(2)Turn the knob of the specimen exchange rod clockwise so as the Unlock mark comes upwards.

Insert the rod straightly and plug the two spring pins at the end of the rod to holes of the specimen holder.

Turn the knob counterclockwise so as the Lock mark comes upwards to hook on the specimen holder.

Looking in the chamber and confirming that the specimen holder comes out with the rod, pull out the rod completely.

(3)Press the AIR button on the specimen exchange chamber. The gate valve is closed and air is introduced into the specimen exchange chamber. Buzzer will sound after about 15 seconds to inform completion of air introduction.

(4)Open the exchange chamber door.

(Type1)(Type2)

Turn the knob clockwise and remove the specimen holder from the rod.

CAUTION

Do not hold the specimen exchange rod when opening and closing the specimen exchange chamber. The rod may bend and disable specimen exchange.

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