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Related Manuals for Leica Microsystems A60 Series
Summarization of Contents
Safety Instructions
Symbols Used in Operating Manual
Explains warning symbols like safety hazard, hot surface, and electrical voltage for safe operation.
Important Notes
Product Description and User Manual
Provides general information about the stereomicroscope's description, user manual contents, and legal requirements.
EC Declaration of Conformity
States that electrically operated accessories meet technology standards and have an EC Declaration of Conformity.
Instructions on Use
Intended Use
Defines the stereomicroscope's purpose for improving visibility through magnification and illumination.
Place of Use
Specifies environmental conditions like temperature, dust, and chemical exposure for optimal operation.
Non-Intended Use
Warns against improper usage, modifications, and unauthorized components that could impair safety features.
Safe Transport Guidelines
Guidelines for shipping and transporting individual modules using original packaging to prevent vibration damage.
Disposal Compliance
States that disposal must comply with locally applicable laws and regulations.
Third-Party Product Integration
Manufacturer's responsibility for system integration, safety instructions, laws, and guidelines.
Health Risks and Dangers of Use
Health Risks
Discusses potential eye strain and musculoskeletal issues from prolonged use and recommends workload reduction measures.
Danger of Infection
Highlights the risk of infection via eyepieces and mitigation with personal eyepieces or detachable eyecups.
Operational Dangers
Mentions the requirement for grounding and operating the stereomicroscope only when it is in proper working condition.
Information for the Person Responsible for the Instrument
User and Operator Responsibilities
Outlines responsibilities for qualified users, manual availability, regular inspections, and user training.
Authorized Service and Modifications
Specifies that only authorized technicians should perform modifications or service, and only original Leica parts should be used.
Building Electrical Safety
Emphasizes compliance with national standards for building electrical installation and suggests fault-current protection.
Care Instructions
General Care Instructions
Protects against moisture, fumes, chemicals, oil, grease, and recommends service contracts.
Cleaning Plastic and Coated Parts
Details cleaning methods for coated parts using soft cloths and avoiding specific thinners and chemicals on colored surfaces.
Cleaning Glass Surfaces
Describes cleaning glass using brushes, blowers, vacuums, distilled water, and specific solvents for tough dirt.
Accessories, Maintenance and Repair
Approved Accessories
States that only Leica accessories or expressly approved third-party accessories should be used with the stereomicroscope.
Maintenance and Service Recommendations
Notes the microscope is maintenance-free but recommends service contracts and using only OEM spare parts for maintenance and repair.
Safety During Service Work
Emphasizes using original spare parts and switching off power and unplugging the cable before opening the instrument for safety.
The Leica A60 S
Welcome and Product Overview
Welcomes the user and highlights the stereomicroscope's flexible design, ease of use, and maintenance-free performance.
Component Identification
Provides a labeled diagram identifying key components like the column, arm, eyepieces, and illuminator.
Assembling the Leica A60 S
Column and Baseplate Assembly
Instructions for safely installing the column onto the baseplate using a tapping screw and Allen key.
Safety Ring and Horizontal Arm Installation
Details on installing the safety ring for arm security and mounting/fastening the horizontal arm.
Baseplate Grounding
Explains the grounding point on the baseplate and the need to connect a grounding cable for safety.
Optics Carrier Assembly
Steps for attaching the stereomicroscope body to the horizontal arm using a connecting pin, washer, and screw.
Securing the Stereomicroscope
Instructions on how to tighten the side clamping screw to secure the stereomicroscope in its desired position.
Illuminator Assembly
Steps for connecting the Leica A60 LED ring illuminator, including power supply and placement options.
Using the Leica A60 S
Adjusting Working Height
Explains working distance and provides steps to adjust the height, emphasizing retightening the safety ring.
Setting Interpupillary Distance
Guides users on adjusting eyepieces for a clear, single circular image field, including eyecup usage.
Focusing Procedure
Details the process of focusing the microscope using the focusing drive and magnification changer, noting parfocality.
Reading Magnification
Explains how to read the configured magnification from the rotary knob and refers to optical data tables.
Dioptric Correction & Parfocality
Describes setting dioptric correction for parfocality and user-specific adjustments for optimal sharpness across magnifications.
Focus Drive Torque Adjustment
Instructions on adjusting the focus drive's resistance for personal preference by turning the drive knobs.
LED Ring Illuminator Operation
Information on the LED ring illuminator's features, advantages, and keypad operation for brightness control.
Protective Glass Replacement
Steps for safely removing and installing the protective glass for the optics, noting it is a consumable.
Dimensions
Overall Dimensions
Provides detailed technical drawings with all physical dimensions of the stereomicroscope, including height, width, and depth.
Optical Data
Optical Performance Data
Presents a table with optical specifications like zoom position, total magnification, object field diameter, and depth of field.
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