Motic AE20 - Default Chapter; Table of Contents

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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I. Nomenclature ………………………………………………………………………… 3
II. Setting-up the instrument …………………………………………………………… 5
III. Assembling the Microscope …………………………………………………………… 5
1. Installing the Lamp ………………………………………………………………… 5
2. Halogen Lamp ……………………………………………………………………… 6
3. Filter Holder ………………………………………………………………………… 6
4. Mounting the Condenser …………………………………………………………… 6
5. Installing the Objectives …………………………………………………………… 6
6. Mechanical Stage ………………………………………………………………… 6
7. Mounting the Eyepieces …………………………………………………………… 7
IV. Microscopic Procedure ……………………………………………………………… 7
1. Interpupillary Distance Adjustment ………………………………………………… 7
2. Diopter Adjustment ………………………………………………………………… 7
3. Brightfield Microscopy …………………………………………………………… 8
4. Phase-Contrast Microscopy ………………………………………………………… 8
V. Photomicrographic Procedure ……………………………………………………… 9
VI. Troubleshooting Table ………………………………………………………………… 10
VII. Care and Maintenance ………………………………………………………………… 12
1. Lenses and Filters …………………………………………………………………… 12
2. Cleaning of Painted or Plastic Components………………………………………… 12
3. When Not in Use …………………………………………………………………… 12