Hydac MM-KKE-M-C-U Manual

MM-KKE-M-C-U
Measuring
microscope
Operating and Maintenance Instructions
English (translation of original instructions)
Document no.: 3239239b

MM-KKE-M-C-U Trademarks
Trademarks
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companies.
Copyright © 2011 by
HYDAC Filter Systems GmbH
all rights reserved
All rights reserved. This manual may not be reproduced in part or whole without the
express written consent of HYDAC FILTER SYSTEMS GMBH. Contraventions are
liable to compensation.
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We have made every endeavor to ensure the accuracy of the contents of this
document. However, errors cannot be ruled out. Consequently, we accept no
liability for such errors as may exist nor for any damage or loss whatsoever which
may arise as a result of such errors. The content of the manual is checked regularly.
Any corrections required will be incorporated in future editions. We welcome any
suggestions for improvements.
All details are subject to technical modifications.
Technical specifications are subject to change without notice.
HYDAC FILTER SYSTEMS GMBH
Postfach 12 51
66273 Sulzbach / Saa
r
Germany
Documentation Representative
Mr. Günter Harge
c/o HYDAC International GmbH, Industriegebiet, 66280 Sulzbach / Saar
Telephone: ++49 (0)6897 509 1511
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E-mail: [email protected]
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MM-KKE-M-C-U Content
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Content
Trademarks ...............................................................................................................2
Documentation Representative...............................................................................2
Content......................................................................................................................3
Preface ...................................................................................................................... 4
Technical Support...................................................................................................5
Modifications to the Product ...................................................................................5
Warranty .................................................................................................................5
Using the Documentation .......................................................................................6
Safety information and instructions....................................................................... 7
Obligations and liability ........................................................................................... 7
Explanation of Symbols and Warnings, etc. ...........................................................8
Proper/Designated Use .......................................................................................... 8
Improper Use .......................................................................................................... 8
Transporting the microscope..................................................................................9
Storing the microscope ........................................................................................... 9
Checking the Scope of Delivery............................................................................ 10
Microscope features .............................................................................................. 11
System requirements............................................................................................ 11
Components on the microscope...........................................................................12
Installing the microscope ...................................................................................... 16
Assembling the illuminator (cold light source) ................................................... 17
Installing and setting the camera .........................................................................19
Installing the image processing software.............................................................. 20
Operating the microscope..................................................................................... 21
Performing a measurement................................................................................... 22
Evaluating a filter membrane / sample.................................................................23
Performing Maintenance ....................................................................................... 24
Cleaning / maintaining the microscope................................................................. 24
Replacing the bulb on the microscope.................................................................. 25
Replacing the illuminator bulb............................................................................... 27
Disposing of your microscope..............................................................................28
Model Code ............................................................................................................. 29
Technical Data ........................................................................................................30

MM-KKE-M-C-U Preface
Preface
For you, as the owner of a product manufactured by us, we have produced this
manual, comprising the most important instructions for its operation and
maintenance.
It will acquaint you with the product and assist you in using it as intended in an
optimal manner.
Keep it in the vicinity of the product so it is always available.
Note that the information on the unit's engineering contained in the documentation
was that available at the time of publication.There may be deviations in technical
details, figures, and dimensions as a result.
If you discover errors while reading the documentation or have additional comments
or suggestions, contact us at:
HYDAC FILTER SYSTEMS GMBH
Technische Dokumentation
Postfach 12 51
66273 Sulzbach / Saar
Germany
We look forward to receiving your input.
“Putting experience into practice”
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Technical Support
If you have any questions, suggestions, or encounter any problems of a technical
nature, please don't hesitate to contact us. When contacting us, please always
include the model/type designation, serial no. and part-no. of the product:
Fax: ++49 (0) 6897 / 509 - 846
E-mail: [email protected]
Modifications to the Product
We would like to point out that changes to the product (e.g. purchasing options, etc.)
may result in the information in the operating instructions no longer being completely
accurate or sufficient.
After modification or repair work that affects the safety of the product has been
carried out on components, the product may not be returned to operation until it has
been checked and released by a HYDAC technician.
Please notify us immediately of any modifications made to the product whether by
you or a third party.
Warranty
For the warranty provided by us, please refer to the General Terms of Sale and
Delivery of HYDAC FILTER SYSTEMS GmbH.
They are available at: www.hydac.com -> Legal information.

