General Information
About this Instruction Manual
Please read the safety instructions in this manual carefully. To
avoid damage to the unit and the risk of injury, only use this
product as described in the manual.
Keep the instruction manual handy so that you can easily look
up information on all the functions.
DANGER!
You will find this symbol in front of every section
of text which deals with the risk of severe injury
or even death in the event of improper use.
CAREFUL!
You will find this symbol before every section of
text that deals with the risk of minor to severe
injuries resulting from improper use.
NOTE!
You will find this symbol in front of every section
of text which deals with the risk of damage to
property or the environment.
Intended Use
This product is intended only for private use.
It was developed for the magnified display of things in nature.
General Warning
DANGER!
Tools with sharp edges and points are often used
when working with this device. For this reason, store
this device and all accessories and tools in a location that is
out of the reach of children. There is a RISK OF INJURY!
DANGER!
This device contains electronic components which op-
erate via a power source (power supply and/or batter-
ies). Do not leave children unattended when using the device.
Only use the device as described in the manual, otherwise you
run the RISK of an ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DANGER!
Do not expose the device to high temperatures. Use only
the supplied power adapter. Do not short circuit the device
or batteries, or throw them into a fire. Excessive heat or improper
handling could trigger a short circuit, fires or even explosions.
DANGER!
Never bend, pinch, pull or run over the power and con-
necting cables or extensions/adapters. Protect the cables
from sharp edges and heat. Before operation, check the device,
cables and connections for damage.
Never use a damaged unit or a unit with damaged power cables,
etc. Damaged parts must be exchanged by an authorized service
centre immediately.
DANGER!
Children should only use the device under adult super-
vision. Keep packaging material (plastic bags, rubber
bands, etc.) out of the reach of children! There is a RISK OF
CHOKING!
Position your device so that it can be disconnected from the
power supply at any time. The wall socket should always be
located near the device and be easily accessible, since the
plug on the power cord serves as a disconnecting device for
the power supply.
CAREFUL!
Children must not have access to the included chem-
icals and liquids. Do not drink the chemicals. Wash
hands thoroughly with running water after use. In the event of
contact with the eyes or mouth, rinse thoroughly with water. In
the event of pain, contact a doctor immediately and take the
substances with you.
NOTE!
Do not disassemble the device. In the event of a defect,
please contact your dealer. He will contact the Service Centre
and can send the device in to be repaired, if necessary.
Do not expose the device to temperatures above 40°C.
All parts (Fig. 1-7):
B
Eypiece
C
Barlow lens 2x
D
Eyepiece holder
E
MikrOkular
F
Microscope head
G
Objective-revolver
H
Mikroskoptisch
I
Focus wheel
J
Filter wheel
1)
Electric illumination
1!
Brightness control
1@
Microscope base
1#
Slide Stage
1$
Slide Stage retaining screw
1%
Slide Stage adjustment (forwards/backwards)
1^
Slide Stage adjustment (left/right)
1&
Vernier scale
1*
Stage clips
1(
Specimen on a slide
2)
On/off switch
2!
LED status
2@
Power supply cord
Accessories (Fig. 8-10):
B
MikrOkular
C
Software CD-ROM for MikrOkular
D
5x WF Eyepiece
E
10x WF Eyepiece
F
16x WF Eyepiece
G
Barlow lens 2x
H
Aluminium accessory box
I
Power supply
J
Specimen box with prepared slides,
slides and cover glass
General/Location
Before you set up the microscope, you must choose a suitable
location.
First you must make sure that your microscope is on a stable
and solid surface.
An electricity supply is required for observation with the elec-
tric illuminator.
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