Leica M Series User Manual 2
General Instructions
Safety concept
Before using your microscope for the first
time, please read the "Safety concept" book-
let included with your instrument. It contains
additional information about handling and
care.
Use in clean rooms
The Leica M series can be used in clean rooms
without any problems.
Cleaning
O Do not use any unsuitable cleaning agents,
chemicals or techniques for cleaning.
O Never use chemicals to clean colored
surfaces or accessories with rubberized
parts. This could damage the surfaces,
and specimens could be contaminated by
abraded particles.
O In most cases, we can provide special solu-
tions on request. Some products can be
modified, and we can offer other accesso-
ries for use in clean rooms.
Servicing
O Repairs may only be carried out by Leica
Microsystems-trained service technicians.
Only original Leica Microsystems spare
parts may be used.
Responsibilities of person in charge of
instrument
O Ensure that the Leica stereo microscope
is operated, maintained and repaired by
authorized and trained personnel only.