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SECTION 1
INTRODUCTION
1.1 Instrument Overview
Table 3: Run Time Sequence
NOTE:
Table 3 represents a typical timing sequence for this instrument using the 12-slide
carousel, presented for general reference only. Timing is in seconds. Actual cycle times may vary.
Staining Mode
Medium Dark Setting (5)
Fixation Pump D (0ptional)
(102)
Eosin Stain (Pump C)
21
Thiazin Stain (Pump B)
33
Rinse (Pump A)
27
High Speed Dry
33
Total without fixation (in minutes)
1.9
Total with fixation (in minutes)
3.6
Table 4: Approximate Reagent Consumption (mL
)
Staining Mode
Medium Dark
Setting (5)
Clean Cycle
Reagent A: Rinse
6.0
7.5
Reagent B: Thiazin
6.0
7.5
Reagent C: Eosin
6.0
7.5
Reagent D: Fixative
1.4
38.0