Zeiss Floor Stand S User manual

Floor Stand S
Bodenstativ S
Operating manual
Gebrauchsanweisung

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ZEISS Bodenstativ S
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Issued by: Carl Zeiss Microscopy GmbH
Carl-Zeiss-Promenade 10
07745 Jena, Germany
[e-mail]
www.zeiss.com/microscopy
Carl Zeiss Microscopy GmbH
Königsallee 9-21
37081 Göttingen, Germany
Number of this manual: 435413-7144-010
Date of issue: Version 4, 31/01/2017

CONTENTS
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CONTENTS
Page
1INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................. 2
1.1 General information......................................................................................................... 2
1.2 Notes on instrument safety .............................................................................................. 3
1.3 Warranty information ...................................................................................................... 3
1.4 Warning and information labels on the system ................................................................. 4
2DESCRIPTION ................................................................................................................. 6
2.1 Description and key features ............................................................................................ 6
2.2 Intended use.................................................................................................................... 6
2.3 Description of Floor Stand S ............................................................................................. 6
2.4 System overview .............................................................................................................. 7
2.5 Controls and connections on Floor Stand S....................................................................... 8
2.6 Technical data ............................................................................................................... 10
2.7 Ambient conditions........................................................................................................ 11
3FIRST-TIME SET-UP ...................................................................................................... 12
3.1 Installing Stemi carrier and microscope body................................................................... 13
3.2 Installing the cold light source ........................................................................................ 13
4OPERATION ................................................................................................................. 14
4.1 Adjusting weight balance of the suspension arm ............................................................ 14
4.2 Setting the illumination.................................................................................................. 16
4.3 Adjusting the Floor Stand S ............................................................................................ 16
4.4 Vertical adjustment on the articulated suspension arm .................................................... 16
4.5 Longitudinal adjustment via swivel joints ........................................................................ 17
4.6 Tilting on the tilting head............................................................................................... 17
4.7 Rotating the tilting head ................................................................................................ 17
4.8 Focusing drive on the Stemi mount ................................................................................ 18
4.9 Application examples ..................................................................................................... 18
4.9.1 Vertical viewing position ................................................................................................ 18
4.9.2 Oblique viewing position................................................................................................ 19
4.9.3 Horizontal viewing position............................................................................................ 19
5RELOCATION AND TRANSPORT.................................................................................. 20
5.1 Short-distance relocation ............................................................................................... 20
5.2 Transporting over long distances .................................................................................... 21
6CARE, MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE.......................................................................... 22
6.1 Care.............................................................................................................................. 22
6.2 Maintenance ................................................................................................................. 23
6.3 Service........................................................................................................................... 23
7DISPOSAL OF THE PRODUCT ...................................................................................... 24

INTRODUCTION
ZEISS General information Floor Stand S
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1.1 General information
Floor Stand S is an accessory for the Stemi 305 or Stemi 508 stereo microscopes. It can also
be used with SteREO Discovery configurations whose weight does not exceed the working
load of the Stemi mount (5 kg).
This manual covers installation and operation of Floor Stand S.
For the first-time set-up of the stereo microscopes, observe the separate operating manuals
for Stemi 305, Stemi 508 or Stemi SteREO Discovery and the operating manuals for the
external cold light sources.
The following warning and information symbols are used in this operating manual:
CAUTION
This symbol indicates a potential hazard to the user.
CAUTION
Risk of pinching!
CAUTION
Do not exceed maximum load.
ATTENTION
This symbol indicates a potential hazard to the instrument or system.
ATTENTION
Read the operating manual.
NOTE
This symbol designates information that should be closely followed.

