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OSE-4-BA-e-1510
KERN & Sohn GmbH
Ziegelei 1
D-72336 Balingen
E-mail: [email protected]
Tel: +49-[0]7433- 9933-0
Fax: +49-[0]7433-9933-149
Internet: www.kern-sohn.com
User instructions
Stereo microscope
KERN OSE 409
Version 1.0
01/2016
OSE-4-BA-e-1510 2
GB
KERN OSE 409
Version 1.0 01/2016
User instructions
Stereo microscope
Table of contents
1Before use....................................................................................3
1.1 General notes............................................................................................................................ 3
1.2 Notes on the electrical system................................................................................................ 3
1.3 Storage ...................................................................................................................................... 4
1.4 Maintenance and cleaning....................................................................................................... 5
2Nomenclature...............................................................................6
3Basic data.....................................................................................7
4Assembly......................................................................................8
5Operation and functionality.........................................................9
5.1 Getting started.......................................................................................................................... 9
5.2 Adjust the interpupillary distance: ......................................................................................... 9
5.3 Adjusting the magnification.................................................................................................... 9
5.4 Dioptre compensation and focussing.................................................................................. 10
5.5 Adjusting the stand................................................................................................................ 11
5.6 Using eye cups / High Eye Point eyepieces ........................................................................ 12
5.7 Lighting control ...................................................................................................................... 13
5.8 Changing the bulb.................................................................................................................. 13
6Optical data ................................................................................14
7Features......................................................................................14
8Trouble shooting........................................................................15
9Service........................................................................................16
10 Disposal......................................................................................16
11 Further information....................................................................16
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1 Before use
1.1 General notes
You must open the packaging carefully, to make sure that none of the accessories in
the packaging fall on the floor and get broken.
In general, microscopes should always be handled carefully because they are
sensitive precision instruments. When using or transporting the microscope it is
particularly important to avoid abrupt movements, as this may damage the optical
components.
You should also avoid getting dirt or finger prints on the lens surface, because in
most cases this will reduce image clarity.
To maintain the performance of the microscope, it must never be disassembled. So
components such as lenses and other optical elements should be left as they were
before use. Also the electrical parts in the base of the device must not be tampered
with, as in this area there is an additional risk of triggering an electric shock.
1.2 Notes on the electrical system
Before connecting to a mains power supply, you must make sure that you are using
the correct input voltage. The mains cable supplied has an external power supply.
The necessary values are shown on this power supply. If you do not comply with
these specifications, then fires or other damage to the device could occur.
The main switch must also be switched off before the mains cable is connected. In
this way you will avoid triggering an electric shock.
If you are using an extension cable, then the mains cable you use must be earthed.
When carrying out any procedures whereby you come into contact with the electrical
system of the device, such as, for example, changing the bulb, only carry out these
procedures when the power is disconnected.
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1.3 Storage
You should ensure that the device is not exposed to direct sunlight, temperatures
which are too high or too low, vibrations, dust or a high level of humidity.
The ideal temperature range is between 0 and 40°C and a relative humidity of 85%
should not be exceeded.
The device should always be located on a rigid, smooth, horizontal surface.
For devices with pillar stands, the microscope holder must not be rotated back too
far. If you do this, there is a risk that the microscope could tip over.
When the microscope is not being used, you should fit the objective cap and cover
the microscope with the enclosed dust protective cover.
If the eyepieces are being stored separately, the protective caps must be fitted to the
tube connectors. In most cases, if dust and dirt gets inside the optical unit of a
microscope this can cause irreversible errors or damage.
The best way to store accessories which consist of optical elements, such as, for
example, eyepieces and objectives, is in a dry box with desiccant.
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1.4 Maintenance and cleaning
In any event, the device must be kept clean and dusted regularly.
If any moisture should be occur, before you wipe down the device you must ensure
that the mains power is switched off.
When glass components become dirty, the best way to clean them is to wipe them
gently with a lint-free cloth.
To wipe oil stains or finger prints off the lens surface, moisten the lint free cloth with a
mixture of ether and alcohol (70 / 30 ratio) and use this to clean the lens.
You must be careful when handling ether and alcohol, as these are highly flammable
substances. You must therefore keep it away from naked flames and electrical
devices which can be switched on and off, and only use it in well-ventilated rooms.
However organic solutions of this type should not be used to clean other components
of the device. This could lead to damage to the paint finish. To do this, it is sufficient
to use a neutral cleaning product.
You could also use the following cleaning products to clean the optical components:
Special cleaner for optical lenses
Special optical cleaning cloths
Bellows
Brush
When handled correctly and checked regularly, the microscope should give many
years of efficient service.
Should repairs still be necessary, please contact your KERN dealer or our Technical
Department.
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2 Nomenclature
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3 Basic data
Optical system
Greenough
Dimmable lighting
No
Tube
angled at 45°
Gap between the eyes
55 –75 mm
dioptre compensation
One-sided (left)
Packaging dimensions WxDxH
435x410x200 mm
Standard configuration
Model
KERN
Tube
Eyepiece
Field of view
mm
Objective
Stand
Illumination
OSE 409
Binocular
WF 10x Ø 20 mm
Ø 20
1x
Pillar
3W LED goose neck (Incident light)
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4 Assembly
The assembly of the microscope stand together with the holder has to be carried out
as follows:
1. Microscope stand base
Place the stand with the attached pillar on an even and stable table surface.
2. Microscope arm
Attach the arm to the pillar with help of the joint, which is already fitted to the
arm. Fasten the appropriate screws for arm, joint and carrier ring.
3. Connecting joint arm - holder
On the end of the microscope holder, which is already firmly connected to the
microscope head, there is a connection point, which needs to be united with
the end of the microscope arm.
This is carried out with help of the supplied screw and the lever.
The lever consists of a ring and a rod, which firstly need to be screwed
together.
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5 Operation and functionality
5.1 Getting started
After assembly, if the microscope is ready for use, then you must first establish a
power connection using the cable supplied.
Please see section 5.7 for more details on adjusting the lighting.
Do not forget to remove the cap from the bottom of the objective (if present), so that
you will then be able to see a reflection of the object being observed in the eyepiece.
All important functions which relate to the use of the devices in this document are
described in the following sections.
5.2 Adjust the interpupillary distance:
Different users have different interpupillary distances. So each time a different person
uses the microscope, the gap between the two eyepieces must be re-adjusted.
While you are looking through the eyepieces, use one hand to hold the righthand or
lefthand prism housing firmly.
By rotating outwards or inwards, you can either increase or reduce the interpupillary
distance.
As soon as the lefthand and righthand visual fields exactly overlap each other, this is
the correct interpupillary distance.
5.3 Adjusting the magnification
For the OSE 409 you can select only one magnification factor. The standard total
magnification equals from the factor of the eyepieces (10x) and the factor from the
objective (1x). Thus it is always 10x.
Chapter 6 “Optical data” gives information on the possible total magnification which
the microscope can produce, when considering the use of different optional
eyepieces.