Microm HM 355 S Instruction Manual page 11

Rotary Microtome HM 355 S
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION
C A U T I O N !
The operator's safety is affected, when the instrument is not operated in accordance with this
instruction manual.
Please observe the following general precautions during operation of this instrument. Failure to
comply with these precautions violates safety standards and the intended use of the instrument.
MICROM International GmbH is not liable for misuse of the instruments and failure to comply with
basic safety requirements.
INSTRUMENT GROUNDING
To avoid injury from electrical current, the instrument must be connected with the protective earth. The
instrument is equipped with a three wire ground plug. The power outlet must be connected to the protective
earth and must meet the International Electro technical Commission (IEC) regulations.
CAUTION: MAINS VOLTAGE
Never remove instrument covers during operation. Component replacements as well as adjustments must
only be made by trained service personnel. Only use original spare parts for replacement work. Unplug the
unit before removing or opening the covers.
EMERGENCY STOP
Cutting movement can be stopped immediately by pressing one of the two emergency stop devices.
The hand emergency stop button is placed on the right upper side of the hood. It is marked with a red
operating knob. The foot emergency stop device is integrated into the foot pedal.
CARE IN USING MICROTOME KNIFE
To diminish the danger of being injured by the knife or blade, use the knife guard when adjusting specimen
and knife. If possible, the specimen should be clamped in before the knife is inserted into the knife holder.
Before changing the knife holder, always remove blade or knife! Unused knives should always be kept in a
knife case. Never place the knife with the cutting edge upwards. Never try to catch a dropping knife!! Never
check the sharpness of the cutting edge with your fingers. The cutting edge is extremely sharp!
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