Leica Biosystems CM1100 - Manual (Page 30)

30 Instructions for use V1.3 RevB – 09/2012
10.4 Reassembly of the microtome
The microtome must be completely dry before
reinstallation. Humidity inside will condense
and freeze in the cold cryostat and thus may
cause malfunctions or damage.
The handle of the handwheel should be placed in the
lowest position so that the specimen clamping head is
at its lowest position.
• Mount the plastic coupling (4) on the handwheel
shaft.
• Place the microtome into the cryochamber and push
it to the rear so that the slits at the rear engage in
the screws (5) at the bottom of the cryochamber
and the handwheel shaft of the microtome engages
in the plastic coupling (4).
• Push the shaft (2) of the coarse feed wheel into the
cryochamber from outside to engage it in the cou-
pling on the left side of the microtome, aligning the
flat surface of the shaft to the clamping screw (1).
• Fasten the shaft with the clamping screw (1).
• Fasten the microtome with the two screws (3).
• Replace all accessories.
The cryochamber and all accessories must be
completely dry when turning on the instru-
ment.
Remaining humidity will cause frost formation
during cooling.
10. Cleaning and disinfection
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3 3
2
Fig. 30.2
5 2
4
Fig. 30.1