Introduction ____________________________________________________________________ 2
General safety instructions ________________________________________________________ 3
Dangers associated with the operation ___________________________________________________________ 3
Photobiological safety LED, important safety instructions ____________________________________________ 3
Prevention of biological and infectious hazards ____________________________________________________ 3
Disinfection and decontamination: ______________________________________________________________ 4
Model with rechargeable batteries _______________________________________________________________ 5
Environment, storage and use ___________________________________________________________________ 5
Models _________________________________________________________________________ 6
Components of the microscope ____________________________________________________ 7
Preparing the microscope for use __________________________________________________ 8
Assembling steps _____________________________________________________________________________ 8
Operation ______________________________________________________________________ 9
Setting up the illumination _____________________________________________________________________ 9
Placing the specimen slide ______________________________________________________________________10
Focusing and slide protection ___________________________________________________________________10
Adjusting the focusing tension __________________________________________________________________10
Eyepieces ____________________________________________________________________________________10
Abbe condenser ______________________________________________________________________________11
The field (Köhler) diaphragm ____________________________________________________________________11
Adjusting the aperture diaphragm _______________________________________________________________11
Use of the S100x oil-immersion objective __________________________________________________________12
Safety device _________________________________________________________________________________12
Illumination __________________________________________________________________________________12
Maintenance and cleaning _______________________________________________________ 12
Cleaning the optics ____________________________________________________________________________12
Maintenance of the stand ______________________________________________________________________13
Changing the batteries _________________________________________________________________________13
Replacing the fuse ____________________________________________________________________________13
Accessories ____________________________________________________________________ 13
Spare Parts ____________________________________________________________________ 13
Warranty ______________________________________________________________________ 13
Contents
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Cole-Parmer MSU-200 Series compound binocular microscope. These entry-level upright
microscopes are developed for use at schools and laboratories. They offer corded and cordless battery operation for
added convenience.
Please read this manual carefully before using this product to ensure correct and safe usage:
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The content of this manual is subject to change without notice
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The appearance of the actual product can differ from the models described in this manual
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Not all equipment mentioned in this manual has to be part of the set you have purchased
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All optics are anti-fungus treated and anti-reflection coated for maximum light throughput
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