Leica M844 User manual

Leica M844
Leica M820
User manual
10 713 294 – Version I
Living up to Life

Leica M844 – Leica M820 / Ref. 10 713 294 / Version I
Thank you for purchasing a Leica surgical microscope system.
In developing our systems, we have placed great emphasis
on simple, self-explanatory operation. Nevertheless, we suggest
studying this user manual in detail in order to utilize all the
benefits of your new surgical microscope.
For valuable information about Leica Microsystems products
and services and the address of your nearest Leica representative,
please visit our website,
www.leica-microsystems.com.
Thank you for choosing our products. We hope that you will
enjoy the quality and performance of your Leica Microsystems
surgical microscope.
Leica Microsystems (Schweiz) AG
Surgical Division
CH-9435 Heerbrugg

Chapter overview
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Leica M844 – Leica M820 / Ref. 10 713 294 / Version I
Introduction 3
Operating elements 8
Preparation before operation 21
Use 38
Safety notes 48
Care and maintenance 58
What to do if...? 62
Technical data 66
This manual covers the following systems:
Leica M844 F40
Leica M844 F19
Leica M844 C40
Leica M844 CT40
Leica M820 F40
Leica M820 F19
Leica M820 C40
Leica M820 CT40

Contents
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Page
Introduction
Design and function 4
Operating elements
Stands/ceiling mounts 8
Control unit 12
Leica M844 and Leica M820 surgical microscopes 13
Leica M844 accessories 14
Leica M820 accessories 15
Beam splitter, rotatable, 50/50% 15
Leica M844 and Leica M820 accessories 16
Foot/handswitches and handles 17
Video and photo accessories for Leica M844 19
Video and photo accessories for Leica M820 20
Preparation for operation
Pre-operation checklist 21
Fitting optical accessories for Leica M844 22
Fitting optical accessories for Leica M820 23
Mounting beam splitter, rotatable 23
Adjusting optical accessories – general information 24
Adjusting optical accessories for Leica M844 25
Fitting documentation accessories 26
Selecting documentation accessories 27
Fitting the slit lamp 28
Adjusting the slit lamp 30
Wide-angle observation system 32
Stand settings (F40, C40, CT40) 33
Stand settings (F19) 34
Transport, transporting and rest positions 35
Positioning at the operating table 36
Sterile controls 37
Use
Positioning the microscope 38
Adjusting the microscope 39
Touch panel 40
Switching the microscope on 41
Selecting users 41
Editing the user list 42
Configuring users (User Settings menu) 42
StepCycle 45
Auto Reset 46
The Maintenance menu 46
The How to... menu 47
The Service menu 47
Safety notes
Intended use 48
Directions for the person responsible for the
instrument 48
User qualifications 48
Directions for the operator of the instrument 48
Dangers of use 49
Page
Manufacturer's declaration of
electromagnetic compatibility 51
Signs and labels 55
Care and maintenance
Maintenance instructions 58
Cleaning the touch panel 58
Maintenance 58
Changing fuses 59
Changing bulbs 59
Notes on reprocessing of sterilizable products 60
Instructions 60
Table: Sterilization 61
What to do if...?
General 62
Microscope 62
Control unit 64
Error messages on the control unit 64
F40 stand 64
C40 ceiling mount 64
CT40 ceiling mount 65
F19 stand 65
TV, photography 65
Technical data
Microscope 66
Lamps 66
Accessories 66
Electrical data 67
Auxiliary power socket 67
Optical data 67
Stands/ceiling mounts 68
Ambient conditions 69
Standards 69
Limitations of use 69
Dimensioning drawing (mm) Leica M844 F40 and
Leica M820 F40 70
Dimensioning drawing (mm) Leica M844 C40
and Leica M820 C40 71
Dimensioning drawing (mm) for Leica M844 CT40
and Leica M820 CT40 72
Dimensioning drawing (mm) for Leica M844 F19
and Leica M820 F19 73

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Introduction
User manual
In addition to instructions for use, this user
manual also provides important safety notes
(see the chapter entitled, "Safety notes").
Read the user manual carefully and thoroughly
before placing the product in operation.
Product identification
The model code and serial number of your product are provided
on the nameplate found on the underside of the swing arm.
Write this data into your user manual and always refer to it
when you contact us or the service workshop regarding any
questions you may have.
Model: Serial No.:
Symbols in this user manual
The symbols used in this user manual have the following
meanings:
Warning Warning regarding use hazard or
noncompliant use that can lead to serious
injury or death.
Caution Warning regarding use hazard or
noncompliant use that can lead to minor
injury, but significant article, property or
environmental damage.
Useful information that can help the user
operate the product correctly and
efficiently.
Request for action; here, you are
requested to take action.
➩

Introduction
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1 Control unit
2 Horizontal arm
3 Swing arm
4 XY unit
5 Binocular tube
6 0° assistant’s attachment (Leica M844 only)
7 Handle
8 Optics carrier
9 Tilt head
10 Column
11 Cable support
12 Base
13 Holding fixture for video control unit
14 Handle
15 Suspension device for footswitch
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Design and function
Leica M844 F40 and Leica M820 F40

Introduction
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Leica M844 F19 and Leica M820 F19
1 Control unit
2 Horizontal arm
3 Swing arm
4 XY unit
5 Binocular tube
6 0° assistant’s attachment (Leica M844 only)
7 Handle
8 Optics carrier
9 Tilt head
10 Column
11 Cable support
12 Base
13 Holding fixture for video control unit
14 Handle
15 Suspension device for footswitch

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Leica M844 C40 and Leica M820 C40
1 Control unit
2 Horizontal arm
3 Swing arm
4 XY unit
5 Binocular tube
6 0° assistant’s attachment
7 Handle
8 Optics carrier
9 Tilt head
13 Holding fixture for video control unit
16 C40 ceiling mount
17 Wall mount for control unit (optional)
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Leica M844 CT40 and Leica M820 CT40
1 Control unit
2 Horizontal arm
3 Swing arm
4 XY unit
5 Binocular tube
6 0° assistant’s attachment (Leica M844 only)
7 Handle
8 Optics carrier
9 Tilt head
13 Holding fixture for video control unit
17 Wall mount for control unit (optional)
18 CT40 ceiling mount
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Controls
Type 10448139
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Leica Microsystems (Schweiz) AG
CH-9435 Heerbrugg
LEICA M844 F40
100V -230V ~50/60Hz
400VA
2x T6.3A/250V
MODEL
25 Power supply
26 Fuse holder (2x 6.3 A, time-lag)
27 Running-time meter for the surgical microscope
28 Potential equalization socket
29 Socket for remote brake release
30 Auxiliary power outlet (max. output power 100 VA)
For requirements of use, see the Technical data, page 67.
31 Fuse holder (1 A, time-lag)
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Caution 1
Connecting unauthorized secondary devices to the
auxiliary power socket can lead to damage to the
surgical microscope and to the secondary device!
➩Never connect secondary devices to the auxiliary
power socket unless they conform to the specifica-
tions. For requirements of use, see the Technical
data, page 67.
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7 Handles
19 Power switch
20 Balancing knob
21 Swing arm stop lever
22 Footbrake release lever
23 Footbrake
24 Touch panel
Stands/ceiling mounts
F40 floor stand