Maintenance And Cleaning - KERN Optics OIV-6 User Instructions

1.4 Maintenance and cleaning

In any case, the unit must be kept clean and regularly cleaned of dust.
Before wiping down the unit when wet, make sure that the power is switched off.
Glass components should preferably be wiped lightly with a lint-free cloth if
contaminated.
To wipe off oil stains or fingerprints from lens surfaces, the lint-free cloth is moistened
with a mixture of ether and alcohol (mixing ratio 70 / 30) and then used for cleaning.
Ether and alcohol must always be handled with care as they are highly flammable
substances. It is therefore essential to keep them away from naked flames and
electrical appliances that are switched on and off, and to use them only in well-
ventilated rooms.
However, organic solutions of this type should not be used to clean other components
of the unit. This could result in changes to the paintwork. It is sufficient to use a neutral
cleaning agent for this purpose.
Other cleaning agents for the optical components include:
 Special cleaner for optical lenses
 Special optical cleaning cloths
 Bellows
 Brush
If handled correctly and checked regularly, the microscope will function smoothly for
many years.
Should a repair still be necessary, contact your KERN dealer or our Technical Service.
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