CARE AND CLEANING
The SILVER3H Series microscope is designed to function with minimal maintenance, but
certain components should be cleaned frequently to ensure ease of viewing. The microscope’s
illumination should be turned off when the microscope is not in use to prolong electrical
component life.
CAUTION
Objectives should never be disassembled by the user. If repairs or internal cleaning should
be necessary, this should only be done by qualified, authorized microscope technician. The
finish of the microscope is hard epoxy and is resistant to acids and reagents. Clean this
surface with a damp cloth and mild detergent.
CLEANING
The front lens of the objectives should be cleaned periodically. First brush with a soft, camel
hair brush or blown off with clean, oil-free air to remove dust particles. Then wipe gently with
a soft lens tissue, moistened with optical cleaner (eyeglass or camera lens) or clean water.
Immediately dry with a clean lens paper. The eyepiece(s) may be cleaned in the same
manner as the objectives, except in most cases optical cleaner will not be required. In most
instances breathing on the eyepiece to moisten the lens and wiping dry with a clean lens
tissue is sufficient to clean the surface. Lenses should never be wiped while dry as this will
scratch or otherwise mar the surface of the glass.
Periodically, the microscope should be disassembled, cleaned and lubricated. This should
only be done by a qualified, authorized microscope technician.
DUST COVER AND STORAGE
All microscopes should be protected from dust by a dust cover when in storage or not in use.
A dust cover is the most cost-effective microscope insurance you can buy. Ensure that the
storage space is tall enough to allow the microscope to be placed into the cabinet or onto a
shelf without making undue contact with the eyepieces. Never store microscopes in cabinets
containing chemicals which may corrode your microscope. Also, be sure that the objectives
are placed in the lowest possible position and the rotating head is turned inward and not
protruding from the base. Microscopes with mechanical stages should be adjusted toward
the center of the stage to prevent the moveable arms of the mechanical stage from being
damaged during storage in the cabinet.
SERVICE
If your microscope needs to be serviced or if parts need to be replaced, please contact Motic
customer service for more information.
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