Cleaning An Objective - Molecular Devices ImageXpress Pico Calibration Kit Manual

Cleaning an Objective

If debris and contaminants collect on an objective lens, you can clean it. Before cleaning an
objective, review the following:
Access only the user-serviceable components inside the enclosure as described in the
procedure. Avoid contact with other components as they can be damaged or knocked
out of alignment.
To prevent dust from collecting inside the instrument, keep all access doors closed
unless you are performing maintenance tasks.
Ensure that all components and access doors are closed before starting the instrument.
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To prevent skin oils from damaging the optical coatings, Molecular Devices
recommends that you wear powder-free disposable gloves when handling
objectives and filter cubes.
With the instrument power on, do not manually rotate the objective turret.
Manually rotating the objective turret can damage the instrument.
Do not use a product that disperses aerosol propellants or fluid onto the lens
surface, such as canned compressed air.
Do not use a wipe that can leave lint, such as Kimwipes.
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