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Olympus BXFM Instructions Manual

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BXFM
System Microscope
This instruction manual is for the system microscope model BXFM.
Optical Microscope and Accessory
To ensure the safety, obtain optimum performance and to familiarize yourself fully with
the use of this system, we recommend that you study this manual thoroughly before
operating this system, and always keep this manual at hand when operating this system.
Retain this instruction manual in an easily accessible place near the work desk for future
reference.
For details of products included in the configuration of this system, see page 10.
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  • Page 1 Instructions BXFM System Microscope This instruction manual is for the system microscope model BXFM. Optical Microscope and Accessory To ensure the safety, obtain optimum performance and to familiarize yourself fully with the use of this system, we recommend that you study this manual thoroughly before operating this system, and always keep this manual at hand when operating this system.
  • Page 2 Refer to your local Olympus distributor in EU for return and/or collection systems available in your country. NOTE: This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Placing a sample ..................................18 3-6 Selecting the objective ..........................19 3-7 Focusing ................................. 20 Moving the BXFM frame vertically ..........................20 Adjusting the tension of the coarse focusing knob ..................20 Using the rubber cap for fine focusing knob ....................20 3-8 Adjusting the brightness .......................... 21 When the LED lamp housing is combined ......................21...
  • Page 4 3-9 Adjusting the observation tube ......................22 Tilting adjustment ..................................22 Using the eye shades ................................22 Adjusting the interpupillary distance ........................23 Adjusting the diopter ................................23 3-10 Adjusting the field diaphragm of the reflected light illumination ......25 Using the field diaphragm (FS) ............................25 Adjusting during observation ............................26 Centering of the field diaphragm (FS) ........................27 3-11 Adjusting the aperture diaphragm of the reflected light illumination .....
  • Page 5 4-8 Inserting the DIC slider ..........................44 Inserting the DIC slider ................................44 Adjusting the prism ..................................45 4-9 Opening/Closing the shutter ....................... 46 4-10 Inserting the MIX slider for reflected light observation ..........47 Inserting the MIX slider for reflected light observation ....................47 Turning ON the illumination of the MIX slider for reflected light observation .......47 Adjusting the brightness ..............................48 Selecting the illumination pattern ..........................49...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    UIS2 (UIS) optical system series. Using inappropriate units restricts the performance. (There are units usable with the BX series. Contact Olympus or refer to the latest version of catalogs.) Configuration of instruction manuals Read all the instruction manuals provided with the units you purchased.

  • Page 8: Safety Precautions

    Attach each unit at the appropriate angle. · If you use the BXFM system in combination with the stand (U-ST), attach the BXFM frame (BXFM-F) at within ±30 degrees with respect to Front the column.
  • Page 9 BXFM-ILHS Upper limit: 7.5 kg, lower limit: unlimited · Do not use the illuminator holder for BXFM (BX3M-ILH) with combination of the stand (U-ST), because this makes the system unstable. · When using the illuminator holder for BXFM (BX3M-ILH) with combination of the large stand (SZ-STL), the image may fluctuate or blur irregularly when a 50X or higher-power objective is used.
  • Page 10 CAUTION - Electric safety - Always use the power cord provided by Olympus. If the proper AC adapter, the power cord and other cables are not used, the electric safety and the EMC (Electro- Magnetic Compatibility) performance of the product cannot be assured. If no power cord is provided, please select the proper power cord by referring to the section “Proper selection of the power cord”...
  • Page 11 BXFM CAUTION - LED (light emitting diode) - Do not look directly at the light from the LED light source for a long time. The LED built in this product is basically eye-safe. However, do not look directly at the light from the LED lamp house for a long time, since it may cause damage to your eyes.
  • Page 12 CAUTION - Halogen lamp housing / Mercury lamp housing - Confirm that the lamp is attached properly and cords are connected properly. Remove the power cord from the product when replacing the lamp. To avoid electric shock hazards and burns when replacing the lamp, set the main switch of the power supply for the light source to (OFF), then remove the power cord from the product in advance.
  • Page 13 Interference contrast filter (U-25IF550) / High temperature L42 filter (U-25L42) / Light balancing filter (U-25LBD) / Yellow filter (U-25Y48) / Empty slider (U-25) / Light balancing amber filter (U-25LBA) When caution labels are dirty or peeled off, contact Olympus for replacement or inquiries.
  • Page 14 · If there is any possibility that you have inhaled mercury steam, consult the doctor immediately and follow his/ her instructions. 6. The used mercury burner must be disposed of as the industrial waste. If you cannot dispose of it by yourself properly, contact Olympus for assistance.

