Leica Biosystems CM1510-S - Manual (Page 20)

20 Instruction manual V 1.4 – 04/2010
4. Setup
4.5 Electrical connection
During the start-up of the compressor the nominal voltage must
not drop below the values specified in the ‘Technical Data‘!
The compressor requires a start-up current between 45 and 50 A.
Therefore, the electric circuit at the installation site must be in-
spected by a qualified electrician to ensure that it meets the re-
quirements for a smooth operation of the instrument.
For trouble-free operation, a constant power supply according to
specification must be ensured at all times.
Failure to comply with the above will cause damage to the in-
strument.
• Protect the electric circuit at the place of installation separately.
• Do not connect any other consumers to this electric circuit.
4.6 Prior to operation
• Verify if mains voltage and frequency in your laboratory comply with
the power rating indicated on the name plate of the instrument!
• Place the storage shelves into the chamber.
• Insert section waste tray (1) and brush shelf (2).
• Place the knife holder base on the microtome base plate and clamp.
• Mount the knife holder onto the knife holder base and clamp (see
separate instruction manual for your knife holder).
• Open the knife box with the knife and place the open box into the
cryochamber for precooling.
• Place all tools needed for specimen preparation into the
cryochamber.
• Close the sliding window.
• Connect the mains plug to the wall outlet socket.
After transporting, wait at least 4 hours before switching the in-
strument on!
This waiting period is necessary to allow the compressor oil,
which may have been displaced during transport, to return to its
original position.
Failure to comply with this can cause severe damage to the in-
strument.
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Fig. 8