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To retract the disc anchor, slide the instrument (in the
disengaged position) (1) down the groove until it sits on
the disc anchor component (3).
Rotate the turning knob to the engaged position (coun-
ter-clockwise) to engage the disc anchor component (4).
Retract the disc anchor component by pulling up the
instrument (5). Disengage the instrument by turning the
knob to the disengaged position (clockwise) (6).
Precaution:
Do not retract the third blade holder
once the disc anchor is in place. As the disc anchor
component is permanently attached to the respec
tive blade it must be cleaned according to its specific
handling guidelines (see chapter “Cleaning Posi
tions/Assembly” p. 41).
