Zeiss LSM 510 META, Operating Manual

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NOTES ON DEVICE SAFETY LSM 510
Carl Zeiss Notes on Setting up the Microscope System LSM 510 META
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1.3 Notes on Setting up the Microscope System
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Setting up, assembly on the system base plate and commissioning of the LSM 510 must be
performed by authorized Carl Zeiss service staff, who are also advised to give the customer's
operators a basic introduction to operation and maintenance.
The LSM 510 laser scanning microscope is delivered in several crates:
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Crate 1: microscope stand, laser scanning module, control unit
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Crate 2: computer
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Crate 3: monitor
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Crate 4: large system table
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Crate 5: second microscope stand
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Crate 6: small system table
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Crate 7: scan module META
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Crate 8: upgrade kit META
The LSM 510 must be set up so as to ensure that the minimum clearance between the wall
and the rear of the system is no less than 0.5 m. This clearance is needed for adjustment and
maintenance operations.
Do not set up the unit in the proximity of heat sources such as radiators or direct sunlight. To avoid heat
build-ups, the ventilation louvers on the microscope system must not be covered up.
The unit must be connected to a properly installed socket outlet with earthing contact by means of the
mains cables supplied. Continuity of PE connection must not be affected by the use of extension leads.
Before connecting the mains cables, please check whether your mains voltage corresponds to
the voltage specified on the rating plate of the laser module.
For reasons of laser safety, the TV port on the microscope must either be equipped with a
camera or covered by a cap.
Maintenance, repairs, modifications, removal or exchange of components, or other
interference with the equipment beyond the operations described in this manual may only be
carried out by the manufacturer Carl Zeiss or by persons expressly authorized by us to do so.
This applies especially to the microscope system, the laser scanning module, lasers, the PC
system, the power supply units, cable connections and other system components.
Please note that the LSM 510 is a high-precision opto-electronic instrument. Inexpert handling
may easily impair it’s function or even damage it.
After installation or after conversion of the LSM system, authorized specialized staff must carefully check
that it is in a proper condition and, particularly, that covers protecting against laser radiation are
provided.
Tube openings or other unused mounts should always be protected against dust and moisture with the
corresponding device components or with termination covers/blind plugs.
By establishing a corresponding workplace environment, please ensure that the formation of electrostatic
charges by electronic components is avoided.
To avoid vibrations during operation, the LSM 510 should only be operated in conjunction with the
system table (vibration damping).