User Manual

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Leica ASP300 S
5. Operation
5.3.4 Retort emergency release (continued)
Fig. 72
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• Turn the retort lock further clockwise using the sin-
gle-head wrench (Fig. 73, 3) and overcome the stop
(breaking the retaining pin at the predetermined
breaking point).
1
Ensure that the single-head wrench is seated securely on the
retort lock.
• Turn the retort lock clockwise to the stop at approximately 45 °
(Fig. 72, 1) and release.
• Put the single-head wrench in place below the retort lock (Fig. 73, 2).
The instrument can no longer be operated
after the retort has been unlocked using
the mechanical emergency unlock. Notify a
responsible Leica service technician!
• Once the stop has been overcome, the retort can be
opened (Fig. 74, 4) and the samples can be removed
and secured.
Notice! A large amount of force is needed to
do this. Caution! Risk of injury.
Fig. 74
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3
Approx. 45°
4
Aside from this, the system is also equipped with a mechanical emergency unlock (a predeter-
mined breaking point in the retort lock).
Mechanical emergency unlock
If the retort cannot be opened while in a powered-down state,
the stop can be overcome and the retort can be unlocked using
the single-head wrench (14 0330 50891) included in the delivery
package. Keep the single-head wrench near the instrument!
Approx. 45°
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2
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Fig. 73