Leica Biosystems LPC Operating Manual - Manual (Page 29)

29 Leica LP C
CAUTION: Always use dry gauze to
clean the main laser system.
If liquids drip into the motor or other
electrical parts, long-term damage to
your Laser Cassette Printer will result.
• Use DRY gauze to clean the area around the
main laser system carefully.
• Blow a little compressed air into this area to
clean the optical sensors.
Be sure not to ice over the sensors
with the compressed air.
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5.4 Changing the filters
Filters in the Filtration System must be changed periodically to ensure safe
and reliable operation of your LPC Laser Cassette Printer.
The filter unit contains two filters: the prefilter and the main filter.
5. Cleaning and Maintenance
IMPORTANT! IMPORTANT! IMPORTANT! IMPORTANT! IMPORTANT! Use only prefilter bags and main filter cartridges recommended by Leica. Other
filters may hamper the airflow in the filter unit, or may not be able to remove all dust particles
from the exhaust. For further information, please contact your Leica representative.