Re: [Histonet] Tissue-Tek VIP 2000-3000
Mike- Although Sakura is no longer making parts for the VIP 2000 units, there are thousands still in use around the country. Most companies that service these units have been taking them in trade as people upgrade their equipment, then using these units to provide parts for units in trouble along the way. They are very dependable (with regular water rinses and periodic PM). Sakura does still makes parts for and service the VIP E300s, which is the step up from the 2000. If the price were right, and funds were low, I would buy either. I have been using these units for many years. Joe Saby, BA HT From: Fimbres, Amber afimb...@uci.edu To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Sent: Fri, August 20, 2010 5:17:46 PM Subject: [Histonet] Tissue-Tek VIP 2000-3000 Mike, I know I'm a little late regarding your question about Sakura's VIP 2000/3000. I'm not sure if you found your answer, but if you're talking about the VIP processor that uses a magnet to program, change stations, etc. (and is reddish orange in color and may even say 'Miles' on it instead of Sakura) you will want to think twice before purchasing it. These VIP K (series 1000, 2000, 3000) are no longer serviced by Sakura nor are there many parts for them. Sakura's manufacturer for parts has stopped making replaceable parts for this particular model (they are at least 20 or more years old). You can go to Sakura's website or call their technical support, they will confirm this too. Take care, Amber This message contains confidential information and is intended only for the individual named. If you are not the named addressee you should not disseminate, distribute or copy this e-mail. Please notify the sender immediately by e-mail if you have received this e-mail by mistake and delete this e-mail from your system. E-mail transmission cannot be guaranteed to be secure or error-free as information could be intercepted, corrupted, lost, destroyed, arrive late or incomplete, or contain viruses. The sender therefore does not accept liability for any errors or omissions in the contents of this message, which arise as a result of e-mail transmission. ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
RE: [Histonet] Tissue-Tek VIP 2000-3000
Just to reinforce Joe's comments and clarify information regarding the VIP K series processors (VIP 1000, 2000 3000): - Sakura manufactured these for Miles until 1993. - The first two digits of the serial number identify the year it was manufactured.(82-92) - Never purchase a unit without a serial number affixed to the unit. - Sakura no longer services these units. - Parts are no longer being manufactured for these units. - However, many parts are still stocked by Sakura and available for purchase. - Some new or used parts may be available through independent service companies. - As Joe stated, be responsible with routine maintenance. - They've been around longer than the (trademarked) Energizer Bunny. - The fact that many people still use these models is proof of their reliability. Kind Regards, Nancy Klemme (Another old work horse) Education / Training, Technical Services -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Joseph Saby Sent: Friday, August 20, 2010 2:45 PM To: Fimbres, Amber; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: Re: [Histonet] Tissue-Tek VIP 2000-3000 Mike- Although Sakura is no longer making parts for the VIP 2000 units, there are thousands still in use around the country. Most companies that service these units have been taking them in trade as people upgrade their equipment, then using these units to provide parts for units in trouble along the way. They are very dependable (with regular water rinses and periodic PM). Sakura does still makes parts for and service the VIP E300s, which is the step up from the 2000. If the price were right, and funds were low, I would buy either. I have been using these units for many years. Joe Saby, BA HT From: Fimbres, Amber afimb...@uci.edu To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Sent: Fri, August 20, 2010 5:17:46 PM Subject: [Histonet] Tissue-Tek VIP 2000-3000 Mike, I know I'm a little late regarding your question about Sakura's VIP 2000/3000. I'm not sure if you found your answer, but if you're talking about the VIP processor that uses a magnet to program, change stations, etc. (and is reddish orange in color and may even say 'Miles' on it instead of Sakura) you will want to think twice before purchasing it. These VIP K (series 1000, 2000, 3000) are no longer serviced by Sakura nor are there many parts for them. Sakura's manufacturer for parts has stopped making replaceable parts for this particular model (they are at least 20 or more years old). You can go to Sakura's website or call their technical support, they will confirm this too. Take care, Amber This message contains confidential information and is intended only for the individual named. If you are not the named addressee you should not disseminate, distribute or copy this e-mail. Please notify the sender immediately by e-mail if you have received this e-mail by mistake and delete this e-mail from your system. E-mail transmission cannot be guaranteed to be secure or error-free as information could be intercepted, corrupted, lost, destroyed, arrive late or incomplete, or contain viruses. The sender therefore does not accept liability for any errors or omissions in the contents of this message, which arise as a result of e-mail transmission. ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
Re: [Histonet] Tissue-Tek VIP 2000-3000
I don't know the answer to your first 2 questions, but reliable they really are! René J. --- On Fri, 8/13/10, Mike Tighe mti...@trudeauinstitute.org wrote: From: Mike Tighe mti...@trudeauinstitute.org Subject: [Histonet] Tissue-Tek VIP 2000-3000 To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date: Friday, August 13, 2010, 4:26 PM I may have the chance to get a tissue processor (VIP 2000 or 3000). Are these units still serviceable? Is it hard to find parts? Are they Reliable? Thanks for any help!! Mike ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
RE: [Histonet] Tissue-Tek VIP 2000-3000
Agreed extremely reliable -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Rene J Buesa Sent: Friday, August 13, 2010 3:41 PM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu; Mike Tighe Subject: Re: [Histonet] Tissue-Tek VIP 2000-3000 I don't know the answer to your first 2 questions, but reliable they really are! René J. --- On Fri, 8/13/10, Mike Tighe mti...@trudeauinstitute.org wrote: From: Mike Tighe mti...@trudeauinstitute.org Subject: [Histonet] Tissue-Tek VIP 2000-3000 To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date: Friday, August 13, 2010, 4:26 PM I may have the chance to get a tissue processor (VIP 2000 or 3000). Are these units still serviceable? Is it hard to find parts? Are they Reliable? Thanks for any help!! Mike ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet -- CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: The information in this e-mail may be confidential and/or privileged. If you are not the intended recipient or an authorized representative of the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any review, dissemination, or copying of this e-mail and its attachments, if any, or the information contained herein is prohibited. If you have received this e-mail in error, please immediately notify the sender by return e-mail and delete this e-mail from your computer system. Thank you. == ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
