Leica RM2245 instruction manual Fine-directional fixture for specimen clamps

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6.1.3Fine-directional fixture for specimen clamps

•Before the fine-directional fixture for specimen clamps can be mounted, loosen 4 screws (10) (Allen key size 3) and carefully remove the fixture for specimen clamps from the baseplate (9).

•Using the 4 supplied screws (11) and the Allen key size 3, fasten the baseplate to the object head (12).

•Now, screw the fine-directional fixture for specimen clamps with the 4 screws (10) and the Allen key size 3 onto the object head.

If the fine-directional fixture for specimen clamps is not used, retain the baseplate and 4 screws (11) together with the fine-directional fixture for specimen clamps!

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Contents Leica RM2245 Page Leica Microsystems Nussloch GmbH Table of Contents Table of Contents Important notes Symbols in the text and their meaningsQualification of personnel Intended use of instrumentSafety 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 sectioningAssembly for fixture for specimen clamps Optional accessoriesRigid fixture for specimen clamps Directional 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