Leica Biosystems CM1950 - Manual (Page 7)

7 Leica CM1950 – Cryostat
1.2 Instrument type
All information given in these Instructions for
Use applies only to the instrument type indicated
on the title page. A nameplate indicating the
instrument serial number is attached to the rear
side of the instrument ( Fig. 1 is provided as an
example only and shows a valid nameplate for
this instrument with the necessary information
about instrument type and power requirement.
Precise data for the various versions is specified
in Chap. 3 "Technical Data" .
1.3 Qualification of personnel
The Leica CM1950 may be operated by trained
laboratory personnel only.
Prior to operating the instrument, the operator
must thoroughly read and understand these
Instructions for Use and must familiarize him/her-
self with all technical details of the instrument.
1.4 Intended use of the instrument
The CM1950 is a high-performance cryostat with
an encapsulated microtome and separate speci-
men cooling. It features a UV disinfection system,
an (optional) integrated extraction system for
section waste and an (optional) motor for motor-
ized sectioning.
The cryostat is designed to produce frozen
sections for biological, medical and industrial
applications.
The CM1950 is suitable for in-vitro diagnostic
(IVD) applications.
The instrument may only be operated within
the scope of its designated use as described
above and as per the instructions given in these
Instructions for Use.
Any other use of this instrument is considered
as improper operation.
1. Important Information
Fig. 1
Despite chemical and/or UV-light disin-
fection, personal safety precautionsas
per the applicable laboratory regulations
must still be taken (i.e. safety goggles,
gloves, laboratory coat and mask must
be worn).
This type of disinfection reduces the
number of germs by at least 99.99 %.