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Congratulations! Congratulations on purchasing the Leica DM100 Compound Microscope. This model’s exclu- sive design features and full range of acces- sories make it a truly versatile, high quality- instrument. Though the reliability and robustness of Leica microscopes is already practically prover- bial, they still require a certain degree of care and attention.
Table of Contents Important Notes Using the Leica DM100 Symbols Used in this User Manual Switching on the Microscope Important Safety Notes Selecting an Objective Instructions for Use Preparing for Viewing Health risks and dangers of use Focusing Information for the Person Responsible for the Instrument...
Failure to comply can cause the following: Failure to comply can cause the following: Hazards to personnel. Hazards to personnel. Instrument malfunctions and damage. Instrument malfunctions and damage. Leica DM100 User Manual Important Notes...
Original condition non-Leica components that are outside of the To maintain the unit in its original condition scope of this User Manual! Unauthorized altera- and to ensure safe operation, the user must...
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Legal Regulations Disconnecting from the Power Supply Adhere to general and local regulations rela- Always position the Leica DM100 so ting to accident prevention and environmental that you can disconnect it from the protection. power supply at any time. The power cable...
The Leica DM100 can be used at +10°C to +40°C. Protect the microscope from oil, chemicals and extreme humidity. If it is used outdoors, the microscope must be protected from dust and moisture.
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(according to the User Integration in third-party products Manual) can be assembled and disassembled When installing Leica products into third-party by the customer should be packed separately. products, the manufacturer of the complete system or its dealer is responsible for following...
Monitor Only original Leica replacement parts may compliance with this. be used in servicing the product. Do not use the Leica DM100 unless it is in perfect condition. Leica DM100 User Manual Important Notes...
Accessories, Maintenance and Repair Accessories Maintenance Repairs and Service Work Only the following accessories may be used The Leica DM100 microscope is basically Only original Leica Microsystems spare with the Leica DM100: maintenance-free. To ensure that it always parts may be used.
In order to maintain this condition and to ensure safe operation, Unplug the instrument before changing any fuses. The the user must follow the instructions and warnings contained in Leica DM100 has two fuses, which are located behind the power this instruction manual. cord receptacle. ...
These items are delivered in separate packages. Please do not discard any of the packing materials. They should be used for safely storing and transporting the instrument should the need arise. Leica DM100 User Manual Assembling the Leica DM100...
Type 2: Binocular "EZTube" "EZTube". Other tubes, however, are installed exactly the same way. Orientation All tubes are connected via a dovetail and can be installed in any orientation. Type 3: Open binocular tube Leica DM100 User Manual Assembling the Leica DM100...
The monocular "EZTube" is included in the standard delivery package of the Leica DM100. Other tubes are optionally availa- ble (refer also to page 16). Your Leica repre- sentative will gladly provide you with more help. The eyepieces are already integrated in the Leica "EZTube"...
The objectives are already installed Always turn the objective nosepiece by The Proper Sequence on the Leica DM100 at delivery. The its knurled ring. Never turn the objective When inserting the objectives, you can following description shows how to (un)install nosepiece by using an objective as a handle.
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1. Screw the 4× objective into any available space on the objective nosepiece. 2. Turn the objective nosepiece clockwise one unit. 3. Screw in the next-largest objective. 4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 until all objectives have been installed. Leica DM100 User Manual Assembling the Leica DM100...
The mirror is equipped with a flat and a concave surface. Try them out to see which side works better. 3. Look through the eyepieces and align the mirror so that it works best. Leica DM100 User Manual Assembling the Leica DM100...
The two screws have to rest in the two existing holes. 3. Install the tube. 5. Turn the polarizer to align it. The arrows indicate the current orientation. Leica DM100 User Manual Assembling the Leica DM100...
2. Set the illumination to the lowest setting grounding ineffective. using the controller on the bottom left of the stand. Work Surface Always use the microscope on a hard, stable surface. Leica DM100 User Manual Using the Leica DM100...
1. Rotate the desired objective over the stage so that the color matches the color of diaphragm, which has to be adjusted to sample. the selected objective. match the effective numerical aperture of the individual objectives. Leica DM100 User Manual Using the Leica DM100...
3. Move the specimen slide such that a part of 1. Lift the retaining clip on the stage by press- slowly release it. the specimen is under the objective used. ing on the back of the tension spring. Leica DM100 User Manual Using the Leica DM100...
4. Bring the specimen into focus using the tive with the lowest magnification level is fine adjustment knob. turned into the working position. Leica DM100 User Manual Using the Leica DM100...
1. Set the focusing eyetube (left side) to "0" tion. Leica EZ tubes If you are using a Leica EZ viewing tube, which already has the eyepieces integrated with the eyetubes, no additional adjustments are neces- sary. Be sure you are wearing your eyeglasses or contact lenses.
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4. Rotate the knurled ring on the left eyetube, until the specimen is sharply focused for the left eye. This corrects for any vision differences between your right eye and left eye. Leica DM100 User Manual Using the Leica DM100...
The risk can be order to help block out ambient room light. minimized by the use of individual eyecups. Eyecups can be ordered separately. Please contact your Leica partner. Leica DM100 User Manual Using the Leica DM100...
Oil Immersion Technique (only 100× objective) Oil Immersion Technique 3. Add a drop of immersion oil from Leica 5. Slowly move the specimen stage upwards 1. Search for the area on the specimen slide to the area of the specimen slide you are using the coarse adjustment knob until that you want to study.
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"Care of the Microscope" section on page 32. Leica DM100 User Manual Using the Leica DM100...
Follow the instructions of the disinfectant surfaces or accessories with rubberized manufacturer. parts. This could damage the surfaces, We recommend concluding a service and specimens could be contaminated by contract with Leica Service. abraded particles. Leica DM100 User Manual Care of the Microscope...
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The lower magnification objectives have Illumination fairly large front lenses and can be cleaned The Leica DM100 uses an LED illuminator. with a cloth or lens tissue wrapped around a Therefore, no lamp changing is required for finger and moistened with window cleaner.
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Dimensions Leica DM100 User Manual Dimensions...
Dimensions (all Dimensions in mm, DM100 and DM300 identical) side view with binocular tube front view with binocular tube side view with binocular tube 180° rotated for storage Leica DM100 User Manual Dimensions...
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Dimensions (all Dimensions in mm, DM100 and DM300 identical) side view with monocular tube front view with monocular tube side view with monocular tube 180° rotated for storage Leica DM100 User Manual Dimensions...
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