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- Page 1 Lx POL Research Microscopy User Manual To ensure proper use of this instrument as well as to avoid injury while operating Part No: 9151000-795 Instrument, understanding this manual completely before use is highly recommended. Issue 1.3 Printed on April,2019...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Lx POL TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. INTRODUCTION 2. SAFETY INFORMATION a. General Instructions b. Symbol Used c. Maintenance & Care d. Health Risks e. Electric Data 3. Lx POL BINOCULAR 4. Lx POL TRINOCULAR 5. UNPACKING YOUR MICROSCOPE 6. STANDARD COMPONENTS 7. - Page 3 Lx POL 12. SUMMARY OF POLARISED OBSERVATION PROCEDURE 21-24 a. Placing the specimen on stage b. Adjusting the focus c. Adjusting the Interpupillary Distance d. Adjusting the Diopter e. Adjusting the Condenser position and Aperture Iris Diaphragm f. Switching the objectives g.
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Page 4: Introduction
Lx POL INTRODUCTION The Lx POL is a research polarizing microscope reflecting a modern design as well as the latest in optical and mechanical advancements. Designed for professionals, this microscope offers many features and functions for a diverse set of applications. It is a truly professional polarizing Microscope that meets, and indeed exceeds the quality of some of the competing Microscopes. -
Page 5: Safety Information
Lx POL SAFETY INFORMATION GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS 1. A microscope is a precision instrument with delicate glass components, please handle with care. 2. Do not use the microscope where it is subjected to direct sunlight, high temperature, humidity, dust and vibrations. 3. - Page 6 Lx POL 3. Do not disassemble any part of the microscope as this could result in malfunction or mitigated perfor- mance. 4. When not using the microscope, ensure that the frame is fully cooled before storing the unit in a dry locker or covering with dust cover (provided).
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Page 7: Health Risks
Do not place microscope on a flexible surface as this could result in blocking the air vents and cause overheating. 2. Always use the power cord provided by LABOMED. If the proper power cord is not used, product safety performance cannot be warranted. - Page 8 4. With the lock knob pilled out, close the lamp housing door, then push the lock knob back to lock the cover. Always use the desig- nated bulb. Using a bulb other than those specified by LABOMED may lead to a fire hazards. Fingerprints or stains on the lamp bulb reduce its life.
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Page 9: Lx Pol Binocular
Lx POL Lx POL BINOCULAR Binocular viewing tube 30° inclined Eyepieces Bertrand lens focusing knob Bertrand lens on/off Allen keys for objective centering Intermediate Analyzer Kit Parking for additional Bertrand Lens centering screw wave plates (2) Analyzer on/off Port of wave plate Centerable Revolving Nosepiece Circular stage Polarizing Objectives... -
Page 10: Lx Pol Trinocular
Lx POL Lx POL TRINOCULAR Trinocular viewing tube, 30° inclined Eyepieces Bertrand lens focusing knob Bertrand lens on/off Allen keys for objective centering Intermediate Analyzer Kit Parking for additional Bertrand Lens centering screw wave plates (2) Analyzer on/off Port of wave plate Centerable Revolving Nosepiece Polarizing Objectives Circular stage... -
Page 11: Unpacking Your Microscope
Lx POL UNPACKING YOUR MICROSCOPE Power Cord Observation Head Microscope Arm Eye Pieces Lx POL Issue 1.3 9151000-795 Printed on April,2019... -
Page 12: Standard Components
Lx POL STANDARD COMPONENTS After removing your microscope from its packaging, make sure that all of the following contents are present. “Please note that the contents of your microscope may vary as the optional configuration, contrasting method or viewing body opted for may not be of the standard configuration highlighted here”. Binocular viewing tube 30°... -
Page 13: Optional Accessories & Installation
Lx POL OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES SYSTEM DIAGRAM OF OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES CMB CAMERA ADAPTER ATLAS CMOS CAMERA VEGA CMOS CAMERA IVU TOUCH SCREEN WF 10x WF 16x WF 20x BINOCULAR HEAD TRINOCULAR HEAD RP 4x RP 10x RP 20x RP 40x (SL) RP 50x (SL, OIL) RP 100x (SL, OIL) RP PH 10x... - Page 14 Lx POL INSTALLATION AND OPERATION OF OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES CAMERA MODULE SYSTEM 1. Mount the Video adapter 1/2” on Trinocular observation head. 2. Mount Camera Module System on Video adapter. Fig. 3 Fig. 4 Fig. 5 OPTIONAL EYEPIECES 10X eyepieces are provided. To replace: 1.
