Nikon ECLIPSE E600 Instructions Manual page 5

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7. Precautions for moving the microscope
First detach the lamphouse, and then securely hold
the microscope by the base of the arm from the
back.
This microscope is a precision optical instrument,
so handle it carefully and do not subject it to a
strong physical shock. (The accuracy of the
objective in particular may be adversely affected
by even a weak physical shock.)
In addition, do not grasp the focus knobs, eyepiece
tube, stage, etc. when carrying the microscope.
This could cause the part to come off, resulting
in damage to the microscope.