MM-KKE-M-C-U Preface
Using the Documentation
Note that the method described for locating specific information does
not release you from your responsibility of carefully reading these
instructions prior to starting the unit up for the first time and at regular
intervals in the future.
What do I want to know?
I determine which topic I am looking for.
Where can I find the information I’m looking for?
The documentation has a table of contents at the beginning. There, I select
the chapter I'm looking for and the corresponding page number.
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Chapter description
Page number
Edition date
Document language
Documentation no.
with index/
file name
The documentation number with its index enables you to order another copy of the
operating and maintenance instructions.
The index is incremented every time the manual is revised or changed.
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MM-KKE-M-C-U Safety information and instructions
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Safety information and instructions
These operating instructions contain the key instructions for properly and safely
operating the measuring microscope.
Obligations and liability
The basic prerequisite for the safe and proper handling and operation of the
measuring microscope is knowledge of the safety instructions and warnings.
When handling the measuring microscope, please observe in particular these
operating and maintenance instructions, in particular the rules and regulations on
accident prevention applicable for the place of operation.
The measuring microscope has been designed and constructed in accordance with
current state of the art technology and recognized safety regulations. Nevertheless,
hazards may be posed to the life and limb of the individual using the unit, or the
ROCS or other material assets may be damaged.
Only use the measuring microscope as follows:
Only for proper or designated use.
Only when in safe, perfect condition.
Immediately remedy any malfunctions that might impair safety.
Our General Terms and Conditions apply. Any and all warranty and liability claims
for personal injuries and damage to property shall be excluded in the event they are
attributable to one or more of the following causes.

MM-KKE-M-C-U Safety information and instructions
Explanation of Symbols and Warnings, etc.
The following designations and symbols are used in this manual to designate
hazards, etc.:
DANGER
DANGER denotes situations
which can lead to death if
safety precautions are not
observed.
WARNING
WARNING denotes situations
which can lead to death if
safety precautions are not
observed.
CAUTION
CAUTION denotes situations
which can lead to severe
injuries if safety precautions
are not observed.
NOTICE
NOTICE denotes situations
which can lead to property
damage if instructions are not
followed.
Proper/Designated Use
Use the measuring microscope for optical evaluation of filter membranes and for the
enlargement / visualization of particles etc.
Analyzing the type, size and quantity of contamination enables quality standards to
be verified and documented, and the requisite optimization measures to be
implemented.
Improper Use
Never look into the sun /sunlight using the microscope. This may damage your
eyesight.
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MM-KKE-M-C-U Transporting the microscope
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Transporting the microscope
NOTICE
Transporting the microscope without a transport container
The measuring microscope will be damaged.
►Transport the measuring microscope only in a closed transport container;
carry it in vertical position or by the handle.
Storing the microscope
NOTICE
Storing the microscope without a transport container
The measuring microscope will be damaged.
►Store the microscope in a clean and dry location in its closed transport case
and in a horizontal or vertical position. The microscope must not be exposed
to any shaking or vibration.

MM-KKE-M-C-U Checking the Scope of Delivery
Checking the Scope of Delivery
The measuring microscope comes packed and partially factory-assembled. Before
commissioning, check the contents of the package to make sure it has not been
damaged during transport and that it is complete.
The following items are supplied:
Item Qty Description
1 1 Microscope stand with trinocular optical head, specimen stage,
objective lens turret and illuminator
2 2 Eyepiece
3 1 Objective lens 4:1 (already mounted on the objective lens turret)
4 1 Objective lens 10:1 (already mounted on the objective lens turret)
5 1 Objective lens 20:1 (already mounted on the objective lens turret)
6 2 Connection cable, L=1.5 m
7 1 Camera with micrometer eyepiece
8 1 Power supply for camera
9 1 S-VHS connection cable, L = 5 m
10 1 Cold light illuminator, 100 W
11 1 Fiber optic gooseneck, dual-arm
12 1 WinTV USB (external TV card) including
USB connection cable, L=1.8 m
13 1 CD-ROM containing the software for on-screen image viewing
14 1 Transport case
- 1 Replacement bulb, replacement fuse, ground glass plate (transparent /
blue-tinted)
1
11
10
6
6
14
8
9
12
13 7
2
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MM-KKE-M-C-U Microscope features
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Microscope features
The microscope system consists of a trinocular microscope which is used with an
external cold light illuminator in incident light mode to examine the filter membranes
of oil samples. The microscope enables you to examine filter membranes with a
selectable magnification of 40x, 100x and 200x via a stereo microscope.
You can also examine filter membranes using the image processing system. The
image processing system consists of a CCD color camera and an external video/TV
tuner which is connected to your PC via the USB (Universal Serial Bus ) port.
The measurement scale integrated into the camera eyepiece enables the size of the
particles being examined to be precision-determined. The conversion table in mm
per graduation mark on the objective lens can be found on page 23.
The images recorded via the PC can be postprocessed as bitmaps and embedded
in MS-Word documents, for example.
System requirements
The following system requirements must be fulfilled for the installation:
Operating system: Windows 98, ME, 2000, XP, VISTA or 7
Hardware: Pentium 800 MHz
Free USB port 2.0
CD-ROM drive

