Thank you for your purchase of a Richter Optica microscope. The information in this manual is provided to answer most questions that can arise when operating your microscope and to help you avoid unneccesary maintenance expenses in the future. Please carefully read instructions before operating microscope. Nomenclature used to describe components and controls are identi ed on opposite page.
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2. Place standard specimen slide (cover slip up) on top of stage surface. a. Swing moveable nger on slide holder outward. Place specimen slide against xed side of slide holder. Slowly release moveable nger until it makes contact with the specimen slide. 3.
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Optical Maintenance Do not attempt to disassemble any lens component. Consult an expert technical service company when repairs not covered by these instructions are required. Prior to cleaning any lens surface, brush dust or dirt o lens surfaces using a camel hair brush. Or use air to blow dust and lint o surfaces.
Replacement of Fuse The fuse is located on the back of the microscope on the right side of the power plug. To remove the fuse from the holder, insert a 6mm screwdriver blade into slot located in rear of fuse cap. Slightly depress and rotate screwdriver to release the fuse cap.
TROUBLESHOOTING IMAGE QUALITY Problem Reason for Problem Solution No Image Nosepiece not indexed properly Move revolving nosepiece until objective lens clicks into position. Light too bright Adjust light intensity control to a lower position. Poor Resolution (Image not sharp) Objective lens dirty Clean objective lens Eyepiece lens dirty Clean eyepiece lens...