  • Page 15: Nomenclature Of Units

    The diagram shown in this section shows the major units only. For units combinable to this product, see "2 List of combinable units" (page 10). Illuminator Eyepiece Observation tube Light source for reflected light illumination BXFM frame Nosepiece MIX slider/DIC slider for Illuminator holder reflected light observation Objective Stand...

  • Page 16: List Of Combinable Units

    BX3M-RLA-S BX3M-RLAS-S BX3M-URAS-S U-KMAS Illuminator U-RCV Option U-LLGAD Light source for BX3M-LEDR reflected light U-LH100HGAPO illumination U-LH100HG U-LH100L-3 U-LH100IR U-HGLGPS Power supply U-RFL-T TH4-100 TH4-200 BX3M-PSLED BXFM-F is categorized as optical microscope, other products are categorized as optical microscope accessory.
  • Page 17 BXFM : Combination available (including units with restrictions) : Combination prohibited : Unnecessary for observation Reflected light Observation method Brightfield/ Differential Simple Brightfield Darkfield darkfield interference Fluorescence Infrared Units polarization simultaneously contrast Light sources U-LLG150 U-LLG300 U-RMT Nosepiece U-P4RE U-P5BDRE...
  • Page 18 Camera adapter U-TV0.25XC U-TV0.35XC-2 U-TV0.5XC-3 U-TV0.63XC U-TV1XC U-TV1X-2 U-CMAD3 Hand switch BX3M-HS U-HSEXP BX3M-HSRE TH4-HS Control box BX3M-CBFM U-CBS Eyepiece WHN10X WHN10X-H CROSSWHN10X SWH10X-H Refer to "8 Optical performance list <<UIS2 series>>" (Page 59). Objective Other optional BXFM-ILHSPU units DSX-CALS-HR...
  • Page 19 BXFM MEMO...

  • Page 20: Basic Operations Of The Microscope (Brightfield Observation)

    X-axis / Y-axis knob of the stage (page 18) Nosepiece (page 19) Engage the 10X objective in the light path. Coarse / Fine focusing knob of the BXFM Bring the sample into focus. frame (page 20) Brightness control knob of the power supply Adjust the brightness.
  • Page 21 BXFM Make a copy of this observation method guide. Place it near the microscope so that you use it when operating the microscope.

  • Page 22: Turning On The Main Switch

    3-2 Turning ON the main switch If the control box (BX3M-CB) is combined, set the main switch of the control box to (ON). When the power is ON, the beep sound is heard once. If the control box for coded function (U-CBS) is combined, set the main switch of the control box for coded function to (ON).

  • Page 23: When Bx3M-Rla-S Is Combined

    BXFM When BX3M-RLA-S is combined Select the observation method using the brightfield/darkfield selector knob. Display Function The brightfield observation is selected. The darkfield observation is selected. · Slide the brightfield/darkfield selector knob to the stopper NOTE position completely. · The dummy slider a is attached to the nosepiece as a factory default.

  • Page 24: Changing Between The Eyepiece Light Path And The Camera Light Path

    3-4 Changing between the eyepiece light path and the camera light path You can select the light path for observing with the eyepiece or the light path for observing with the display, etc. through the camera. Slide the light path selection lever of the trinocular tube to select the light path.

  • Page 25: Selecting The Objective

    BXFM 3-6 Selecting the objective When selecting the objective, be careful not to collide with NOTE the sample. When the manual or coded nosepiece is combined Turn the nosepiece to select the objective. When the motorized nosepiece is combined Press the button of the hand switch for motorized nosepiece (BX3M- HSRE) to select the objective.