MM-KKE-M-C-U Components on the microscope
Components on the microscope
Item Description
1 Camera with micrometer eyepiece
2 Switch-over between binocular / camera eyepiece
3 Power connection
4 Power switch for internal lighting
5 Illumination intensity adjustment dial for internal lighting
6 Adjustment lever for limiting the height setting of the x/y mechanical
stage
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MM-KKE-M-C-U Components on the microscope
Item Description Description
a) Eyepieces The eyepieces project the intermediate image on
the viewer's retina. Consequently it is the interface
between the microscope and the user.
b) Tube In this case the trinocular tube contains special
prisms which split the image produced by the
objective lens and supply the intermediate image to
both eyepieces.
In order to use the camera eyepiece the tube slider
has to be pulled out.
c) Dovetail ring Enables components to be quickly changed, in
addition to providing for a swivel range of 360°.
d) Stand Carries all components. Main components: arm and
base.
e) Objective lens turret
and objective lenses
The turret contains specially sized holes with an
internal thread for mounting the objective lenses. In
so doing it enables the objective lenses to be
"swiveled" into place.
f) Specimen stage
including x/y
The specimen stage generally consists of a square
shaped plate featuring a hole or slit in the center
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Item Description Description
mechanical stage through which the light from the light source can
shine for the purpose of illuminating the specimen.
The specimen slides are therefore guided precisely
using the x/y mechanical stage adjustment knob.
g) X/y mechanical
stage
Like the height adjustment of the specimen stage,
the x/y mechanical stage is equipped with a
precision mechanism, enabling the specimens to be
micrometer-precision-guided under the objective
lens even at large magnifications by virtue of the x/y
mechanical stage adjustment knob. The microscope
has a specimen clamp. The specimen slides are
clamped beneath it.
h) X/y mechanical
stage adjustment
knob
The two adjustment knobs enable the microscope to
be operated using one hand, with the lower knob
being used for horizontal adjustment and the upper
knob for vertical adjustment.
i) Condenser In addition to the eyepieces, prisms and objective
lenses it is the fourth optical component of the
microscope and important for illuminating the
specimen. The specimen could not be properly
illuminated without it.
The condenser is located underneath the specimen
stage and consists of a lens system and an iris stop,
or aperture diaphragm. The condenser serves to
optimally collect the microscope light for the
respective objective lens. When the aperture is
opened, resolution increases while contrast
decreases. The opposite effect is created when it is
closed, i.e. resolution decreases while contrast
increases. Consequently, the purpose of the
condenser is to enable an optimal compromise
between resolution and contrast to be set for the
respective specimen. The aperture diaphragm has
to be readjusted every time the objective lens is
changed.
j) Condenser
adjustment knob
Enables the condenser to be precision-raised and
lowered.
k) Coarse and fine
adjustment knob
This knob enables the specimen stage to be height-
adjusted with micrometer precision. The coarse and
fine adjustment is featured as a separate series of
knobs, with the fine adjustment knob being smaller
than and mounted onto the larger coarse adjustment
knob. They enable the specimen to be precision-
focused.
l) Internal lighting
source
A light source is needed to illuminate a specimen,
the light being projected through the condenser into
the specimen and then projected by this in turn into
the objective lens and the eyepiece. The

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Item Description Description
microscope possesses a special artificial light
source featuring a collector and field diaphragm,
making using the microscope easier and the user
more independent.
m) Aperture diaphragm
adjuster
Used for centering the field diaphragm image.
n) Ground glass plate Serves to diffuse light and is slid into a specially
constructed slit between the lamp and collector. It
enables light to be distributed evenly without colored
fringes.

