[Histonet] Microtome Problems

[Emily Sours]

The microtome jumping forward sounds like something isn't locking correctly
anymore--either the knife stage or the section thickness dial.
When our microtomes do that, I just try jiggling every part separately to
make sure everything is locked.

Emily

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On Fri, May 29, 2009 at 10:38 AM, Rathborne, Toni <
trathborne <@t> somerset-healthcare.com> wrote:

> Usually the service techs that come in will give a 30 day call-back period
> that is included as part of the service call. I would have them come back
> until it is working properly.
>
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> Hello All
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> I'm new to the group and histo. (3 years) so far I'm getting a lot of
> useful
> tips from all the messages.  Thank you.
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> I have two microtomes that were working almost perfectly before I had a
> technician service them.  Now, the Leica 2035 Jung biocuts' blade holder is
> twisting to the side (going up at one end).  I have tried tightening,
> slacking, and cleaning the entire assembly to no avail.  Does anyone know
> of
> where I might be able to source one or even how to fix the one I have.
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> Secondly, the Leitz 1512 rotary microtome, is now jumping forward and
> giving
> a loud clanking noise.  It takes huge chunks out of the tissue.
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> Any and all help is appreciated,
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>
> Thank you
>
> Sharon
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> Ms. Sharon Drayton
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