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HistoCore Arcadia H
Operation
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5.
Operation
5.1
Instrument parts/functions
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• The paraffin tank has a capacity of max. 4 litres. The paraffin temperature can be set between 50 °C
(122 °F) and 75 °C (167 °F) in 1 °C (or 1 °F) increments. The lid should always be in place otherwise
the adjusted temperature cannot be maintained. An over-temperature cutout is provided to prevent
overheating of the paraffin if temperature control fails.
• A built-in filter prevents any particles contained in the paraffin from getting in the tubing system.
Warning
• Carefully close the paraffin tank lid. Risk of pinching!
• Recycled paraffin may NOT be used in the HistoCore Arcadia H due to the danger of
contamination.
• Bad quality paraffin may lead to blockage. Please use correct and proper paraffin.
• Refilling with different paraffin may lead to cracks in paraffin blocks. It is recommended to use the
same type of paraffin.
• Carefully refill the paraffin. Risk of burning!
Dispenser
• The dispenser is heated separately. The temperature setting of the dispenser and paraffin tank is
coupled.
• The quantity of paraffin released from the filler tube
can be adjusted continuously with
is used for manually operating the paraffin flow. It is provided
. The pressure clip can be reversed to leave more space for mega