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COUNTERED TYPE DISCUSSION OBSERVATION TUBE This instruction manual is for the Olympus SZX-DO Countered Type Discussion Observation Tube. This attachment has been designed to be mounted on an SZX series microscope frame to turn it into a face- to-face discussion type microscope.
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IMPORTANT Getting Ready 1. This manual pertains only to the SZX-DO viewing attachment. Before using this attachment together with the SZX microscope and ancillary accessories, be sure to read their manuals carefully to understand the overall operation of the system.
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SZX-DO · Base: The SZX-DO has the column for the base on the side of the sub-observation tube. However, if the auxiliary column or column is projected, the SZX-DO can be mounted by raising the microscope frame height. There may be a case in which the focus position does not reach the stage surface (see the table below).
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Maintenance and Storage 1. Clean all glass components by wiping gently with gauze. To remove fingerprints or oil smudges, wipe with gauze slightly moistened with a mixture of ether (70%) and alcohol (30%). Since solvents such as ether and alcohol are highly flammable, they must be handled carefully. Be sure to keep these chemicals away from open flames or potential sources of electrical sparks ——...
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SZX-DO NOMENCLATURE Countered Type Discussion Observation Tube SZX-DO Observation tube clamping screw Sub-observation tube mount Observation tube clamping screw Main observation tube mount Microscope frame mount dovetail...
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ASSEMBLY * These modules are mountable only under certain conditions. For details, see “Applicable modules” on page 1. }The SZX-DO can be mounted in the same way as mounting an observation tube. Main observation tube* Sub-observation tube* Intermediate attachment* Countered Type Discussion...
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SZX-DO FOCUS ADJUSTMENT OF THE MAIN AND SUB-OBSERVATION TUBES }When the SZX-DO is used, the total observation magnification becomes 1.5X. The magnifications and views of the observation images at the main and sub-observation tubes are identical. 1. On the main observation tube, bring the specimen into focus as described in the instruction manual for the microscope frame.
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