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WARNING!
Do not use the mirror on the microscope to focus the sunlight through your microscope.
Looking directly at the sunlight can result in irreversible eye damage.
Your microscope is a precision optical instrument and should be handled with care at all times.
Do not drop your microscope as such impacts may damage or misalign the optics in your instrument.
Do not power down your microscope within five minutes of switching it on as this may reduce the
effective lifetime of the lamp.
Avoid using your microscope in direct sunlight, high temperature and humidity, dust and vibration.
Eyepieces
Darkfield Stage
360° Adjustable
Light Switch
Light Intensity
Focusing Knob
Jewel Clamp
Zoom Adjustment
Base
Eyepiece
Diopter Adjustment
Prism Housing
Incident Light
Microscope Head
Adjustment
Tri-nocular for CCD/Camera
Beam Splitter
Fastening Knob
Barlow Lens

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Product Disclaimer
This product is designed and intended for use only as a stereo/gemlogical microscope. Modifying
this product in any way for use in any situation other than the original and intended product design
will automatically void the warranty.
Setting up your microscope
Remove the microscope and accessories from the box and identify all parts before assembling.
When ready to begin, set the microscope on a stable surface. Your objective lenses should be
pre-installed
Your microscope should be pre-installed from the box. Kindly power your microscope with the
following steps.
1. Plug the power cord into a power outlet.
2. Your microscope is powered by an AC adapter. It is important to ensure the voltage
coincides with that of the microscope.
3. There are three types of illumination available on the switch:
a. I - Indicator Light
b. II - Transmitted Light, and
c. III –Both Indicator and transmitted light
Operating the microscope
Getting started
1. Switch on the power and the lights on your microscope should be illuminated. Your
microscope has a light intensity adjustment dial, ensure it is turned up to the brightest.
2. Clip an object with the jewel tweezer and move it to the centre of the working stage.
3. Loosen the fastening knob and move the microscope head vertically until the object is
within the appropriate working distance. Once this is complete, tighten the fastening knob.
4. To use this microscope with camera, simply connect it with a video adapter.
Focusing
1. To adjust the focus, start with the lowest magnification (10x) and work your way up. Rotate
the zoom adjustment until the lowest magnification.
2. If needed, move the microscope head further or nearer to the object for a clear image.
3. Look through the eyepiece and turn the focusing knob until the image is clear.
4. You may also adjust the focus by turning the eyepiece diopter tube and rotate the prism
housing to suit the interpupillary distance of your eyes.

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Changing magnification
Slowly turn the zoom adjustment clockwise or anticlockwise to the desired magnification.
1. Ensure your specimen is sitting directly under the objective lens.
2. Rotate the focuser knob until the image comes to focus.
Changing the stage
Depending on the type of microscope, there are two ways to change the stage
1. The stage can be removed and replaced by releasing the screw at the bottom front of the
stand.
2. The stage can be removed and replaced by tilting it through the small gap where the stage
sits.
Illumination
Should there be a need to change the light bulb, unplug the electric cord and ensure the
microscope has been switched off for at least 15 minutes.
Incident Light
i. Unscrew the casing and remove the light bulb (be sure that is cool enough to handle)
ii. Insert the new bulb and screw the casing back on
Transmitted light
i. Carefully remove the stage and put aside.
ii. Remove the bulb by releasing the screw.
iii. Insert a new bulb and tighten it with screw.
Caution
When handling a bulb, it is recommended to wear gloves or cover the light bulb with protective
sleeve. Oils and other materials from fingers may damage the bulb. If the bulb has been touched,
clean with alcohol and cloth.

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saxon GSM Gemological Microscope 10x-160x
Specifications
Eyepieces
Wide field 10x & Wide field 20x
Objectives
1x –4x
Magnification
10x - 160x
Working Distance
85mm
Focus
Coarse focusing mechanism
Stage Type
Black/White contrast plate & frosted glass & darkfield
Stand
Pillar
Interpupillary distance
55mm to 75mm
Illumination Type
LED
Powered by
Supplied AC Adapter
Dimensions
160 x 220 x 430 mm
Weight
± 4.2kgs
What’s included in the box
1x saxon stereo microscope
2x Wide field 10X eyepieces
2x Wide field 20X eyepieces
1x Dust cover
1x Black/White contrast plate
1x Frosted glass (pre-installed)
1x Darkfield
1x Barlow lens (2 times)
2x Rubber eye guard
1x Jewel Tweezer
1x AC adapter
1x Instruction manual
You can also obtain the e-Manual from our website at
www.saxon.com.au

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We recommend the following accessories for your microscope
saxon ScopePix Smartphone Adapter
SKU# 615001
Taking pictures through your optical instruments has never been
easier with the saxon ScopePix Smartphone Adapter!
With its simple twist-lock adjustment you will be snapping pictures in
no time.
Fits telescopes, binoculars, spotting scopes, and microscopes.
Compatible with all smartphone models.
saxon Resin Preserved Insects
The resin preserved insects are ideal for observing with any
saxon stereo microscopes. These crystal clear preserved
insects allow you to observe the insects from all angles.
You can also bundle your microscope with ScopePix
Smartphone Adapter to capture images of these amazing
preserved insects!
Available in:
Scorpion
SKU# 310211
Beetle
SKU# 310212
saxon Ores Samples
SKU# 312010
12pieces rock sample kit perfect for young scientists to explore
mineralogy. The 12piece ores included shale, gesso, calcite, grey rock,
granite, marble, quartz, plant fossil, pencil stone, snake stone,
phosphorite, and gritstone.

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You may also be interested with other microscope range
saxon Biological Microscopes
Biological microscopes or compound
microscopes are best used objects that are
mounted on a slide.
saxon Digital Microscopes
Digital microscopes are a great way to take
picrtures and videos of your specimen.
saxon Stereo Microscopes
Stereo microscopes or dissecting microscopes
are best used when observing 3D objects or
objects that are not mounted on a slide.
saxon Microscope Accessories Range
Prepared slides, blank slides, eyepiece,
microscope stage, and more!
Find out more about our microscope range and accessories here on www.saxon.com.au/microscopes

Caring for and cleaning your microscope
To ensure your microscope performs at its best, regular maintenance of your microscope is
recommended.
Cover the microscope with the dust cover whenever it is not in use. This will prevent dust from
settling on the mirror or lens surface.
When moving your microscope, carry it with two hands –one holding the arm and the other
supporting the base. Never pick it up by the focusing knobs.
Do not dismantle or modify any parts of the microscope as either of this will void the warranty.
(Unless noted on instruction manual)
Do not store microscope in direct sunlight or under direct indoor light.
Use only appropriate cleaning tools when cleaning your microscope. We recommend using a
combination of the follow:
A soft brush made from camel hair
Optical cleaning solution and soft lint-free cloth
Special lens paper
Clean the lens surface using an appropriate optical cleaning solution and always remember to dry
the lens after. Do not wipe the lenses when they are dry as they can easily be scratched.
For the condenser and illuminator lens, only clean the top lens surface.