MM-KKE-M-C-U Installing the microscope
Installing the microscope
Proceed as follows to install the microscope:
1. Place the microscope stand on a stable
surface.
2. Remove the covers.
Push both of the eyepieces into the
binocular tube.
3. Insert the connection cable into the
microscope.
You require this power supply only for
the internal, lower lighting.
The microscope has a condenser and a
source of lighting for transmitted light
mode.
This light source is normally not suitable
for examining filter membranes.
4. The assembly of your microscope is
complete.
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MM-KKE-M-C-U Assembling the illuminator (cold light source)
Assembling the illuminator (cold light source)
Proceed as follows to install the illuminator:
1. The illuminator consists of a base unit
with a 12 V 100 W halogen lamp and a
fiber optic gooseneck.
Please check the connection voltage
according to the technical data on the
type label.
2. The front of the base unit contains a
mount for the fiber optic gooseneck.
First loosen the setscrew on the mount
so that the mounting pin can be slid into
the mounting hole.
Ensure that the flexible fiber optic arms
face vertically upwards. Flatten the top
of the mounting pin to secure it against
twisting.
Screw the setscrew in and tighten it
gently.
Fehler! Es ist nicht möglich,
durch die Bearbeitung von
Feldfunktionen Objekte zu
erstellen.
3. Plug the connector cable into the
illuminator.
Fehler! Es ist nicht möglich,
durch die Bearbeitung von
Feldfunktionen Objekte zu
erstellen.
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4. Switch on the illuminator using the
rotary button [a] at the front and regulate
the brightness.
The illuminator has a fan to cool the
lamp. This fan makes a small amount of
noise when in operation.
Fehler! Es ist nicht möglich,
durch die Bearbeitung von
Feldfunktionen Objekte zu
erstellen.
5. The illuminator is now ready for use.

MM-KKE-M-C-U Installing and setting the camera
Installing and setting the camera
Check the camera settings as shown in the following illustration:
Factory settings — Camera configuration settings
Proceed as follows to install the camera:
1. Undo the knurled pin [2]
counterclockwise until the protective
cap [1] can easily be removed.
Fehler! Es ist nicht möglich,
durch die Bearbeitung von
Feldfunktionen Objekte zu
erstellen.
2. Place the camera [3] with the
measuring eyepiece [4] onto the
trinocular and tighten the knurled pin [2]
lightly by hand.
Fehler! Es ist nicht möglich,
durch die Bearbeitung von
Feldfunktionen Objekte zu
erstellen.
3. The microscope can be operated using
either the stereo eyepiece or the
camera eyepiece.
Switch between the two eyepieces by
inserting or pulling out the knurled pin
on the right of the trinocular optical
head.
When operating the microscope using
the camera eyepiece, the knurled pin of
the trinocular optical head has to be
pulled out.
4. Connect the external adaptor to supply
power to the camera. To do this, use
only the adaptor included in the
measuring microscope scope of
delivery.
Plug the power supply into the POWER
IN jack of the camera using the right
plug, and then plug the power plug into
the wall outlet. The camera’s POWER
indicator light should now light up and
stay lit..
Fehler! Es ist nicht möglich,
durch die Bearbeitung von
Feldfunktionen Objekte zu
erstellen.
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MM-KKE-M-C-U Installing and setting the camera
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5. Connect the camera with the S-VHS
connection cable with the "Y/C OUT"
camera jack and …
Fehler! Es ist nicht möglich,
durch die Bearbeitung von
Feldfunktionen Objekte zu
erstellen.
6. ..... and the C-Video IN jack of the TV
tuner.
Fehler! Es ist nicht möglich,
durch die Bearbeitung von
Feldfunktionen Objekte zu
erstellen.
7. Connect the external TV tuner to a non-
used USB 2.0 port of your PC using the
USB cable.
8. The camera is now connected to your
PC and ready for operation.
Installing the image processing software
To install the image processing software, read the installation instructions which
come with the microscope or the camera.