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5
•
Lift microtome slightly and pull it to the left to
disengage the plastic coupling
(5)
connect-
ing the axles.
•
Take microtome out of cryochamber.
Fig. 28
8.5
Removing the microtome housing
The microtome cover may be re-
moved to expedite thorough drying
of the microtome in an oven.
Place the microtome in an oven at 40
°C to 50 °C for several hours.
After repeatedly drying the micro-
tome in this manner, it is recom-
mended to relubricate the cross
roller bearings inside the microtome!
For further information, please con-
tact your Leica sales company!
•
Loosen the two screws (
8
) on both sides of
the housing.
•
To remove, pull the housing upwards. The
front plate of the microtome with the speci-
men head remains in place.
8
8
8.
Cleaning and maintenance
Fig. 29
