Leica Biosystems SM2000R - Manual (Page 17)

17 Leica SM2000 R – Sliding Microtome
9.1 Cleaning
The painted surfaces are not resistant against acetone or xylene.
Only use mild commercial detergents or soap solution for cleaning!
Ensure that no liquids enter the interior of the instrument when cleaning!
Before cleaning, remove the knife or disposable blade!
• Clean the painted surfaces with commercial detergents or soap solution.
Standard lacquer cleaners are recommended for the lacquer finish.
• Anodized parts such as specimen clamps may be cleaned with solvent.
9.2 Maintenance
Only qualified and authorized service personnel may access the internal com-
ponents of the instrument for service and repair!
The microtome is virtually maintenance-free. To ensure a smooth operation of the
instrument over several years we recommend the following:
• Have the instrument inspected once a year by a qualified service engineer autho-
rized 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.
• Lubricate the object cylinder (5, Fig. 7.1), and knife holder (13) with the oil No. 405
from time to time.
9. Cleaning and maintenance