X-Cite
®
XYLIS: Quick Start Guide
SIDE 1
Warning
– Refer to Safety Precautions Booklet 035-00636R for all safety precautions prior to use.
User Guide 035-00683R download:
http://www.excelitas.com/Pages/Technology/User-Manuals-Guides.aspx
WARNING: Never look at operating LED! The light could severely damage the cornea and retina of the eye if the light is observed directly. Eye shielding
must be used at all times as well as clothing to protect exposed skin
Printed in Canada
Refer to user guide for more details.
035-00685R Rev. 1
SETUP
Unpack
1.
Carefully unpack the unit and accessories from shipping carton.
2.
When unpacking the light guide take care not to bend sharply.
Install the Microscope Adaptor (if applicable)
1.
Remove protective wrap from adaptor.
2.
Insert the flange portion of the Microscope Adaptor into the light port on
the microscope, and secure it using the hardware provided on the
microscope.
Connections and Positioning
1.
Remove red caps from light guide. Insert large end into light guide port on
unit (up to “B” line). Insert small end into microscope light guide port (or
adaptor), and secure it with hardware provided.
2.
Position the equipment. Ensure adequate clearance for ventilation around
unit, and slack in the light guide.
3.
Connect speedDIAL cable to “remote” port on main unit.
4.
Connect USB cable to ports on main unit and computer. (For Windows
7/8.1/10, USB driver will install via internet after unit powers up, see user
guide for additional information.)
5.
Connect AC power cord to AC port on rear of main unit.
6.
Connect AC power to properly grounded outlet.
MANUAL OPERATION
1.
Flip rocker switch to turn unit on.
2.
When display shows “x%”, it is ready to use.
3.
Click speedDIAL to illuminate a specimen.
4.
Turn speedDIAL to adjust intensity.
REGULATORY
(refer to user guide for complete details)
Product Safety and Electromagnetic Compatibility
The X-Cite XYLIS has been tested and found to comply with product safety and
electromagnetic compatibility requirements. For a complete list of tests and for
certification details, please contact your X-Cite representative or visit
www.excelitas.com/Pages/Product/X-Cite-Xylis.aspx
The X-Cite XYLIS is classified as a Class 1 laser product and complies with 21 CFR
1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No. 50, dated
June 24, 2007.
CE Marking
Council Directive 2014/35/EU
Low Voltage Directive
Council Directive 2014/30/EU
EMC Directive
Council Directive 2012/19/EU
WEEE Directive
Council Directive 2011/65/EU
RoHS
BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING
(refer to user guide for complete details)
Category
Symptom
Action
Error
messages
Error 1 (High Temp.)
Turn off, let cool; check
clearance around vents
Error 3 or 5 (Internal)
Turn off, restart
Error 6 (Low Temp.)
Allow unit to warm to room
temperature and restart
Intensity
Low output intensity
Check speedDIAL settings
Check light guide position
Check adaptor type
Check microscope beam path,
filters, apertures, shutters,
objectives
speedDIAL
Double-click turns off LED
Increase delay in the speed
(Spd) setting
New settings forgotten when
unit is shut down
After changing settings, wait at
least five minutes before
shutting unit down
Dial does not scroll through
the menu
Turn dial in the opposite
direction
“Lock” icon on display,
speedDIAL not responding to
manual control
Send “unlock” command via
computer OR power down unit
and restart
TTL
TTL response time is longer
than usual
Enable TTL mode
Verify that timeout settings are
appropriately set
UV
Excitation
No DAPI signal is visible, all
other fluorophores are fine
Unit is in “UV Off” mode
Enable “UV On” mode
WEEE Directive
China RoHS RoHS
FCC
