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Page 2—6, Section 2: Installation
Be sure the slides are positioned in opposing slots, parallel to the inscribed lines on the
platen.
4. Allow the slides to automatically feed onto the platen.
5. As the slides move down the platen, make sure the leading edge of the slides contact
and activate each of the three sensing switch fingers, located along the back wall of
the platen above the platen trough.
As each switch is activated, the appropriate pump activates and you are able to
observe the pump cap rotating.
6. If the instrument functions properly in these steps, continue with the instrument setup
procedures.
7. If a problem occurred, contact the your local technical support provider or distributor.
Refer to Section 8: Service, Supplies, and Replacement Parts for more information.
Install the Pump Tubing
1. Remove the three cannulas and pump tube sets from their packaging.
Notice that each pump tube is identified with a number, which corresponds to the
reagent carried by the tubing:
• 1
for stain
• 2
for buffer
• 3
for rinse
2. Attach the labeled end of each pump tube to a cannula.
Figure 2-2. Attaching Pump Tubing to Cannula