Nikon ECLIPSE TS100 Instructions Manual page 10

WARNING
6. Hazardous sample
This microscope should mainly be used for microscopic observation and micromanipulation of living
cells and tissue cultures in Petri dishes, microtiter plates, etc.
When handling a sample, check to determine whether the sample is hazardous.
Handle hazardous samples according to the standard procedure of your laboratory. If the sample is of
an infectious nature, wear rubber gloves to avoid infection, and be careful not to spill the sample. In
the event of spillage of a sample from a vessel onto the microscope, decontaminate the contaminated
portion according to the standard procedure of your laboratory.
CAUTION
1. Turn off the power when assembling the microscope and plugging or unplugging the
power cord.
To prevent electrical shock and/or fire, always turn off the power of the microscope (press the power
switch to the "○" position) before plugging or unplugging the power cord. Also, always turn off the
power of the microscope (press the power switch to the "○" position) and unplug the power cord when
assembling the microscope.
2. Do not wet the microscope or allow foreign matter to get inside.
If the microscope becomes wet, a short circuit may result that may damage it or make it extremely
hot. Similarly, a short may occur if foreign matter gets inside. If you accidentally spill a liquid on the
microscope, immediately turn off the power of the microscope (press the power switch to the "○"
position) and unplug the power cord. (Take care not to touch the cord with wet hands at this time.)
After unplugging the microscope, use a dry cloth to wipe away any moisture.
If liquid spills on the water tray, use tissue paper to absorb it from the groove on the left. Then remove
the water tray cover using a hexagonal wrench. Wipe dry the inside if there is any moisture. Check if
the lamp cable connector or AC inlet on the rear panel are wet, and if so, wipe them dry.
If any liquid or foreign matter gets inside, do not use the microscope, but contact your nearest Nikon
representative.
3. Cautions on carrying the microscope
• Securely hold the microscope at the bottom front and
back when transporting it.
• Do not grasp the focus knobs, eyepiece tube, stage, etc.
when carrying the microscope. This may cause the part
to come off, resulting in damage to the microscope.
4. Cautions on assembling the product
• Take care to avoid pinching your fingers and hands.
• Scratches and dirt (i.e. fingerprints) on optical components
such as lenses and filters will degrade the microscope
image. When assembling the product, be careful not to
scratch or directly touch the optical components.
5. Disposal of the microscope
To avoid biohazard risk, dispose of the microscope as the
contaminated equipment according to the standard procedure
of your laboratory.
Safety Precautions
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