Thermo Scientific HM525 NX Operator Guide
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Conditions for the Transportation of the Instrument
Returning the instrument for repair or routine Maintenance
Repair or maintenance work is normally carried out at the site of installation. If this is not possible for
some special reason, the instrument can be returned to manufacturer.
The contact address can be found at the beginning of this instruction manual.
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To guarantee trouble-free function of the instrument after transportation, please note the below-
mentioned measures for the transportation preparation.
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In addition, the conditions for storage and transportation as mentioned in part 1-2 must be
observed during the entire transportation.
Note the precautionary measures described in the safety precautions concerning
biological hazards.
Measures for closing down
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Turn off the instrument.
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Unplug the unit.
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Remove blade and/or knife from blade and/or knife carrier.
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Remove section waste trays, brush shelf, blade/knife carrier and other accessories as well as tools
from the cryo chamber.
Note
Clean and disinfect these accessories according to the lab regulations and transport them in dry condition.
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Clean and disinfect the cryo chamber according to lab regulations.
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Unscrew the handwheel handle for transportation.
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Before the transportation, loosen the fastening screws of the rollers.
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Keep the heated sliding window closed during transportation.
Note
After reaching ambient temperature, the blade holder needs approx. 1 h in the chamber at –25°C to be able
to section specimens again.
For transportation exterior, please observe the following measures:
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Turn off the instrument.
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Unplug the unit.
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Remove blade and/or knife from blade
and/or knife carrier.
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Remove section waste trays, brush shelf,
blade/knife carrier and other accessories as
well as tools from the cryo chamber.