Leica CM1850
Cryostat
Instruction Manual
Leica CM1850 V2.2 English – 12/2003
Always keep this manual near the instrument!
Read carefully prior to operating the instrument!
INFORMATION
The information, numerical data, notes and value judgments contained in this manual represent the current state of scientific knowledge and state- of-the-art technology as we understand it following thorough investigation in this field. We are under no obligation to update the present manual periodically and on an ongoing basis according to the latest technical developments, nor to provide our customers with additional copies, updates etc. of this manual.
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© Leica Microsystems Nussloch GmbH
Leica Microsystems Nussloch GmbH
Heidelberger Str. 17 - 19
D-69226 Nussloch
Germany
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+49 (62 24) 143-0 |
Fax: |
+49 (62 24) 143-200 |
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Table of contents
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Important Information ................................................................................................................ |
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1.1 |
Symbols used in this manual and their meaning ...................................................................................... |
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Qualification of personnel ............................................................................................................................. |
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Designated use ................................................................................................................................................ |
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Instrument type: ............................................................................................................................................ |
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Safety ............................................................................................................................................ |
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Safety features .............................................................................................................................................. |
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2.1.1 |
Locking the handwheel ............................................................................................................................... |
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Knife guard ..................................................................................................................................................... |
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2.2 |
General information on instrument design and safe handling .............................................................. |
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2.3 |
Operating conditions ................................................................................................................................... |
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Cleaning and disinfection ......................................................................................................................... |
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2.6 |
Removal of the microtome ........................................................................................................................ |
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Maintenance ............................................................................................................................................... |
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Technical data .......................................................................................................................... |
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Unpacking and installation .................................................................................................... |
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Site requirements ........................................................................................................................................ |
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Transport to the desired location ........................................................................................................... |
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Standard delivery ........................................................................................................................................ |
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Handwheel assembly ................................................................................................................................. |
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Setup |
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5.1 |
Connection to mains power ..................................................................................................................... |
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5.2 |
Prior to operation ........................................................................................................................................ |
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5.3 |
Leica CM1850 - Overview .......................................................................................................................... |
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5.4 |
Mains switch and automatic mains fuse .............................................................................................. |
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Turning the instrument on ........................................................................................................................ |
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Control panel operation ........................................................................................................... |
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Control panel 1 ............................................................................................................................................ |
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Programming the desired values ............................................................................................................. |
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6.2.1 |
Setting the time ........................................................................................................................................... |
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Setting the automatic defrost time (cryochamber) ............................................................................ |
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6.2.3 Selecting the cryochamber temperature .............................................................................................. |
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6.2.4 Activation of the Peltier element (option) ............................................................................................. |
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6.2.5 Manual defrosting of the quick freeze shelf ........................................................................................ |
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6.2.6 Manual defrosting of the cryochamber ................................................................................................ |
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Display lock .................................................................................................................................................. |
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Control panel 2 - Electric coarse feed ................................................................................................... |
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Daily use of the instrument ..................................................................................................... |
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7.1 |
Specimen freezing ...................................................................................................................................... |
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7.1.1 |
Quick freeze shelf ....................................................................................................................................... |
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7.1.2 |
Stationary heat extractor (accessory)* ................................................................................................ |
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Specimen discs ........................................................................................................................................... |
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7.2.1 Inserting the specimen discs in the specimen head ......................................................................... |
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Specimen orientation ................................................................................................................................ |
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7.3 |
Sectioning .................................................................................................................................................... |
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7.3.1 |
Trimming the specimen ............................................................................................................................. |
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7.3.2 |
Section thickness setting ......................................................................................................................... |
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7.4 |
Temperaturew selection chart (in minus °C) ....................................................................................... |
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7.5 |
Defrosting ..................................................................................................................................................... |
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7.5.1 |
Automatic defrosting of the cryochamber ............................................................................................ |
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7.5.2 |
Manual defrosting of the cryochamber ................................................................................................ |
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7.5.3 |
Manual defrosting of the quick freeze shelf ........................................................................................ |
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7.6 |
Terminating work ........................................................................................................................................ |
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7.6.1 |
Terminating daily work .............................................................................................................................. |
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7.6.2 |
Shutdown for a longer period .................................................................................................................. |
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Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................ |
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8.1 |
Error messages in the display .................................................................................................................. |
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8.2 |
Temperature control button ..................................................................................................................... |
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8.3 |
Possible causes and remedies ................................................................................................................ |
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9. |
Cleaning, disinfection, maintenance .................................................................................... |
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9.1 |
Cleaning ........................................................................................................................................................ |
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9.2 |
Spray disinfection with Leica Cryofect .................................................................................................. |
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9.3 |
Maintenance ............................................................................................................................................... |
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9.3.1 |
General maintenance ................................................................................................................................ |
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9.3.2 |
Removal of the microtome ........................................................................................................................ |
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9.3.3 |
Removal of the microtome cover ............................................................................................................. |
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9.3.4 |
Reinstallation of the microtome .............................................................................................................. |
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9.3.5 |
Replacement of the fuses......................................................................................................................... |
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9.3.6 |
Replacement of the lamp .......................................................................................................................... |
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Ordering information, optional accessories........................................................................ |
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10.1 |
Ordering information .................................................................................................................................. |
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10.2 |
Optional accessories ................................................................................................................................. |
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10.2.1 |
Mobile heat extractor ................................................................................................................................ |
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10.2.2 |
Thermal block .............................................................................................................................................. |
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Warranty and service .............................................................................................................. |
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1. Important Information
1.1Symbols 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.
