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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Euromex MicroBlue
The Euromex MicroBlue type microscopes are developed for use at schools and laboratories. Specific attention to
production methods resulted also in an excellent price/performance ratio
Please read this manual carefully before using this product to ensure correct and safe usage
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The contents of this manual are 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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Index
Introduction ................................................................................................................................................................................. 2
Index ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Models ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 5
Components of the microscope .................................................................................................................................................... 6
Preparing the MicroBlue microscope for use ................................................................................................................................ 6
Assembling Steps ............................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Operation .................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Setting up the illumination: ................................................................................................................................................................ 8
Place the specimen slide .................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Focusing and slide protection ............................................................................................................................................................. 9
Eyepieces ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 9
1. The interpupillary distance ........................................................................................................................................................ 9
2. The correct eye point ................................................................................................................................................................. 9
3. Adjusting the diopter ............................................................................................................................................................... 10
Abbe condenser ................................................................................................................................................................................ 10
Use of the S100x oil-immersion objective ........................................................................................................................................ 10
Safety device .................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Illumination MicroBlue serie ............................................................................................................................................................ 11
Maintenance and cleaning ......................................................................................................................................................... 11
Cleaning the optics ........................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Maintenance of the stand ................................................................................................................................................................ 12
Changing the batteries of the MicroBlue ......................................................................................................................................... 12
Digital models and cameras ....................................................................................................................................................... 13
Accessories and spare parts ....................................................................................................................................................... 14
Notes ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 15
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