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SO-161-R
MICROSCOPE
USER MANUAL

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  • Page 1 SCAN OPTICS SO-161-R MICROSCOPE USER MANUAL...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Figure 1: SO-161-R Microscope Figure 2: SO-161-R Microscope shown with SO-331 Floor stand Figure 3: Assembling the SO-161-R Microscope Figure 4: Assembling the SO-161-R Microscope on SO-331 Floor stand Figure 5: SO-161-R Power supply bottom panel Figure 6: Articulated arm features...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Apart from those instructions within this manual, there are no user-serviceable parts in this microscope. Scan Optics will retain the discretion to advise whether any repairs may be taken out by external qualified technical personnel, or whether part(s) of the microscope must be returned to the manufacturer’s premises for service or repairs to be carried out under warranty or otherwise.
  • Page 4 SO-161-R Ophthalmic Microscope User Manual Page 4 of 18 Figure 2: SO-161-R Microscope shown with SO-331 Floor stand Issue number 1.0 X:\Current User Manuals\SO-161-R User Manual v1.0.doc...
  • Page 5: Parts List

    Pupillary distance setter SO-1510 Side handle Guide handle *Note that in SO-161-R microscopes supplied with the SO-331 floor stand, the power supply assembly is mounted on a pillar fitting, not a G-clamp. Refer to this manual for details. Issue number 1.0...
  • Page 6: Assembly Instructions

    CAUTION: • Scan Optics recommend that ALL packaging materials be retained by the user in a safe place, in case of future transit needs. • All covers are intended to be sterilised before any operating procedures.
  • Page 7: Mounting To The So-331 Floor Stand

    Place the pillar fitting/power supply assembly on the pillar and tighten the two grub screws to fix the assembly in place. Continue assembling the microscope from step 2 of the instructions for table mounting. Figure 3: Assembling the SO-161-R Microscope Issue number 1.0 X:\Current User Manuals\SO-161-R User Manual v1.0.doc...
  • Page 8 SO-161-R Ophthalmic Microscope User Manual Page 8 of 18 Figure 4: Assembling the SO-161-R Microscope on SO-331 Floor stand Issue number 1.0 X:\Current User Manuals\SO-161-R User Manual v1.0.doc...
  • Page 9: Battery Connection, Operation, Maintenance And Safety

    • Where battery backup is used, Scan Optics recommends a periodical check of the battery to ensure it is charged and functional. Issue number 1.0...
  • Page 10: Using The Microscope

    The microscope head may be tilted up by some 5 â and down by 45â by rotating the tilt adjustment knob. To tilt the head down, rotate the knob in the clockwise direction. To tilt the head up, rotate the knob anticlockwise. Figure 6: Articulated arm features Issue number 1.0 X:\Current User Manuals\SO-161-R User Manual v1.0.doc...
  • Page 11: Positioning The Microscope

    Use the manual light intensity adjustment to obtain a suitable setting. Note that lamp life will be extended if a lower light intensity setting is used. Figure 7: SO-161-R Power supply top panel Issue number 1.0...
  • Page 12: Lamp Replacement

    Page 12 of 18 LAMPHOUSE AND LAMP The lamp house on the SO-161-R ophthalmic microscope produces a coaxial light that provides a red fundus reflex from the back of the eye. The intensity of the light may be controlled from the top panel of the power supply. The lamp supplied has a rated average life of 50 hours, but the actual life of the lamp will depend on the intensity setting normally used.
  • Page 13: Sterilisation And Cleaning

    Guide handle covers are used for the optional guide handle and side handles CAUTION: • National authorities may require the use of specific sterilisation or disinfection methods. Figure 9: Sterilisable covers Issue number 1.0 X:\Current User Manuals\SO-161-R User Manual v1.0.doc...
  • Page 14: Care Of The Optical Head

    With the exception of the anti-mould pellet, no parts inside the optical head of the instrument can be serviced by the user. Attempts to dismantle the optical head or prism cover will make any warranty void. Issue number 1.0 X:\Current User Manuals\SO-161-R User Manual v1.0.doc...
  • Page 15: Adjusting Focus Friction

    MOULD PELLET REPLACEMENT Scan Optics microscopes are fitted with mould protection which lasts for approximately 3 years, however, this is dependent on the storage conditions and humidity of the local environment. In extreme tropical climates, it may be necessary to change the mould protection as frequently as every year.
  • Page 16 Focus right eye first through RHS eyepiece then adjust LHS eyepiece to compensate for error Microscope unsteady Unstable surface Stiffen mounting surface with a plate Knobs loose Tighten adjustment knobs as necessary Issue number 1.0 X:\Current User Manuals\SO-161-R User Manual v1.0.doc...
  • Page 17: Specifications

    MAINS POWER 220-240V/0.2A; 110-120V/0.4A OUTPUT 12V 50W INTENSITY CONTROL Continuous EARTHING via earth lead on mains cable (green/yellow) FUSE 250V/3A 20x5 mm CABLES Mains: Length 5 metres Battery: Length 5 metres Issue number 1.0 X:\Current User Manuals\SO-161-R User Manual v1.0.doc...
  • Page 18 Adjustable gas spring to set lifting force DIMENSIONS Vertical pillar to head optical axis max 840 mm (33") Pantograph arm vertical range 320 mm (13") MATERIALS No ferrous metals to rust or corrode Issue number 1.0 X:\Current User Manuals\SO-161-R User Manual v1.0.doc...

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