M3500 Issue 2 - Feb 2006
Last reviewed: Oct 2010 / Next review Oct 2013
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3.2.1 Conventional
Knives
Conventional microtome knives are usually made from carbon steel and will corrode in moist
conditions
Bright Instrument Company Limited offer a knife sharpening service, please contact Sales for
further information.
3.2.2 Disposable
Blades
Take particular care to clean the contact surfaces of disposable blade holders. A build up of
debris can prevent the blade from seating properly and cuases instability during section
cutting.
3.3
SERVICING AND REPAIRS
3.3.1 Routine
Servicing
With the exception of items mentioned in section 3.1, there is no requirement for periodical
checks.
3.3.2 Repairs
In the event of a breakdown, a qualified person should be called. For electrical and
mechanical problems contact either your local agent/distributor or bright Instrument Company
Limited. Please provide the following information:
Model
Serial
Number
Date of Installation
Nature of Fault
The following tasks can be carried out by competent personnel:
-
changing
fuses
1.
switch off power
2.
unscrew fuse holder
3.
replace fuse with correct fuse rating
4.
screw back in fuse holder
If the microtome or any part of it is returned to the agent/distributor or manufacturer, it is
important to observe the precautions in section 3.4 to minimise the risk of infection.
NB:
A completed decontamination certificate must be attached to the exterior of the
microtome. Work on the instrument will not proceed until satisfactory notification of
decontamination has been received.
