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Introduction Thank you for your purchase of a Motic microscope. Motic microscopes are precision instruments, subjected to meticulous examination in order to reach you in perfect condition. Their design combines easy management and optimum functioning with minimum maintenance. The information contained in this manual is likely to go beyond what the average user needs to know to use the microscope, however, it is provided to answer any queries that may arise.
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Description of components 1. Head (13). Monocular and 360º rotating so that another user can observe without the necessity of moving the microscope. 2. Eyepiece (1). The group of lenses closest to the eye, they magnify the image formed by the objectives.
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Operation A. Starting up. 1. Before using the microscope, adjust the intensity of the light (20) to its minimum. This must be done each time the microscope is turned on or off to prolong the life of the bulb. 2. Press the power switch, to ON position. (Fig. 1) 3.
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D. Changing the magnification. 1. Position the 10X objective (5) in the optical path. 2. This microscope has already been parfocalised, although it is possible that there are small differences between the objectives. In this case, the focus should be readjusted with the fine focus knob (18).
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F. Polarized illumination. Light moves by vibrating on an infinite number of plains. The purpose of the polarizer is to provide the light so that it moves in a single direction, on parallel plains. A secondary polarizer, known as the analyser is situated above the objectives, “...
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6. Cleaning the illuminator lens. (19) a. Only clean the top lens of the illuminator using any of the methods mentioned above for cleaning the eyepieces or objectives. B. Electrical maintenance WARNING: FOR YOUR SECURITY, SWITCH OFF AND REMOVE PLUG FROM POWER SOURCE OUTLET BEFORE MAINTAINING YOUR MICROSCOPE, TO AVOID SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD.
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a. To adjust tension, first loosen the screw located in the orifice of the Stage collar with the 2mm hexagonal key. stopper screw b. To increase focus knob tension, Coarse focus turn collar clockwise, to loosen, tensor turn anti clockwise. c.
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Troubleshooter ELECTRICAL PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTIÓ N Bulb does not work. Plug outlet does not work Repair by a qualified specialised technician. Cable not connected Connect cable. Bulb burned out. Replace bulb. Fuse blown. Replace fuse. Wrong bulb. Replace by the correct bulb. Bulb burns out in short time.
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Bulbs and fuses are not under warrantee. The warrantee service is provided by MOTIC, or its authorised distributors. Defective products will be repaired without charge when returned to MOTIC, or one of its distributors. Transport costs will be covered by the purchaser.
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