Section 5 Operating Instructions
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5.5 Pivot Adjustment
Adjusts the amount of effort required to rotate the spring arm and extension arm from side to side. Push in the
pivot knob until it pops out. Turn the pivot adjustment knob to the right to tighten the tension or turn to the left to
loosen the tension.
See Figure 5-4
5.6 Roll Angle Adjustment
Adjusts the amount of tension required to rotate the microscope right or left. It can be adjusted by tightening or
loosening the roll angle adjustment knob. This knob is located at the rear of the coupler arm.
See Figure 5-5
5.7 Pitch Angle Adjustment
Adjusts the amount of tension required to rotate the microscope forward or backward. It is adjusted by
tightening or loosening the pitch angle adjustment knob. This knob is located on the right side of the
microscope body.
See Figure 5-5
5.8 Floorstand Locking Casters
To secure the support system after it is rolled to its desired location, engage the locks on the casters. The lock
is pushed down to obstruct regular wheel movement. This fixes the support system into a desired place. You
can pull up the caster lock to release the wheel and move the support system, if necessary.
See Figure 5-2
5.9 Microscope Maneuvering Handles
Maneuvering handles can be adjusted to user’s preferred position. To change the position of the maneuvering
handles, depress the handles in towards the body of the microscope. While depressing the handles, position
the handles to a position comfortable for your purposes and then release the handles. The handles will lock
into place.
See Figure 5-5
Figure 5-4 Pivot Adjustment
Extension Arm
Spring Arm
Turn collar to adjust the
tension of the coupler arm
Push in the knob
and turn to adjust
the tension of the
horizontal arm
Push in the knob
and turn to adjust
the tension of the
spring arm
Push in the knob
and turn to adjust
the tension of the
extension arm
Horizontal Arm
