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Leica S Series 

User Manual 

26

 

Align your stereomicroscope opti-
mally. You must configure the settings 

described here precisely in order to be able to 
take full advantage of its outstanding optical 
and ergonomic advantages.

 

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Align your workstation optimally. Consider 
the height of the bench and chair.

 

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Use the whole seat surface and the back-
rest.

 

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Ensure that your lower arms are supported.

 

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When carrying out other tasks, perform 
exercises to relax and relieve muscle 
tension.

Tips for Working Ergonomically

Summary of Contents for S8 APO B

Page 1: ...Leica S Series User Manual 1 Living up to Life Leica S8 APO B User Manual...

Page 2: ...ons in whole or in part by print photocopy microfilm or other method including electronic systems is not allowed without express written permission from Leica Microsystems CMS GmbH The instructions co...

Page 3: ...cturer assumes no liabil ity for damage caused by or any risks arising from using the microscope for other purposes than those for which they are intended or not using them within the speci fications...

Page 4: ...ffer other accesso ries for use in clean rooms The cleaning of glass surfaces and objec tives in particular should be carried out exclusively as outlined in the brochure Cleaning of Microscope Optics...

Page 5: ...es etc Please read the User Manual and the safety instructions from the supplier Before installing operating or using the instru ments read the user manuals listed above In particular please follow al...

Page 6: ...uments Danger due to hot surface This symbol warns against touching hot surfaces e g those of light bulbs Important information This symbol indicates additional infor mation or explanations that are i...

Page 7: ...ts and accessories described in thisUserManualhavebeentestedforsafetyand potential hazards The responsible Leica affiliate must be consulted whenever the instrument is altered modified or used in conj...

Page 8: ...e original packaging for shipping or transporting the individual modules of the Leica M stereomicroscopy series and the accessory components In order to prevent damage from vibrations disassemble all...

Page 9: ...uscles of the user Depending on the dura tion of uninterrupted work asthenopia and musculoskeletal problems may occur For this reason appropriate measures for reduction of the workload must be taken O...

Page 10: ...n setting up the instruments If it is specified that two or more people are required for setup compli ance with this is mandatory Never spill any liquids on electrical instru ments This could cause th...

Page 11: ...the Leica S8 APO B 25 Tips for Working Ergonomically 26 Using the Eyepieces 27 The Correct Interpupillary Distance 28 Focusing 29 Changing Magnification Zooming 30 Limiting Zoom Range 31 Limiting Zoom...

Page 12: ...s User Manual 12 Technical Data Technical Data 45 Leica TL ST Transmitted Light Base 46 Appendix Calculating the Total Magnification Field of View Diameter 48 Troubleshooting 49 Care Maintenance Conta...

Page 13: ...Leica S Series User Manual 13 Leica S8 APO B...

Page 14: ...n a precise sharp display of your microscopic specimens at both large working distances and large fields of view from the complete image down to the finest enlarged detail Though the reliability and r...

Page 15: ...m corrected center of the objec tive is used for the image This provides supe rior optical performance with large level and undistorted fields of view and chromatically optimized high contrast images...

Page 16: ...assembled and commissioned by your Leica consultant click here to skip through the installation instructions and go directly to the Quick Start Guide on page 24 If on the other hand you are assemblin...

Page 17: ...Leica S Series User Manual 17 Assembly...

Page 18: ...p surface Refer also to the separately provided User Manual for the TL ST transmitted light base Focusing drive and column Never unscrew the 3 screws on the right side of the focusing column 1 Unscrew...

Page 19: ...t in the desired position with the clamping screw Additional objective optional 1 Screw the desired objective counterclock wise into the optics carrier Protective objective glass optional 1 Screwtheob...

Page 20: ...cule before you set the eyepiece in place Available graticules The following graticules and stage micrometers for calibrating may be ordered Graticule 10 mm 0 1 mm Graticule 5 mm 0 1 mm Graticule 5 mm...

Page 21: ...d The scale must not appear reversed 2 Remove the insert from the bottom of the eyepiece and place it on the bench with the knurled side down 3 Hold the graticule by the edges to avoid leaving fingerp...

Page 22: ...StereoZoom Leica S8 APO B with two adjustable eyepieces Inserting the eyepieces 1 Push the eyepieces as far as they will go into the tubes 2 Check that the eyepieces are seated firmly and precisely in...

Page 23: ...ive for more details Installing the camera 1 Remove the protective dust cover from the video projection lens C mount adapter and the microscope camera 2 Screw the camera into the video projection lens...

Page 24: ...Leica S Series User Manual 24 Quick Start Guide...

Page 25: ...fication changer right drive knob with magnification scale 4 Fixing screw for optics carrier in the microscope carrier 5 TL3000 ST transmitted light base 6 Focusing drive 7 Stop for zoom limit 8 C mou...

