Leica Biosystems CM1950 - Manual (Page 12)

12 Instructions for Use V 1.5 RevF - 08/2014
2. Safety and Design
The consistent use of these safety features and strict observation of the warnings and cautions in
these Instructions for Use will safeguard the operator from accidents and/or personal injury to a
great extent.
Microtome knives
2.5 Safety devices
The Instructions for Use include important instructions and information related to the operating
safety and maintenance of the instrument.
These Instructions for Use are an important part of the product, and must be read carefully
before startup and use and must always be kept near the instrument.
If additional requirements on accident prevention and environmental protection apply in the
country of operation, these Instructions for Use must be supplemented by appropriate instruc-
tions to ensure compliance with such requirements.
The instrument is equipped with the following safety devices: an emergency stop switch (motor-
ized instruments only), a handwheel lock and centering system (motorized instruments only),
knife guard on the blade and knife holder, and a blade ejector.
To prevent adverse health effects from UV radiation, the UV disinfection cycle can be started
only after the sliding window has been properly closed. Closing the window activates the
corresponding safety features.
• Never try to catch a falling knife!
• Before handling the specimen or the knife, or changing the specimen, lock the handwheel
and ensure that the knife is covered by the knife guard.
• Avoid contact with cold parts of the instrument as this can cause frostbite – wear the safety
gloves supplied!
We strongly recommend using the safety gloves included with the standard delivery!
• Take care when handling microtome knives/disposable blades. The cutting edge is extremely
sharp and can cause serious injuries!
• Never leave knives and knife holders with a knife/blade mounted lying around!
• Never place a knife on a table with the cutting edge facing upward!