Leica RM2245 instruction manual Optional accessories

6.Optional accessories

6.3 Knife holder base and knife holder

94

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6.3.1Knife holder base, without lateral movement feature

51

50

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The plastic handles of all clamping levers on the instrument and knife holders can be turned to the position that is most convenient for each user.

Pull the grip (94) out of the lever, hold it in this position, and rotate it to the desired position. It will then lock automatically when released.

Repositioning the knife holder base

The one-piece knife holder base (rigid) (51) can be moved forwards and backwards on the microtome base plate.

This vertical displacement allows bringing the knife holder into the optimal cutting position in relation to the specimen.

•To release, rotate the clamping lever (50) on the right side of the microtome base plate counterclockwise.

•Reposition the knife holder together with the knife holder base forward or backward as appropriate.

•Secure the clamping mechanism by rotating the lever (50) clockwise.

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