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HistoCore AUTOCUT
Optional Accessories
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6.2.5 Super mega-cassette clamp
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Assembly of the super mega-cassette clamp
Tips
Remove the rubber ring
only after having attached the rigid fixture for specimen
clamps on the object head.
The super mega cassette clamp should preferably be used with the rigid fixture for specimen clamps.
To do so, proceed as follows:
• Screw the rigid fixture for specimen clamps
:
Remove the screw
, place the rigid fixture for specimen clamps
the object head
from the front and tighten the screws
with an Allen key
from the side and briefly tighten it with an Allen key No. 4.
• Insert the super mega cassette clamp from the side on the left into the dovetail guide of the rigid
fixture for specimen clamps and tighten screw
Caution
When using super mega-cassette clamp, the orientation is not set to position "0" when directional
fixture for specimen clamps is used with the rigid knife holder base, or the back-lighting illumination
is attached.
The instrument may malfunction leading to delayed diagnosis.
• The orientation must be in position "0" and the cover for backlighting illumination must be detached.
• NEVER use the super mega-cassette clamp with backlighting illumination.
• The force balance system has to be adjusted when using the super mega cassette clamp.
6.2.6 Holder for round specimens
The holder for round specimens is designed to accommodate cylindrical specimens.
Inserts for specimens of 6, 15 and 25 mm diameter are available.
The holder for round specimens can be mounted on the rigid fixture for specimen clamps or the fine
directional or directional fixtures for specimen clamps with quick clamping system.