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CLEANING AND SERVICING
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Lx 400
12.1 CLEANING OF OPTICAL SURFACES:
The Max lite multi-layer coating of the optical components (e.g. eyepieces objective lenses)
ensured optimum images quality.
Image quality is impaired by even slight contamination. To protect the internal optics from dust,
the system should never be left without the objective lens, binocular tube and eyepieces. After
use, cover the system to protect it from dust, Always store optical components and accessories
which are not being used in dust-free cases.
Clean the external surfaces of optical components as required.
Never spray fumigates directly on the instruments or optical surfaces.
12.2
CAUTION:
Do not use any chemical detergents or aggressive substances. These may damage the optical
surfaces.
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Remove coarse dirt (splashes or blood etc.) using distilled water to which a dash of household
dish-washing liquid has been added. Wipe the surface only with a damp,under no circumstances
with a wet cloth. Any remaining marks can be easily removed using the following aides.
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For through cleaning of optical surfaces, use the optics cleaning set or damp optics cleaning
wipes (available from specialized dealers).
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Remove minor contamination such as dust, streaks, etc. using a clean microfiber cleaning cloth
(available from specialized dealer).
12.3 CLEANING MECHANICAL SURFACES:
All mechanical surface of the equipment can be cleaned by wiping them with a damp cloth. Do
not use any aggressive or abrasive detergents.
Wipe off any residue with a mixture of 50% ethyl alcohol and 50% distilled water plus a dash of
household dish-washing liquid.
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Lx 400
Issue 1.5
Printed on April,2019
