6. Assembling the Microscope
The microscope components* are logically as-
sembled in this order:
• Transmitted light illumination carrier
• DIC module and DIC objective prisms
• Condenser with condenser head
• Eyepieces
• Objectives
• Transmitted light lamps
• Lamp housing mount (mirror housings)
• Incident light lamps
• Assembly of incident light turret disk
• Specimen stage
• Polarizer and analyzer
The order may be vary when using climate cham-
bers or other systems and optical accessories.
In this case, read Chapter
„6.16 Optional Accessories" → p. 58.
* depending on scope of delivery
6.1 Assembly Tools
If possible, the microscope should be assembled
and set up with the assistance of Leica sales or
service personnel.
A small number of universal screwdrivers which
are included in the scope of delivery are required
for assembly (Fig. 7).
Fig. 7
Assembly tools
1
Phillips screwdriver*
2
3 mm Allen key
3
1.5 mm centering key*
4
2 mm centering key*
5
3 mm hex key*
6
2.5 mm hex key* (short type)
7
2.5 mm hex key*
1
3
4
6. Assembly
2
5
6
2
7
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