  • Page 26: Focusing

    Moving the BXFM frame vertically Turn the coarse focusing knob a and the fine focusing knob b in the arrow direction to move the BXFM frame downward. (The objective approaches the sample.) Adjusting the tension of the coarse focusing knob...

  • Page 27: Adjusting The Brightness

    BXFM 3-8 Adjusting the brightness When the LED lamp housing is combined B X 3 M Turn the brightness control knob of the power supply for LED (BX3M- - P S L E PSLED) a clockwise to increase the brightness of the illumination.

  • Page 28: Adjusting The Observation Tube

    3-9 Adjusting the observation tube Tilting adjustment This function is available when U-TBI-3, U-TTR-2 or U-SWETTR-5 is combined. You can adjust the observation tube to the easy-to-see height and angle so that you can observe with a comfortable posture. Adjustable Observation tube angle U-TBI-3...

  • Page 29: Adjusting The Interpupillary Distance

    BXFM Adjusting the interpupillary distance The adjustment of the interpupillary distance is to adjust the distance between two eyepieces to fit to the distance between your two eyes. By doing so, you can see the single microscope image so that the fatigue of your eyes during observation can be reduced.
  • Page 30 When the eyepiece is equipped with the eyepiece micrometer While looking into the eyepiece equipped with the eyepiece micrometer, turn the diopter adjustment ring b to adjust so that the scales or lines of the eyepiece micrometer in the field of view are clearly visible.

  • Page 31: Adjusting The Field Diaphragm Of The Reflected Light Illumination

    BXFM 3-10 Adjusting the field diaphragm of the reflected light illumination Using the field diaphragm (FS) When BX3M-RLAS-S or BX3M-URAS-S is combined Move the field diaphragm knob a of the reflected light illuminator vertically to adjust the field diaphragm. Field diaphragm knob position...

  • Page 32: Adjusting During Observation

    When BX3M-URAS-S is combined Image sensor 1/3.2 1/2.5 1/1.8 inch size inch inch 1 inch Camera 2/3 inch 1/3 inch 1/2 inch adapter 0.5X 0.63X · If the field diaphragm is not centered, the area around the NOTE field of view may be darkened partially. For the centering of the field diaphragm, see "Centering of the field diaphragm (FS)"...

  • Page 33: Centering Of The Field Diaphragm (Fs)

    BXFM Centering of the field diaphragm (FS) When centering the field diaphragm, be careful not to NOTE touch the X-axis and Y-axis of the stage with your arm. Use the Allen screwdriver provided with the microscope to perform the centering.
  • Page 34 BX3M-RLAS-S, BX3M-URAS-S BX3M-RLA-S Move the field diaphragm knob (field diaphragm lever) t o o p e n t h e f i e l d d i a p h r a g m i m a g e u n t i l t h e f i e l d diaphragm image inscribes to the field of view.

  • Page 35: Adjusting The Aperture Diaphragm Of The Reflected Light Illumination

    BXFM 3-11 Adjusting the aperture diaphragm of the reflected light illumination Using the aperture diaphragm (AS) When BX3M-RLAS-S or BX3M-URAS-S is combined Move the aperture diaphragm knob a of the reflected light illuminator vertically to adjust the aperture diaphragm. Aperture diaphragm knob position (color bar)

  • Page 36: Adjusting During Observation

    Adjusting during observation Reflected light brightfield observation When using BX3M-RLA-S, narrow down the aperture diaphragm to between 70 and 80% of the numerical aperture of the objective to perform the excellent observation. Aperture diaphragm image Reflected light darkfield observation / Reflected light fluorescence observation Open the aperture diaphragm during the observation.

