SO-1700LED WET LAB MICROSCOPE USER MANUAL
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1. Hold the left hand side focus knob firmly Rotate the right hand side focus knob clockwise to tighten the focus friction Rotate the right hand side focus knob anti clockwise to loosen the focus friction Release the LHS knob and test the feel of the focus system by rotating either the LHS or RHS knob on its own The system should allow the microscope head to be focussed up or down easily without falling under its own weight Poe NE R H Focus Knob Version 1 0 50 17001 Wet lab Microscope User Manual Page 12 of 15 TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM FIRST STEP REMEDY If the microscope or object has moved it may no longer be in Refocus the microscope focus A different user may require Adjust the eyepieces for adjustment for their refractive refractive error refer Focussing error the microscope The image is blurry Carefully remove clean the 9 Check the eyepieces for 7 eyepieces if they are dirty then cleanliness g replace them ibr Chackdie lous for Carefully clean the objective lens gt 3 taking care not to damage the cleanliness lamphouse prism Check that the eyepieces have No image is seen been inserted eher Ne Remove the obstruction viewing path The focus system aow Adjust the focus friction refer 2 microscope to fall i j Advanced instructions a under its own weight 9 The focus system is Check f2. ES Power supply 1 Microscope Assembly 1 CABLES Mains Cable 1 OTHER Focus Knob Sterilisable Covers Zoom Knob Sterilisable Covers Plain Eyepiece Focusable Eyepiece mere A TOOL KIT Lens Cloth 1 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES SCAN OPTICS PART NUMBER Pupillary distance setter SO 1510W CAUTIONS Caution Do not use this device if damaged Caution Do not attempt to disassemble this device apart from following the instructions change replacing mould protection which are included in this manual Servicing should only be performed by accredited Scan Optics service technicians Caution Do not immerse any part of this device in liquids Caution This equipment is not suitable for use in the presence of a flammable anesthetic mixture with air or with oxygen or nitrous oxide Information Electromagnetic Compatibility This device is designed to meet the electromagnetic compatibility standard IEC 60601 1 2 and will not interfere with equivalently rated appliances nor should be susceptible to interference from equivalently rated appliances Disposal Dispose in accordance with all applicable federal state and local regulations Version 1 0 50 17001 Wet lab Microscope User Manual Page 4 of 15 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 1 Remove the microscope assembly from the carton and place it on a stable flat surface 2 Remove the power supply from the carton and place it so that it rests on the rubber feet 3 Connect the power supply cab
3. ING Range 55mm INTERPUPILLARY DISTANCE Adjustable for Distance PD range approximately 50 to 80mm ILLUMINATION ALIGNMENT Coaxial with viewing system high intensity LAMP 20W LED FILTERS Internal ultraviolet 435mm cutoff LAMP LIFE Minimum 10 years ILLUMINATION 50 000 Lux minimum POWER SUPPLY MAINS POWER 100 240V 50 60Hz switch mode auto selecting OUTPUT 15V 2A Regulated output EARTHING Via earth lead of mains power cable green yellow CABLE Mains Length 5 metres Version 1 0 50 17001 Wet lab Microscope User Manual Page 15 of 15 Relative Spectral Energy Distribution 100 80 60 40 Percent Wavelength Figure 1 Spectral Energy Distribution Version 1 0
4. SCAN OPTICS 50 17001 WET LAB MICROSCOPE USER MANUAL INTRODUCTION Please read the following information carefully before installing and using the Scan Optics SO 1700LED wet lab microscope Scan Optics is responsible for the safety reliability and performance of the equipment only if it is used in accordance with these instructions Environmental storage and packing conditions of 60 95 relative humidity and 10 40 C are recommended for this product No parts or accessories supplied with this microscope are supplied in a sterile condition Apart from those instructions within this manual there are no user serviceable parts in this microscope Scan Optics will retain the discretion to advise whether any repairs may be taken out by external qualified technical personnel or whether part s of the microscope must be returned to the manufacturer s premises for service or repairs to be carried out under warranty or otherwise Where appropriately qualified technical personnel are identified by a user and ratified by Scan Optics then Scan Optics will make available on request any information that will assist in repairing the equipment Scan Optics 32 Stirling Street Tel 61 8 8234 9120 Thebarton SA 5031 Fax 618 8234 9417 AUSTRALIA Email admin scanoptics com au Priory Analysts Ltd The Atrium Park St Luton LU1 3BE United Kingdom 50 17001 Wet lab Microscope User Manual Page 3 of 15 PARTS LIST MAIN ASSEMBLI
