Introduction; Unpacking And Assembly; Using The Microscope - Optica B-20 Manual De Instrucciones

2.0 InTROdUCIOn
This microscope is a scientific precision instrument designed to last for many years with a minimum of main-
tenance. It is built to high optical and mechanical standards and to withstand daily use.
Optika reminds you that this manual contains important information on safety and maintenance, and that it
must therefore be made accessible to the instrument users.
Optika declines any responsibility deriving from instrument uses that do not comply with this manual.

3.0 UnPACKInG And ASSEMBLY

3.1 The microscope is housed in a moulded styrofoam container. remove the tape from the edge of the
container and lift the top half of the container. Take some care to avoid that the optical items (objec-
tives and eyepieces) fall out and get damaged. lift the microscope from the container and put it on a
stable desk.
3.2
Insert the eyepiece into the eye tube.
Connect the mains plug into the socket at the base
Make sure, before you turn the illumination on, that the voltage selector is set to the mains voltage for
your region.
The power cord should be used only on network sockets equipped with adequate grounding.
Contact a technician to check the state of your electrical system. If there is no need to install additional
accessories, the instrument is now ready for use. Once positioned and installed with the necessary
components, the microscope is ready to be used. your microscope is a laboratory instrument desi-
gned to last. handle it always carefully and avoid abrupt vibrations or shocks. Always disconnect the
power cable from the microscope when not in use for long time, while you clean it or when you perform
any maintenance.
AVOId dISASSEMBLInG THE InSTRUMEnT
do not disassemble the instrument. This entails the cancellation of the warranty and may cause
malfunction.

4.0 USInG THE MICROSCOPE

4.1 Place the specimen on the stage
Turn the observation head to a comfortable position for observation. lock the specimen slide on the
mechanical stage using the slide clip. Ensure that the specimen is centred over the stage opening by
adjusting the coaxial knobs of the stage.
4.2 Lamp settings
The microscope is fitted with white lEd illuminator. Before turning on the light, read the section 5.
about electrical safety precautions. Insert the plug of the cable into the power socket and turn on the
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