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CAUTION - Objectives should never be disassembled by the user. If
repairs or internal cleaning should be necessary, this should only be
done by qualified, authorized microscope technician. The eyepiece(s)
may be cleaned in the same manner as the objectives, except in most
cases optical cleaner will not be required. In most instances breathing
on the eyepiece to moisten the lens and wiping dry with a clean lens
tissue is sufficient to clean the surface. Lenses should never be wiped
while dry as this will scratch or otherwise mar the surface of the glass.
The finish of the microscope is hard epoxy and is resistant to acids and
reagents. Clean this surface with a damp cloth and mild detergent.
Periodically, the microscope should be disassembled, cleaned and
lubricated. This should only be done by a qualified, authorized
microscope technician.
DUST COVER AND STORAGE – All microscopes should be protected from
dust by a dust cover when in storage or not in use. A dust cover is the
most cost-effective microscope insurance you can buy. Ensure that the
storage space is tall enough to allow the microscope to be placed into
the cabinet or onto a shelf without making undue contact with the
eyepieces. Never store microscopes in cabinets containing chemicals
which may corrode your microscope. Also, be sure that the objectives
are placed in the lowest possible position and the rotating head is
turned inward and not protruding from the base. Microscopes with
mechanical stages should be adjusted toward the center of the stage to
prevent the moveable arms of the mechanical stage from being
damaged during storage in the cabinet.
TENSION CONTROL OF FOCUSING MOVEMENT (M3600 series only) -
Tension of the focusing movement is controlled by a tension system
found on the pinion of the course focus control. This can be adjusted by
using the wrench included with the microscope.