5. bottom of the microscope head The location of the existing anti mould pellet will be revealed from the front of the microscope head 6 Remove the old anti mould pellet GE eS Anti mould pellet Auxiliary objective a assembly Cover B Prism protector gae Retaining screw Mounting ring Version 1 0 50 17001 Wet lab Microscope User Manual Page 10 of 15 7 Remove the adhesive backing from the new anti mould pellet and place it in the same location 8 Zoom the microscope in and out all the way to make sure the zoom optics do not dislodge the pellet 9 Screw the cover back on 10 Replace the prism protector on the auxiliary objective assembly making sure that the slot lines up with the location of the lamphouse prism 11 Replace the microscope head back in the mounting ring and re tighten the retaining screw 12 Update the anti mould label on the microscope head or replace it with a new label Anti mould pellet location Pellet shown in place Version 1 0 50 17001 Wet lab Microscope User Manual Page 11 of 15 Adjusting focus friction Over time depending on the frequency of use the focus friction may loosen so that the microscope head starts to fall under its own weight Conversely the focus knobs can be inadvertently tightened so that they are difficult to turn To adjust the focus friction to a suitable level while viewing the microscope from the front
6. ent without either eyepieces or eyepiece blanks inserted and always store the optical head in a sealed bag containing silica gel desiccant Scan Optics SO 1700LED microscopes are fitted with anti mould protection In tropical climates routine checking for the presence of mould is recommended LIGHTING SYSTEM Lamp life The SO 1700LED Microscope is fitted with a permanently affixed 27W LED The LED is rated for about 10 years of life if used under normal conditions Should the LED prematurely fail this part is not serviceable and Scan Optics or your local distributor should be contacted for a replacement Version 1 0 50 17001 Wet lab Microscope User Manual Page 9 of 15 ADVANCED INSTRUCTIONS Replacing mould protection The microscope is fitted with anti mould protection which is effective for approximately three years However the effective life of this protection will depend on environmental factors such as the temperature and humidity of the place where the microscope is stored Regular inspection of the microscope will help early identification of mould and alert the user of the need to replace the anti mould protection To replace the anti mould pellet Zoom the microscope to the lowest magnification setting Loosen the retaining screw at the front of the microscope head Lift the microscope out of the mounting ring Remove the prism protector from the auxiliary objective assembly by prying it apart Unscrew the cover from the
7. le to the socket located on the lamphouse 4 Connect the mains cable to the IEC socket located on the back of the power supply Connect the other end of the mains cable to a reliable EARTHED mains power supply Switch on the mains power supply at the mains socket Remove the eyepiece blanks and insert the eyepieces Insert the focusing eyepiece in the LHS eyepiece tube from the observer s perspective and secure in place so that the scale marker is easily visible Place the fixed eyepiece in the RHS eyepiece tube and secure using the screw Retain the eyepiece caps in a safe place for when storing the microscope NA Focussing eyepiece Securing screw OBSERVER S LHS Eyepiece blanks Fixed eyepiece Securing screw OBSERVER S RHS Version 1 0 50 17001 Wet lab Microscope User Manual Page 5 of 15 USING THE MICROSCOPE Sterilisation Scan Optics microscopes are supplied with two sets of sterilisable covers one set may be used while the other set is undergoing sterilisation Additional sterilisable covers may be purchased from Scan Optics in the event of loss or damage Simply slip the covers on to the zoom or focus knobs when required The covers may be sterilised by e boiling e autoclaving e chemical sterilisation e gas sterilisation Note that national authorities may require the use of specific sterilisation or disinfection methods Focussing the microscope Focussing the microscope in the correc