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1.2 Notes on instrument safety
Floor Stand S for stereo microscopes, including original accessories, may only be used for the
applications described in this operating manual. The manufacturer cannot assume any
liability for other uses of the instrument, including those of individual modules or single
parts. This also applies to any service or repair work that is not carried o
ut by authorized
service personnel. Failure to comply with this shall render all warranty claims invalid.
The safety instructions in the operating manuals of all components used with the
Floor Stand S, such as the microscope body, illumination equipment etc., must be observed.
There is a risk of pinching fingers between the points marked with the sign "Risk of
pinching". Do not touch these points while Floor Stand S or it's parts are being moved.
Installation, modifications and repairs of Floor Stand S are to be carried out by ZEISS Service
or other qualified personnel, specifically authorized by ZEISS only.
During installation of microscope components and accessories take care that the maximum
lif
ting capacity at the suspension arm of Floor Stand S is not exceeded (see warning
"Maximum load"). Otherwise, there is a risk of personal injury or property damage, since the
suspension arm may move downward unintentional.
The weight of tilting head and Stemi mount must be taken into account!
To move the Floor Stand S to another place, observe Section Relocation and transport on
page 20. After moving, always secure the stand base using it's wheel stops! Otherwise, Floor
Stand S may roll away and lead to personal injury or damage to property.
1.3 Warranty information
The manufacturer guarantees that the instrument is free of material or manufacturing defects upon
delivery. Any defects must be reported immediately and steps taken to minimize damage. If such a
defect is reported, the instrument manufacturer shall be obliged to correct the fault, either by repairing
the instrument or replacing it with a new one, at the manufacturer's discretion. No warranty is given
for defects caused by natural wear and tear (particularly of wearing parts) and improper use of the
instrument.
The instrument manufacturer shall not be liable for damage caused by misuse, negligence or any other
tampering with the instrument, particularly the removal or replacement of instrument components, or
the use of accessories from other manufacturers. Such actions will render any warranty claims invalid.
With the exception of the work described in this manual, no maintenance or repair work is to be
carried out on these microscopes. Repairs may only be performed by ZEISS Service or individuals
specifically authorized by ZEISS Service. In the event of a problem with the instrument, please contact
ZEISS service or your local ZEISS overseas representative.

INTRODUCTION
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1.4 Warning and information labels on the system
Fig. 1 Warning and information labels

INTRODUCTION
Floor Stand S Warning and information labels on the system ZEISS
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Item Label Explanation
1 Friction information
Explanation of brake effect achieved by rotating the friction adjustment
knob.
Turning to the left: Reduces braking action
Turning to the right: Increases braking action
2 Warning label "Danger of pinching"
Fingers may be pinched. Do not touch this area while the floor stand or
its parts are being moved.
3 Weight balancing on suspension arm
After installing the stereo microscope with all its accessories, the
setting screw for weight balancing of the suspension arm can be
adjusted.
Turning to the left: Reduces weight
Turning to the right: Increases weight
4 Warning label "Maximum load"
A maximum of 7 kg should be applied to the suspension arm.
5 Brightness adjustment
(Not active!)
6 Service information
7 Year of manufacture
8 Information label "Transport position"
During transport, the stand may only be held and shifted at this point.
Observe the operating manual and accompanying documents.
Shows the transport position for the device. Always bring the device to
this position before transporting in order to avoid damage to the
device.

DESCRIPTION
ZEISS Description and key features Floor Stand S
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2.1 Description and key features
Manufacturer’s designation: Floor Stand S
The devices may only be used for the applications and purposes described in this operating
manual. See also Section Notes on instrument safety on page 3.
2.2Intended use
Together with a ZEISS stereo microscope (e.g. Stemi 508), Floor Stand S is intended to be used for
enlarged, spatial observation and manipulation of large specimen in bio laboratories. It is also made for
observation, diagnosis and surgery in veterinary medicine.
In industrial production and quality control, Floor stand S with ZEISS stereo microscopes is intended to
be used for inspection, assembly or repair of large industrial workpieces and products. It is also ideally
suited for restoration work!
Floor Stand S is not approved as a medicine product! Any use on patients is expressly excluded!
2.3 Description of Floor Stand S
Floor Stand S is a large, mobile stand for stereo microscopes consisting of stand base and stand
column, the extension arm consisting of traverse, articulated suspension arm and tilting head - and a
console for a cold light source. To get a complete microscope system, a ZEISS stereo microscope, Stemi
mount with focus drive and a fiberoptic light source with light guide have to be added separately.
Using the traverse, articulated suspension arm and tilting head, the stereo microscope can be freely
positioned for working. The focus drive on the Stemi mount enables precise focusing.
Four freely movable wheels at the stand base facilitate the positioning of the system. Wheel stops
prevent the system from rolling away and unintentional movements.

