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Leica VT1000 S – Microtome
Caution / danger
Caution: risk of injury when touching
the knives and blades as these are
extremely sharp.
Warning: risk of infection when
working with fresh tissue or with
material where an infection cannot
be excluded.
Caution: When not in use, cover
magnifier with corresponding lid to
avoid risk of fire.
Warning: Avoid touching live parts
under any circumstances!
2.
Safety
2.2
Safety instructions for handling the instrument
Correct behavior
Be sure to handle knives and blades very cau-
tiously!
Never touch the cutting edge of knives and
blades!
Do not leave knives, blades and bladed knife
holders unprotected.
Take adequate protective measures to elimi-
nate risk of infection!
Protective clothes according to safety regula-
tions "Working with harmful substances"
(Safety mask, gloves, protective clothing) must
be worn!
The magnifier must be covered while the in-
strument is not in use, as it may act as a burn-
ing glass when not covered!
In case of emergency, press the red EMER-
GENCY STOP switch (at the right side of the in-
strument). To release the switch, turn it in the
direction of the arrow.
The instrument cover may only be removed by
qualified service personnel!
Before removing the cover, ensure that the in-
strument is unplugged.