8. ntil a soft click is heard Version 1 0 50 17001 Wet lab Microscope User Manual Page 7 of 15 ROUTINE CARE AND MAINTENANCE OPTICAL HEAD Cleaning the optical components The eyepieces auxiliary objective lens and lamphouse prism should be checked for cleanliness each time the instrument is used Surface dust should be removed with a clean soft brush Fingerprints irrigation solution residue and grease may be removed by lightly wiping with a cotton cloth or lens tissue moistened with a mixture of 70 ether and 30 absolute alcohol either ethanol or methanol Use pure alcohol if no ether is available Do not use acetone as it may damage the surface coatings of the lenses Eyepieces Auxiliary Objective oF lens i Figure 4 Cleaning the plastic parts and paintwork Use water based cleaners only Do not use any organic solvent such as alcohol ether or xylene Do not dismantle Apart from instructions specifically mentioned within this manual no parts inside the optical head of the instrument can be serviced by the user Attempts to dismantle the optical head or prism cover will make any warranty void Version 1 0 50 17001 Wet lab Microscope User Manual Page 8 of 15 Protection against mould In hot and humid climates it is common for mould to grow on optical surfaces Cleaning and repairing the damage can be expensive and inconvenient To minimise the risk of mould forming do not leave the instrum
9. or obstructions Adjust the focus friction refer too stiff Advanced instructions Version 1 0 50 17001 Wet lab Microscope User Manual Page 13 of 15 SYMPTOM FIRST STEP REMEDY Check the intensity setting on the Increase the intens erisin The light is too dim front panel The intensity may be y the adjusting knob set low Switch to battery power if no 5 if there is mains power mains power is available 2 available zZ Check the intensity setting on the marene he lop mina usin S There is no light i i 8 front panel The intensity may be the adiustine knob set to zero Check if the power supply cable is firmly connected to the socket If not connect it on the lamphouse Check the mains power supply ue battery Powa gt power is available 51 There 15 no power 2 Check the mains power supply 20 cable is firmly connected to If not connect it IEC socket on the power supply Version 1 0 50 17001 Wet lab Microscope User Manual Page 14 of 15 SPECIFICATIONS OPTICAL HEAD Binocular stereoscopic VIEWING SYSTEM convergence angle 10 Eyepiece tube inclination 45 MAGNIFICATION Zoom magnification range 4 2 x 25x WORKING DISTANCE Auxiliary objective to object distance 160 mm FIELD OF VIEW 15 65mm depending on magnification REFRACTIVE ERROR 5D left eyepiece FOCUS
10. t sequence is an important step in setting up for use 1 Set the pupillary distance of the microscope by moving the eyepieces apart or together as required The eyepieces are geared together and will move equal distances on either side of the optical centre of the microscope 2 Set the refractive error scale to zero on the LHS eyepiece 3 Choose a high magnification zoom setting or one which is typically used in observation 4 1 the left eye and look through the right eyepiece of the microscope with the right eye only 5 Focus the microscope slowly until the image is sharply in focus 6 Close the right eye and look through the left eyepiece of the microscope with the left eye only 7 Rotate the refractive error adjustment ring on the left eyepiece until the left eye is in focus The reading on the ring will give an approximate measure of the relative refractive error between the left and right eyes 8 Look through both eyepieces normally and check that the image is focussed and that stereopsis is achieved Version 1 0 50 17001 Wet lab Microscope User Manual Page 6 of 15 Changing the light intensity When the power supply is switched on by turning the intensity adjustment clockwise a soft click will be heard Continue to rotate the intensity adjustment knob clockwise to increase intensity To turn the intensity down rotate in opposite direction To Turn off fully rotate the intensity adjustment anti clockwise u
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