Leica Biosystems SM2010 R - Manual (Page 32)

30 Instructions for Use V 1.4 RevC – 09/2013
6.1 Cleaning the instrument
6. Cleaning and maintenance
Before each cleaning carry out the following preparatory steps:
• Move the specimen clamp to the lower end position and activate the
handwheel lock.
• Remove the blade from the blade holder and insert it in the receptacle
at the bottom of the dispenser, or remove the knife from the knife holder
and put it back in the knife case.
• Remove knife holder base and knife holder for cleaning.
• Remove the specimen from the specimen clamp.
• Take out the waste tray and remove the section waste with a dry brush.
• Remove specimen clamp and clean separately.
• Always remove the knife or blade before detaching the knife/
blade holder from the instrument!
• Always put the knives back into the knife case when not in use!
• Never place a knife anywhere with the cutting edge facing up-
wards and never try to catch a falling knife!
• When using cleaning agents, observe the manufacturer's safety
instructions and the laboratory regulations valid in the country of
use.
• When cleaning the outer surfaces, do not use xylene, scouring
powders or solvents containing acetone or xylene. Xylene or ac-
etone will damage the finished surfaces!
• Ensure that liquids do not enter the interior of the instrument dur-
ing cleaning!