UL-approved
T15 A 250 VAC
Nominal power
1650 VA
Operating temperature range
+10 °C to +35 °C
Transport temperature range
-29 °C to +50 °C
Storage temperature range
+5 °C to +50 °C
Transport and storage relative humidity
10 % to max. 85 % non-condensing
IEC 61010 classification
Pollution degree 2
Overvoltage installation category II
Operating elevation
Up to a max. of 2000 m above sea level
A-weighted noise level
< 70 dB (A)
Local/remote alarm relay
30 V DC, maximum 1 A
Air-liquid system pressure range
-40 kPa to +40 kPa
Dimensions and weights
Dimensions, unpacked (W x D x H), in mm
600 x 710 x 1320
Empty weight, unpacked
Max. 140 kg
