Leica Biosystems RM2245 - Manual (Page 48)

46 Instructions for Use V 1.9 RevC - 06/2013
6. Optional Accessories
6.3 Knife holder base and knife holder
Repositioning the knife holder base
The one-piece knife holder base (rigid) (51) can be
moved forwards and backwards on the microtome
base plate.
This vertical displacement allows bringing the
knife holder into the optimal cutting position in
relation to the specimen.
• To release, rotate the clamping lever (50) on
the right side of the microtome base plate
counterclockwise.
• Reposition the knife holder together with the
knife holder base forward or backward as
appropriate.
• Secure the clamping mechanism by rotating
the lever (50) clockwise.
The plastic handles of all clamping levers on the
instrument and knife holders can be turned to the
position that is most convenient for each user.
Pull the grip (94) out of the lever, hold it in this
position, and rotate it to the desired position. It
will then lock automatically when released.
6.3.1 Knife holder base, without lateral
displacement feature
51
50
94
Fig. 40
Fig. 39