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System Operation
Flow control is controlled by triggering the proximity sensor at the front of the
SliceMate. This requires a continuous obstruction for more than one second; the
system will then switch between on and off.
The SliceMate displays proximity sensor (and valve) activation by illuminating or
de-illuminating the blue status LED at the front of the module.
The proximity sensor uses modulated infra-red light and is not affected by ambient
lighting conditions. The activation range is approximately 10mm thus eliminating
the need to touch the SliceMate.
During normal heating operation, if the flow is suspended via the proximity sensor,
the heater block will maintain the temperature last sensed in the block. This is done
so that when the flow is turned back on, there will be a minimal risk of a hot surge
of fluid entering the bath and the desired temperature is quickly regained.
The system initialises on power-up in the activated condition, with flow on.
System Use
Priming - SliceMate Control Supply On
Ensure vacuum suction is activated and within limits.
Position wick paper between bath circumference and engage over vacuum slot
Make sure that the flow is enabled (LED on) and initiate the flow from your vessels.
Syringe purge the system to release airlocks / bubbles.
Ensure solution wicking is effective, guide solution to vacuum port to start flow
Activate the heating system by pressing start on the console handset
The brain bath temperature will rise and stabilise to target temperature within 15
minutes
Allow flow to continue whilst the other SliceMates are primed.
Note: Brain bath temperature may fluctuate during the priming process
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