Leica Biosystems SM2500 - Manual (Page 63)

63 Leica SM2500
5.7 Switching the instrument off
• Wait for the sectioning procedure to be finished (in PROG mode) or stop
sectioning by pressing RUN STOP or RUN ENABLE or the foot switch.
• If necessary, activate MAN mode of operation and move the sledge to
the resting position desired.
Wear cut-resistant safety gloves when inserting / removing the
knife (see also chapter 8.1 ‘Additional accessories’).
• Remove the knife.
Always remove the knife from the knife holder when finishing
work!
Handle microtome knives and blades with utmost care. Knife and
blade edges are extremely sharp and can cause severe injuries!
Never leave knives / disposable blades or knife holder with a
knife / disposable blade inserted lying around!
Always store knives in the knife case when not in use!
Never place a knife on a bench with the edge facing upwards!
Never try to catch a falling knife or disposable blade!
• Remove the specimen.
• Switch off the mains switch (I/0 - located at rear of control unit, position
‘0’ = Off).
5. Operation