Leica BM E - Introduction to Leica BM E Microscope; Unpacking the Leica BM E Microscope; Preparation for Use; Objectives

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Leica BM E
Instruction Manual
Contents
1.0 Introduction .....................................................................1
2.0 Unpacking .....................................................................1
3.0 Preparation For Use 3.1 Objectives.......................................1
3.1.1 Viewing Bodies..............................1
3.2 Eyepieces........................................2
3.3 Substage Condensers .................2
4.0 Operation 4.1 Illumination.....................................2
4.1.1 Built-in Illumination.......................2
4.1.2 External Illuminator.......................2
4.2 Stage Preparation.........................2
4.3 Focusing..........................................2
4.4 Examining the Specimen
at High Power .......................................2
4.5 Oil Immersion Technique ............3
5.0 Care of Microscope 5.1 General............................................3
5.2 Mechanical Maintenance..........3
5.3 Lamp Replacement.......................4
5.4 Electrical Considerations/
Equipment Ratings........................4
6.0 Fuse Replacement .....................................................................4
7.0 Anti-Fungus / Mold .....................................................................4
Warranty
8.0 Notes .....................................................................4
CAUTION: Replace with same type and
rating fuse (IEC 60127-2/SS 3 standard).
CAUTION: Risk of
electric shock
CAUTION: (Refer to
accompanying documents)
1.0 Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Leica BM E Compound Microscope.
The BM E is designed specifically for student use, with high quality
glass optics and a variety of accessories, the BM E Compound
Microscope is the ideal choice to meet diverse applications.
2.0 Unpacking
The Leica BM E Compound Microscope is available in preconfigured
models. Check the components against the standard equipment list
below.
The standard Leica BM E Compound Microscope components are:
1. Stand - includes supporting arm, focusing mechanism,
stage, condenser or disc diaphragm, nosepiece and
illumination system (mirror or in-base illuminator)
2. Viewing Body - monocular, binocular, or monocular
teaching, as ordered
3. Objectives - as ordered
4. Eyepiece(s) - as ordered
5. Immersion Oil - as ordered
6. Dust Cover
7. Allen wrench
Optional accessories such as a carrying case, video and photography
attachments are not part of the standard Leica BM E components.
If ordered, these items will be shipped separately.
3.0 Preparation for Use
3.1 Objectives
For easy identification, the objectives are color-coded as follows:
4x = red 10x = yellow 40x = dark blue 100x = white
3.1.1 Viewing Bodies
Monocular and Monocular Teaching Bodies: The viewing bodies
are secured to the stand by tightening the body thumbscrew on the
top right of the instrument then reversing it one-half turn. This permits
the viewing body to rotate 360°, but prevents it from being removed.
Binocular Viewing Body: Locate the knurled screw on the top right
of the microscope stand and loosen it. Rotate the viewing body to
the desired position. Tighten the knurled screw firmly but without
overtightening. The viewing body is now precisely located on the
optical axis regardless of the selected orientation.
English
Explanation of Warning Symbols