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  • Page 1 User Guide: SW380 Series...
  • Page 2 Welcome to your Swift SW380 Series microscope! Whether you are a seasoned professional or a beginner hobbyist, Swift has the perfect microscope for you. This guide will introduce you to the components of your new microscope and help you begin using it. For more information about our microscopes, software downloads,...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents I. Specifications II. Parts of the microscope III. Assembly and set up IV. Using the microscope V. Mounting a camera attachment(only for Model SW380T) VI. Caring for your microscope VII. Troubleshooting VIII. Warranty information and customer support...
  • Page 4: Specifications

    I. Specifications Model SW380B SW380T Head 360° rotatable Binocular 360° rotatable Trinocular Siedentopf Siedentopf Inclination 30° Eyepieces Wide-field 10X and 25X pairs Interpupillary 48-75mm distance Diopter adjustment On left tube, +/-5dp Nosepiece Quadruple revolving Achromatic Objectives 4X, NA 0.1, working distance 37.5mm 10X, NA 0.25, working distance 6.54mm 40X(Spring), NA 0.65, working distance 0.63mm 100X (Spring, Oil), NA 1.25, working distance 0.195mm...
  • Page 5: Parts Of The Microscope

    II. Parts of the microscope SW380T III. Assembly and set up Carefully remove the microscope body from the box and set it on a sturdy, flat surface. Remove the microscope head from the box and secure it to the body with the head locking screw, using care not to overtighten.
  • Page 6 Clip a slide into the slide holder on the stage. Use the X-Y translational control knobs on the right side of the stage to move the stage front to back or the slide holder left to right to center the specimen over the bulb. Move the binocular eyepieces closer together or further apart until you see one image when you look through them.
  • Page 7: Mounting A Camera Attachment(Only For Model Sw380T)

    V. Mounting a camera attachment(only for Model SW380T) Place the eyepiece adapter into the trinocular camera port on the top of the microscope and mount an eyepiece camera (not included) directly on it. If you would like to use a C- mount camera (not included), unscrew the top ring from the eyepiece adapter.
  • Page 8  Do not use same area of gauze or lens tissue to wipe more than once. Avoid touching the optical surfaces directly and never disassemble the optical components of the microscope. When not using eyepieces, use the plastic covers to protect the eyepiece lens holders and ocular lens.
  • Page 9: Troubleshooting

    If you have a problem, you may be able to correct it yourself. Here are some common issues and easy solutions you can try before calling customer support for service. *Caution: Never disassemble the electrical, mechanical, or optical components. This servicing should only be done by a Swift technician. Issue Possible cause...
  • Page 10 Light is too dim Iris aperture is closed too Open the iris aperture wider Bulb setting is too low Increase intensity on the control wheel Condenser lens is dirty Wipe the condenser lens off with a soft cloth Voltage is too low Use the supplied power adapter Image won't come into...
  • Page 11: Warranty Information And Customer Support

    ● One (1) Year Warranty for Electrical and Video components. Does not cover light bulbs, batteries, fuses, or electrical cords. All warranties start from the original date of purchase. Swift provides the repair or replacement of warrantied parts for free, including labor, during the warranty period.
  • Page 12 These improvements occasionally involve small modifications to the mechanical structure and optical design of our microscopes. Therefore, some descriptions, illustrations, and specifications in this instruction manual may vary slightly from the microscope you receive. Swift Optical Instruments, Inc. (877) 967-9438 www.swiftoptical.com...

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Sw380bSw380t
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