Leica CM 1850 User manual
Instruction Manual
Leica CM1850 V2.4 English – 10/2006
Always keep this manual near the instrument!
Read carefully prior to operating the instrument!
Leica CM1850
Cryostat
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Table of contents
1. Important Information ................................................................................................................ 6
1.1 Symbols used in this manual and their meaning ........................................................................................ 6
1.2 Qualification of personnel ...............................................................................................................................6
1.3 Designated use ................................................................................................................................................. 6
1.4 Instrument type:............................................................................................................................................. 6
2. Safety ............................................................................................................................................ 7
2.1 Safety features .............................................................................................................................................. 7
2.1.1 Locking the handwheel ................................................................................................................................ 7
2.1.2 Knife guard ..................................................................................................................................................... 8
2.2 General information on instrument design and safe handling .................................................................8
2.3 Operating conditions .................................................................................................................................... 9
2.5 Cleaning and disinfection .......................................................................................................................... 10
2.6 Removal of the microtome ......................................................................................................................... 10
2.7 Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................ 11
3. Technical data .......................................................................................................................... 12
4. Unpacking and installation ....................................................................................................14
4.1 Site requirements ........................................................................................................................................ 14
4.2 Transport to the desired location ............................................................................................................. 14
4.3 Standard delivery ........................................................................................................................................ 15
4.4 Handwheel assembly ................................................................................................................................. 16
5. Setup ........................................................................................................................................... 17
5.1 Connection to mains power ...................................................................................................................... 17
5.2 Prior to operation ........................................................................................................................................ 17
5.3 Leica CM1850 - Overview .......................................................................................................................... 18
5.4 Mains switch and automatic mains fuse ................................................................................................ 20
5.5 Turning the instrument on ......................................................................................................................... 20
6. Control panel operation .......................................................................................................... 21
6.1 Control panel 1 ............................................................................................................................................. 21
6.2 Programming the desired values ............................................................................................................. 21
6.2.1 Setting the time ............................................................................................................................................ 21
6.2.2 Setting the automatic defrost time (cryochamber) ..............................................................................22
6.2.3 Selecting the cryochamber temperature ............................................................................................... 22
6.2.4 Activation of the Peltier element .............................................................................................................. 23
6.2.5 Manual defrosting of the quick freeze shelf .......................................................................................... 23
6.2.6 Manual defrosting of the cryochamber .................................................................................................. 24
6.3 Display lock .................................................................................................................................................. 24
6.4 Control panel 2 - Electric coarse feed ..................................................................................................... 25
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7. Daily use of the instrument .................................................................................................... 26
7.1 Specimen freezing ...................................................................................................................................... 26
7.1.1 Quick freeze shelf ........................................................................................................................................ 26
7.1.2 Stationary heat extractor ........................................................................................................................... 26
7.2 Specimen discs ........................................................................................................................................... 27
7.2.1 Inserting the specimen discs in the specimen head ............................................................................ 27
7.2.2 Specimen orientation ................................................................................................................................. 27
7.3 Sectioning ..................................................................................................................................................... 28
7.3.1 Trimming the specimen ..............................................................................................................................28
7.3.2 Section thickness setting........................................................................................................................... 28
7.4 Temperaturew selection chart (in minus °C) ........................................................................................ 29
7.5 Defrosting ..................................................................................................................................................... 30
7.5.1 Automatic defrosting of the cryochamber ............................................................................................. 30
7.5.2 Manual defrosting of the cryochamber .................................................................................................. 30
7.5.3 Manual defrosting of the quick freeze shelf .......................................................................................... 31
7.6 Terminating work ........................................................................................................................................ 31
7.6.1 Terminating daily work ............................................................................................................................... 31
7.6.2 Shutdown for a longer period ................................................................................................................... 32
8. Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................................... 33
8.1 Error messages in the display................................................................................................................... 33
8.2 Temperature control button ......................................................................................................................33
8.3 Possible causes and remedies ................................................................................................................. 34
9. Cleaning, disinfection, maintenance ................................................................................... 39
9.1 Cleaning ........................................................................................................................................................ 39
9.2 Spray disinfection with Leica Cryofect ................................................................................................... 40
9.3 Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................41
9.3.1 General maintenance ................................................................................................................................. 41
9.3.2 Removal of the microtome .........................................................................................................................42
9.3.3 Removal of the microtome cover ............................................................................................................. 44
9.3.4 Reinstallation of the microtome ................................................................................................................44
9.3.5 Replacement of the fuses .......................................................................................................................... 46
9.3.6 Replacement of the lamp ........................................................................................................................... 46
10. Ordering information, optional accessories ....................................................................... 48
10.1 Ordering information ................................................................................................................................... 48
10.2 Optional accessories ..................................................................................................................................50
10.2.1 Mobile heat extractor .................................................................................................................................50
10.2.2 Thermal block .............................................................................................................................................. 50
11. Warranty and service .............................................................................................................. 51
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1. Important Information
1.1 Symbols used in this manual and
their meaning
Warnings
appear in a grey box and are marked
by a warning triangle .
