Carson HELPINGHANDS GN-88 User manual

GN-88
HELPINGHANDS
Instructions for use:
Installing Batteries
Pull open battery door (Fig. 1). Insert 2 AA batteries as shown in Fig. 2. Make sure to follow polarity indicators
marked inside battery compartment. Replace battery door (Fig. 3).
Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Fig. 3
Warning: Use only alkaline batteries. Mixing old and new, different brands or types within brands may cause
batteries to leak, overheat or explode. Keep away from fire or excessive heat. Inspect batteries for corrosion or
leakage. Insert in direction indicated. Rechargeable batteries not recommended.
Attaching Flexible Arms
Locate flexible metal arms and remove nuts from ends (Fig. 4). Insert ends of metal arms into holes in U shaped
base (Fig. 5-6). Reattach nuts to secure arms to base (Fig. 7).
Fig. 4 Fig. 5 Fig. 6 Fig. 7
2x LED LIGHTED SOLDERING AND CRAFT MAGNIFIER
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To Use Hands-Free
Snap adapter into base. Please note that adapter is "keyed" to fit only one way (Fig. 8). Place magnifier
handle into adapter (Fig. 9). It is also keyed and will easily "click-lock" into base when correctly inserted.
Adjust flexible arms and position lens as needed (Fig. 10).
Fig. 8 Fig. 9 Fig. 10
Fig. 11
To Adjust Alligator Clips
Loosen wing nuts to adjust position of alligator clips as desired (Fig. 11). Tighten wing nuts to lock into
place.
Using Alligator Clips
Pinch to open each alligator clip (Fig. 12) and clamp onto viewing subject (Fig. 13). Position arms as needed
to view subject under the lens (Fig. 14).
Fig. 12 Fig. 13 Fig. 14

To Activate LED Light
To turn light on, slide switch (located on side
of magnifier handle) forward (Fig. 15).
To Remove Magnifier From Base
Lift lock tab outward and lift magnifier from
base (Fig. 16) to use as hand-held magnifier.
Fig. 15 Fig. 16
Cleaning Your Magnifier
Clean lens with a soft, clean microfiber cloth by rubbing gently in a circular motion. Moisten the lens
cloth with water if needed. Do not use harsh chemicals, solvents or abrasives as they may damage the
lens.
Note: To avoid damaging the craft magnifier, do not touch lens or plastic body with hot soldering iron.
CAUTION - FIRE HAZARD:
Keep magnifier away from direct sunlight to prevent accidental fire.
Customer Service:
If you experience any difficulties, please contact us and we will be happy to help you.
In the U.S.A.
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In the U.K.
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In the E.U.
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For warranty information, visit www.carson.com/warranty
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