Olimpus CKX41 Instruction Manual page 6

Safety Symbols
The following symbols are found on the microscope. Study the meaning of the symbols and always use the equipment
in the safest possible manner.
Symbol
Warnings
Warning engraving is placed at parts where special precaution is required when handling and using the microscope.
Always heed the warnings.
1
Getting Ready
1. A microscope is a precision instrument. Handle it with care and avoid subjecting it to sudden or severe impact.
2. Do not use the microscope where it is subjected to direct sunlight, high temperature and humidity, dust or vibrations. (For
the operating conditions, see chapter 8, "SPECIFICATIONS".)
3. Use the tension adjustment ring to adjust the rotation tension of the coarse adjustment knob.
4. For the applicable objectives, see chapter 8, "SPECIFICATIONS". Olympus cannot guarantee the performance when other
objective than specified is used.
2
Indicates that the surface becomes hot, and should not be touched with bare hands.
Before use, carefully read the instruction manual. Improper use could result in personal injury to
the user and/or damage to the equipment.
Indicates that the main switch is ON.
Indicates that the main switch is OFF.
Warning engraving Lamp socket (U-LS30-3)
position [Warning against high temperature]
9. The microscope system is unstable when the large camera back
is attached. When pulling out the film, be sure to hold the micro-
scope with one hand.
10. Always turn the light intensity control knob 5 gently. Do not at-
tempt to turn it beyond the stop position. (Fig. 2)
11. The standard service life of the lamp socket is 8 (eight) years of
use or 20,000 hours of total power ON period, whichever is the
shorter period.
For details, see Inspection Sheet on page 32.
Explanation