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IMPORTANT
This unit is designed to be mounted on a BX or MX series microscope to enable high-resolution
observation using 248 nm UV (ultraviolet) light as well as visible light observation.
Note that the 248 nm UV rays are harmful to your eyes and skin. Be sure to “ Precautions on UV Light”
below before use.
Precautions on UV Light
1. Before mounting or dismounting a unit or maintenance, be sure to turn off the light source or close the shutter of the
UV248 light source box by sliding its shutter lever toward the { marking so that the UV rays do not irradiate human eyes
or skin.
2. To prevent unexpected irradiation of UV rays, be sure to close the idle objective positions of the revolving nosepiece by
attaching the caps provided with the revolving nosepiece.
3. When there is a module that accepts a breath shield, the safety of the module can be improved by attaching the breath
shield.
4. Do not bend the UV light guide into a radius below 100 mm to prevent it from breaking. The UV light guide should be
inspected periodically to confirm absence of crack that may lead to UV leak.
UV caution labels
Contact Olympus for replacement in case a caution label is stained or peeled off or for other inquiries.
· Right side panel of the UV248 observation tube
· Right side panel of the UV248 light source box
