Leica RM2245 instruction manual Foil clamp type

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6.Optional accessories

6.2.3 Foil clamp type 1

The foil clamp type 1 is appropriate both for clamping very small foil pieces and flat, angular samples. It is mounted in the standard specimen clamp.

66

73 74

72

71

75

Fig. 30

73 74

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67

Fig. 31

Clamping of foil pieces

Move the movable jaw (74) to the right as required by turning the set screw with an Allen key size 4 (71).

Place the foil (72) between the movable jaw (74) and the fixed jaw (73).

To clamp the foil, screw the movable jaw (74) against the fixed jaw (73) by using the Allen key.

Insert the foil clamp (75) in the standard specimen clamp as shown.

Turn the knurled screw (66) clockwise to clamp the foil clamp in the standard speci- men clamp.

Clamping of flat, angular samples

To clamp angular samples, replace the long set screw (76) with the short set screw (77) provided with the foil clamp.

Unscrew the long set screw (76) to the left with an Allen key size 4 (71).

Screw the short set screw (77) in the hole.

Place the sample (67) between the movable jaw (74) and the fixed jaw (73).

To clamp the sample, screw the movable jaw (74) by turning the set screw (77) against the fixed jaw (73).

Insert the foil clamp in the standard specimen clamp as shown.

Turn the knurled screw (66) clockwise to clamp the foil clamp in the standard specimen clamp.

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Instruction manual V 1.4 – 02/2007

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Contents Leica RM2245 Page Leica Microsystems Nussloch GmbH Table of Contents Table of Contents Symbols in the text and their meanings Important notesQualification of personnel Intended use of instrumentSafety Safety notesPersonal safety precautions Safety Integrated safety devices Safety Overview instrument components Instrument components and specificationsLeica RM2245 Instrument specifications Rear side of instrumentDimensions and weight Basic instrument Technical data GeneralControl panel Microtome Startup Standard deliveryInstallation site requirements Setting up the instrumentElectrical 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 Mum of 100 μm using the buttons on the control panel Display 4 lights upIndication of remaining horizontal feed Step function is disabled in the remaining feed rangeObject head Directional fixture for specimen clamps To release the clamp, turn the eccentric lever 29 forwardsImportant! Never turn the screw more than 1/2 Turn at a time Inserting the knife holder Inserting the universal cassette clamp Adjusting the clearance angle Example Enlarged detail showing a clearance angle settingClamping the specimen Clamping the knife / disposable bladeCutting into the specimen trimming Sectioning Changing the specimen or interrupting sectioning Finishing daily routineOptional accessories Assembly for fixture for specimen clampsRigid 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 Universal cassette clamp, ice-cooledSuper mega-cassette clamp Holder for round specimens Optional accessories Knife holder E/E-TC To clamp the blade, rotate clamping lever 10 back upwardsOptional accessories Use Knife holder N/NZ Optional accessories Section waste tray BacklightingFreezer pack TrayInstrument Assembling the universal microscope carrier Universal microscope carrierAttach baseplate Attach horizontal arm Magnifying lens Plug the power plug into the power socket Cold light source Fiber-optic light guideOptional accessories Ordering informationLeica CLS Cold light sourcesFiber-optic light guide Error reports Customized solutionsInstrument malfunctions Malfunctions, possible causes and troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Corrective actionPossible faults Cleaning the instrument Cleaning and maintenanceClean using an alcohol-based solution or acetone Cleaning and maintenance Maintenance Replacing fusesMaintenance instructions Lubricating the instrument Warranty and service WarrantyWe herewith declare, in exclusive responsibility, that EC Declaration of ConformityDag Graupner Managing Director