Leica Biosystems CM1510-S - Manual (Page 9)

9 Leica CM1510 S – Cryostat
Warnings - sectioning
Be careful when handling microtome knives and disposable blades. The cutting edge is ex-
tremely sharp and can cause severe injury!
Never leave knives/blades or knife holders with a knife/blade mounted lying around!
Always store knives in the knife box when not in use!
Never place a knife anywhere with the cutting edge facing upwards!
NEVER try to catch a falling knife!
Always clamp the specimen before the knife!
Be careful when picking up the sections! The cutting edge is exposed!
When working inside the cryochamber, keep hands away from gilled evaporator – high risk
of injury from sharp edges!
Prior to manipulating knife and specimen, when changing the specimen or during breaks,
always lock the handwheel and cover the cutting edge with the knife guard!
Avoid skin contact with cold parts of the instrument as this can cause frostbite!
Cleaning and disinfection
Do not use organic solvents or any other aggressive substances for cleaning and disinfec-
tion! The instrument is suitable for spray disinfection with Leica Cryofect!
Only use alcohol or commercial disinfectants based on alcohol for disinfection!
For spray disinfection follow the instructions for use supplied with the disinfectant!
Do not use any external heaters for drying the cryochamber. This can cause severe damage
to the heating system!
2. Safety