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  • Page 1 Service Manual Mantis Compact & Elite...
  • Page 3 INTRODUCTION Health & Safety INTRODUCTION Vision Engineering and its products conform to the requirements of the EC Directives on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) and Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS).

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Replacing the LED array Mantis Elite turret replacement Replacing Mantis Elite pivot/tilt assembly Mantis universal arm baseplate mounting dimensions Mantis Compact optical path alignment Mantis Elite optical path alignment Removing Mantis Compact field lens Removing Mantis Elite field lens Replacing Mantis Compact detached mirrors...

  • Page 7: System Diagrams

    SYSTEM DIAGRAMS Mantis Compact SYSTEM DIAGRAMS www.visioneng.com/support Mantis Service Manual...

  • Page 8: Mantis Elite

    SYSTEM DIAGRAMS Mantis Elite Mantis Service Manual www.visioneng.com/support...

  • Page 9: Objective Specifications Mantis Compact

    OBJECTIVE SPECIFICATIONS Mantis Compact OBJECTIVE SPECIFICATIONS Objective Lenses Part Number Working Distance Field of View MCO-002 167mm / 6.57" 45.0mm / 1.77" MCO-004 96mm / 3.78" 27.5mm / 1.08" MCO-006 73mm / 2.87" 19.2mm / 0.76" Mantis Elite Objective Lenses...

  • Page 10: Options & Accessories Parts Table

    Parts table OPTIONS & ACCESSORIES Part Name Part Number Picture Mantis Floating Stage (Elite and MS-001 Compact) Mantis Compact X4, X6 Disposable MCO-010 Lens Protections Caps (4-pack) Mantis Elite Disposable Lens MEO-025 Protection Caps for X4, X8, X10 (4-pack) Mantis Elite Disposable Lens Protect...

  • Page 11: Maintenance & Spare Parts Mantis Compact

    MAINTENANCE & SPARE PARTS Mantis Compact MAINTENANCE & SPARE PARTS Replacing the desiccant (see the diagram below): Disconnect the power cord from the back of the head. Remove the screw securing the desiccant cover and remove the cover Replace the desiccant and reinstall the cover.

  • Page 12: Mantis Elite

    MAINTENANCE & SPARE PARTS Mantis Elite Replacing the desiccant (see the diagram below): Disconnect the power cord from the back of the head. Remove the grommet covering the desiccant and remove the desiccant. Install fresh desiccant and replace the grommet. Reconnect the power cord at the back of the head.

  • Page 13: Mantis Elite Turret Replacement

    MAINTENANCE & SPARE PARTS Mantis Elite turret replacement Required Tools: #1 Philips/crosshead screwdriver Remove any objective lenses that may be installed in the turret. Uninstall the Mantis Head from the stand. Rest the viewing head upside down (objective turret facing up). Be sure to secure the head so that it does not roll off of the work bench (a small, empty cardboard box works well).
  • Page 14 MAINTENANCE & SPARE PARTS Remove all three screws on the inside of the turret. Note: the front screw has a washer. Remove the old turret and replace with the new turret. Replace all three screws. Note: do not over tighten. Reinstall the head to the stand.

  • Page 15: Replacing Mantis Elite Pivot/Tilt Assembly

    MAINTENANCE & SPARE PARTS Replacing Mantis Elite pivot/tilt assembly Note: Read all the following instructions before commencing work. Isolate the Mantis from mains power. Unscrew the left-hand side handle and discard. Release the rubber gaiter from the groove in the head unit and peel back to expose the head mounting screws.

  • Page 16: Mantis Universal Arm Baseplate Mounting Dimensions

    MAINTENANCE & SPARE PARTS Remove the lower head mounting bolt and then, ensuring the upper bolt is tight, back it off 2 complete revolutions. Hang the head and tighten both head mounting bolts. Seat the rubber gaiter back into the groove in the head. Thread on the handle and screw it in.

  • Page 17: Mantis Compact Optical Path Alignment

    Mantis Compact optical path alignment Below is the alignment procedure for use in the field. If this procedure fails to align the unit, it is recommended that the microscope be sent back to the nearest Vision Engineering Service Centre for repair. Tools required: 3mm, 2.5mm and 2mm hex drivers (ball end recommended).

  • Page 18: Mantis Elite Optical Path Alignment

    MAINTENANCE & SPARE PARTS Mantis Elite optical path alignment In most instances, it is best to have the factory align the optical paths. However, if an emergency adjustment needs to be made in the field, here is the procedure. If this procedure fails to align the unit, it is recommended that the microscope be sent back to the factory for repair.

  • Page 19: Removing Mantis Compact Field Lens

    MAINTENANCE & SPARE PARTS Removing Mantis Compact field lens Tool required: 2.5mm hex driver (ball end recommended) Remove the Mantis Compact head from the stand and lay it on its side. Remove the objective lens. Stand the head upright. Use the 2.5 mm hex driver to remove the head cover screw.