  • Page 37: Centering The Mercury Burner

    BXFM 3-12 Centering the mercury burner The centering of the mercury burner is necessary when U-LH100HG/U-LH100HGAPO is combined with the system. The mercury burner emits the light by means of discharge produced when a current is supplied across electrodes. If the electrode position is shifted to cause the light not falling on the sample appropriately due to replacing the burner, etc.,...
  • Page 38 10 12 Turn the collector lens focusing knob to project the arc image on U-CST. (Picture A) If the arc image is not projected, turn the burner centering knobs. Turn the burner centering knobs to move the arc image to the center of the right (left) half of the field of view.

  • Page 39: Inserting The Reflected Light Illumination Filter

    BXFM 3-13 Inserting the reflected light illumination filter Using the ND filter lever This function is available only with BX3M-RLA-S. The ND filter links with the selection of the observation method. Using this ND filter reduces the glare when the light path is changed from the darkfield (DF) to the brightfield (BF).

  • Page 40: Using The Filter

    (Band-pass filters for IR) observation U-BP1200IR Filter for IR (wavelength: 1200 nm) (Band-pass filters for IR) observation Empty slider Used by combining arbitrary filters. U-25 If you want to insert the filter from the right side of the reflected light illuminator, contact Olympus.
  • Page 41 BXFM Attaching the arbitrary filter The arbitrary filter with the following size can be inserted to the empty slider (U-25). Diameter Ø25 mm Thickness 2.6 mm or less Set the display surface of the empty slider facing down and the surface attached with the cover facing up.

  • Page 42: Various Observation Methods

    X-axis / Y-axis knob of the stage (page 18) Nosepiece (page 19) Engage the 10X objective in the light path. Coarse / Fine focusing knob of the BXFM Bring the sample into focus. frame (page 20) Brightness control knob of the power supply Adjust the brightness.

  • Page 43: Reflected Light Simple Polarization Observation Procedures

    X-axis / Y-axis knob of the stage (page 18) Nosepiece (page 19) Engage the 10X objective in the light path. Coarse / Fine focusing knob of the BXFM Bring the sample into focus. frame (page 20) Brightness control knob of the power supply Adjust the brightness.

  • Page 44: Reflected Light Differential Interference Contrast (Dic) Observation

    X-axis / Y-axis knob of the stage (page 18) Nosepiece (page 19) Engage the 10X objective in the light path. Coarse / Fine focusing knob of the BXFM Bring the sample into focus. frame (page 20) Brightness control knob of the power supply Adjust the brightness.

  • Page 45: Reflected Light Fluorescence Observation Procedures

    Shutter of the reflected light illuminator Open the shutter. (page 46) Coarse / Fine focusing knob of the BXFM Bring the sample into focus. frame (page 20) Brightness control knob of the power supply Adjust the brightness.

  • Page 46: Reflected Light Infrared Observation Procedures

    Brightfield/darkfield selector knob of the Select the brightfield observation. reflected light illuminator (page 16) Bring the sample top surface into focus Coarse / Fine focusing knob of the BXFM with the visible wavelength. frame (page 20) Insert the band-pass filters for IR Filter insertion slot of the reflected light (U-BP1100IR, U-BP1200IR, U-25).

  • Page 47: Reflected Light Simultaneous Observation For Bf/Df

    X-axis / Y-axis knob of the stage (page 18) Nosepiece (page 19) Engage the 10X objective in the light path. Coarse / Fine focusing knob of the BXFM Bring the sample into focus. frame (page 20) Brightness control knob of the power supply Adjust the brightness.

  • Page 48: Setting The Analyzer And The Polarizer Of The Reflected Light Illumination

    4-7 Setting the analyzer and the polarizer of the reflected light illumination When BX3M-URAS-S, BX3M-RLA-S or BX3M- KMA-S is combined · When performing the sensitive tint observation using the NOTE DIC slider (U-DICRH), combine with the polarizer (U-POTP3). · When using the mercury lamp housing, be sure to use the L42 filter (U-25L42) to prevent the polarizer from tarnish.

