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KF 2 

ICS

Transmitted Light Microscope

Operating Manual

Summary of Contents for KF 2 ICS

Page 1: ...KF 2 ICS Transmitted Light Microscope Operating Manual...

Page 2: ...al is not covered by an update service Unless expressly authorized forwarding and duplication of this document and the utilization and communication of its contents are not permitted Violations will e...

Page 3: ...overall magnification 3 4 3 3 Eyepiece reticles 3 4 3 4 Setting the microscope in brightfield 3 6 3 5 Setting the microscope for phase contrast 3 8 3 6 Setting the microscope in darkfield 3 10 3 7 Pho...

Page 4: ...er 9th 1992 This operation manual includes information and warnings which must be observed by the user The KF 2 ICS microscope is categorized as Protection Class I and has been allocated the protectio...

Page 5: ...amage If the manufacturer is informed of such a defect he is obliged to remove it it is his decision whether he does this by repairing the instrument or by delivering an instrument free of any defect...

Page 6: ...Carl Zeiss KF 2 ICS VI B 40 028 e 10 97 Overall view of the KF 2 ICS microscope...

Page 7: ...B 40 028 e 10 97 1 1 DESCRIPTION Contents 1 DESCRIPTION 1 3 1 1 Terms intended use 1 3 1 2 Instrument description 1 3 1 3 Modules 1 4 1 4 Technical data 1 6 List of illustrations Fig 1 1 KF 2 ICS micr...

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Page 9: ...mits high performance transmitted light microscopy at little effort Major features Sturdy compact stand Coaxial coarse and fine drive Microscope stage with optional stand configuration Fixed stage wit...

Page 10: ...Carl Zeiss KF 2 ICS 1 4 B 40 028 e 10 97 1 3 Modules Fig 1 1 KF 2 ICS microscope equipment...

Page 11: ...000 1 2 KF 2 ICS stand equipment with mechanical stage 75 25 L and specimen holder with spring clip R 230 V KF 2 ICS stand equipment with mechanical stage 75 25 L and specimen holder with spring clip...

Page 12: ...liance with DIN EN 61010 IEC 1010 1 including CSA and UL directives Pollution degree 2 Excess voltage category II Radio interference suppression in accordance with EN 55011 Class B Line voltage 100 to...

Page 13: ...n of the instrument 2 3 List of illustrations Fig 2 1 Attachment of binocular tube 2 3 Fig 2 2 Positions of binocular tube 2 3 Fig 2 3 Screwing in objectives 2 4 Fig 2 4 Attachment of eyepieces 2 4 Fi...

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Page 15: ...e it on the worktable 2 Attachment of binocular tube 45 20 ICS Loosen hexagonal screw 2 1 2 using the SW 3 ball headed screwdriver Slightly incline the tube 2 1 1 and insert it into the stand via its...

Page 16: ...ion Nosepiece eyes which are not required should be closed with dust caps 4 Inserting the eyepieces Remove both protection caps 2 4 1 from the binocular tube 2 4 2 Insert the fixed eyepiece PL 10x 18...

Page 17: ...label 4 2 2 to check whether the built in lamp supply complies with the present line voltage Should the line voltage not lie within the range of the built in lamp supply please get in touch with the...

Page 18: ...Battery ON Set switch 2 6 7 on the Control panel for battery in position Battery off Connect Control panel for battery to car battery 12 V DC via connection clamps 2 6 6 Note the correct polarity of t...

Page 19: ...copy 3 12 3 9 Illumination via mirror and condenser 0 9 AS 3 12 List of illustrations Fig 3 1 Inserting an eyepiece reticle 3 4 Fig 3 2 Setting the condenser lever 3 6 Fig 3 3 Setting the microscope i...

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Page 21: ...ncovered specimens or 0 17 only for covered specimens with a cover slip thickness of 0 17 mm The objective magnification multiplied with the eyepiece magnification minimum 10x results in the visual ov...

Page 22: ...e focusing eyepiece 1 Inserting the eyepiece reticle 26 mm The eyepieces PL 10 18 Br foc have been designed for use with eyepiece reticles The slight image shift caused by the additional path through...

Page 23: ...to focus on the line figure of the eyepiece reticle focus on the edge of the field of view if no eyepiece reticle is used Focus on the microscope image of a specimen via the focusing drive by looking...

Page 24: ...en using an objective with magnification 10 or higher switch the condenser lever 3 2 1 to free passage by turning the lever 3 2 2 to the right until stop The condenser lever 3 2 1 can be switched in t...

Page 25: ...ntrol 3 3 3 or filters on the mount 3 3 4 When using objectives with a low magnification 10 swing the additional lens in the light path using the lever 3 2 2 and open the condenser stop until it disap...

Page 26: ...4 1 in the left position free passage and then move the aperture diaphragm to the right until it has a suitable opening also see section 3 4 Swing in phase stop Ph 2 3 4 3 by switching the lever 3 4...

Page 27: ...d until the illuminating ring is in focus Insert the eyepiece 3 5 3 in the tube again Adjust the lamp brightness via control 3 3 3 If required place a green filter on the filter mount 3 3 4 to enhance...

Page 28: ...ing search for an object spot featuring minimum structure if need be a spot at the edge of the specimen Swing in darkfield stop Ph 2 3 7 2 by switching the lever 3 7 1 in the right position The apertu...

Page 29: ...TAX 167 MT Screw the T 2 adapter of the camera used on the connector 2 5 for T 2 3 8 4 Attach the camera and fix the cable release 3 8 1 if required Loosen the three hexagonal screws 3 8 6 remove the...

Page 30: ...tube 3 9 Illumination via mirror and condenser 0 9 AS Align turn and tilt the flatfield surface of the illumination mirror 3 9 2 until diffuse daylight or the light of a separate lamp illuminates the...

Page 31: ...CARE MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 4 3 4 1 Care and maintenance of the instrument 4 3 4 2 Troubleshooting and requesting service 4 4 List of illustrations Fig 4 1 Changing the fuse for line battery...

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Page 33: ...petroleum ether but do not use alcohol When using the KF 2 ICS in humid climatic zones proceed as follows Store the KF 2 ICS in bright dry and well ventilated rooms with a humidity of less than 65 sto...

Page 34: ...ment does not function have the lamp supply and the line cable exchanged by an expert 2 Changing the fuses for line battery operation The fuse holder at the rear of the Control panel for battery conta...

Page 35: ...rints before switching on the lamp Adjusting the halogen lamp For an exact adjustment the lamp coil and its reflection image must be parallel to each other and be identical in size when looking on the...

Page 36: ...r a longer period of time we would recommend you to conclude a service maintenance contract with Carl Zeiss In the case of subsequent orders or when service is required please get in touch with the Ca...

Page 37: ...F 2 ICS Carl Zeiss B 40 028 e 10 97 A 1 ANNEX List of abbreviations A 3 Physical and technical units A 3 EC conformity declaration A 5 Certification in accordance with DIN EN ISO 9001 DIN EN 46001 A 7...

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Page 39: ...Infinity Color corrected System IEC International Electrotechnical Commission IP International Protection protection type KF combination fine drive coaxial drive L left MC Microscope Camera OZ item nu...

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