Leica RM2245 instruction manual Optional accessories, Assembly for fixture for specimen clamps

6.Optional accessories

6.1 Assembly for fixture for specimen clamps

Depending upon the purchase order, the basic instrument is delivered with the directional or rigid fixture for specimen clamps which must be assembled first. All specimen clamps available as accessories can be used in both fixtures for specimen clamps.

Before assembling the fixture for specimen clamps, activate the mechanical handwheel lock!

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4

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5

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6.1.1 Rigid fixture for specimen clamps

•Screw the rigid fixture for specimen clamps (4) onto the object head (3):

Remove the screw (1), attach the fixture for specimen clamps (4) onto the object head (3) from the front and tighten the screws (2) with an Allen key size 3.

Next, insert the screw (1) from the side and briefly tighten it with an Allen key size 4.

Remove the rubber ring only after attaching the object head!

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7 + 8

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7 + 8 9b 9b 10 4

6.1.2 Directional fixture for specimen clamps

•	Loosen the eccentric bolt (6) by turning it
	counterclockwise.
•	Completely unscrew the thrust piece (5) with a
	flat-tip screwdriver and pull it out with spring
	(5a) and pin (5b).
•	Completely unscrew the setscrews (3) and (4).
•	Attach the directional fixture for specimen
	clamps as shown.
•	Insert the screws (7+8) in the bore (2 screws
	(8) are accessible through the bore (9a)) and
	evenly screw them in using an Allen key size 3.
•	Insert the spring (5a) and pin (5b) with the

Fig. 25

9a 9a

flatter side into the thrust piece (5). Complete-

ly screw in the thrust piece with a flat-tip

•Finally, place the dovetail holder (2) and fasten by screwing in the 4 screws (1) using an Allen key size 3.

screwdriver.

• Completely screw in the setscrews (3+4).

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