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Opthalmology Operating Microscope User’s Manual This document is property of Seiler Instrument & Mfg. Co., Inc. No part of this manual should be reproduced or transmitted without the expressed written consent being obtained. All the figures appearing in this manual are for illustration purposed only and may vary according to the version of the device purchased.
Table of Contents INTRODUCTION ..............................4 INTENDED USE ..............................5 PARTS AND COMPONENTS ..........................5 INSTALLING THE EQUIPMENT .........................9 Unpacking ...............................9 Installing the Base............................10 Installation Location ............................11 Using Transformers ............................11 Electric Connections .............................11 USING THE MICROSCOPE ..........................13 Moving the Unit .............................13 Switching On The Unit ..........................15 Adjusting Diopter ............................16 Adjusting Interpupillary Distance ........................16 Adjusting Magnification ..........................16...
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WARNING .................................27 TERM OF WARRANTY .............................27 CONTACT INFORMATION ..........................27 OWNERS RECORD ............................28 NOTES ................................28 WARRANTIES ............................29-30 CERTIFICATES OF COMPLIANCE ......................31-32 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ......................33-34...
To Our Valued Professionals, On behalf of the Seiler Medical Division, I would like to thank you for your recent purchase. We stand by our products and are thrilled that when choosing one of the most important aspects of your practice, you chose us.
34 Oldfield Kingston, Galway Toll Free: (800) 489-2282 Ireland Local: (314) 968-2282 www.atlanticosystems.com Email: micro@seilerinst.com Phone: +35391443609 www.seilerinst.com Parts and Components The Seiler Evolution Zoom Microscope is divided into modules (Figure 1). Figure 1: Modules of the Seiler Evolution Zoom Microscope...
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Pedal brightness, XY system and zoom (if applicable). PLEASE NOTE: To make comprehensible the operating characteristics of each configuration of Seiler Evolution , the following symbol is used: Zoom Microscope (*1) – for microscopes with the continuous magnification system (zoom).
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ATTENTION: Avoid overly tightening the knobs. Figure 2: Main elements of the Seiler Evolution Zoom Microscope Figure 3: Optical module with binocular head...
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Figure 4: Multifunctional pedal Figure 5: Control panel Figure 6: Joystick for adjusting zoom, light level and focus...
The assembly and install activities shall only be performed by authorized technicians. Seiler Instrument shall NOT be liable for any other type of procedure NOT set forth herein used to install or assemble this product, nor shall be liable for any misuse of tools.
Assembling the base When assembling the base: 1. Place two boxes around 5” thick under the base to support it when it is sitting on the neck. 2. Remove the two countersunk screws with a 7/32” hex wrench. 3. Place the two spacers between the plate and the stabilizer bar with the white pads facing you and bolt it on with the two bolts supplied with the spacers.
Installation Location The equipment shall be installed and operated indoors. The following are instructions regarding the device’s installation location: CAUTION: Spilling or evaporating flammable materials (e.g. cleaning agents) may cause fire or electrical shock when in contact with electrical parts. CAUTION: Do NOT cover the power supply ventilation openings.
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Electrical Panel External Connection Connect the cables as indicated below: Connect the Power cable to the AC connector on the electrical panel of the column (Figure 8). The device can be connected at any level of voltage ranging from 90-240V~, 50/60 Hz (adjusted automatically to properly work in these ranges).
The Seiler Evolution Zoom Microscope has been designed to be easily adjusted and handled whilst also ensuring maximum comfort and stability. Before using the Seiler Evolution Zoom Microscope, one can move it from one place to another and change the position of the main modules to meet specific demands, since the followings instructions are considered (Figure 10 and Figure 11): To move the microscope with the base to the desired place, release the brakes of the 4 swivel casters.
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ATTENTION: Never use the optical module or the microfocus motor covers as a rest or support to pull, push, raise or move the equipment. Only use the column or its handle to move the unit. Figure 10: Swivel casters with brakes Figure 11: Knob positions of the microscope...
Figure 12: Brake mechanism of the Optical Module (knob E) ATTENTION: A spring inside the pantographic arm ensures its smooth and precise movement. The spring’s tension is NOT pre-set in the factory, because it must be released for transportation. When assembling the microscope, this spring must be set by its adjustment knob (Figure 11).
