AUTOSTAINER XL - Histology Staining Automaton LEICA - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL AUTOSTAINER XL LEICA

For High Flexibility and Reliability

in Histology and Cytology

Flexibility, High Specimen Throughput and Maximum Quality and Safety

The Leica Autostainer XL for routine staining in the histopathology laboratory has set new standards: The instrument having only been on the market for a few years – already more than 2,000 labs worldwide have decided on the Autostainer XL principle of innovation plus flexibility plus reliability, thus converting the instrument into one of the most successful within its class. With our new instrument generation – now made in Germany – we have increased the standard in histological routine staining even further. Very important: the Leica Autostainer XL can be used for H&E routine staining alone or simultaneously with other staining protocols. Without exception, user of the instrument confirm that the tissue sections adhere firmly to the slides and staining results are exceptionally reproducible. Because of its simple and logical operation daily work with the Autostainer XL is especially easy and efficient.

The Leica Autostainer XL's precisionmade, trouble-free, stainless steelrobot arm moves swiftly and quietlyon the x, y and z direction motionaxes to process the slide racks.

The microprocessor controlled Leica Autostainer XL has 15 programs and is designed to be simple to use and operate.

The Leica Autostainer XL has an innovative continuous load and unload drawer access and robot arm system that lets you continue slide processing without stopping the instrument's operation.

Leica CV5030 Glass Coverslipper

A glass coverslipper flexible enough to meet the needs of your laboratory.

The Leica CV5030 Glass Coverslipper easily adapts to the specific requirements of varying samples such as histology sections, cytology smears, and monolayers. The CV5030 economically produces slides of superior optical quality and reliable long-term storage. The acceptance of common brands of mounting media and different sizes of coverglass allows the CV5030 to conform to your current laboratory environment. The simple operation and advanced engineering of the CV5030 will provide years of reliable use.

Leica Autostainer XL – at one glance...

• Compact, space saving H&E stainer for routine applications
  High specimen throughput
• Simultaneous realization of various different staining protocols
• Exact incubation times
• Continuous slide unload / reload function without having to interrupt a staining cycle or open the lid
• Simple, menu-driven programming
• Incubation times and sequence of use of reagent stations freely programmable
• Integrated oven for optimal slide drying
• Reagent containers can be exchanged quickly and easily
• Integrated fume extraction system with activated charcoal filter
• Minimized user exposure to hazardous reagent fumes
• Easy-to-clean and resistant surfaces made out of polyester epoxy resin and stainless steel.

Fully automated staining

with the

Leica Autostainer XL

and

fully automated coverslipping

with the

Leica CV5030

.... and now completely new:

Autostainer XL Workstation
Autostainer XL Workstation

A totally automated system featuring walk-away convenience

As soon as the staining procedure is completed, an innovative robot arm transfers the slide racks from the stainer to the coverslipper. Absolutely no user intervention is required.

Chronic prognediant hepatitis; van Gieson

Acute cardiac infarction (24 hours old); H&E

Micro embolus in the heart; H&E

Leica Autostainer XL - Technical Specifications

Specimen slide throughput: ...at least 200 specimen slides per hour

depending on the selected program

up to 600 slides per hour)

Loading capacity: 11 slide racks

Loading capacity per

slide rack: 30 specimen slides

Total number of processing stations: 26

Reagent stations: at least 18

Reagent container volume: 450 ml

Number of wash stations: max. 5

Oven: 1

Oven chamber temperature: off or 30^ to 65^

Incubation time setting: from 0 sec. up to 99 min, 59 sec.

Load/unload stations: 1 each

Permanent memory capacity: 15 programs, up to

25 program steps each

Dimensions (W× D× H) .. 109 cm x 67 cm x 51 cm

42.2 in. x 26 in. x 20 in.

Weight: 65 kg/143 lbs.

Voltages: 110 V - 120 V, 50 Hz - 60 Hz

230 V - 240 V, 50 Hz - 60 Hz

Leica Autostainer XL Workstation

Instrument type: ______ Automated Stainer (Leica Autostainer XL)

and Coverslipper (Leica CV5030),

modular, connected through

Leica Transfer Station TS5015

Sample types: Histology and Cytology specimen

Fume handling: Activated carbon filter and

fume extraction hose system

Supply voltage: see individual instruments

(TS5015 Transfer Station is fully dependent

on CV5030, electrical and control)

Dimensions (W× D× H) .. 165 cm 67× cm× 55cm

65 in. x 26 in. x 22 in.

Dry weight: approx. 164 kg

approx. 361 lbs.

For details on individual module characteristics please refer to the instrument data information.

Conforms to these safety and quality standards: UL/c-UL and CSA. Highly sophisticated design, manufacturing and quality assurance procedures – in compliance with DIN EN ISO 9001 – assure maximum quality and reliability.

Country of origin: Federal Republic of Germany.

Wide range of accessories on request. Technical specifications subject to change without prior notice.

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