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8. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Warnings
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Always remove the blade before detaching the blade holder from the instrument.
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Always put the knives/blades back into the knife case when not in use. Never place a knife
anywhere with the cutting edge facing upwards and NEVER try to catch a falling knife!
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When using cleaners, comply with the safety instructions of the manufacturer and the laboratory
safety regulations.
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When cleaning the outer surfaces, do not use xylene, scouring powders or solvents containing
acetone or xylene. Xylene or acetone will damage the finished surfaces.
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Ensure that liquids do not enter the interior of the instrument during cleaning.
8.1 Cleaning
Before each cleaning:
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Raise the specimen clamp to the upper end position and activate the handwheel lock.
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Switch the instrument off and unplug it.
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Remove the blade from the blade holder and insert it into a safe dispenser or other safe place.
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Remove knife holder base and knife holder for cleaning.
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Remove the specimen from the specimen clamp.
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Remove section waste with a dry brush.
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Remove specimen clamp and clean separately.
Instrument and outside surfaces
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If necessary, the varnished outside surfaces of the control panels can be cleaned with a mild commercial
household cleaner or soap water and then be wiped with a moist cloth.
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To prevent paraffin from sticking to the surface, paraffin repellent can be used; to remove paraffin residue,
xylene substitutes, paraffin oil, or paraffin removers can be used.
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The instrument must be completely dry before it can be used again.
Blade holder
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Take the blade holder apart for cleaning.
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Clean all parts of the holder. For cleaning and removal of paraffin, do not use xylene or cleaning fluids
containing alcohol (e.g., glass cleaner).
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Dry the holder and reassemble.
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After cleaning the moving parts, apply a thin coat of good quality lubricant oil to them.