Notes
i.e. important user information appears in a grey box and is marked by
an information symbol.
Figures in brackets refer to item num-
(5)
(Fig.5)
bers in drawings or to the drawings
themselves.
1.2 Qualification of personnel
The Leica CM1850 may only be operated by
trained laboratory personnel.
All laboratory personnel designated to operate the
instrument must carefully read the present instruction manual prior to starting work with the
instrument.
1.3 Designated use
The Leica CM1850 is a powerful cryostat for routine as well as research applications in biology,
medicine and industry.
The instrument has been designed for rapid
freezing and sectioning of tissue samples.
The instrument has not been designed for unattended storage of tissue material.
The instrument may only be operated within the
scope of its designated use as described above
and as per the instructions given in this manual.
Any other use of the instrument is considered
improper.
The Leica CM1850 is also suitable for IVD (in vitro
diagnostics).
1.4 Instrument type:
All information given in this instruction manual
applies only to the instrument type indicated on
the title page.
A name plate, indicating the instrument serial
number, is attached to the back of the instrument.
Fig. 1
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2.1 Safety features
2. Safety
This instruction manual includes important instructions and information related to the operating safety and maintenance of the instrument.
The instruction manual is an important part of the product. It must be read
carefully before using the instrument for the first time and must always be
kept with the instrument.
If additional requirements, which exceed the scope of this manual, are imposed by regulations and/or laws on accident prevention and environmental protection in the country of operation, appropriate instructions for compliance with such requirements must be added to this manual.
Read this instruction manual carefully before attempting to use or operate
the instrument.
The instrument and its accessory equipment incorporate the following safety
features: safety handwheel and knife guards on the knife holders.
The consistent use of these safety features and strict observation of the
warnings and cautions in this manual, will safeguard the operator from accidents and/or personal injury to a great extent.
2.1.1 Locking the handwheel
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1
For locking the handwheel rotate the handle until it is in the upper position.
Push the locking pin (1) into the recess at the handwheel. The locking position is marked by a black dot (2). If necessary, move the handwheel slightly
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
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forth and back until the locking mechanism engages.
To unlock, push the locking pin (1) to the left from the recess at the handwheel.
Prior to manipulating the knife and specimen, or changing the
specimen or knife, and during breaks, always lock the handwheel!
Only rotate the handwheel when the refrigeration system is on
and the cryochamber is cold.
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2. Safety
2.1.2 Knife guard
For every manipulation in the cryochamber, or upon changing a
specimen when the knife or disposable blade is clamped, or during breaks, cover the cutting edge with the knife guard.
The knife holders CN is equipped with knife guards; on the knife holder CE
and CE-TC the glass plate of the anti-roll guide constitutes the knife guard
(please refer to the separate instruction manual for your knife holder). Prior
to manipulating the knife and specimen, or changing the specimen or knife,
and during breaks, always lock the handwheel!
2.2 General information on instrument design and safe handling
This instrument has been built and tested in accordance with the safety
regulations for electrical measuring, control, regulating and laboratory devices.
In order to maintain this condition and to ensure safe operation, the operator must observe the instructions and warnings contained in this instruction
manual.
For current information about applicable standards, please refer to the CE
declaration of conformity on our Internet site:
www.histo-solutions.com
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2.3 Operating conditions
Transport and installation
• After transporting do not turn the instrument on for a minimum of 4 hours!
