EXC-400 MICROSCOPE SERIES
ACCU-SCOPE
®
73 Mall Drive, Commack, NY 11725 • 631-864-1000 • www.accu-scope.com
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SAFETY NOTES
IMPORTANT NOTE – HOW TO CAREFULLY MOVE YOUR MICROSCOPE
When moving the microscope, always use both hands: place one hand in the back recessed
hand grip area and the other under the front base and set the microscope down gently.
Holding any other area of the microscope while moving (i.e., the stage, knobs, eyepieces or
head), will cause damage to the microscope
.
1. Open the shipping carton carefully to prevent
any accessory, i.e. objectives or eyepieces, from
dropping and being damaged.
2. Do not discard the molded foam container; the
container should be retained should the
microscope ever require reshipment.
3. Keep the instrument out of direct sunlight, high
temperature or humidity, and dusty
environments. Ensure the microscope is located
on a smooth, level and firm surface.
4. If any specimen solutions or other liquids splash
onto the stage, objective or any other
component, disconnect the power cord
immediately and wipe up the spillage.
Otherwise, the instrument may be damaged.
5. All electrical connectors (power cord) should be
inserted into an electrical surge suppressor to
prevent damage due to voltage fluctuations.
6. For safety when replacing the LED bulb or fuse,
be sure the main switch is off (“O”), remove the
power cord, and replace the LED bulb after the
bulb and the lamp house has completely cooled.
7. Confirm that the input voltage indicated on your
microscope corresponds to your line voltage.
The use of a different input voltage other than
indicated will cause severe damage to the
microscope.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
1. Do not attempt to disassemble any component
including eyepieces, objectives or focusing
assembly.
2. Keep the instrument clean; remove dirt and
debris regularly. Accumulated dirt on metal
surfaces should be cleaned with a damp cloth.
More persistent dirt should be removed using a
mild soap solution. Do not use organic solvents
for cleansing.
3. The outer surface of the optics should be
inspected and cleaned periodically using an air
stream from an air bulb. If dirt remains on the
optical surface, use a soft cloth or cotton swab
dampened with a lens cleaning solution
(available at camera stores). All optical lenses
should be swabbed using a circular motion. A
small amount of absorbent cotton wound on the
end of a tapered stick such as cotton swabs or
Q-tips, makes a useful tool for cleaning
recessed optical surfaces. Avoid using an
excessive amount of solvents as this may cause
problems with optical coatings or cemented
optics or the flowing solvent may pick up grease
making cleaning more difficult. Oil immersion
objectives should be cleaned immediately after
use by removing the oil with lens tissue or a
clean, soft cloth.
4. Store the instrument in a cool, dry environment.
Cover the microscope with the dust cover when
not in use.
5. ACCU-SCOPE
®
microscopes are precision
instruments which require periodic preventative
maintenance to maintain proper performance
and to compensate for normal wear. An annual
schedule of preventative maintenance by
qualified personnel is highly recommended.
Your authorized ACCU-SCOPE
®
distributor can
arrange for this service.
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