Thermo Scientific CryoStar NX70 Operator Guide
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Bringing the instrument back into service
After moving the CryoStar NX70, wait at least 8 hours before switching on to allow the
refrigerant to settle - failure to do so may cause damage to the unit.
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Install the blade holder, the section waste tray and the brush shelf.
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Attach the hand wheel handle again, if necessary.
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Plug in the instrument.
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Turn On the instrument.
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After the instrument is turned on and it has reached the set temperatures, the instrument is ready
of operation again.
Note
If the blade holder was heated up to ambient temperature, it needs approximately 1 h in the chamber at -
25°C to be able to section specimens again.
Transportation of the instrument outside closed buildings
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Turn off the instrument.
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Unplug the unit.
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Remove the blade from the blade holder.
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Remove the section waste tray, the brush shelf, the blade holder and all other accessories as well as
tools from the cryochamber.
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Dispose of the defrosting and Cold D liquids in accordance to the laboratory regulations and
clean the bottle. - see Emptying the Defrosting and Cold D Liquids.
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Remove the defrosting liquid bottle.
Note
Clean and disinfect these accessories according to the respective applicable lab regulations and transport them
in dry condition.
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Clean and disinfect the Cryochamber - see Recommended Disinfection Procedure.
Note
Let the Cryochamber dry out at least 48 h to avoid condensation water remaining in the chamber.
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For repacking of the instrument, refer to the
Unpacking and Repacking section
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Taking back the instrument for the repair or routine maintenance
Repair or maintenance work is normally carried out at the site of installation. If this is not possible, the
instrument can be returned to Thermo Shandon Limited. The contact address can be found at the
beginning of this operation manual.
