Using The Microscope - Optika Italy B-500TiFL Manuel D'instructions

3.0 UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY
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 de-
signed 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 Adjust the observation head
Loosen the lock-screw, turn the observation head to a comfortable position for observation, and then
lock the lock-screw.
4.2 Place the specimen on the stage
Lock the specimen slide on the mechanical stage using the slide clamp. Ensure that the specimen is
centred over the stage opening by adjusting the coaxial knobs of the stage.
4.3 Epifluorescence use: Aligning the Hg lamp
- Move the filter selector of the filters block on the desired position, corresponding to an excitation
wavelength.
- Insert a specimen slide and focus with 4X objective.
- Close completely the Field Diaphragm by pulling down the lever marked "FS". You should see the
diaphragm in the field of view. Act on the pair of knobs on both sides in order to center the diaphragm.
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