When the microscope comprises inclinable binocular head, interpupillary adjustment can be performed by releasing a knob (Figure 3). Adjusting magnification The Seiler Evolution Zoom Microscope has continuous magnification (zoom). The continuous zoom magnification system (5x to 30x) is controlled by the multifunction pedal or the joystick (Figure 4 and Figure 6).
(Figure 3). Ultraviolet (UV) filter The Seiler Evolution Zoom Microscope is supplied with conventional filters. In addition, an anti-ultraviolet (UV) filter is also supplied. They come ready-fitted from the factory, screwed into drum of the filters. Their purpose of it is to prevent the passage of ultraviolet light (the image appears slightly yellow through the binocular).
Switching bulbs during use (only for units with halogen bulb) • In order to avoid undesirable interruptions in work when a bulb burns out, the Seiler Evolution Zoom Microscope is provided with a redundant bulb, which is assembled and ready for use.
Repairing the equipment • To ensure an extended lifetime of the Seiler Evolution Zoom Microscope , the user is encouraged to periodically consult Seiler Instrument to check the condition of the equipment and perform maintenance as necessary. The AUTHORIZED TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE are reserved the right to repair or to perform periodical maintenance or part replacement, whenever necessary.
General • The general cleaning of The Seiler Evolution Zoom Microscope shall be carried out with lint-free clothes or wipe tissues moistened in an appropriate non-abrasive cleaning agent. Steel-wire brushes, knives, erasers, emery cloth, sandpaper, and other devices that produce an abrasive action or cause contamination shall NOT be used.
Accessories The Seiler Evolution Zoom Microscope is provided with standard accessories. However, it is also can be supplied with additional parts, depending on the purchase order (Figure 18). Figure 18: Accessories Image splitter The image splitter is assembled between the optical module and the binocular head. This accessory splits the image viewed by the optical module and redirects part to the camera adapter and other one to the second observer.
Image inverter This accessory corrects the inversion of an image caused by the use of special contact lenses in the eyes of patients undergoing Vitrectomy surgery. This must be installed between the body of the microscope and the binocular heads set. Multifunction pedal The multifunctional pedal (Figure 4): •...
Electrical data Power supply: 90 to 240 V~ (50-60 Hz) – automatic selection Power supply to the Video Camera: 12 VDC (800 mA) Fuses: 5A / 250V~ / T / 50A Average power consumption: 200 VA Illumination halogen bulb: PHILIPS EJM 21V 150W 50 Dichroic reflector or similar (only for microscopes with halogen source) Illumination LED source: 6500 K white LED with a flux range from 1,590 to 1,710 lumens –...
Please consult the Seiler Instrument before discarding. The discarding of the Seiler Evolution Zoom Microscope and its accessories is responsibility of the user and shall be in accordance with the local and effective legislation.
You can check out technical tips that may help solve the problem, if it is possible (Table 3). Or, you can contact our AUTHORIZED TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE. Table 3: Most common problems that might occur during use of the Seiler Evolution Zoom Microscope. PROBLEM POSSIBLE SOLUTION •...
Symbols This chapter presents all the symbols marked in the equipment or in its packaging. Table 5: Labels, markings and symbols of the Seiler Evolution Zoom Microscope MARKING/ MARKING/ MEANING MEANING SYMBOL SYMBOL Consult instructions for use Warning, consult and operating instructions.
Warning Please Note: Seiler Instrument is NOT liable for the device if it is opened and/or altered by unauthorized parties. Please Note: If the device is used in a manner other than that specified in this Manual, its warranty will be automatically canceled.
Except as set forth in this Three (3) Year International Warranty, Seiler Instrument Company (“SIC”) hereby warrants that each Seiler microscope product manufactured and/or sold by SIC shall be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service for three years. International Warranty includes mechanics, optics, and hardware (such as casters, knobs, tension band).
Except as set forth in this Limited Lifetime Warranty, Seiler Instrument Company (“SIC”) hereby warrants that each Seiler microscope product manufactured and/or sold by SIC shall be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service for the life of the product. Lifetime Warranty includes mechanics, optics, hardware (such as casters, knobs, tension band).
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