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Page 15: Detailed Introduction Of Assemblies
Lx POL DETAILED INTRODUCTION OF ASSEMBLIES ABBE CONDENSER Lx POL Abbe condenser is has following important basic require- Top Lens ments i.e. 1. Stain free optical system. 2. Rotate knurled ring to open and close IRIS Diaphragm for respective Objective magnification in order to match numerical aperture. -
Page 16: Centerable Revolving Nose Piece
Lx POL objectives are assembled only after passing the strict testing. Lx POL comes with standard 4x, 10x, 40x objectives LABOMED US A that solve the purposes of viewing specimen in conoscopic &... -
Page 17: Eye Pieces
Lx POL EYE PIECES Lx POL comes with a pair of Eye Pieces. One of the eyepieces has a crosshair reticule to mark the center of the field of view and the second for normal viewing. Orientation of the Eye Piece with respect to the Polarizer and Analyzer is ensured by the eye tube lower that slides into the observation Bino Body tube. -
Page 18: Initial Setup
Lx POL INITIAL SETUP OBSERVATION HEAD Install the observation head using the following procedure: Refer Fig. 15 1. Using allen wrench 3mm (provided), loosen the Head Locking Screw (1) and remove the dust cover cap provided in dovetail cavity as well as on observation head dovetail. 2. -
Page 19: Mounting The Daylight (Blue) Filter
Lx POL MOUNTING THE DAYLIGHT (BLUE) FILTER This filter modifies the color of observation light into a natural (day- light) color. Place Blue filter on Koehler Mount. Fig. 18 STAGE CLIPS Fix Stage Clips on round rotatable stage for holding the POL speci- men. -
Page 20: Centration
Lx POL CENTRATION PREPARATION FOR CENTRATION Step: 1 Disengage the Analyzer and Bertrand Lens by switching the operat- ing lever to “O” position as shown in Fig. 13. Fully open the aperture diaphragm of the condenser by rotating its ring to the extreme left. Lower the microscope stage. -
Page 21: Objective Centration
Lx POL OBJECTIVE CENTRATION Swing in 10x objective in the light path. Adjust the condenser aper- ture diaphragm. Retrieve the two centering keys (Ref Fig 13 Part 5) and insert them in the centering holes (Ref Fig 10 Part 1) above the objective you want to center. - Page 22 Lx POL EXTINCTION ADJUSTMENT 1. Remove all compensator; specimen & test plates out of light path. 2. Swing in 10x Objective in the light path. 3. Bring preset vibration direction Analyzer plate by moving Analyz- er lever to ‘A’ position (Ref. Fig 14 Part-3) 4.
- Page 23 Lx POL SUMMARY OF POLARIZED LIGHT OBSERVATION PROCEDURE Flip the main switch to “ON” Disengage Analyzer and Bertrand Lens lever to “O” position. Fuse Holder Main switch Engage the 10X objective in the light path. Adjust the observation tube and eyepieces Adjust the interpupillary distance.
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Page 24: Placing The Specimen On Stage
Lx POL DETAILED OBSERVATION PROCEDURE PLACING SPECIMEN ON THE STAGE 1. Rotate the coarse adjustment knob (2) in anticlockwise direction to fully lower the stage. 2. Press the spring loaded clip lever (3) by pushing lever handle (1), place the specimen by sliding the specimen glass plate (s) on the stage. -
Page 25: Adjusting The Focus
Lx POL ADJUSTING THE FOCUS Focusing Procedure (Figure 30) 1. Rotate the coarse adjustment knob (1) clockwise so that the objective (3) is as close as possible to the specimen (we recommend starting with 10X). 2. While observing the specimen through the eyepieces, slowly rotate the coarse adjustment knob (1) counterclockwise to lower the stage. -
Page 26: Adjusting The Diopter
Lx POL ADJUSTING THE DIOPTER Procedure for adjusting the diopter: 1. Rotate the right eyepiece to match the marking of your IPD (If your IPD is 64, rotate the eyepiece to 64 mark). 2. While looking through the right eyepiece with your right eye, rotate the coarse and fine adjustment knobs to bring the specimen into focus. -
Page 27: Switching The Objectives
USING THE 100X IMMERSION OBJECTIVE The designated immersion oil should be in contact with the cover lens of the 100X immersion objective. If not, the specimen will appear distorted and dull. It is recommended that LABOMED immersion oil is always used. Immersion Process 1. -
Page 28: Troubleshooting Guide
Under certain conditions, performance of the unit may be adversely affected by factors other than defects. If problems occur, please review the following list and take corrective action as needed. If problem persists, please contact LABOMED or your local LABOMED dealer. OBSERVATION... - Page 29 Lx POL OBSERVATION CAUSE REMEDY Set the specimen correctly with the 8. Objective hits the specimen when The specimen slide is upside down cover glass facing upwards an objective is switched to a higher magnification objective The cover glass is too thick Use a cover glass with thickness of 0.17mm The stage is raised too high...
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Page 30: Specifications
Lx POL SPECIFICATIONS 1. Illumination Built-in illumination system Halogen/ LED 2. Focusing mechanism Stage height adjustment mechanism Fine adjustment scale: 3.0µm per graduation Fine adjustment stroke: 0.3mm per turn Total stroke: 12.7mm Co-axial coarse and fine focusing on ball drive 3. - Page 31 920 Auburn Court Fremont, CA 94538 U.S.A. Phone: 510-445-1257 Fax: 510-991-9862 Email: sales@laboamerica.com www.laboamerica.com EU REP. Labomed Europe Essebaan 50 NL-2908 LK Capelle a/d IJssel The Netherlands Tel: +31 (0)10 4584222 Fax: +31 (0)10 4508251 E-mail: info@labomedeurope.com A28240 ISO 9001...
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