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Leica RM 2145 Rotary Microtome
12. Optional accessories
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12.2.3 Repositioning the knife holder base
North/South
North/South displacement enables the approach of the
knife holder to the sample as close as possible.
To release, turn the clamping lever
(1)
on the right
side of the microtome base plate counterclockwise.
Reposition the knife holder together with the knife
holder base forward or backward as appropriate.
To clamp, turn the clamping lever
(1)
clockwise.
East/West (12.2.2 only)
The lateral displacement feature of the knife holder
base enables the use of the entire length of the blade
or knife eliminating the need for readjusting the knife
holder.
To release, turn the clamping lever
(2, not visible)
on the left of the knife holder clockwise.
Reposition the knife holder together with the knife
holder base sideways as required.
To secure, turn the clamping lever
(2)
counterclock-
wise.
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