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RM CoolClamp
Safety
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2.
Safety
2.1
General use
The RM CoolClamp complies with the current technical requirements. The manufacturer has placed the
greatest value on user safety.
The following rules apply for the user:
• Rules for accident prevention.
• General rules for technical safety.
• The respective specific directives of the EU and other countries.
General use includes handling according to the instructions for Use.
Warning
• Operation of this unit is intended only for dry ambient conditions without precipitation of liquids.
• Defective instruments must not be used.
• It must be possible for the user to shut off the power supply to the instrument via the power supply
unit instantly, if necessary.
• The following applies in general: When handling specimen head or knife / blade holder, always
lock handwheel in place. Release locking mechanism only for sectioning and use safety guard.
• Failure to adjust the force balance may result in injury while working.
• The unit must not be operated in rooms with danger of explosion.
• The RM CoolClamp must be operated only in the installation orientation and position prescribed
for it.
• It must be ensured that no liquids ingress into the unit.
• The instrument may be operated indoors only.
• The instrument shall be only operated with the supplied wall socket power supply type.
Tip
To keep the thermomechanical stress on the peltier as minimal as possible, the RM CoolClamp should
be switched on only once per day and then remain in operation. The continuous working time should
not be longer than 6 hours.
Tip
The current EC Declarations of Conformity can be found on the Internet:
http://www.LeicaBiosystems.com
2.2
Technical modifications
• For safety reasons, no technical modifications to this instrument are permitted. Any change or
modification that the manufacturer has not approved causes the warranty to be voided.
• Original parts are specially designed for the RM CoolClamp. Parts from other manufacturers have
not been tested and therefore have not been approved and permitted by Leica Biosystems Nussloch
GmbH.
• No liability shall be accepted for any use other than the intended use.
