Leica Biosystems RM2245 - Manual (Page 42)

40 Instructions for Use V 1.9 RevC - 06/2013
6. Optional Accessories
6.2.1 Standard specimen clamp
The standard specimen clamp is available in two
sizes: 40 x 40 mm and 50 x 55 mm.
They are designed for direct clamping of rectan-
gular blocks. In addition, they accommodate the
foil clamps.
• Turn the knurled screw (66) counterclockwise
to move the movable jaw (68) downward.
• Mount the specimen (67) as required.
• Turn the knurled screw (66) clockwise to move
the movable jaw upward against the fixed jaw
to securely clamp the sample.
6.2 Specimen clamps and holders
66
68
67
All specimen clamps available as accessories can be integrated into either the
directional or non-directional specimen holder fixture.
When clamping cassettes, make sure
that they are not clamped too tightly,
since the cassette bodies can bend
and result in sections that are too
thick or thin, or the entire specimen
may fall out and become damaged.
Fig. 32