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VII. Maintenance and storage
A. Do not disassemble
1. Disassembly may significantly effect the performance of the instrument,
and may result in electric shock or injury and will void the terms of the
warranty.
2. Never attempt to dismantle any parts other than described in this
manual. If you notice any malfunction, contact your nearest Swift
representative.
B. Cleaning the microscope
1. Lenses and filters
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To clean lens surfaces or filters, first remove dust using an air blower. If
dust still persists, use a soft/clean brush or gauze.
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A soft gauze or lens tissue lightly moistened with the mixture of alcohol
and ether(alcohol and ether in the ratio of 3:7) should be used to remove
grease or fingerprints.
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Use only a mixture of alcohol and ether ( ratio : alcohol : 3 and ether: 7)
to remove immersion oil from objective lenses.
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Because the mixture of alcohol and ether ( ratio : alcohol : 3 and ether: 7)
is highly flammable, be careful handling around open flame.
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Do not use same area of gauze or lens tissue to wipe more than once.
2. Cleaning of painted or plastic components
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Do not use organic solvents (thinners, alcohol, ether, etc.). Doing so
could result in discolouration or in the peeling of paint.
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For stubborn dirt, moisten a piece of gauze with diluted detergent and
wipe clean.
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For plastic components, only moisten a piece of gauze with water and
wipe clean.
C. Disinfecting the microscope
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Follow the standard procedures for your laboratory.
D. When not in use
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When not in use, cover the instrument with vinyl dust cover and store in
a place low in humidity where mould is not likely to form.
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Store the objectives, eyepieces and filters in a container or desiccator
