Preparation before surgery
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Leica M220 F12 / Ref. 10 716 922 / Version 03
7.2 Positioning surgical microscope
over operating table
X
Carefully move the surgical microscope at the column to the
operating table and position it for the forthcoming operation.
X
Tighten the footbrakes.
WARNING
Risk of death from electrical shock!
X
The surgical microscope may be connected to a
grounded socket only.
X
Connect the power cable (2) to the socket.
X
Connect the footswitch in the socket (1) to the horizontal arm
and guide it through the cable guide (3).
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3
CAUTION
Danger of infection!
X
Leave sufficient space around the stand to prevent
contact with non-sterile components.
X
Inspect all terminals and make certain that all accessories
X
are seated firmly.
X
Release the articulation brakes and set them to a light
resistance.
To make the joint easier to move:
X
Release the articulation brake (5).
To make the joint more difficult to move:
X
Tighten the articulation brake (5).
X
Loosen the brake knob for locking the vertical position (4).
X
Extend the swing arm.
X
Check the weight setting on the swing arm by raising and
lowering the microscope and correct as necessary, see
chapter 7.10.
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