1.3Designated 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.
(5)Figures in brackets refer to item num-
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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.
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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.
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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.
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specimen or knife, and during breaks, always lock the handwheel! |
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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
2forth and back until the locking mechanism engages.
To unlock, push the locking pin (1) to the left from the recess at the handwheel.
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2. Safety
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 and CS are equipped with knife guards; on the knife holder CE 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!
This instrument has been built and tested in accordance with the following safety regulations on electrical measuring, control, regulating and laboratory devices:
•DIN EN 292,
•DIN EN 61010-1,
•EN 50082-1,
•EN 55011,
•IEC 1000-4
as well as according to the international quality standard,
•DIN ISO 9001.
In order to maintain this condition and to ensure safe operation, the operator must observe the instructions and warnings contained in this instruction manual.
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2. Safety
2.3Operating 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 with at least 10 cm distance from walls and furniture!
Connection to mains
•Before connecting to the mains power, please check if the local voltage complies with the power rating specified on the name plate of the instrument!
•During the compressor start-up the nominal voltage must not drop below 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.
•After transporting, wait at least 4 hours before turning the instrument on.
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.
Defrosting
•The quick freeze shelf may become hot during defrosting! Therefore, do not touch it!
2.4Operating 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!
•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)!
•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. 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 before they are replaced in the cryochamber
.2.7 Maintenance
Replacement of the fuses
•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
•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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Operating temperature range (ambient temperature): 18 °C to 40 °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 |
CM 1850 |
CM 1850 |
CM 1850-08 |
CM 1850-01 |
Mark of conformity |
CUL |
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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 |
I |
I |
I |
I |
Automatic mains fuse |
T12A T1 |
T12A T1 |
T10A T1 |
T10A T1 |
Pollution degree |
2 |
2 |
2 |
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Overvoltage installation category |
II |
II |
II |
II |
Heat emission (max.) |
1600 J/s |
1600 J/s |
1600 J/s |
1600 J/s |
Refrigeration system |
50 Hz |
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60 Hz |
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Cryochamber |
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Temperature setting range |
0 °C to -35 °C (+ 2 K / - 0 K) |
0 °C to -35 °C (+ 2 K / - 0 K) |
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Defrosting |
automatic hot gas defrosting, |
automatic hot gas defrosting, |
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temperature controlled |
temperature controlled |
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1 automatic defrost cycle/24 hours, |
1 automatic defrost cycle/24 hours, |
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temperature controlled |
temperature controlled |
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manual defrost cycle |
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manual defrost cycle |
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Refrigeration capacity |
690 W |
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690 W |
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Safety factor |
3 |
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Refrigerant |
300 g ±5g refrigerant R 404A * |
300 g ±5g refrigerant R 404A * |
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Compressor oil |
0.6 l EMKARATE RL-22S, ICI * |
0.6 l EMKARATE RL-22S, ICI * |
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Quick freeze shelf |
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Max. temperature |
-40 °C (+ 0 K / - 2 K) |
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- 40 °C (+ 0 K / - 2 K) |
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Number of quick freeze stations |
10 |
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Defrosting |
manual hot gas defrosting |
manual hot gas defrosting |
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time controlled |
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time controlled |
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Peltier element (option) |
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Max. temperature |
-60 °C (+5 K) |
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-60 °C (+5 K) |
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Number of freezing stations |
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2* |
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Defrosting |
together with quick freeze shelf |
together with quick freeze shelf |
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3. Technical data
* Refrigerant and compressor oil must only be replaced by qualified, authorized service personnel!
