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Version 1.1, Revision B
Operation
5
Fig. 52
1
The force balance is adjusted using the screw
, which can be accessed by
removing the section waste tray on the bottom
of the base plate of the microtome. Use the Allen
key No. 5 (with handle) for the adjustment.
• If the object head moves downwards, turn the
approx. 1/2 turn clockwise
each time.
• If the object head moves upwards, turn
the screw
counterclockwise each time.
• Continue this procedure until the object head no
longer moves once released.
Tip
Repeat the adjusting procedure several times till the object head no longer moves.
5.2
Inserting the two-in-one blade holder E
5.2.1 Setting up the blade holder base
Fig. 53
1
2
3
4
5
by rotating it counterclockwise.
2. Insert the blade holder base
the T-piece
of the microtome base plate
.