Safety
Precautions
5
1. Isolate the products from the power source during assembly, connection/disconnection of cords,
lamp replacement, and maintenance.
To prevent electric shock and/or malfunctions, always turn off the power switch(es) of the product
(press to the "
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" position) and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet before assembly, connecting
or disconnecting of cords, lamp replacement, and cleaning of the product and the objective.
2. Lamp replacement precautions (when using the ECLIPSE 50i)
To avoid burns, wait at least 30 minutes after the lamp is turned off to give it sufficient time to cool.
To avoid electric shock or malfunctions, never attempt to replace the lamp without first turning off the
power switches for the product and the peripheral devices (press them to the "
{
" position) and
unplugging the power cord from the wall outlet.
Make sure the lamphouse cover is securely fitted to the lamphouse after lamp replacement. Never turn
on the lamp while the lamphouse cover is open. Do not break up used lamps; instead, dispose of them
as special industrial waste or as specified by local regulations.
3. Use the specified lamp (when using the ECLIPSE 50i).
The product's built-in power source is used for the halogen lamp that is a light source for the diascopic
illumination. A halogen lamp up to 6V-30W can be lit. Always use the specified halogen lamp. Using an
unspecified lamp may cause malfunctions.
Specified lamp: 6V-30W (PHILIPS 5761)
4. Avoid contact with water.
Never allow water to come into contact with the product, and keep the product away from liquids.
Splashing water onto the product may cause a short, resulting in malfunction or abnormal heating. If
water is splashed onto the product, immediately turn off the power switch (press to the "
{
" position)
and remove the power cord from the receptacle. Then wipe off moisture with a dry cloth or something
similar. If water enters the product, do not use; in this case, contact your nearest Nikon representative.
5. Do not place any object on top of the product.
Do not place any object on top of the product or cover it with a cloth or the like. The system
temperature will rise, resulting in malfunctions.
CAUTION
