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Leica CM3600 XP
Safety
3
Warning
• The protective devices on the instrument must neither be removed nor modified.
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The instrument has to be connected to an appropriate and grounded socket,
.
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Do not interfere with the grounding function by using an extension cord without a ground wire.
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Use extreme caution when handling microtome knives and disposable blades.
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Handle knives and blades as per manufacturer's directions.
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Never operate the instrument in rooms with an explosion hazard.
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During instrument setup/installation do not switch the instrument on before being prompted to do
so by these Instructions for Use.
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While working through these Instructions for Use, do not insert either the knife or the specimen
block.
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The lid of the instrument must always be opened by two persons. No one must work on the
instrument until it has been ensured that the lid has latched into place.
Below you find a summary of all warnings contained in these Instructions for Use.
Warning
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Any use of the instrument not described in these Instructions for Use is considered improper.
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Always swing the knee lever upwards before leaving the instrument.
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The chamber lid must be lifted by 2 persons when opened. When opening the chamber lid, the lid
retainer must engage. Only when the lid is lifted can the user work in the instrument.
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Prior to any work involving the knife, microtome or inside the cryochamber, activate the
Emergency
stop
switch, see
p. 18 – 3.3.1 Emergency stop switch)
.
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The chamber lid must be closed at all times when the instrument is operated, as otherwise the
emergency stop switch is not accessible.
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The user must be able to reach the specimen easily while working on the microtome. During all
work, wear close-fitting clothing and use safety glasses.
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Caution when using the foldaway extraction! Before you manipulate the specimen or the knife, the
extraction must always be folded all the way to the side. Otherwise, it could fold back and press
your hand against the knife.
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Prior to any work involving the knife, microtome or inside the cryochamber, swing the knee lever
upwards.
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For any work involving the knife, microtome or inside the cabinet always wear special safety gloves.
• For reasons of safety and accuracy, the maximum trimming thickness should not exceed 100 μm
per section.
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When trimming biological material (particularly bone), the section thickness should not exceed
50 μm.
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Never try to catch or grab the knife.
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Never put your hands into the space between specimen and knife.
• Caution when adjusting the knife holder from 100 to 200 mm – a crushing hazard exists.
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Radioactive specimen waste must be disposed of according to the local radiation safety
regulations.
• For removing the microtome (weight is approx. 190 kg) from the cryochamber, a ceiling crane
capable of carrying that weight should be available.
• For safety reasons, we strongly advise against lifting the microtome (approx. 190 kg) from the
cryochamber without appropriate lifting gear. Do not attempt to lift the microtome from the
cyrochamber manually, even if several persons are there to help.
