14
y If Phase contrast method will be used, insert the Ph annular diaphragm slider with centering
hexagonal socket head screws facing the front. (Fig.13)
(Fig.13)
4. Installing the Objectives
y Remove the stage insert from the stage. (Fig.14)
y Install the objectives into the nosepiece so that the magnification increases with clockwise rotation
of the revolving nosepiece. (Fig.15)
y Place back the stage insert.
(Fig.14) (Fig.15)
5. Mechanical Stage
y
When using a 96-well plate or other petri dish,the mechanical stage combined with suited holder should
be adopted. 3 kinds of Petri dish holder, 2 kinds of Heamacytometer holder and 96 well plates holder are
available for your opinion.
y Secure the mechanical stage to the AE2000 plain stage using the two mounting screws (Fig.16)
located beneath the stage on the right side (user facing the front of the instrument).