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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MICROSCOPE
General Warnings
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WARNING —
Contains functional sharp edges and points. Choking hazard – small parts. Not for children
under three years.
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Choking hazard —
This product contains small parts that could be swallowed by children. This poses a
choking hazard.
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Risk of electric shock —
This device contains electronic components that operate via a power source
(power supply and/or batteries). Only use the device as described in the manual, otherwise you run the
risk of an electric shock.
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Risk of fire/explosion —
Do not expose the device to high temperatures. Use only the recommended
batteries. Do not short-circuit the device or batteries, or throw them into a fire. Excessive heat or improper
handling could trigger a short-circuit, a fire or an explosion.
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Risk of chemical burn —
Make sure you insert the batteries correctly. Empty or damaged batteries could
cause burns if they come into contact with the skin. If necessary, wear adequate gloves for protection.
• Use only the recommended batteries. Always replace weak or empty batteries with a new, complete
set of batteries at full capacity. Do not use batteries from different brands or with different capacities.
Remove the batteries from the unit if it is not to be used for a long period of time, or if the batteries are
empty!
• Different types of batteries or new and used batteries are not to be mixed.
• Never recharge normal, non-rechargeable batteries. This could lead to explosion during the charging
process.
• Rechargeable batteries are only to be charged under adult supervision.
• Rechargeable batteries are to be removed from the toy before being charged.
• The terminals must not be short-circuited.
• Do not disassemble the device. In the event of a defect, please contact your dealer. The dealer will
contact the Service Centre and can send the device in to be repaired, if necessary.
• Tools with sharp edges are often used when working with this device. Because there is a risk of injury
from such tools, store this device and all tools and accessories in a location that is out of the reach of
children.
• Keep instructions and packaging as they contain important information.
Parts overview
1. Eyepiece
2. Focus knob
3. Objective turret
4. Stage
5. On/off switch ( illumination)
6. Electronic light source
7. Base with battery compartment
8. Battery compartment
9. Cover plates
10. Prepared slides
11. Reservoir
12. Microscope instruments
13. Wheel with pinhole apertures
14. Smartphone holder
1. What is a microscope?
A microscope contains two lens systems: the eyepiece and the objective. We’re presenting these systems
as one lens each so that the concept is easier to understand. In reality, however, the eyepiece (1) and the
objective in the turret (3) are made up of multiple lenses.
