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Leica Leica VT1200S manual MAN with rotary knob 1 for, Stroke type CUT only single, Cannot be set

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5.Working with the Instrument

Key/setting dial	semiautomatic sectioning mode	automatic sectioning mode

	➞ Rotary knob 2
1	Mode: Choice between AUTO and
	MAN with rotary knob 1; for
	semiautomatic sectioning mode,

2	MAN must be selected.

➞Rotary knob 2

Mode: Choice between AUTO and MAN with rotary knob 1; for the automatic sectioning mode, AUTO must be selected.

	➞ Rotary knob 2				➞ Rotary knob 2
1	Stroke type (CUT) – only single				Stroke type (CUT): Choice between
	stroke (SINGLE) can be selected				single stroke (SINGLE) and contin-
	with rotary knob 1. If continuous				uous stroke (CONT) with rotary
2	stroke (CONT) is selected, an audi-				knob 1.
	ble warning signal sounds.

	➞ Rotary knob 2				➞ Rotary knob 2
1	Specimen retraction (RETRACT)				The specimen retraction (RETRACT)
	cannot be set.				can be set from 0 – 100μm in 10μm
					increments with rotary knob 1.
2		Value	cannot be
2		changed. NO automat-
		changed. NO automat-
		ic retraction is possi-
		ble in	semiautomatic
		sectioning mode.


1	➞ Rotary knob 2				ditto
1	The LED illumination can be adjust-
	The LED illumination can be adjust-

ed to 5 different levels of brightness using rotary knob 1.

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Leica Leica VT1200S MAN with rotary knob 1 for, Stroke type CUT only single, Stroke Single can be selected, Cannot be set

Contents

Leica VT1200 Leica VT1200S Page Nussloch Germany Contents Intended Use/Improper Use Symbols in the Text and their MeaningsImportant Notes Qualification of PersonnelSafety General Safety NotesTransport, Unpacking and Setting up Proper handlingInstrument Characteristics Technical Data for the VT1200Electrical data Dimensions Instrument CharacteristicsTechnical Data for the VT1200S Ambient conditionsGeneral Overview of the VT1200/VT1200S MicroscopeAttachments on dovetail receptacle Blades for the blade holderVT1200 Control Panel LED for feed rate1 VT1200S Control Panel Window edge is set Moves the specimen Upwards as long asInstallation Standard Scope of Delivery for the VT1200Standard Scope of Delivery for the VT1200S 048191200S001 Packing and Setting up the Instrument Packing the instrumentBefore Commissioning the Instrument Working with the Instrument Description of the Typical ApplicationControl Elements on the VT1200 Control Panel Moving the Specimen Receptacle VerticallyBlade Method Blade Forward backSelecting the Sectioning Parameters Starts the sectioning processBlade feed rate Speed LED illumination is switched onControl Element on the Control Panel of the VT1200S Selected amplitude Ampl Saved section thicknessToggling from Auto Toggling from MAN to An audible warning signal soundsWhen these keys are pressed ModeAutomatic mode max μm Adjusting the amplitude fromKey/setting dial Mm in 0.05 mm increments Not possibleWorking with the Instrument Blade forward and Blade Window edge key until the LED Key lights upWard key. Press the 1st cutting Ward key and press 2nd cuttingΜm display is then reset to ProcessOr 100μm by max μm using rotary knob Using predefined step sizes 1Automatic section thickness Stroke Single can be selected MAN with rotary knob 1 forStroke type CUT only single With rotary knob 1. If continuous5 mm/s in 0.5 mm/s increments Installing the Accessories Installing the Ice Bath and Buffer TrayInstalling the Double-walled Buffer Tray Preparing a SpecimenInstalling and Removing the Blade Holder Inserting the Blade Adjusting the Clearance Angle Now return the blade holder to the cutting positionWorking with the Instrument Using the VibroCheck with the VT1200 Operating the VibroCheckNormal operating status is now restored Using the VibroCheck with the VT1200S Operating the VibroCheck Error/INF No Troubleshooting Remark Malfunctions Meanings and TroubleshootingError Messages and Troubleshooting Harm the instrumentReached Panel and keyboard Software updatedInF C2 have differentVibroCheck VibroCheck was Collides with Dirty. CleanDown during installa BladeBlocked when RUN is active Not accepted Negative values Values of more than 1000μmInstrument is Plug connections are Replacing the Main Fuse Cleaning and Maintenance Cleaning the InstrumentClean using an alcohol-based solution or acetone Blade Buffer traySpecimen plate DisplayExtension Accessories for Standard Specimens Buffer TraySpecimen Plate Lid for covering the buffer trayVibroCheck Blades Microscope, Complete Magnifier, CompleteInstalling the Magnifier Support or Microscope Support Fiber-optic Illumination, Cold Light Source 230-240 V, 50/60 Hz240 V, 50/60 Hz Voltage variant 230V/50/60Hz EC Declaration of Conformity Leica VT1200/VT1200S Microtome with vibrating bladeWarranty and Service WarrantyOperating Manual V1.1 05/2007