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Leica RM2145 User Manual

Leica RM2145
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Instruction Manual
Leica RM2145 V3.2 English – 02/2002
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Read carefully prior to operating the instrument!
Leica RM2145
Rotary Microtome
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Leica RM2145 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeRotary Microtome
Vertical Stroke60 mm
Specimen FeedManual
Specimen RetractionAutomatic
Knife HolderStandard knife holder
Section Thickness Range0.5 - 60 μm
Section Thickness Setting Range0.5 - 60 μm
Trimming Thickness SettingAdjustable

Summary

3. Safety Instructions for Handling the Instrument

3.1 Safety Devices

Safety devices on the instrument must not be removed or modified.

3.1.1 Activating the Quick Locking System of the Handwheel

Instructions on how to lock and unlock the handwheel using a lever.

3.1.2 Knife Guard on the Knife Holder

Details on the knife guard for knife holders N and E.

6. Unpacking and Installation

6.1 Unpacking

Instructions for unpacking the instrument from its packaging.

6.2 Assembling the Handwheel

Instructions on how to assemble the handwheel onto the instrument.

6.3 Site Requirements

Specifies the environmental and space requirements for instrument installation.

7. Setting Up the Instrument

7.1 Connecting to Mains

Instructions for connecting the instrument to the main power supply.

7.1.1 Checking the Voltage Selector Setting

How to verify the voltage selector is correctly set for local power.

7.1.2 Changing the Voltage Selector Setting

Procedure for changing the voltage selector on the instrument.

7.1.3 Connecting the Control Panel

Steps to connect the control panel to the microtome.

7.1.4 Connecting the Mains Cable

Guide on connecting the mains power cable to the instrument.

7.3 Switching On the Instrument

Steps for powering on the microtome and initialisation.

7.4 Control Panel Functions

Explains the various buttons, LEDs, and displays on the control panel.

8. Daily Routine Operation

8.1 Inserting the Specimen Clamp

Steps for inserting and securing specimen clamps into the fixture.

8.3 Clamping the Specimen

Procedure for securely clamping the specimen in the clamp.

8.4 Installing the Knife Holder Base

Instructions for mounting the knife holder base onto the microtome.

8.5 Installing the Knife Holder

Steps for installing the knife holder onto the knife holder base.

8.6 Inserting Knife or Disposable Blade

Guidance on safely inserting knives or disposable blades into the holder.

8.7 Adjusting the Clearance Angle

How to adjust the clearance angle for optimal sectioning.

8.8 Orienting the Specimen

How to orient the specimen using the orienting fixture.

8.9 Trimming

Steps for trimming the specimen to the desired sectioning level.

9. Trouble Shooting

10. Cleaning

11. Maintenance

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