National Geographic 1200X User Manual

1200X
Microscope
Manual
WARNING:
Not suitable for children under 3
years of age. Contains functional
sharp points and edges.
Not Included
SET INCLUDES...
Microscope
Prepared Slides
Blank Slides
Slide Covers
Labels
Collection Vials
Petri Dish
Macro Viewer
Tweezers
Scissors
Needle
Stiring Rod
Scalpel
Magnifying Glass
Graduated Cylinders
Specimen Slicer
Shrimp Hatchery
Textile Vial
Yeast Vial
Sea Salt Vial
Blue Dye Vial
Light Bulb
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National Geographic 1200X Specifications

General

Brand	National Geographic
Model	1200X
Category	Microscope
Language	English

Summary

Safety and Handling Precautions

Adult Supervision and General Warnings

Emphasizes adult supervision and general safety rules for children using the microscope.

Fire and Chemical Hazards

Warns against fire exposure, battery misuse, and chemical ingestion or contact.

Device Integrity and Risk of Damage

Using Your Microscope

Initial Setup and Battery Installation

Guide to placing the microscope on a stable surface and installing batteries.

Cleaning Lenses and Stage

Illumination Operation

Using the Light Source and Color Filter

Explains how to use the light source and color filter wheel for observation.

Correct Microscope Adjustment

Setting Magnification and Focus

Details on adjusting magnification and focusing for clear viewing.

Observing Specimens

Basic Observation Steps

Guidance on positioning specimens and initial focusing.

Magnification and Slide Placement

Instructions for placing slides and adjusting magnification levels.

Experiment Preparation

Creating Thin Specimen Slices

Specimen Preparation Techniques