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Floor Stand S System overview ZEISS
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2.4 System overview
1End piece of tilting head
2Tilting head
3Articulated suspension arm
4Traverse
5Cold light source, e.g. CL 6000 LED
6Console for cold light source
7Flexible optic fiber (light guide) 1500, 5/2200 mm
XMechanical interface for fiber optics
8Focusing attachment
9Stand column
10 Stand base
11 Steerable wheels with brakes
12 Stemi mount with drive for column 32
13 Optical fiber holder (light guide holder)
14 Microscope body Stemi 508
Fig. 2 System overview Floor Stand S

DESCRIPTION
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2.5 Controls and connections on Floor Stand S
Fig. 3 Controls and functional elements on Floor Stand S and microscope system

DESCRIPTION
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Item Designation Intended use / Description
1 Traverse Boom length 500 mm
2 Articulated suspension arm Boom length 600 mm
3 Torque adjusting screw Adjusting the torque for the stroke movement of the articulated
suspension arm (after successful weight balancing of the
microscope equipment)
4 Cover of the tilting head mount
5 Torque adjusting screw Adjusting the torque of the coupling pin
6 Rotary knob Without function
7 Tilting head
8 Clamping screw on the Stemi
mount for microscope body
Fixation of microscope body on Stemi mount
9 Focusing drive on Stemi mount Focusing on the object, adjustable torque (see Section 4.8)
10 Star knob on Stemi mount Fixation of Stemi mount on tilting head
11 Joint of tilting head Inclination of the microscope
12 Tilting clamping lever Adjusting and fixing the position of the tilting head
13 Adjusting screw for weight
balancing
Adjusting the balance
14 Torque adjusting screw Adjusting the torque of the articulated suspension arm
15 Torque adjusting screw Adjusting the torque of the traverse
16 Stand column
17 Steerable wheels with brakes To lock the stand (press once to lock; release by pulling upwards
with your toe).
18 Stand base
19 Cold light source Illuminator for microscope, operating elements and connections
see separate operating manual
20 Console for light sources Mount for cold light source
21 Adapter plate Mount for console for cold light sources

DESCRIPTION
ZEISS Technical data Floor Stand S
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2.6 Technical data
Fig. 4 Dimensions and rotary axes for Floor Stand S

DESCRIPTION
Floor Stand S Ambient conditions ZEISS
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Item No. Dimensions / Workspace Remarks
1 500 mm Traverse boom length
2 600 mm Articulated suspension arm boom length
3 approx. ±300 mm Vertical adjustment of the articulated suspension arm
4 approx. 1000 mm to 1650 mm Stemi mount height (microscope support) over floor
5 up to 1100 mm Distance of stand column to tilting head axis
6 up to 1255 mm Distance of stand column to optical axis of the microscope body
7 approx. 1730 mm Height of stand column (above ground)
Further technical data:
Max. height of Floor Stand S (articulated suspension arm in top position) ................... approx. 1880 mm
Height of eyepiece with Stemi 508 .............................................................. approx. 1170 mm to 1810
(facilitates working in standing or sitting position)
Rotating angle of articulated suspension around swivel arm ....................................................... ±150°
Rotating angle of traverse around stand column ...........................................................................360°
Dimensions of stand base (length x width) .............................................................. 625 mm x 625 mm
Weight (including microscope) ....................................................................................... approx. 90 kg
2.7 Ambient conditions
Transport and storage
Temperature................................................................................................................-40°C to +70°C
Relative humidity (non-condensing) .................................................................................10% to 90%
Atmospheric pressure........................................................................................... 500 hPa to 1060 hPa
Operation
Temperature...............................................................................................................+10°C to +40°C
Relative humidity ............................................................................................................30% to 75%