  • Page 49: When Bx3M-Rlas-S Is Combined

    BXFM When BX3M-RLAS-S is combined Adjusting the analyzer finely If the DIC slider is engaged in the light path, remove it from the light path. For details, see "4-8 Inserting the DIC slider" (page 44). Engage the 10X objective or 20X objective in the light path and bring the sample into focus approximately.

  • Page 50: Inserting The Dic Slider

    4-8 Inserting the DIC slider This operation is necessary when the DIC slider for reflected light observation (U-DICR, U-DICRH or U-DICRHC) is combined with the system. Inserting the DIC slider Push in the DIC slider to the second level (position where the clicking sound is heard).

  • Page 51: Adjusting The Prism

    BXFM Adjusting the prism Turn the prism movement knob of the DIC slider to select the interference color with the highest contrast according to the sample. The interference color of the background changes U-DICR : continuously from the gray sensitive color to the U-DICRHC : magenta sensitive color (from -100 to 600 nm).

  • Page 52: Opening/Closing The Shutter

    4-9 Opening/Closing the shutter This operation is necessary when the coded universal reflected light illuminator (BX3M-URAS-S) is combined. Push in the shutter to the second level (position where the clicking sound is heard). Shutter position Light path First level (pulled out) Second level (pressed in)

  • Page 53: Inserting The Mix Slider For Reflected Light Observation

    BXFM 4-10 Inserting the MIX slider for reflected light observation Inserting the MIX slider for reflected light observation Push the MIX slider for reflected light observation (U-MIXR) in the second level (position where the clicking sound is heard). MIX slider for reflected light...

  • Page 54: Adjusting The Brightness

    Adjusting the brightness Press the light intensity button a of the hand switch (BX3M-HS) to adjust the brightness of the illumination. Button Operation Function Darken by Short press predetermined quantity. Long press Darken continuously. Brighten by Short press predetermined quantity. Long press Brighten continuously.

  • Page 55: Selecting The Illumination Pattern

    BXFM Selecting the illumination pattern Press the MODE button a of the hand switch (BX3M-HS) to select the illumination pattern. The indicator b turns ON according to the illumination pattern. Operation Function Short press Changes the illumination pattern. Long press...

  • Page 56: Using The Oil Immersion Objective

    Apply the specified oil (immersion oil) to the tip of the oil immersion objective. Otherwise, the observation image can not be brought into focus. Always use the immersion oil made by Olympus. If you NOTE use the immersion oil other than those made by Olympus, the correct optical performance cannot be exhibited.

  • Page 57: Troubleshooting

    Depending on how you use, the performance of this microscope may not be exhibited, though they are not failure. If problems occur, please review the following list and take remedial action as needed. If you cannot improve the phenomena after checking the entire list, please contact Olympus for assistance. 5-1 Optical systems...
  • Page 58 Phenomena Cause Remedy Page The peripheral area of the field The light path selection lever of the Stop the light path selection lever of view becomes dark. Or, the trinocular tube is not stopped at the of the trinocular tube at the position brightness of the field of view is correct position.
  • Page 59 BXFM Phenomena Cause Remedy Page The one-sided blur appears in The nosepiece is not attached Push in the nosepiece along the the observation image. correctly. mounting dovetail until it touches the end, and secure it. The objective is not correctly Turn the nosepiece until the clicking engaged in the light path.

  • Page 60: Coarse/Fine Focusing

    Repair request If you cannot improve the phenomena after taking the above remedies, please contact Olympus for assistance. At that time, please tell them the following information as well. · Product name and abbreviation (Example: stage with coaxial knobs on the bottom right U-SVRM) ·...

  • Page 61: Specifications

    BXFM Specifications Configuration units Product name Specifications Focusing unit BXFM frame BXFM-F Vertically movable objective Movable range: 30 mm Fine focusing knob: Moving distance per one rotation: 0.2 mm Coarse focusing knob: Moving distance per one rotation: 36 mm Equipped with tension adjustment mechanism...
  • Page 62 Configuration units Product name Specifications Nosepiece Manual type U-5RE-2 5 holes U-D6RE 6 holes, detachable slider U-D6RE-ESD 6 holes, detachable slider, support ESD U-D7RE 7 holes, detachable slider U-5BDRE 5 holes, darkfield observation available U-D5BDRE 5 holes, darkfield observation available, detachable slider U-D6BDRE 6 holes, darkfield observation available, detachable slider Manual type...

