Warning / Caution Symbols Used In This Manual; Meaning Of Symbols Used On The Equipment - Nikon ECLIPSE TE2000-E Instructions Manual

Thank you for purchasing the Nikon products.
This instruction manual is written for the users of the Nikon's inverted microscopes "ECLIPSE TE2000-E, ECLIPSE
TE2000-U, ECLIPSE TE2000-S" and describes the basic operations of the microscope.
To ensure correct usage, read this manual carefully before operating the instrument.
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It is prohibited to reproduce or transmit this manual in part or whole without Nikon's expressed permission.
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The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.
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Although every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this manual, if you note any points that are unclear
or incorrect, contact your nearest Nikon representative.
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Some of the products described in this manual may not be included in the set you have purchased.
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Be sure to read the instruction manual for any other products used in combination with the microscope.
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If you purchased the TE2000-E model, be sure to read the instruction manual supplied with the T-HUBC HUB
controller.
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If you are using the TE2000-U/S together with the T-HUBC HUB controller, be sure to read the instruction manual
supplied with the T-HUBC HUB controller.

Warning / Caution symbols used in this manual

Although Nikon products are designed to provide you with the utmost safety during use, incorrect usage or
disregard of the instructions can cause personal injury or property damage and will lead to the forfeiture of all
claims against warranty. For your safety, read the instruction manual carefully and thoroughly before using the
instrument. Do not discard this manual but keep it near the product for easy reference.
In this manual, safety instructions are indicated with the symbols shown below. Be sure to follow the
instructions indicated with these symbols to ensure correct and safe operation.
Symbol

Meaning of symbols used on the equipment

The symbol appearing on the product indicates the need for caution at all times during use.
Always refer to the instruction manual and read the relevant instructions before manipulating any part to which
the symbol has been affixed.
Symbol Meaning
Caution for heat.
This marking at the top part of the Dia-illuminator and the 12V100W lamphouse calls your
attention on the following;
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Lamphouse becomes very hot during and immediately after the illumination.
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Risk of burns. Do not touch the lamphouse during and immediately after the illumination.
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Make sure that the lamphouse is sufficiently cool before the lamp replacement.
Biohazard
This symbol on the stage calls your attention to the following:
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Spillage of a sample from a vessel onto the microscope presents a biohazard risk.
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To avoid biohazard contamination, do not touch the contaminated portion with your bare
hands.
• Decontaminate the contaminated portion according to the standard procedure of your
laboratory.
Meaning
Disregarding instructions marked with this symbol may lead to death or serious
injury.
Disregarding instructions marked with this symbol may lead to injury or property
damage.
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