FIRST-TIME SET-UP
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Floor Stand S (if ordered, including built-in optic fiber/light guide) will be installed and set up by ZEISS
Service or a specialist named by ZEISS.
If available, the microscope, Stemi mount column 32 and cold light source will also be installed and
connected. These may also be subsequently mounted by the customer (see below).
The following operational requirements must be met before using the device each time:
−The connection parts are properly seated.
−The screws are securely tightened.
During installation of microscope components and accessories take care that the maximum
lifting capacity at the suspension arm of Floor Stand S is not exceeded (see warning
"Maximum load"). Otherwise, there is a risk of personal injury or property damage, since the
suspension arm may move downward unintentional.
The weight of tilting head and Stemi mount must be taken into account!
There is a risk of pinching fingers between the points marked with the sign "Risk of
pinching". Do not touch these points while Floor Stand S or it's parts are being moved.
To move the Floor Stand S to another place, observe Section Relocation and transport on
page 20. Secure the stand base using it's wheel stops!
Otherwise, Floor Stand S may roll
away and lead to personal injury or damage to property.

FIRST-TIME SET-UP
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3.1 Installing Stemi carrier and
microscope body
•Loosen the clamping lever (Fig. 5/1) on the
tilting head Fig. 5/2).
•Align the tilting head (Fig. 5/2) vertically or set
in desired angular position, then re-tighten
the clamping lever.
The angular position of the clamping
lever (Fig. 5/1
) can be set to a position
that is convenient for the clamping
procedure. To this end, pull the lever
until it comes out of the click stop and
turn it into the desired angular position.
After releasing
the lever, it will
automatically snap in again by a spring
mechanism.
•Unscrew the end piece (Fig. 5/5) from the
tilting head (Fig. 5/2).
•Slip the Stemi mount (Fig. 5/4) from the
bottom over the tilting head and secure it in
the desired position by means of the star knob
(Fig. 5/3).
•Screw the end piece back into tilting head.
•Screw the light guide holder (for optic fiber) (Fig. 5/7) with 3 mm Allen screw (Fig. 5/8) onto the
Stemi mount.
•Push the optic fiber end (Fig. 5/10) into the hole on the light guide holder (Fig. 5/7) and clamp it on
the metal sleeve (10 mm diameter) using the head screw. Please note: do not clamp onto the flexible
hose.
•Pull the focusing optics (Fig. 5/11) up to the stop on the optic fiber and screw it in.
•Insert the microscope body, e.g. Stemi 508 (Fig. 5/9), into the mounting hole of the Stemi carrier
and fix using the clamping screw (Fig. 5/6).
•If present, screw front optics in the microscope body.
If the focusing drive of the Stemi mount drops unintentionally, the torque of the focusing drive
must be adjusted to the
weight of the microscope. To do this, rotate the left and right focus
drive in opposite directions.
3.2Installing the cold light source
•Position the fiberoptic light source on the console for cold light sources as shown in Fig. 6.
•To adapt light guide and power cord to the light source, as well as for switch-on and operation,
please observe the separate user manual of the cold light source.
Fig. 5 Installing Stemi carrier and microscope
body

OPERATION
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4.1 Adjusting weight balance of the suspension arm
•Check the Floor Stand S for damage before each use. If it is damaged, it must first be repaired.
•Prior to each application, perform a weight balance of the articulated suspension arm, until the
stereo microscope keeps it's set height in all positions of the articulating arm.
The stereo microscope must not lift up or sink down by itself.
There is a risk of pinching fingers between the points marked with the sign "Risk of
pinching". Do not touch these points while Floor Stand S or it's parts are being moved.
Perform the weight balancing only after the entire microscope setup has been installed. A maximum
weight of 7 kg may be applied to the articulated suspension arm. The weight of tilting head and
Stemi mount must be taken into account!
•Loosen the brake screw (Fig. 6/1) of the articulated suspension arm.
•Insert an 8 mm Allen key into the opening of the joint cover (Fig. 6/2).
•Use the Allen key to turn the setting screw for weight balancing (Fig. 6/3) until the equipment is
balanced.
•Check the weight compensation in several height positions of the articulating arm.
•Tighten the brake screw step by step until the desired torque of the stroke movement of the
suspension arm is reached.