Microtome |
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Rotary microtome |
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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 |
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slow |
0.2 mm/s |
rapid |
0.7 mm/s |
Cryocabinet |
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Dimensions |
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Width (w/o handwheel) |
600 mm |
Width (with handwheel) |
730 mm |
Depth |
730 mm |
Height |
1140 mm |
Weight (incl. microtome, |
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approx.135 kg |
Fluorescent lamp
50 Hz version: |
Osram Dulux S 11 W/21 |
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Color: LUMILUX light white |
60 Hz version: |
Osram Dulux S 13 W/21 |
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Color: LUMILUX light white |
according to IEC-1010, UL 3101according to CECOMAF Liquid temperature 45 °C Evaporation temperature -25 °C
Please refer to section 5.2 ‘Site requirements‘!
All CM 1850 types require the following fuses:
F1: |
T0,25 |
A Fa. Schurter, Typ FST; 6,3x32 mm |
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T0,25 |
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Fa. Littlefuse, Typ 313; 6,3x32 mm |
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T0,6 A |
Fa. Schurter, Typ FST; 6,3x32 mm |
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T0,6 A |
Fa. Littlefuse, Typ 313; 6,3x32 mm |
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T1,6 A |
Fa. Schurter, Typ FST; 6,3x32 mm |
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T1,6 A |
Fa. Littlefuse, Typ 313; 6,3x32 mm |
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T6,25 |
A Fa. Schurter, Typ FST; 6,3x32 mm |
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T6,25 |
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Fa. Littlefuse, Typ 313; 6,3x32 mm |
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T4 A |
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Fa. Schurter, Typ FST; 6,3x32 mm |
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Fa. Littlefuse, Typ 313; 6,3x32 mm |
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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 excessive air humidity affect the cooling capacity of the cryostat.
High room temperatures and excessive air humidity affect the cooling capacity of the cryostat.
• Move the instrument to the installation site on its wheels (14). Please
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cabinet only at these locations (Fig. 4). |
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when tipping at a slight angle (max. 30 °). |
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• At the installation site unscrew the screws in the adjustable feet (15) |
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movement |
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using a fork wrench. |
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This is necessary to ensure stability. |
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• Align the adjustable feet to level the instrument. |
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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
It gives following variations: |
- CM1850 with Retraction ............................................. |
0471 31150 |
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- CM1850 without Retraction (only US) ..................... |
0471 31148 |
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Handwheel, assy. |
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Heat extractor, stationary |
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0471 30792 |
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Low temperature stabilizer for heat extractor, (Parking station) ................................... |
0471 30793 |
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Optional clamping lever for object head ............................................................................. |
0112 28806 |
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Specimen discs, 25mm diameter ......................................................................................... |
0416 19275 |
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Section waste tray |
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0471 30787 |
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Storage shelf, right |
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0471 30789 |
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Storage shelf, left |
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0471 30790 |
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Brush, fine |
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0183 28642 |
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Leica brush |
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0183 30751 |
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Brush shelf |
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(0398 13088 |
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Tool set: |
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- 1 Allen key, size 2.5 |
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0222 04137 |
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- 1 Allen key, size 3 |
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0222 04138 |
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- 1 Allen key with spherical head, size 4 ............................................................................. |
0222 32131 |
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- 1 Allen key, size 6 |
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0222 04141 |
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- 1 Single-head wrench, size 16 |
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0330 18595 |
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Bottle of cryostat oil, type 407, 50 ml ..................................................................................... |
0336 06098 |
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Bottle of OCT-Compound, mounting medium for cryosectioning, 125 ml ..................... |
0201 08926 |
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Instruction manual Leica CM1850 - G/E/F/S ........................................................................ |
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Compare the delivered components with the parts list and your order. |
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Should you find any discrepancies, please contact your Leica sales of- |
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fice without delay. |
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A choice of different knife holders is available for the CM 1850. |
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The knife holder is accompanied by its own separate instruction |
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manual. |
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Please contact your Leica sales office if the instruction manual |
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is missing. |
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