  • Page 63: Main Dimension Diagram

    BXFM Main dimension diagram BXFM frame BXFM-F Movable 4-M4, depth 9 range 4-M8, depth 8 4-M4, depth 7 Provided with Illuminator mounting holder S BXFM-F + BXFM-ILHS Pillar center Holder mount surface Nosepiece mount surface Objective mount surface Specimen surface...
  • Page 64 Provided with Illuminator Mounting Holder / Assist spring for BXFM BXFM-F + BX3M-ILH + BXFM-ILHSPU Pillar center Holder mount surface Nosepiece mount surface Objective mount surface Specimen surface...

  • Page 65: Optical Performance List <

    NOTE combination with this product even though Objective field number ** they are not listed here. Contact Olympus for details. Cover glass thickness - : Use either with or without the cover glass 0 : Use without the cover glass ** “FN”...
  • Page 66 Basic information by objective Eyepiece Optical performance Numeri- Working Cover glass WHN10X(FN22) SWH10X(FN26.5) Magnifica- distance thickness tion aperture (mm) (mm) Actual field Actual field Total mag- Total mag- of view of view Series name Notation nification nification (mm) (mm) MPLN MPlanN 0.10 20.0...
  • Page 67 BXFM Eyepiece Optical performance Numeri- Working Cover glass WHN10X(FN22) SWH10X(FN26.5) Magnifica- distance thickness tion aperture (mm) (mm) Actual field Actual field Total mag- Total mag- of view of view Series name Notation nification nification (mm) (mm) SLMPLN SLMPlanN 0.25 25.0...
  • Page 68 Abbreviations used for objective None For brightfield For brightfield/darkfield BDP For brightfield/darkfield, polarization For infrared Number Objective magnification None UIS objective UIS2 objective None Achromat: Corrects the aberration by 2 wavelengths (blue and red). Semi-apochromat: Corrects the color aberration in the visible range (from blue-violet to red) APO Apochromat: Corrects the color aberration in the entire visible range (from violet to red) Plan: Corrects the image plane curvature around the field.

  • Page 69: Assembly

    The numbers in the following diagram represent the order to attach each unit. The units shown in the following diagram are typical examples. For combination of units, contact Olympus or refer to the latest catalogs. (In order to ensure the performance, ask Olympus to attach/detach the units.)

