Thermo Scientific HM525 NX Operator Guide
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Chapter 1 – Introduction
Intended Use
The Thermo Scientific cryostat HM525 NX is an in vitro diagnostic device, designed to
take precision sections of tissue specimens including the sectioning of paraffin embedded
samples in medical, pharmaceutical laboratories as necessary preparation for their
examination. Only qualified and trained laboratory personnel may operate the HM525
NX.
The instrument may only be operated within the scope of its intended use as described above and as per
the instructions given in this manual.
Any other use of this instrument is considered as improper operation.
Instrument Features
The HM525 NX is a precision-engineered, ergonomically-designed, high-performance cryostat in
modular design with a stainless steel cooling chamber. Some of its features are:
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Colour touch-screen user interface.
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Lighted window, easy positioning.
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Intricate freezing device down to max. -55°C via the cryobar.
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Automatic or manual defrost.
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Stainless Steel cooling chamber.
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Chamber temperature regulation variable from +5°C down to -35°C.