Optika B-180 User manual

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INDEX
1.0 DESCRIPTION page 3
2.0 INTRODUCTION page 5
3.0 UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY page 5
4.0 USING THE MICROSCOPE page 6
4.1 Adjust the observation head
4.2 Place the specimen on the stage
4.3 Lamp settings
4.4 Adjust interpupillary distance
4.5 Focus and diopter adjustment
4.6 Condenser adjustment
4.7 Set the numerical aperture
4.8 Additional filters
5.0 MAINTENANCE page 7
5.1 Microscopy environment
5.2 To think about when and after using the microscope
5.3 Electrical safety precautions
5.4 Cleaning the optics
6.0 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS page 8
7.0 RECOVERY AND RECYCLING page 9

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1.0 DESCRIPTION
EYEPIECE
DIOPTRIC ADJUSTMENT RING
SLIDE CLAMP
NOSEPIECE
CONDENSER ADJUSTMENT
KNOB
OBJECTIVE
STAGE
CONDENSER-CENTRING
SCREWS
CONDENSER
LED LIGHT
ILLUMINATOR
FLIP OUT FILTER
HOLDER
IRIS DIAPHRAGM
BRIGHTNESS ADJU-
STMENT WHEEL
MAIN BODY
BINOCULAR OB-
SERVATION HEAD
B-182: FRONT VIEW

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LOCK SCREW
FOCUS STOP KNOB
MAIN CABLE
ON-OFF SWITCH
COARSE FOCUSING
KNOB
MONOCULAR
OBSERVATIONHEAD
B-181: REAR VIEW
TRANSLATION
KNOBS
FINE FOCUSING
KNOB
1.0 DESCRIPTION

