PerkinElmer Caliper IVIS Spectrum, Hardware Manual

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IVIS
®
Spectrum Hardware Manual
The mouse anesthesia manifold (part no. 117706) with transparent nose cones
is provided with the IVIS
®
Spectrum. The manifold has capacity for up to five
mice and has a low profile (height) for operation with the system.
NOTICE
The IVIS Imaging System 100 Series and the XGI-8 Gas Anesthesia System
are equipped with a different five-station manifold (PN 118274) that is taller
than the low profile manifold supplied with the IVIS Spectrum. Only use the
low profile manifold with the IVIS Spectrum, which permits imaging the
smallest field of view at the highest platform height (FOV A).
The manifold port labeled GAS connects to the GAS port on the platform
distribution block. The anesthesia manifold also has a port labeled EXH that
should be connected to the EXH port on the platform distribution block. The
vacuum or exhaust circuit connects to the GAS OUT port on the rear of the
system console. No gases are exhausted from the imaging chamber unless gas
scavenging equipment such as the XGI-8 Gas Anesthesia System is used.
7.3 Door Operation
The door of the imaging chamber cannot be opened when the system status light
is red. The door is equipped with an electromagnetic lock to prevent accidental
opening during an imaging session.
WARNING
!
WARNING! Never try to defeat the door interlock or force the door open
during image acquisition when the status light is red. Such action could
expose the user to a severe pinch hazard from the rapidly moving imaging
platform.
7.4 Centering a Subject in the Field of View
WARNING
!
WARNING! The IVIS Spectrum is equipped with a laser similar to the type
used for laser pointers (532nm, output < 1mW). Users are protected from eye
damage due to the eye’s physiological response to bright light by blinking. A
laser beam can be harmful to the eyes. ABSOLUTELY DO NOT look directly
into the laser beam when the laser is turned on. Be aware that laser light can
be easily reflected off of shiny surfaces and that this reflected light can be
dangerous. When the laser is on, remove all watches and jewelry when
placing hands in the imaging chamber.
1. In the Living Image software, choose the Enable alignment grid option in
the IVIS System Control panel
(Figure 7.4)
.