Vivitar VIV-MIC-20 User manual

VIV-MIC-20
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Microscope Set

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Introduction
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Microscope, Tweezers, 8 Slides, Slide Covers, 2 Collection Vials, User’s Manual with Warranty
Information
the mysterious world surrounding us which can only be seen at the microscopic level. In additon,
you will find this device to be a key tool in making scientific discoveries.
hank you for purchasing the VIV-MIC-20 microscope set. You can use this set to learn about the
Included With Your Device

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Regarding Your Vivitar Microscope
Thank you for purchasing your Vivitar microscope. You can use your new microscope as an
instrument for making very small objects appear much larger so they can be studied. There are
millions of tiny living plants and animals that can be easily seen with your microscope. In today’s
technological world microscopes are used in every science from the most fundamental biology to
police departments and even astronomers when they study fallen meteorites. Your microscope
will let you see the basic building blocks of life on our Earth. Your microscope has been designed
to provide hours of enjoyment. Have Fun!
WARNING! CHOKING HAZARD – Small parts. Not suitable for children under 3 years.
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WARNING: Always wash your hands carefully after handling any samples and always dispose of any samples in
a safe manner. When working with samples keep your hands away from your mouth and eyes. Read all
instructions before use. Follow them and keep them for future reference. Keep small children and animals away
from any experiments or projects. Store your microscope set out of reach of small children. Eye protection is not
included.

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A Quick Look at Your Device
1 Eyepiece
2 Focusing Knob
3 Body Tube
4 Revolving Turret
5 Objective Lens
6 Arm
7 Stage
8
Base (Battery Case)
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Helpful Hints
1) The most important parts of your microscope are the lenses. Handle them with care. If the lenses are
dirty or dusty you can clean them with a soft cotton cloth or a special lens cleaning tissue. Do not wipe
them with a finger or a regular facial tissue.
2) If you are not going to use your microscope for a week or more take out the two AA batteries that power
the illuminator.
3) Protect your microscope from dust and moisture by always storing it in its case.

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Getting Started
1) First, insert 2 “AA” alkaline batteries (not included) in the base of the microscope. In order
to do so, first remove the bottom cover as shown below. When inserting batteries, make
sure that the (+) and (-) terminals are properly identified. Replace the bottom cover and
re-insert the screw. Do not over-tighten.
IMPORTANT NOTE:Do not mix old and new batteries. Do not mix alkaline batteries, standard
(Carbon-Zinc) or rechargeable (Nickel-Cadmium) batteries.
2) Place the microscope on a flat surface near a bright light or in the daytime, a window.
If there is no bright light available, or if the room lighting is poor you can use the microscope’s
electric illuminator.

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Getting Started
3)Once you can see a bright light circle in the eyepiece your microscope is ready for use.
4)Choose a slide
from your set. Place it on top of the stage.
5)Next, choose the magnifying power you want to use.
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our microscope can provide
magnifying powers of 300X. 450X and 600X. Remember that the longer objective lenses
provide the higher powers. Most observing is done at low power.
6)To change the magnifying strength turn the
revolving lens turret until you hear a click.
7)Turn the focusing knob until the objective lens is almost touching the slide. Don’t let the
lens touch the slide as you may break the slide and damage the lens. Now look through the
eyepiece and slowly turn the focusing knob back until you see the sample clearly.

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How to Make a Prepared Slide
Samples for examination should be very thin so that light can pass through them. If the
sample is too thick it will appear dark in the microscope.Cloth fibers, pollen, dust or salt
crystals will be easy to see and make good samples for beginners to observe.
A)Making a Temporary Slide
1) Wipe the slide clean.
2) Prepare a thin sample. You may have to slice it with a scalpel or a razor blade. Be very careful. You
may want to ask for help from an adult.
3) Pick up your sample with the tweezers and put it on the center section of the slide. Add one drop of
water.
4) Gently place a temporary slide cover (plastic) over the sample, being careful not to allow any air
bubbles in.
5) Remove any excess water with a piece of paper towel by pressing it down gently over the slide cover.
6) Now you can observe your slide.

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