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Olympus CX22LED Instructions Manual

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INSTRUCTIONS
CX22LED
BIOLOGICAL MICROSCOPE
This instruction manual is for the Olympus Biological Microscopes Model CX22LED. To ensure the
safety, obtain optimum performance and to familiarize yourself fully with the use of this microscope,
we recommend that you study this manual thoroughly before operating the microscope. Retain this
instruction manual in an easily accessible place near the work desk for future reference.
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  • Page 1 CX22LED BIOLOGICAL MICROSCOPE This instruction manual is for the Olympus Biological Microscopes Model CX22LED. To ensure the safety, obtain optimum performance and to familiarize yourself fully with the use of this microscope, we recommend that you study this manual thoroughly before operating the microscope. Retain this instruction manual in an easily accessible place near the work desk for future reference.
  • Page 2 In accordance with European Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment, this symbol indicates that the product must not be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste, but should be collected separately. Refer to your local Olympus distributor in the EU for return and/or collection systems available in your country.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    10-2 Installation and Operation of Optional Accessories ..........Filter Holder CH2-FH and Darkfield Ring CH2-DS ......................Reflection Mirror CH20-MM ................................... Eyepieces WHC15X/WHC15X-H ....................................... Using the eyepiece micrometer ....................................... Cord Hanger CX22LED-CH ..........................................PROPER SELECTION OF THE POWER CORD .................. 23,24...

  • Page 4: Important

    2. Install the microscope on a sturdy, level table or bench. 3. Always use the AC adapter and power cord provided by Olympus. If no power cord is provided, please select the proper power cord by referring to the section “PROPER SELECTION OF THE POWER CORD” at the end of this instruction manual.

  • Page 5: Intended Use

    CX22LED Intended use This product has been designed to be used to observe magnified images of specimens in various routine work and research applications. Do not use this product for any purpose other than its intended use. This product complies with the requirements of directive 98/79/EC concerning in vitro diagnostic medical devices.

  • Page 6: Maintenance And Storage

    Maintenance and Storage 1. To clean the lenses and other glass components, simply blow away dirt using a commercially available blower and wipe the components gently using a piece of cleaning paper (or clean gauze). If a lens is stained with fingerprints or oil smudges, wipe it with gauze slightly moistened with commercially available absolute alcohol.

  • Page 7: Standard Component Units

    CX22LED STANDARD COMPONENT UNITS }After opening the package, make sure that the correct component units for the selected set are included. The 100X objective and immersion oil are provided only with the CX22LEDRFS1 set. CAUTION The objectives have been screwed in tightly to prevent them from being loosened during transportation.

  • Page 8: Nomenclature

    NOMENCLATURE Observation tube clamping knob Pre-focusing knob (Page 9) Diopter adjustment ring (Page 9) Revolving nosepiece (Page 10) Coarse adjustment knob (Page 8) Specimen holder (Page 7) Fine adjustment knob (Page 8) Aperture iris diaphragm ring (Page 10) Specimen holder X-axis feed knob (Page 7) Filter holder Accommodates a...

  • Page 9: Summary Of Brightfield Observation Procedure

    CX22LED SUMMARY OF BRIGHTFIELD OBSERVATION PROCEDURE (Items Used) (Page) Set the main switch to “ I " (ON) and adjust 1Main switch (P. 7) 2Light intensity adjustment knob the brightness. (P. 7) 3Specimen holder (P. 7) Place the specimen on the stage.

  • Page 10: Detailed Observation Procedure

    DETAILED OBSERVATION PROCEDURE Turning the LED Illumination ON (Fig. 4) 1. Set the main switch 1 to “ I ” (ON). 2. Rotating the light intensity adjustment knob 2 in the direction of the arrow increases brightness and rotating it in the opposite direction de- creases brightness.

  • Page 11: Adjusting The Focus

    CX22LED Specimen holder scales (Fig. 7) }Theses scales allow the position (coordinates) being observed on the specimen to be identified. Even after the specimen is moved, it can be returned easily to the original position. 1. The horizontal coordinate can be read at position 1 on the specimen holder.

  • Page 12: Adjusting The Interpupillary Distance

    Pre-focusing Knob (Fig. 10) }The pre-focusing knob controls the mechanism for preventing collision between the specimen and objective. 1. After bringing the specimen into focus, turn the pre-focusing knob 1 inside the hole of the arm so that the pre-focusing mechanism hits the stage guide.

  • Page 13: Adjusting The Diopter

    CX22LED Adjusting the Diopter (Fig. 12) }The diopter adjustment is to compensate for the difference in eyesight between your eyes. 1. While looking through the right eyepiece with your right eye, rotate the coarse and fine focus adjustment knobs to bring the specimen into focus.

  • Page 14: Using The 100X Immersion Objective

    }The designated immersion oil should be applied to the top lens of the 100X immersion objective. Otherwise, the observed image will be unable to be focused on. Always use the immersion oil supplied by Olympus. CAUTION 1. Focus on the specimen using all objectives, starting from the lowest- power objective to higher-power objective.

