Optika IM-2 User manual

Version: 1
Issued: 30, 05, 2016
Model
IM-2
IM-2ERGO
IM Series
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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Table of Contents
Warning
Symbols and conventions
Safety Information
Intended use
List of accessories and spare parts
Overview
Unpacking
Assembling
Using the microscope
Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Equipment disposal

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Warning
This microscope is a scientic precision instrument designed to last for many years with a minimum of mainte-
nance. It is built to high optical and mechanical standards and to withstand daily use. We remind you that this
manual contains important information on safety and maintenance, and that it must therefore be made acces-
sible to the instrument users. We decline any responsibility deriving from incorrect instrument use uses that does
not comply with this manual.
Symbols and conventions
The following chart is an illustrated glossary of the symbols that are used in this manual.
CAUTION
This symbol indicates a potential risk and alerts you to proceed with caution.
ELECTRICAL SHOCK
This symbol indicates a risk of electrical shock.
Safety Information
Avoiding Electrical Shock
Before plugging in the power 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. Users should observe all safety
regulations of the region. The equipment has acquired the CE safety label. However, users have full responsibil-
ity to use this equipment safely. Please follow the guidelines below, and read this manual in its entirety to ensure
safe operation of the unit.
Intended use
For research and teaching use only. Not intended for any animal or human therapeutic or diagnostic use.

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List of accessories and spare parts
CAT. NO. DESCRIPTION
M-755 Ergonomical binocular head.
M-755.1 Trinocular attachment for Ergonomical binocular head (M-755).
M-017 Eyepiece EWF10x/22mm.
M-021 Eyepiece micrometer EWF10x/22mm.
M-005 26x76 mm micrometric slide. Range 1 mm, div. 0,01 mm.
M-770 Objective IOS LWD PLAN Achromatic 4x/0,10 (w.d. 18mm).
M-771 Objective IOS LWD PLAN Achromatic for phase contrast 10x/0,25 (w.d. 10mm).
M-772 Objective IOS LWD PLAN Achromatic for phase contrast 20x/0,40 (w.d. 5,1mm).
M-773 Objective IOS LWD PLAN Achromatic 40x/0,60 (w.d. 2,6mm).
M-774 Objective IOS LWD PLAN Achromatic for phase contrast 40x/0,60 (to use with M-776).
M-776 Phase ring 40x (to use with M-774).
M-778 C-mount adapter for 1/3”,1/2” and 2/3” sensor.
M-036 Dust cover type 7.
M-795 Fluorescence attachment, HBO100W, B and G filtersets (only for IM-2).
M-792.1 Mechanical stage for IM-2 series.
M-793.1 Holder for Petri diameter 38mm (M-793.2 needed).
M-793.2 Holder for Terasaki and Petri diameter 65mm.
M-793.3 Holder for slide and Petri diameter 54mm.
M-793.4 Holder for 2+2 slides.
M-793.6 Holder for Utermöhl-Chamber (M-793.3 needed).
M-793.8 Load-bearing side extension for IM-2 series.
M-173 Photo adapter for APS-C and Full Frame Reflex cameras.
M-114 C-Mount adapter for 1/2” sensor.
M-116 C-Mount adapter for 2/3” sensor.
VP-IM IQ/OQ/PQ Validation Protocols.
Overview
M-755 + M-755.1
ERGONOMICAL
TRINOCULAR
HEAD

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Overview
FILTER HOLDER
PHASE
CONTRAST SLIDER
TRINOCULAR
VIEWING
TUBE
(FIXED)
DIOPTRIC
ADJUSTMENT
RING
EYEPIECE
LED
HOUSING
CONDENSER
COARSE
FOCUS KNOB
FINE FOCUS KNOB
TENSION
ADJUSTMENT
COLLAR
OBJECTIVE
STAGE
MICROSCOPE
BODY
LIGHT
ADJUSTEMENT
MAIN SWITCH
GLASS STAGE
INSERT

