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- Page 1 Installation and Operating Instructions MSS-400 Series Professional Trinocular Stereozoom Microscopes Models 78904-48, -51, -54, -57, -60, -63...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Notes ________________________________________________________________________ 15 Introduction With your purchase of a Cole-Parmer MSS-400 Series microscope you have chosen a quality product. The MSS-400 Series stereomicroscopes are developed for professional industrial purposes, scientific research and education because of the excellent optical and mechanical properties, while very attractively priced. -
Page 3: General Safety Instructions
General safety instructions Intended use: A non-medical device This microscope is intended for general observation of cells and tissues, with transmitted/reflected illumination and with the specimen fixed on a slide. Dangers associated with the operation • Improper use could result in injury, malfunction or damage to property. It must be ensured that the operator informs every user of existing hazards •... -
Page 4: Disinfection And Decontamination
Dirt or fingerprints will reduce the life span and can result in uneven illumination, lowering the optical performance • Use only original MSS-400 Series replacement LEDs • The use of other products may cause malfunctions and will void warranty •... -
Page 5: Environment, Storage And Use
Models The MSS-400 Series is available in several different models, with a choice of stands and illuminations. The MSS-400 Series microscopes are equipped with 45° inclined tubes, two zoom objectives and a pair of wide field WF 10x/23 eyepieces. Model... -
Page 6: Components Of The Stereomicroscope
Components of the stereomicroscope The names of the individual parts are listed below and are indicated in the picture: Eyepiece/s Stand (rack & pinion version) Diopter adjustment Zoom adjustment knobs Head fixation screw Focusing knobs (only one is visible) Objective cover Incident illumination Brightness adjustment for transmitted illumination Brightness adjustment for incident illumination... -
Page 7: Eyepieces
(B). Interpupillary distance adjustable between 54 mm and 75 mm. Trinocular head is supplied with a fixed light path beam splitter (50:50). Objectives The MSS-400 Series is supplied with a 1:8.4 zoom objective with 0.65x to 5.5x magnifications, a field of view from 35.4 mm to 4.2 mm. Working distance 110 mm. Object stage The rack-and-pinion stands and the pillar stands are equipped with an object stage with a semi-transparent stage plate (G) and two object clips (N). -
Page 8: Stand Assemblies (Models 78904-54, -57, -63)
Boom Stand Assembly (Model 78904-54) - Page 9 Universal Stand Assembly (Model 78904-57)
- Page 10 Dual Flexible Arm Stand Assembly (Model 78904-63)
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Page 11: Preparing The Stereomicroscope For Use
Preparing the stereomicroscope for use Carefully remove the items from its packaging and place them on a flat, firm surface. Please do not expose the stereomicroscope to direct sun light, high temperatures, damp, dust or acute shake. Make sure the table or surface is flat and horizontal. -
Page 12: How To Set Up A Stereomicroscope
How to set up a stereomicroscope Setting up your stereomicroscope properly is essential to getting parfocal images during the entire zoom range. It also prevents headaches, stressful eyes and fatigue. Below is a setup guide to get the best out of your microscope. Turn the diopter adjustment rings Put a specimen on the stage plate Turn the zoom adjustment knob to... -
Page 13: Photo And Video
Photo and video Trinocular models • For trinocular models using the standard supplied trinocular tube, slide the camera with mounted C-mount adapter into the 23.2 mm tube of the photo port. For focusing, loosen the ring (A) and slowly unscrew the tube (B) you will be able to match parfocality of the camera with the view through the eyepieces. -
Page 14: Maintenance And Cleaning
Maintenance and cleaning Always place the dust cover over your MSS-400 Series microscope after use. Always keep the eyepieces mounted on the microscope to avoid dust entering the instrument Cleaning the optics When the eyepiece lenses are dirty, they can be cleaned by wiping a piece of lens paper over the surface (circular movements). -
Page 15: Notes
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