  • Page 15: One-Point Advice

    CX22LED ONE-POINT ADVICE How To Track a Microscopic Image To track an image moving leftwards Move the slide (or to move the glass to the specimen image left. rightwards): Direction of moving the image To move the Move the slide specimen image glass down.

  • Page 16: Troubleshooting Guide

    Under certain conditions, performance of the unit may be adversely affected by factors other than defects. If problems occur, please review the following list and take remedial action as needed. If you cannot solve the problem after checking the entire list, please contact Olympus for assistance. Problem...
  • Page 17 CX22LED Problem Cause Remedy Page 12. Objective hits the specimen when The specimen is upside down. Set the specimen correctly with the an objective is switched to a higher- cover glass on the top. magnification objective. The cover glass is too thick.

  • Page 18: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Item Specifications 1. Optical system Infinity Correction optical system 2. Illumination Built-in 0.5 W LED illumination system. Rated voltage: 5-6 V 0.5 A (AC adapter: 100-240 V 50/60 Hz 0.4A) Power consumption: 1.7 W 3. Focusing mechanism Stage height adjustment mechanism. Fine adjustment scale: 2.5 μm per graduation Fine adjustment stroke: 0.3 mm per turn Total stroke: 20 mm.

  • Page 19: Optical Characteristics

    CX22LED OPTICAL CHARACTERISTICS The following table shows the optical characteristics of com- Magnification binations of eyepieces and objectives. The figure on the right shows the performance data engraved on the objectives. Mechanical tube Numerical aperture length Field number Color band...

  • Page 20: Assembly

    ” (OFF) before connecting the power cord. ³ · Always use the power cord provided by Olympus. If no power cord is provided, please select the proper power cord by referring to section “PROPER SELECTION OF THE POWER CORD” at the end of this instruction manual.

  • Page 21: Optional Accessories

    CX22LED OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 10-1 System Diagram of Optional Accessories Eyepieces WHC15X WHC15X-H Eyepiece micrometer Reticle holder 20.4RH Cord Hanger CX22LED-CH Microscope Frame Filter Holder CX22LED CH2-FH Darkfield Ring CH2-DS Reflection Mirror CH20-MM 45 mm filter 10-2 Installation and Operation of Optional Accessories Filter Holder CH2-FH and Darkfield Ring CH2-DS (Fig.

  • Page 22: Reflection Mirror Ch20-Mm

    Reflection Mirror CH20-MM (Fig. 20) }The reflection mirror is designed to be used in microscopic observation in a location where power supply is not available. It makes it possible to use the natural light in place of the LED illumination. CAUTION The microscope should be installed near a window, in a place that is not exposed to direct sunlight.

  • Page 23: Using The Eyepiece Micrometer

    Cord Hanger CX22LED-CH (Figs. 23 to 29) Attachment }When the cord hanger (CX22LED-CH) is attached on the back of the microscope frame, the power cord and AC adapter can be wound around it for storing. 1. Align the hooks ² of the cord hanger @ with the cord hanger mounting position 3, insert the cord hanger, push it firmly against the microscope ²...
  • Page 24 2. Place the AC adapter 3 on top a of the cord hanger 4 (Fig. 25). ³ Fig. 25 3. Bring the cable 5 of the AC adapter into the hole of center part b of cord hanger. Then, bring it down so that it goes around the bottom part c of cord hanger and bring it into the hole b again (Fig.
  • Page 25 CX22LED 5. Place the power cord ‡ on the cord hanger 4 as illustlated (Fig. 28). ‡ Fig. 28 Removal 1. Insert the tool 9 (such as screwdriver) into the space between the pin a of cord hanger 4 and the microscope.

  • Page 26: Proper Selection Of The Power Cord

    If no power cord is provided, please select the proper power cord for the equipment by referring to “ Specifications ” and “ Certified Cord ” below: CAUTION: In case you use a non-approved power cord for Olympus products, Olympus can no longer warrant the electrical safety of the equipment.
  • Page 27 CX22LED Table 2 HAR Flexible Cord APPROVAL ORGANIZATIONS AND CORDAGE HARMONIZATION MARKING METHODS Alternative Marking Utilizing Printed or Embossed Harmoniza- Black-Red-Yellow Thread (Length tion Marking (May be located on Approval Organization of color section in mm) jacket or insulation of internal wir-...
  • Page 28 Shinjuku Monolith, 3-1, Nishi Shinjuku 2-chome, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Japan Wendenstrasse 14-18, 20097 Hamburg, Germany 3500 Corporate Parkway, Center Valley, Pennsylvania 18034-0610, U.S.A. 491B River Valley Road, #12-01/04 Valley Point Office Tower, Singapore 248373 31 Gilby Road, Mount Waverley, VIC., 3149, Melbourne, Australia 5301 Blue Lagoon Drive, Suite 290 Miami, FL 33126, U.S.A.

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