Leica Biosystems CM1520 - Manual (Page 60)

60 Instructions for Use V1.3 – 10/2012
9. Cleaning, Disinfection, Maintenance
9.3.1 General maintenance instructions
The microtome is virtually maintenance-free. To
ensure a smooth operation of the instrument over
several years we recommend the following:
• At least once a year, have the instrument
inspected by a qualified service engineer
authorized by Leica.
• Enter into a service contract at the end of
the warranty period. For further information,
please contact your local Leica service center.
• Clean the instrument every day.
Weekly:
Before the following parts can be
oiled, all section waste and deposits
must be carefully removed.
• Oil the plastic coupling (6, Detail 55a ) with a
drop of cryostat oil (Type 407);
• Lubricate the specimen cylinder (1):
Push the appropriate coarse feed button to
move the specimen cylinder out to the front
stop position, apply a drop of cryostat oil and
move the specimen cylinder back to the home
position by pressing the appropriate coarse
feed button.
Occasionally, or when required:
• Apply a drop of cryostat oil (Type 407) to the
clamping piece (T-piece) (2, Fig. 53 ) on the mi-
crotome base plate and the clamping lever (3).
9.3 Maintenance
Fig. 54
Fig. 53
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