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11. TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Possible reasons and solutions
Lamp does not illuminate
1.
Power is not switched on.
2.
Check the power cable is firmly connected.
3.
Fuse may be blown. If so, replace fuse or contact your local
distributor.
4.
Bulb may be burnt out. If so, replace bulb or contact your local
distributor.
5.
Ensure the local power supply is compatible with the instrument.
6.
If the problem cannot be solved through the above means, please
contact your local distributor.
Flickering bulb
Bulb may not be secured in socket, insert bulb firmly into socket.
Unable to bring specimen
into focus
1.
Specimen may be too large, microscope working distance
insufficient to bring object into focus.
2.
Governor rings (tension adjustment rings) may be too loose causing
the microscope body to slide downwards.
3.
Lens may be dirty. If so, wipe clean. For specific cleaning
instructions see the Microscope Maintenance and Care section of
this
manual.
Low definition or unclear
image
1.
Unable to bring specimen into focus, see section above for possible
reasons
and
solutions.
2.
Objective lens may be dirty. If so, wipe clean. For specific cleaning
instructions see the Microscope Maintenance and Care section of
this
manual.
3.
Eyepiece may be dirty. If so, wipe clean. For specific cleaning
instructions see the Microscope Maintenance and Care section of
this
manual.
NOTE
：
If a problem is encountered while using the GM-161/ GM-171 and none of the measures outlined
above are able to solve the problem, please contact the Motic representative nearest you as we
are more than happy to provide you with any assistance you may require. Please note that
attempting to disassemble the microscope on your own may lead to further damage and voidance
of the warranty.
Users please be advised: Motic reserves the right to make changes to its products, as it deems
necessary. As a result, the content of this user manual may not entirely reflect the specific
characteristics of the current product.
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