• Do not operate in rooms with explosion hazard!
• To ensure an adequate cooling capacity, the instrument must be set up
Connection to mains
• Before connecting to the mains power, please check if the local voltage
• During the compressor start-up the nominal voltage must not drop be-
• After transporting, wait at least 4 hours before turning the instrument on.
Defrosting
2. Safety
with at least 10 cm distance from walls and furniture!
complies with the power rating specified on the name plate of the instrument!
low the values specified in the ‘Technical data‘!
The compressor requires a start-up current between 45 and 50 A.
Therefore, the electric circuit at the place of installation must be inspected
by an electrical engineer to ensure that it meets the requirements for a
smooth operation of the instrument.
A constant adequate power supply to the instrument must be ensured at
all times.
Failure to comply with the above will cause severe damage to the instrument.
This waiting period is necessary to allow the compressor oil, which may
have been displaced during transport, to return to its original position.
Failure to comply with this can cause severe damage to the instrument.
• The quick freeze shelf may become hot during defrosting!
Therefore, do not touch it!
2.4 Operating the instrument
• Take care when handling microtome knives and disposable blades. The
cutting edge is extremely sharp and can cause severe injury!
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2. Safety
• Never leave knives and knife holders with a knife/blade mounted lying
around!
• Do not place a knife on a table with the cutting edge facing upward!
• Never try to catch a falling knife!
• Always clamp the specimen before the knife!
• Prior to manipulating the knife and specimen, or changing the specimen
or knife, and during breaks, always lock the handwheel and cover the
cutting edge with the knife guard!
• Avoid contact with cold parts of the instrument as this can cause frostbite!
• To make sure that the condensation water stemming from the defrost
cycles drains into the waste container and to avoid the risk of possible
contaminations, ensure that the tap of the waste container (2, Fig. 31.1) is
open when operating the instrument. Only shut the tap when draining
the waste container!
2.5 Cleaning and disinfection
• It is not necessary to remove the microtome for routinely disinfecting the
cryochamber.
The instrument is appropriate for spray disinfection with Leica Cryofect!
• Do not use organic solvents or any other aggressive substances for cleaning and disinfection!
Only use the cleaning agents and disinfectants specified in this instruction manual such as Leica Cryofect (alcohol or common disinfectants
based on alcohol)!
2.6 Removal of the microtome
• Prior to removing the microtome, turn the instrument off with the mains
switch and pull the mains plug.
• Prior to removing the microtome, bring the specimen head to the lower
position with the handwheel.
Otherwise the specimen head would rapidly fall down and might injure
the operator‘s hands, when taking out the microtome.
• Wear appropriate protective gloves to take the cold microtome out of
the cryochamber.
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.2.7 Maintenance
Replacement of the fuses
2. Safety
Extended skin contact with cold parts of the instrument may cause frost
bite!
• The microtome must be entirely dry before reinstallation. Humidity inside
will condense and freeze in the cold cryostat and thus cause malfunctions or damage.
• Do not use external heaters for drying the cryochamber. This can cause
damage to the cooling system!
• All components removed from the cryostat must be carefully dried be-
fore they are replaced in the cryochamber
• Turn the instrument off with the automatic mains fuse and pull the mains
plug, before replacing the fuses.
• Only use fuses of the same specification! For the required values, please
refer to Chapter 3 ‘Technical data‘.
The use of fuses other than specified by the manufacturer may cause
severe damage to the instrument!
Replacement of the lamp
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• Turn the instrument off with the automatic mains fuse and pull the mains
plug, before replacing the lamp.
• If the lamp is broken, it must be replaced by the technical service, as the
replacement involves a high risk of injury.
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3. Technical data
Operating temperature range (ambient temperature): 18 °C to 35 °C.
All specifications related to temperature are valid only up to an ambient temperature of 22 °C
and an air humidity lower than 60 %!
Type CM1850 CM1850 CM1850-08 CM1850-01
Mark of conformity CUL - - VDE
Nominal voltage (±10%) 120 V AC 220 V AC 230 V AC 240 V AC
Nominal frequency 60 Hz 60 Hz 50 Hz 50 Hz
Power draw 1600 VA 1600 VA 1600 VA 1600 VA
Max. start-up current for 5 sec 45A eff. 45A eff. 45A eff. 45A eff.
