Leica Biosystems RM2245 - Manual (Page 9)

7 Leica RM2245
2. Safety
Warnings - Safety notes on the instrument itself
Warnings - Transport and installation
Personal safety precautions
• Safety notes on the instrument itself, which are marked with a warning triangle, indicate
that the correct operating instructions (as defined in these Instructions for Use) must be fol-
lowed when operating or replacing the item marked.
• Failure to adhere to these instructions may result in an accident, personal injury, damage to
the instrument or accessory equipment.
• When working with microtomes, personal safety precautions must always be taken. It is
mandatory to wear work safety shoes, safety gloves, a mask and safety goggles.
• Once unpacked, the instrument may be transported only in an upright position.
• Never lift the instrument by the handwheels or the cassette clamp. Always remove the sec-
tion waste tray before transporting the instrument.
• Caution! The voltage selector has been preset at the factory.
• Before connecting the instrument to the line voltage, please check that this setting complies
with the local power requirements of your laboratory.
• The power cable inlet is closed with an adhesive tape that indicates the actual voltage set-
ting of the instrument upon arrival. Severe damage can be caused to the instrument if the
voltage selector is set to an incorrect voltage!
• When changing the voltage selector setting, ensure that the instrument is not connected to
the line voltage!
• The instrument must be connected to mains only with one of the supplied power cords and
only to grounded sockets.
• The instrument may not be operated in hazardous locations.
• Extreme temperature fluctuations between storage facility and setup site as well as high
humidity may cause condensation to form. If this is the case, wait at least two hours before
switching on the instrument. Failure to comply with this may cause damage to the instrument.
• The protective devices located on the instrument and the accessories must not be removed
or modified.