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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this VanGuard Microscope. With the user in mind, VanGuard Microscopes are built from modern
designs and should provide a lifetime of reliable performance. We recommend you read this entire manual carefully before
setting up and using the instrument.
The 1400 Series Compound Microscopes are the flagship of the
VanGuard Microscope Line. Combining top performance with
highly-advanced features and optics, the 1400 Series models
produce images of the utmost in clarity. Choose from brightfield
or phase contrast.
Viewing Head.
Binocular or trinocular (Seidentopf) heads rotate
360° and are inclined at 30°. All models feature interpupillary
and dioptric adjustment. The trinocular heads feature a sliding
main prism (70/30 split) to provide full-time imaging when the
vertical tube is in use. (70% of the image to the vertical tube
and 30% to the viewing eyetubes).
Eyepieces.
10X widefield (DIN) with a field number of 18.
Nosepiece.
Quadruple or quintuple, reversed, ball-bearing
nosepiece with high-grade lubricant and positive stops. The
nosepiece is reversed (inward-facing) to allow for easier
manipulation of slides and to aid in keeping the objectives clean.
Objectives.
Achromatic or plan achromatic objectives are
available on the brightfield models. Plan achromatic objective
come standard on the phase contrast models. All objectives
are made to DIN standards and are coated.
Stage.
Delivering a high level of fluid motion control and
longevity, the stage measures 140mm x 140mm. Features
a removable spring-clip slide holder and a chemical-resistant
finish. Motion is controlled by a right-hand, low-position coaxial
control and is driven by a rack and pinion system.
Focusing Movement.
Coaxial, ultra low-position coarse
and fine focus controls feature a 40mm focusing range and
are graduated to 2 microns per division. Fitted with tension
adjustment and safety autostop.
Condenser.
Brightfield models come with a 1.25 N.A. Abbe
Condenser. Phase contrast models come with a 1.25 N.A.
Zernike condenser with phase annulus rings for 10X, 20X,
40X and 100X; also has a “zero” setting for brightfield work.
All condensers are mounted on a rack and pinion focusing
mechanism and feature spring-loaded centering knobs and an
iris diaphragm with a swing-in filter holder.
Illumination.
20W variable quartz halogen light source. Comes
with blue, green (phase contrast models only), and neutral
density filters.
Base.
Stable 225mm x 160mm base fitted with anti-skid rubber
feet.
Body.
Cast-metal ergonomic body with stain-resistant enamel
finish.
Dimensions.
225mm (L) x 160mm (W) x 400mm (H); 8.3kg.
1400 Series Compound Microscopes
Table of Contents
Introduction
:....................................................... 2
Parts & Accessories
Included Parts:.................................................... 3
Optional Accessories:......................................... 4
Microscope Diagrams:........................................ 5
Setup
Assembly:.......................................................... 7
Centering the Condenser:.................................. 9
Aligning the Phase Contrast Annulus Rings:..... 10
Using your 1400 Series Microscope
Focusing & Mechanical Stage Mechanisms:...... 11
Setting the Up-Stop Mechanism......................... 11
Interpupillary & Diopter Adjustments:................. 12
Oil Immersion Objectives:................................... 12
Using the Camera Port:..................................... 13
Maintenance
Replacing the Lamp:.......................................... 14
Replacing the Fuse:........................................... 14
Replacement Light Bulb/Fuse Information:........ 14
Specifications
:................................................... 15
Warranty
:..................................................... 16
See warranty details on page 16 for more information.
Warranty card available at:
www.veegee.com/pages/technical-support-service
