Leica CM1510 – Cryostat
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7.
Setup and operation
7.1
Connection to mains power
7.2
Prior to operation
During the start-up of the compressor the
nominal voltage must not drop below the val-
ues specified in the 'Technical data'.
Please note that the compressor requires a
start-up current between 45 and 50 A.
Therefore, the electric circuit at the installa-
tion site must be inspected by an electrical
engineer to ensure that it meets the require-
ments for a smooth operation of the instru-
ment. A constant adequate power supply to
the instrument must be ensured at all times.
Failure to comply with the above will cause
severe damage to the instrument.
The instrument must be connected to a
grounded mains power outlet socket.
•
The electric circuit at the place of installation has
to be protected separately.
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Do not connect any other consumers to this elec-
tric circuit.
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Before connecting the instrument to the mains
power, please check if the local mains voltage com-
plies with the power rating indicated on the name
plate of the instrument.
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Place the storage shelves in the cryochamber.
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Place the waste tray
(1)
and brush shelf
(2)
in the
cryochamber.
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Place the knife holder base on the microtome base
plate.
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Place the knife holder on the knife holder base and
clamp.
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Open the knife box with the knife and place it in the
cryochamber for precooling.
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Place all tools needed for specimen preparation in
the cryochamber.
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Close the sliding window.
After transporting, wait at least 4 hours be-
fore turning the instrument on. This waiting
period is necessary to allow the compressor
oil, which may have been displaced during
transport, to return to its original position.
Failure to comply with this can cause severe
damage to the instrument.
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Connect the mains plug to the mains power outlet
at the wall.
For installation of the knife holder base and
knife holder, please refer to the instruction
manual of the knife holder.
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