Protective class IIII
Automatic mains fuse T12A T1 T12A T1 T10A T1 T10A T1
Pollution degree
Overvoltage installation category
Heat emission (max.) 1600 J/s 1600 J/s 1600 J/s 1600 J/s
① according to IEC-1010, UL 3101
Refrigeration system 50 Hz 60 Hz
Cryochamber
Temperature setting range 0 °C to -35 °C (+ 2 K / - 0 K) 0 °C to -35 °C (+ 2 K / - 0 K)
Defrosting automatic hot gas defrosting, automatic hot gas defrosting,
Refrigeration capacity ② 690 W 690 W
Safety factor 3 3
Refrigerant 300 g ±5g refrigerant R 404A * 300 g ±5g refrigerant R 404A *
Compressor oil 0.6 l EMKARATE RL-22S, ICI * 0.6 l EMKARATE RL-22S, ICI *
①
2222
II II II II
temperature controlled temperature controlled
1 automatic defrost cycle/24 hours, 1 automatic defrost cycle/24 hours,
temperature controlled temperature controlled
manual defrost cycle manual defrost cycle
Quick freeze shelf
Max. temperature -40 °C (+ 0 K / - 2 K) - 40 °C (+ 0 K / - 2 K)
Number of quick freeze stations 10 10
Defrosting manual hot gas defrosting manual hot gas defrosting
time controlled time controlled
Peltier element
Max. temperature -60 °C (+5 K) -60 °C (+5 K)
Number of freezing stations 2 2*
Defrosting together with quick freeze shelf together with quick freeze shelf
②
according to CECOMAF Liquid temperature 45°C, evaporation temperature -25°C
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3. Technical data
* Refrigerant and compressor oil must only be replaced by qualified, authorized service personnel!
Microtome
Rotary microtome
Section thickness setting 1 - 60 μm
Specimen feed 25 mm
Vertical stroke 59 mm
Maximum specimen size 55 x 55 mm
Specimen orientation 8° (x-, y-, z-Achse)
Electric coarse feed
slow 200 μm/s
rapid 700 μm/s
Cryocabinet
Dimensions
Width (w/o handwheel) 600 mm
Width (with handwheel) 730 mm
Depth 730 mm
Height 1140 mm
Weight (incl. microtome,
without specimen cooling) approx.135 kg
Fluorescent lamp
50 Hz version: Osram Dulux S 11 W/21
Color: LUMILUX light white
60 Hz version: Osram Dulux S 13 W/21
Color: LUMILUX light white
➀ according to IEC-1010, UL 3101
➁ according to CECOMAF
Liquid temperature 45°C
Evaporation temperature -25°C
Please refer to section 5.2 ‘Site requirements‘!
Storage conditions
Temperature: 5 - 55 °C
Relative humidity: <85 %, non-condensing
All CM 1850 types require the following fuses:
F1: T0,25 A Fa. Schurter, Typ FST; 6,3x32 mm or T0,25 A Fa. Littlefuse, Typ 313; 6,3x32 mm
F2: T0,6 A Fa. Schurter, Typ FST; 6,3x 32 mm or T0,6 A Fa. Littlefuse, Typ 313; 6,3x32 mm
F3: T1,6 A Fa. Schurter, Typ FST; 6,3x 32 mm or T1,6 A Fa. Littlefuse, Typ 313; 6,3x32 mm
F4: T6,25 A Fa. Schurter, Typ FST; 6,3x32 mm or T6,25 A Fa. Littlefuse, Typ 313; 6,3x32 mm
F5: T4 A Fa. Schurter, Typ FST; 6,3x32 mm or T4 Fa. Littlefuse, Typ 313; 6,3x32 mm
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4. Unpacking and installation
4.1 Site requirements
Do not operate in rooms with explosion hazard!To ensure an adequate cooling capacity, the instrument must be set up with at
least 10 cm distance from walls and furniture.