Page 26: ...take full advantage of its outstanding optical and ergonomic advantages Align your workstation optimally Consider the height of the bench and chair Use the whole seat surface and the back rest Ensure...

Page 27: ...er the parfocality requires a personal dioptric correction for the user Dioptric correction In order to parfocally match the stereomi croscope at least one eyepiece with dioptric correction is necessa...

Page 28: ...become automatic Reference values The interpupillary distance can be set between 55 and 75 mm An exit pupil distance is the distance between eye and eyepiece With the 10 23B wide field eyepiece for e...

Page 29: ...tive The focusing drive can be operated either left or right handed Focusing 1 Align the specimen under the objective 2 Set the lowest magnification level At the lowest magnification the desired speci...

Page 30: ...can be operated with the left and the right hand The image scale is shown on the right drive knob The basis for the calculation of the total magnification and the field of view can be found on page 48...

Page 31: ...he following exam ple shows the limit to the range between 1 to 3 2 Defining the lower limit 1 Loosen the Allen screws on the left drive knob with the Allen key provided 2 Turn the right drive knob to...

Page 32: ...rive knob until it touches the built in zoom stop 4 Carefully tighten the Allen screw Defining the upper limit stop 1 Loosen the Allen screws on the right drive knob with the Allen key provided 2 Turn...

Page 33: ...end to slide downwards The resistance can be adjusted individually depending on the equipment weight and personal preferences as follows 1 Grip the outer drive knobs with both hands and turn them towa...

Page 34: ...ide ways in the microscope carrier if the user wants to work from the side Changing position 1 Unscrew the clamping screw 2 Turn the optics carrier laterally to the desired position 3 Carefully tighte...

Page 35: ...d only if you want to view a specimen detail that is located higher or lower Use this advantage as often as possible it is not available on all stereomicroscopes The diopters can be set between 5 and...

Page 36: ...in the direction until this eye sees the specimen sharply 12 Repeat steps 10 and 11 with the other eye Continued on next page 6 Set the highest magnification level 7 Optimize the focusing with the foc...

Page 37: ...nification level 2 Observe the specimen if necessary refocus it slightly 3 Change from the highest to the lowest magnification The sharpness should be constant parfocal If this is not the case repeat...

Page 38: ...Controller for light intensity 4 Adjustment for path folding mirror Rear side of the transmitted light base TL ST 1 Screws for changing the halogen lamp 2 Power connection socket 3 Main power switch...

Page 39: ...ved The mirror is kept in the correct position at all times and permits smooth changeover between bright field and opaque transmitted light Bright field Bright field is suitable for examining translu...

Page 40: ...s with your bare fingers this drastically reduces the service life of the lamp Changing lamps 1 Unscrew the two screws on the cooling unit and pull the cooling unit out along with the lamp 2 Carefully...

Page 41: ...ing and the framing are done with the left eyepiece video photo beam path Flat specimens are sometimes blurry on the left and right edge of the image This blurring is based on laws of optics and does...

Page 42: ...Leica S Series User Manual 42 Dimensional Drawings in mm...

Page 43: ...ted Light Illumination 207 107 25 116 75 351 3 8 22 278 58 76 144 104 113 148 205 278 205 171 207 107 25 116 75 351 3 8 22 65 223 278 58 76 144 104 113 148 205 220 278 205 171 207 107 25 116 75 351 3...

Page 44: ...Leica S Series User Manual 44 Technical Data...

Page 45: ...100 V Magnification basic configuration 10 80 Maximum resolution 600 lp mm Maximum numerical aperture 0 2 Working distance basic config 75 mm Object field diameter 23 mm Adjustable zoom limits 2 Vide...

Page 46: ...ent temperature 10 40 C Connections Power plug Weight 7 4 kg Illumination modes Bright field Yes Dark field Yes single sided Oblique light No Relief Contrast System RC No CCIC Constant Color Intensity...

Page 47: ...Leica S Series User Manual 47 Appendix...

Page 48: ...ification changer position NFOV Field number of the eyepiece Field numbers are printed on the eyepieces 10 23 16 16 20 12 10 23B 16 14B 25 9 5B 40 6B Example MO Additional objective 1 6 ME 20 12 eyepi...

Page 49: ...ed devices always first check Is the voltage selector set correctly Is the main power switch switched on Is the power cable connected correctly Are all connecting cables attached correctly Are the fus...

Page 50: ...ing from careless or improper handling EC Declaration of Conformity To download the EC Declaration of Conformity use this link http www leica microsystems com products stereo microscopes macroscopes r...

Page 51: ...onents Some components are made of polymer or are polymer coated They are therefore pleasant and convenient to handle The use of unsuit able cleaning agents and techniques can damage polymers Permitte...

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