  • Page 70: Assembly Procedures

    Attaching the illuminator holder Align the mounting hole a of the BXFM frame (BXFM-F) with the screw holes b (4 positions) of the illuminator holder, and tighten the screws (4 pcs.) provided with the illuminator holder to secure the illuminator holder using the Allen screwdriver.
  • Page 71 Turn the knob b of the BXFM frame (BXFM-F) to loosen it. Insert the BXFM frame into the column of the stand, stop it at the position you want to secure it and turn the knob of the BXFM frame (BXFM-F) to tighten it.
  • Page 72 Align the screw holes a (2 positions) of the illuminator holder for BXFM (BX3M-ILH) with the mounting holes b (2 positions) of the provided bracket, and tighten the provided screws c to secure it.
  • Page 73 Without aligning the mounting screws a (4 positions) of the reflected light illuminator with the mounting screw holes b of the illuminator holder for BXFM (BX3M-ILH) at first, place the reflected light illuminator on the mounting surface at the slightly right position.
  • Page 74 Attaching the observation tube Loosen the observation tube clamping screw of the observation tube attaching portion using the Allen screwdriver. Fit the circular dovetail of the observation tube into the observation tube attaching portion so that the scale numbers of the interpupillary distance displayed on the observation tube face to the front.
  • Page 75 BXFM Attaching the objective Attach the objectives by screwing them into the nosepiece mounting holes. When the motorized nosepiece and the hand switch are combined Attach the magnet sheet corresponding to the objectives attached to the OB indicator display pocket a of the hand switch (BX3M-HS).
  • Page 76 Attaching the nosepiece Turn the coarse focusing knob to lower the BXFM frame sufficiently. Loosen the nosepiece clamping screw using the Allen screwdriver. Be careful, if the clamping screw is loosened too much, it NOTE may be come off. Insert the nosepiece from the front side along the nosepiece mounting dovetail of the reflected light illuminator, and push it until it touches the end.
  • Page 77 BXFM Attaching the motorized nosepiece Set the number of objective mounting holes of the nosepiece using the dip switch on the side of the FM control box (BX3M-CBFM). For setting the dip switch, refer to the instruction manual for BX3M-CBFM.
  • Page 78 Attaching the light source for reflected light illumination The light source for reflected light illumination must be attached when the reflected light illuminator (BX3M-URAS-S or BX3M- RLA-S) is combined with the microscope. If you want to attach the reflected LED lamp housing or the mercury lamp housing (during darkfield observation) when BX3M-URAS-S is combined, the DF converter (U-RCV) must be attached.
  • Page 79 BXFM Attaching the reflected LED lamp housing or the mercury lamp housing (during darkfield observation) to BX3M-URAS-S Loosen the mounting screws a (2 positions) of the DF converter (U-RCV) using the Allen screwdriver. Be careful, if the mounting screw is loosened too much, it NOTE may be come off.
  • Page 80 Attaching the lamp When replacing the lamp, set the main switch of the NOTE power supply to (OFF) and wait until the lamp housing and the lamp are sufficiently cooled down. Attaching the halogen bulb 12V100WHAL-L (made by PHILIPS Co. 7724I) Applicable bulb 12V100WHAL (made by PHILIPS Co.
  • Page 81 BXFM Fit the halogen lamp housing from the above and while pressing down the fixing screw, tighten it with the Allen screwdriver. Cautions when replacing the bulb during observation: CAUTION The bulb, the lamp housing and areas around the lamp housing are extremely hot during and right after use.
  • Page 82 Hold the new mercury burner wrapped with gauze, etc. and attach the + (positive) pole of the mercury burner d to the fixed mount on the upper side, then attach the - (negative) pole to the mount on the lower side. Be careful not to touch the burner directly with your hand NOTE and avoid leaving fingerprints or stains on the lamp.
  • Page 83 BXFM Attaching the fluorescence mirror unit The fluorescence mirror unit must be attached when the coded universal reflected light illuminator (BX3M-URAS-S) is combined with the microscope. When attaching the fluorescence mirror unit, be sure to NOTE engage the shutter in the light path for safety purpose.
  • Page 84 Hold the both sides of the inserted fluorescence mirror unit between the thumb and the pointing finger, and swing it from side to side lightly to confirm that the fluorescence mirror unit is secured firmly. Without this operation, the fluorescence mirror unit may be attached being tilted. Insert the indicator sheet corresponding to the fluorescence mirror unit which was inserted in in the inscription pocket c .

  • Page 85: Preventive Inspection Sheet For Illumination Devices

    · The table below identifies the check items to be observed. Put (X) if not applicable or ( ) if applicable. · If there are any check marks ( ), immediately stop using the product and request inspection to Olympus or replace with new illumination device(s).

  • Page 86: Proper Selection Of The Power Supply Cord

    If no power supply cord is provided, please select the proper power supply cord for the product by referring to “Specifications” and “Certified Cord” below: Caution : In case you use a non-approved power supply cord for Olympus products, Olympus can no longer warrant the electrical safety of the product.
  • Page 87 BXFM Table 2 HAR flexible cord Approval organizations and cordage harmonization marking methods Alternative marking utilizing Printed or embossed black-red-yellow thread (Length harmonization marking (May be of color section in mm) Approval organization located on jacket or insulation of internal wiring)
  • Page 88 Manufactured by Shinjuku Monolith, 2-3-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 163-0914, Japan Distributed by AX8562 03 Issued in May, 2019...

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