2.1 Set Up
Microscope work should be performed in a room with as little dust as practically
possible.
Keep your instruments away from solvents, chemical fumes and excessive humidity.
Also try to avoid big swings in ambient temperature, direct sunlight and vibration as they
can affect measurements and your instrument performance.
Acceptable Operating Ambient Conditions
Temperature:
10 - 36
°
C (50 – 96.8
°
F)
Relative Humidity:
0 – 80% up to 30
°
C (86
°
F)
1. As a first step, remove all components from the shipping container and remove the
packing materials. Save the container and packing in a dry location.
2. Place the microscope stand on a stable work surface.
3. Loosen the clamp screw on the PKL focus block and install the microscope head.
4. Install the two eyepieces by sliding them into the head.
5. Connect the power cable from power socket on the rear of the stand to a known
grounded outlet.
At this point, your stereo microscope is ready to go to work.
The mains power cord should only be plugged into a known grounded outlet.
Contact your facilities technician if you are unsure of your mains outlet status. A simple
outlet tester can be used to verify correct outlet polarity and the presence of a grounded
circuit.