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2.0 INTRODUCTION
This microscope is a scientific precision instrument designed to last for many years with a minimum
of maintenance. It is built to high optical and mechanical standards and to withstand daily use.
Optika reminds you that this manual contains important information on safety and maintenance, and
that it must therefore be made accessible to the instrument users.
Optika declines any responsibility deriving from instrument uses that do not comply with this ma-
nual.
3.1 The microscope is housed in a moulded Styrofoam container. Remove the tape from the ge of
thecontainerandliftthetophalfofthecontainer.Takesomecaretoavoidthatthe opticalitems
(objectives and eyepieces) fall out and get damaged. Using both hands (one around the arm
and one around the base), lift the microscope from the container and put it on a stable desk.
3.2 Place the observation head onto the top of the arm and tighten the lock-screw. Insert the
eyepiece/s into the eye tube/s. Remove the plastic protection film from the microscope stage.
3.3 The objectives are located in individual protective vials. Remove the objectives from the
vials and insert them into the microscope nosepiece in the order from the lowest magnifica-
tion to the highest, in a clockwise direction from the rear.
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4.1 Adjust the observation head
Loosen the lock-screw, turn the observation head to a comfortable position for observation,
and then lock the lock-screw.
4.2 Place the specimen on the stage
Lock the specimen slide on the mechanical stage using the slide clamp. Ensure that the spe-
cimen is centred over the stage opening by adjusting the coaxial knobs of the stage.
4.3 Lamp settings
The microscope is fitted with white LED illuminator. Before turning on the light, read the sec-
tion 5.3 about electrical safety precautions. Insert the plug of the cable into the power socket
and turn on the switch on the back of the main body. Turn the brightness adjustment wheel to
a brightness suitable for observation.
4.4 Adjust interpupillary distance
Hold the right and left parts of the observation head by both hands and adjust the interpupil-
lary distance by turning the two parts until one circle of light can be seen.
4.5 Focus and diopter adjustment
Turn the dioptric adjustment ring on the right eye tube until its bottom edge is at zero. Loosen
the focus-stop knob if needed, rotate the coarse focusing knob to bring the slide into focus
using an objective with a low magnification, and then lock the focus-stop knob. Adjust the fine
focusing knob to get the image sharp and clear while observing with your right eye, then turn
the left dioptric adjustment ring until a sharp and clear image can be observed also with the
other eye. Turn the nosepiece to choose the objective you need.
4.6 Condenser adjustment
Turn the condenser adjustment knob to move the condenser up or down for a clear and uni-
form sample illumination. The condenser centring screws can be used to centre the conden-
ser.
4.7 Set the numerical aperture
Adjust the aperture of the iris diaphragm to set the numerical aperture of the illuminator, thus
controlling image contrast and resolution.
4.8 Additional filters
The blue, yellow and frosted glass filters can be inserted in the flip-out filter holder underneath
the condenser.
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5.1 Microscopy environment
This microscope is recommended to be used in a clean, dry and shock free environment with
a temperature of 0-40°C and a maximum relative humidity of 85 % (non condensing). Use a
dehumidifier if needed.
5.2 To think about when and after using the microscope
• The microscope should always be kept vertically when moving it and be careful so that no
moving parts, such as the eyepieces, fall out.
• Never mishandle or impose unnecessary force on the microscope.
• Never attempt to service the microscope yourself.
• After use, turn off the light immediately, cover the microscope with the included dust-cover,
and keep it in a dry and clean place.
5.3 Electrical safety precautions
• Before plugging in the power cord with the supply, make sure that the supplying voltage of
your region matches with the operation voltage of the equipment and that the lamp switch is
in off-position.
• Do not turn the power on and off, off and on immediately as this will shorten the life span of
the bulb and may cause damage to the electrical system.
• Users should observe all safety regulations of the region. The equipment has acquired the CE
safety label. However, users do have full responsibility to use this equipment safely.
5.4 Cleaning the optics
• If the optical parts need to be cleaned try first to: use compressed air.
• If that is not sufficient: use a soft lint-free piece of cloth with water and a mild detergent.
• And as a final option: use the piece of cloth moistened with a 3:7 mixture of ethanol and
ether.
Note: ethanol and ether are highly flammable liquids. Do not use them near a heat source,
near sparks or near electric equipment. Use these chemicals in a well ventilated room.
• Remember to never wipe the surface of any optical items with your hands. Fingerprints can
damage the optics.
• Do not disassemble objectives or eyepieces in attempt to clean them.
5.5 If you need to send the microscope to Optika for maintenance, please use the original packa-
ging.
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HEAD: MONOCULAR, 360° ROTATING, 45° INCLINED OR BINOCULAR AND
TRINOCULAR, 360° ROTATING, 30° INCLINED
EYEPIECES: WF10X/18MM
NOSEPIECE: QUADRUPLE, REVERSED
OBJECTIVES: ACHROMATIC 4X, 10X, 40X
WORKING STAGE: DOUBLE LAYER WITH MECHANICAL SLIDING STAGE, 125X115MM, MOV.
RANGE 50X30MM
CONDENSER: 1.25 N.A. ABBE TYPE, WITH CENTRING SYSTEM
FOCUSING SY-
STEM:
COAXIAL COARSE AND FINE FOCUSING SYSTEM, WITH FOCUSING
STOP MECHANISM
ILLUMINATION: WHITE LED, NON-RECHARGEABLE, WITH BRIGHTNESS CONTROL
MAINS POWER: 220V / 50 HZ
FUSE: 2A (UNDERNEATH THE BASE)
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The appliance reports the symbol:
This symbol means that the appliance can be a precious source of raw materials. Therefore, it must
not be disposed of as waste, but separately collected for the recycling and the recovery of the mate-
rials it contained in it. Such materials, if improperly dispersed into the environment, can be harmful
to the environment and to human health.
The producer of the equipment, Optika Microscopes, recovers, re-uses and recycles the raw mate-
rials contained in the equipment. Such recovery, however, needs your help.
When, at the end of its operating life, you shall decide to dispose of the apparatus, do not try to open
it, nor to use parts of it in ways other than reported in this Manual, but bring it back to the Distributor
you bought it from, or to other Optika Microscopes distributors. The Distributor shall collect the ap-
paratus free of charge.
The recovery of the raw materials shall then take place in accordance with the European Directive
2002 / 96 / EC and all other relevant Directives. Never disassemble, nor dispose of as waste, appa-
ratus reporting the “crossed bin” symbol indicated above.
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INDICE
1.0 DESCRIZIONE pag. 11
2.0 INTRODUZIONE pag. 13
3.0 RIMOZIONE DELL’IMBALLAGGIO E MONTAGGIO pag. 13
4.0 UTILIZZO DEL MICROSCOPIO pag. 14
4.1 Regolare la testa per l’osservazione
4.2 Mettere il campione sul piatto portaoggetti
4.3 Regolazione della lampadina
4.4 Regolare la distanza interpupillare
4.5 Regolazione della messa a fuoco e della diottria
4.6 Regolazione del condensatore
4.7 Regolare l’apertura numerica
4.8 Filtri supplementari
5.0 MANUTENZIONE pag. 15
5.1 Condizioni dell’ambiente per l’uso del microscopio
5.2 Da considerarsi al momento dell’utilizzo del microscopio
e dopo il suo uso
5.3 Precauzioni ai fini della sicurezza elettrica
5.4 Pulizia degli oculari
6.0 CARATTERISTICHE TECNICHE pag. 16
7.0 RICICLO E RECUPERO pag. 17