• The place of installation must meet the following requirements:
– no direct sunlight,
– mains power socket at a distance no greater than approximately 1.5
m,
– no drafts (air condition outlets, etc.) directly over the instrument,
– even floor,
– mainly vibration-free floor,
– obstruction-free access to the handwheel,
– room temperature max. 35 °C,
– Air humidity must not exceed 60 % High room temperatures and ex-
cessive air humidity affect the cooling capacity of the cryostat.
High room temperatures and excessive air humidity affect the
cooling capacity of the cryostat.
4.2 Transport to the desired location
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Fig. 4
Lengthwise
movement
15
Sideways
movement
14
• Move the instrument to the installation site on its wheels (14). Please
note the areas which are reinforced for tarnsporting and grip the cabinet
Tilt
only at these locations (Fig. 4).
• The adjustable feet (15) can support the weight of the instrument when
tipping at a slight angle (max. 30 °).
• At the installation site unscrew the screws in the adjustable feet (15)
using a fork wrench.
This is necessary to ensure stability.
• Align the adjustable feet to level the instrument.
The instrument must be transported in an upright position only.
When the instrument is tilted, the compressor oil is displaced.
Do not grip the cabinet at the lid. Grip the cabinet only at the
marked locations ( ).
The alignment of the adjustable feet is necessary to ensure an unobstructed drain of the quick freeze shelf defrosting water.
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4. Unpacking and installation
4.3 Standard delivery
It gives following variations: - CM1850 with Retraction, different voltages
- CM1850 without Retraction (only US)......................... 0471 31148
1 Handwheel, assy. ................................................................................ 0416 18478
1 Heat extractor, stationary .................................................................. 0471 30792
1 Low temperature stabilizer for heat extractor,
(Parking station) .................................................................................. 0471 30793
1 Set of specimen discs ........................................................................ 0470 43550
- 4 specimen discs, 25 mm ................................................................. 0416 19275
- 4 specimen discs, 30 mm ................................................................. 0370 08587
1 Section waste tray .............................................................................. 0471 30787
1 Storage shelf, right.............................................................................. 0471 30789
1 Storage shelf, left ................................................................................ 0471 30790
1 Brush shelf ........................................................................................... 0398 13088
1 toolkit: .................................................................................................... 0436 43463
- 1 brush, fine ....................................................................................... 0183 28642
- 1 Leica-brush .................................................................................... 0183 30751
- 1 Allen key, no. 1.5............................................................................. 0222 10050
- 1 Allen key, no. 2.5............................................................................. 0222 04137
- 1 Allen key, no. 3.0............................................................................. 0222 04138
- 1 Allen key, no. 4.0............................................................................. 0222 04139
- 1 Allen key with spherical head, no. 4.0 ....................................... 0222 32131
- 1 Allen key, no. 5................................................................................ 0222 04140
- 1 Allen key with handle, no. 5.......................................................... 0194 04760
- 1 Allen key, no. 6................................................................................ 0022 04141
- 1 Single-head wrench, no. 13 ......................................................... 0330 33149
- 1 Single-head wrench, no. 16 ......................................................... 0330 18595
1 Bottle of cryostat oil, type 407, 50 ml ................................................ 0336 06098
1 Bottle of OCT-Compound, mounting medium
for cryosectioning, 125 ml .................................................................. 0201 08926
1 Instruction manual Leica CM1850 - G/E/F/S.................................... 0708 37106
Compare the delivered components with the parts list and your order.
Should you find any discrepancies, please contact your Leica sales office
without delay.
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A choice of different knife holders is available for the CM 1850. The
knife holder is accompanied by its own separate instruction manual.
Please contact your Leica sales office if the instr. manual is missing.
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4.4 Handwheel assembly
1
2
• Insert the pin (1) of the handwheel shaft in to
the hole (2) of the handwheel.
Fig. 5
3
4
5
• Mount the spring washer (3) on the screw (4)
as shown in Fig. 16.
• Tighten the screw (4) with an Allen key (5 mm).
• Attach the cover disc (5) (self-adhesive).
To dismount, proceed in reverse order.
The handwheel including the fixing components are packed in the
cardboard box for the accessories.The handwheel can be dismounted for transporting (e.g. narrow doors).
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