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Fig. 6 Adjusting weight balancing on the articulated suspension arm
For mounting the light guide and the power cable as well as for the first-time set-up and the
operation of the cold light source, observe the separate operating manual for the light source.

OPERATION
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4.2 Setting the illumination
•To switch-on and operate the cold light source, observe the separate user manual of the light
source.
•Switch off the light source, when not in use.
To illuminate an object proceed as follows:
•Set a medium brightness level and adjust the stereo microscope to the object (considering
Sections 4.3 to 4.8).
•Adjust the light spot emitted by the light guide to the object.
•Set minimum zoom position and correctly focus the object (using the focus knob) while observing it
through the eyepieces.
•Increase zoom magnification as demanded. Eventually refocus the object.
•Adjust brightness of the cold light source (while observing the object through the eyepieces) until
demanded brightness level is reached.
4.3Adjusting the Floor Stand S
Parts of the stand are located at head height, with a corresponding risk of injury. Put the device
in the transport position immediately after use (see Fig. 7) and observe sufficient headroom.
Floor Stand S allows to variably adjust the used stereo microscope to large-size or voluminous objects.
The following adjustments are possible:
−Vertical adjustment on articulated suspension arm, see Section 4.4
−Longitudinal adjustment on the swivel joints, see Section 4.5
−Tilting at the tilting head, see Section 4.6
−Rotation of the Stemi mount, see Section 4.7
4.4Vertical adjustment on the articulated suspension arm
•Swivel the articulated suspension arm (Fig. 3/2) upwards or downwards to vary the vertical position
of the microscopy system.
The adjustment range is ±300 mm. Vertical adjustment also changes the longitudinal adjustment.

OPERATION
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4.5 Longitudinal adjustment via swivel joints
The microscope system cannot be fully rotated around the stand column due to the installed
optical fiber.
When turning, ensure that the optical fiber does not become damaged.
•Swivel the microscope system around the swivel joints of the stand column/traverse (Fig. 3/16 /
Fig. 3/1) or traverse/articulated suspension arm (Fig. 3/1/ Fig. 3/2) to vary the longitudinal and radial
adjustment.
The swivel joint of the stand column / traverse can be swiveled by 360° (full rotation is not possible, see
above) and that of the traverse/articulated suspension arm can be swiveled by ±150°.
4.6Tilting on the tilting head
ATTENTION
Before tilting, check how far the tilting head can be inclined without the microscope colliding
with the structure or the object to be examined.
•Loosen the clamping lever (Fig. 3/12) on the tilting head (Fig. 3/7).
•Incline the tilting head with Stemi mount and microscope into the desired position.
•Retighten the clamping lever and, if necessary, adjust the angle position of the clamping lever to a
convenient position (see Section 3.1).
4.7Rotating the tilting head
ATTENTION
Before rotating the tilting head, make sure that the cover of the tilting head mount (Fig. 3/4) is
screwed on and check how far it can be rotated without the microscope colliding with the
structure.
•Loosen the star knob (Fig. 3/5) on the articulating arm.
•Rotate the tilting head with Stemi mount and microscope into the desired position.
•Retighten the star knob.
If necessary, the "Stemi mount on the tilting
head" or the "microscope body in the Stemi
mount" can also be rotated
, e.g. when setting a horizontal viewing position, see
Section 4.9.3. Prior to rotating the
Stemi mount or the microscope body, loosen the
corresponding clamping screws (Fig. 3/8) resp. (Fig. 3/10).

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4.8 Focusing drive on the Stemi mount
•Turn the focusing drive on the Stemi mount (Fig. 3/9) to adjust the height of the microscope or to
focus on the object.
•The torque of the focusing drive can be adapted to the needs of the user by reverse rotation of the
left and right focusing drive.
ATTENTION
The torque of the focusing drive should not be set too freely to prevent the drive from
inadvertently slipping. This could lead to damage of the microscope or the object.
4.9Application examples
4.9.1 Vertical viewing position