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General| Brand | Nikon |
|---|---|
| Model | Alphaphot |
| Category | Microscope |
| Language | English |
Handle the microscope gently to prevent damage from impacts.
Avoid conditions like dust, vibration, high temperature, moisture, or direct sunlight.
Turn off power and disconnect cord before replacing lamp or fuse.
Keep lenses clean to ensure clear observation of specimen images.
Clean lenses with soft brush or gauze; use alcohol or xylene cautiously for marks.
Avoid organic solvents for cleaning painted and plastic parts.
Do not dismantle the instrument to maintain operational efficiency and accuracy.
Cover the instrument with a vinyl cover and store in a dry, fungus-free place.
Recommend periodic checks to maintain instrument performance.
Instructions for installing either halogen or tungsten lamps.
Mount the eyepiece tube onto the microscope arm.
Insert the eyepiece into the eyepiece sleeve.
Lower the stage and screw the objective into the revolving nosepiece.
Attach the mechanical stage to the microscope stage securely.
Insert the filter into the filter holder and then into the condenser.
Slide the condenser into its carrier and tighten the clamp screw.
Turn the dial to achieve adequate brightness for observation.
Place the specimen on the stage with the cover glass facing upward.
Use coarse and fine focus knobs to achieve a sharp image.
Adjust for both right and left images to merge into one.
Adjust focus for each eyepiece individually using focus knobs and diopter ring.
Center the field diaphragm image within the field of view.
Select and align the desired objective on the revolving nosepiece.
Adjust aperture to optimize image contrast and resolution.
Adjust field diaphragm to match the field of view for optimal contrast.
Apply immersion oil between coverglass and objective for high magnification.
Adjust resistance compensator for optimal lamp brightness.
Adjust coarse focus knob tension using a hexagonal wrench.
Level the microscope using the foot screw on the base.
Details on objective and eyepiece combinations and their optical performance.
Explanation of terms like magnification, numerical aperture, and resolving power.
Troubleshooting optical issues like darkness, dirt, or poor image quality.
Troubleshooting issues related to specimen focus, stage movement, and image fusion.
Troubleshooting electrical problems like lamp not lighting or unstable brightness.
Technical specifications for power source, lamp bulb, and fuse for different sets.
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