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Unpacking
The microscope is housed in a moulded Styrofoam container. Remove the tape from the edge of the container
and lift the top half of the container. Take some care to avoid that the optical items (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.
Assembling
Once you open the box, these are the microscope’s components:
① Microscope body
② Condenser
③ Head
④ LED illuminator
⑤ Phase contrast slide
⑥ Eyepieces
⑦ Trinocular tube
⑧ Glass insert for stage
⑨ Objectives
⑩ Power cable
⑪ Brighteld lters (Blue, green and frosted)
⑪
⑩
③
④⑤
⑥
⑦
⑧
⑨
①
②

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③
Fig.4
Fig.5
Fig.3
Fig.1
Fig.2
1. Turning the coarse focusing knob ① till the
nosepiece reaches its lowest position.
► For a safe transport, the nosepiece is
placed in the lowest position and the
tension adjustment collar ②is adjust-
ed to the appropriate tension when the
microscope leaves the factory. (Fig.3)
2. Screw the lowest magnication objective
on to the turret from the right side, then
turn the turret clockwise. Mount the other
objectives in the same way, following the
sequence from low to high.
► Note: the objectives can also be in-
stalled through the stage opening.
(Fig.4)
► Clean the objectives regularly. In inverted
microscopes, the objectives are very sen-
sitive to dust.
► To prevent dust and contamination from
entering the microscope, cover all the un-
used holes with dust caps ③. (Fig.5)
► When operating, use the low magnication
objective (10X) to search and focus the
specimen, then switch to higher magnica-
tions.
► When switching between objectives, slowly
turn the nosepiece until it clicks. The click
means that the objective is in the right posi-
tion, in the center of the light path.
1. Take out the dust cap and x the optical
head using the screw ①. (Fig.1)
2. Insert the trinocular tube into the exit above
the head, and x it using the screw ②.
(Fig.2)
①
①
②
②
Installing the objectives
Installing the optical head

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1. When using the glass stage, make sure
that the insert is horizontal.
2. Install the stage insert in the stage open-
ing. (Fig.8)
Installing the stage insert
Installing the eyepieces
Insert both eyepieces into the tubes of the
optical head. (Fig.9)
Fig.8
Fig.9
Fig.6
Fig.7
The stage extension can be installed on either
side of the stage to enlarge the working sur-
face. The mechanical stage must be installed
on the side opposite the extension.
For right-handed operators, the mechanical
stage is normally installed on the right side.
1. Installing the stage extension: Screw the
bolts on to the extension, then mount the
extension from below the stage. (Fig.6)
2. Installing the mechanical stage: As for the
extension, the mechanical stage is xed
with two bolts under the stage. (Fig.7)
Installing the stage extension and
the mechanical stage (OPTIONAL)

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► Remove the lter holder, then install the
color lters you need. (Fig.13, Fig.14)
Mount the color lter at as shown in ①,
verifying that they are not tilted.
► If the color lter is tilted or otherwise
out of place ②, it may fall.
The color lters can be stacked in the
holder. This allows to install as many lters
as needed, as long as the whole thickness
is less than 11 mm.
Installing the color lters
Fig.13
Fig.14
Fig.10
Fig.11
Fig.12
1. Insert the condenser illumination unit into
the bracket. (Fig.10)
2. Turn the condenser illumination unit
clockwise about 90°, with the “AS” mark of
lter holder facing forwards. Screw the 2
xing mut with the supplied allen wrench.
(Fig.11)
3. Insert the connector plug ② into the con-
nector jack.
4. Push the LED housing gently into the ho-
les of the illumination unit. (Fig.12)
Installing the condenser
illumination unit and the LED
housing
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1. Turn the main switch ① to “O”(off) before
connecting the power cord. (Fig.15)
2. Insert the cable into the power socket of
the microscope. (Fig.16)
3. Plug the power cord into the mains sock-
et. Check for a safe connection.
► Please use the supplied power cord.
If lost or damaged, please refer to
qualied service.
► Connect the power cord to a grounded
(earthed) power supply only.
Before replacing the fuse, turn the main switch
to “O” (off) and unplug the power cord.
Rotate the fuse support out of the holder using
a straight screwdriver. Insert a new fuse in the
support, then rotate the support back into the
holder. (Fig.17)
► Fuse rating:
see back of the microscope.
Connecting the power cord
Replacing the fuse
Fig.15
Fig.16
Fig.17
①