Leica Biosystems RM2255 - Manual (Page 64)

62 Instructions for Use, V 1.8 RevC – 07/2013
2. Attach vertical column
• Insert the cap screw (b) into the hole of the
baseplate from below. Place the lock washer
(c) on the cap screw from above.
• Thread the silver vertical column (2) onto the
baseplate from above and tighten with the
Allen key size 8.
A
3. Attach horizontal arm
• Slide the support ring (e) onto the vertical
column and position it so that the lock nut (f)
is facing to the back. Tighten the lock nut.
• Slide the cross-member (d) onto the column.
Ensure that the lock screw (g) is facing to the
right of the baseplate. The horizontal arm must
be centered over the microscope.
• Slide the horizontal arm (3), flat side facing the
lock screw (g), into the cross-member (d) and
tighten.
Fig. 63
Fig. 62
Fig. 61
b
c
2
e
d 2
g
f
h
For more information on connecting and
using the microscope, magnifying lens
or cold-light source, please see the ap-
propriate Instructions for Use.
Extreme danger of tipping! After install-
ing the vertical column, immediately
place the microtome onto the baseplate
so that the front feet of the microtome
are positioned in the shallow recesses
(A).
The lock washer must be positioned
between the baseplate and vertical col-
umn to prevent unintentional turning of
the column.
6. Optional Accessories