Leica Biosystems CM3600 XP - Manual (Page 13)

13 Leica CM3600 XP – Cryomacrotome
Drain valve
Condensation water is drained through the drain valve. The tray at the
drain valve must remain at the instrument at all times and must be emp-
tied regularly.
Refrigeration and control unit
The refrigeration and control unit cools the cryochamber and controls the
microtome and the entire electronics.
Knee lever
The knee lever is used for manual operation of the specimen sledge.
PC
Commercial PC, monitor, keyboard, mouse and internal modem.
Emergency stop switch
Press the emergency stop switch to stop the microtome immediately.
Cryochamber cabinet
The cryochamber cabinet contains the cryochamber which houses the
microtome.
Chamber lid
The chamber lid can be opened completely for maintenance and cleaning
work on microtome and/or cryochamber.
Window
The window is heated and can be opened completely.
Microtome
The microtome is used to section the specimens.
Port and switch panel
The port and switch panel contains the mains switch and several sockets
and ports.
2. Characteristics of the Leica CM3600 XP