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4.9.
Starting the Run
To immediately start the run
, close the door and click “
Start Staining Process
” from the Reagent Check screen.
Verify that all caps have been removed from the reagent vials before starting the staining process.
Close the door before starting the run.
The door will lock and block unsafe access to the instrument while it is
in operation. The staining run will not proceed while the door is open.
The system will initialize and lock the door, then proceed to calculate the most efficient schedule to complete the
staining run. Longer protocols are prioritized over shorter protocols to enable the slides to finish at a similar time.
Figure 36
Once all calculations are complete, the system will unlock the door and prompt the user to verify the volume of in-
line wash buffer and the remaining waste capacity.
A.
The robotic arm will automatically move to the center of the instrument to allow the user to add
more buffer if needed.
B.
The waste containers are located under the instrument work surface and should be emptied as
needed.
Note: The calculated waste volume reflects the total volume of waste, combining both
hazardous and non-hazardous waste. In the event of an overflow of the non-hazardous waste station,
all waste will be dispensed into the hazardous waste container. Therefore, it is important to ensure
that both waste containers have sufficient capacity.
Refer to Refill Buffer and Empty Waste, p.29, for more information.
Click “OK” to proceed with the staining process.
The staining process will not proceed until the user completes this verification step.