Leica RM2245 instruction manual Inserting the universal cassette clamp

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5. Operation

5.3 Inserting the universal cassette clamp

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There are two versions of the specimen holder, one with and one without specimen orientation, which are interchangeable.

The object orientation allows for simple position correction of the specimen surface when the specimen is clamped into place.

You can use the quick clamping system (64) to hold all available accessory specimen clamps (for more information, see Chapter 6 "Optional accessories").

To do so, proceed as follows:

Move the object head (60) to the upper end position by turning the handwheel (12) and engage the handwheel lock.

To release the clamping system, turn the screw (61) of the quick clamping system (64) counterclockwise using an Allen key size 4 (71).

Push the guide (63) of the universal cassette clamp (62) from the left into the quick clamp- ing system (64) as far as it will go.

To clamp the cassette clamp turn the screw (61) clockwise as far as it will go.

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Since all stage clamps available as accessories are equipped with the same kind of guide on the back, they are inserted in the same way described here using the example of the cassette clamp.

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Contents Leica RM2245 Page Leica Microsystems Nussloch GmbH Table of Contents Table of Contents Intended use of instrument Symbols in the text and their meaningsImportant notes Qualification of personnelSafety notes SafetyPersonal safety precautions Safety Integrated safety devices Safety Overview instrument components Instrument components and specificationsLeica RM2245 Rear side of instrument Instrument specificationsDimensions and weight Basic instrument Technical data GeneralControl panel Microtome Standard delivery StartupSetting up the instrument Installation site requirementsElectrical connections Assembling the handwheelChecking the voltage 23 24 Switching on the instrument Operating elements and their functions OperationInstrument control panel Control panel Display and control elements Trimming mode Sectioning modeHow to activate the Step function Specimen retraction Display 4 lights up Mum of 100 μm using the buttons on the control panelIndication of remaining horizontal feed Step function is disabled in the remaining feed rangeObject head To release the clamp, turn the eccentric lever 29 forwards Directional fixture for specimen clampsImportant! Never turn the screw more than 1/2 Turn at a time Inserting the knife holder Inserting the universal cassette clamp Example Enlarged detail showing a clearance angle setting Adjusting the clearance angleClamping the knife / disposable blade Clamping the specimenCutting into the specimen trimming Sectioning Finishing daily routine Changing the specimen or interrupting sectioningDirectional fixture for specimen clamps Optional accessoriesAssembly for fixture for specimen clamps Rigid fixture for specimen clampsFine-directional fixture for specimen clamps Quick clamping system Standard specimen clamp Specimen clamps and holdersVee insert Foil clamp type Optional accessories Universal cassette clamp, ice-cooled Universal cassette clampSuper mega-cassette clamp Holder for round specimens Optional accessories To clamp the blade, rotate clamping lever 10 back upwards Knife holder E/E-TCOptional accessories Use Knife holder N/NZ Optional accessories Backlighting Section waste trayFreezer pack TrayInstrument Assembling the universal microscope carrier Universal microscope carrierAttach baseplate Attach horizontal arm Magnifying lens Cold light source Fiber-optic light guide Plug the power plug into the power socketOrdering information Optional accessoriesLeica CLS Cold light sourcesFiber-optic light guide Error reports Customized solutionsInstrument malfunctions Problem Possible cause Corrective action Malfunctions, possible causes and troubleshootingPossible faults Cleaning the instrument Cleaning and maintenanceClean using an alcohol-based solution or acetone Cleaning and maintenance Replacing fuses MaintenanceMaintenance instructions Lubricating the instrument Warranty Warranty and serviceWe herewith declare, in exclusive responsibility, that EC Declaration of ConformityDag Graupner Managing Director