  • Page 20: Removing Mantis Elite Field Lens

    MAINTENANCE & SPARE PARTS Hold on to the backing plate whilst pivoting the front cover off. Remove the field lens. Removing Mantis Elite field lens Tool required: 2.5mm hex driver (ball end recommended) Ensuring there are no objective lenses in the turret, stand the head upright.
  • Page 21 MAINTENANCE & SPARE PARTS Using a 2.5mm hex driver, remove both top cover securing screws. Remove the 2 front cover securing screws using the hex driver. Remove the front cover. Remove the field lens. www.visioneng.com/support Mantis Service Manual...

  • Page 22: Replacing Mantis Compact Detached Mirrors

    Replacing Mantis Compact detached mirrors Tools required: #1 and #2 Philips/crosshead screwdriver Remove the Mantis Compact head from the stand, lay it on its side and remove the objective lens. Remove the rear cover screw. Remove both of the screws that secure the lower head at the rear.
  • Page 23 MAINTENANCE & SPARE PARTS Remove both of the screws that secure the lower head at the front. Remove lower head. Remove the 3 screws that secure the mirror assembly. Remove/replace the mirror assembly. Reverse the procedure to re-assemble. www.visioneng.com/support Mantis Service Manual...

  • Page 24: Replacing Mantis Elite Detached Mirrors

    MAINTENANCE & SPARE PARTS Replacing Mantis Elite detached mirrors Tools required: #1 and #2 Philips/crosshead screwdriver Remove the rear cover screw. Remove both of the screws that secure the lower head at the rear. Remove the anti-glare shield. Remove both of the screws that secure the lower head at the front. Mantis Service Manual www.visioneng.com/support...

  • Page 25: Surface Cleaning And Preparation

    MAINTENANCE & SPARE PARTS Remove lower head. Remove the 3 screws that secure the mirror assembly. Remove/replace the mirror assembly. Reverse the procedure to re-assemble. Surface Cleaning and Preparation When cleaning Mantis parts/accessories, or surfaces to re-apply adhesives for remounting mirrors, only use the following products: •...

  • Page 26: Mantis Compact Viewing Area Adjustment

    MAINTENANCE & SPARE PARTS Mantis Compact viewing area adjustment Tool required: 2.5 mm hex driver If the viewing area on the screen is shadowing and not a sharp circle (see right) adjust the top mirror as follows: Use the 2.5 mm hex driver to remove the head cover screw.

  • Page 27: Mantis Elite Viewing Area Adjustment

    MAINTENANCE & SPARE PARTS Mantis Elite viewing area adjustment Tool required: 2.5 mm hex driver If the viewing area on the screen is shadowing and not a sharp circle (see right) adjust the top mirror as follows: Use the 2.5 mm hex driver to remove the head cover screw. Slightly loosen the 4 mirror securing screws.

  • Page 28: Spare Parts

    Elite Stand to Head Cable 202-A0132 2x bolts used to mount the microscope head to the stand. MCLED-001 Replacement LED Array; Mantis Compact MELED-001 Replacement LED Array; Mantis Elite, Left Side (2 pin connector) MELED-001V2 Replacement LED Array; Mantis Elite, Left Side (DC Jack connector) MELED-002 Replacement LED Array;...

  • Page 29: Commonly Ordered Parts

    MAINTENANCE & SPARE PARTS Commonly ordered parts Mantis Compact 1. 202-C0007 - Top Cover Moulding 2. 202-A0144 - Mantis Compact Badge 3. 202-A0120 - Top Cover Moulding Seal 4. 202-D0005 - Hood 5. 202-A0119 - Hood Seal 6. 202-B0146 - Left Side Head Moulding (with adhesive beam split pads) 7.

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    Op ti cal path needs to be re aligned (see separate procedures) ErgoStereo (Bench) Stand Problem Possible Solution Focus knob tight or rough • Send unit in for service at nearest Vision Engineering Service movement during up and down Centre. travel (Focussing) • Height adjust column loose Send unit in for service at nearest Vision Engineering Service Centre.

  • Page 31: Checking The Universal Stand On/Off Switch Connections

    TROUBLESHOOTING Checking the universal stand on/off switch connections Shown to the right, is the On/Off switch installed in the Universal Stand. Using a small flat blade screwdriver, gently pry the switch out. Once the switch is loose, pull it out using your fingers. Verify that both wires are properly connected (the switch shown has one wire disconnected).

  • Page 32: Service Address

    SERVICE Address SERVICE If after using the information provided in this manual, the Mantis product you are working with needs additional repair, please contact the appropriate address shown on the back page. Serial number locations Location of Mantis head serial number label. Elite Head Compact Head Location of Mantis universal stand serial number label.
  • Page 33 If during the warranty period the product is found to be defective, it will be repaired or replaced at facilities of Vision Engineering or elsewhere, all at the option of Vision Engineering. Shipment costs for warranty repairs, to and from Vision Engineering facilities will not, normally, be borne by Vision Engineering.
  • Page 34 For more information... Vision Engineering has a network of offices and technical distributors around the world. For more information, please contact your Vision Engineering branch, local authorised distributor, or visit our website. Vision Engineering Ltd. Vision Engineering Inc. Vision Engineering Ltd.

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