Safety Precautions
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Safety Precautions/Notes on Handling the Product
CAUTION
1 Power shutdown
To prevent electric shock and/or malfunction,
always turn off the power switch(es) for this
product and the peripheral devices (press to the
“O” position) and unplug the power cord from the
wall outlet before assembling this product,
connecting or disconnecting cables, replacing
lamps, or cleaning this microscope and the
objective.
2 Lamp replacement precautions
(when using ECLIPSE Ci-S)
● To avoid burns, wait at least 30 minutes afte
the lamp is turned off to give it sufficient time to
cool. To avoid electric shock or malfunctions,
never attempt to replace the lamp without first
turning off the power switches for this product
and the peripheral devices (press to the “O”
position) and unplugging the power cord from
the wall outlet.
● Make sure the lamphouse cover is securely
fitted to the lamphouse after lamp replacement.
Never turn on the lamp while the lamphouse
cover is open.
● Do not break used lamps. It should be disposed
of as industrial waste, in accordance with local
regulations and rules.
3 Designated lamp
(when using ECLIPSE Ci-S)
The product's built-in power source is used fo
lighting the halogen lamp that is a light source fo
dia-illumination. Halogen lamps of up to 6V-30W
can be lit. Always use the specified halogen lamp.
Using an unspecified lamp may cause
malfunctions.
Designated lamp: 6V-30W (PHILIPS 5761)
4 Prevent contact with water.
Never allow water to come into contact with this
product, and avoid using this product in
circumstances where it may be splashed with
water. Splashing water onto this product may
cause a short circuit, resulting in malfunction o
abnormal heating. If water is splashed onto this
product, immediately turn off the power switches
for this product and the peripheral devices (press
to the “O” position) and remove the power cord
from the receptacle. Then wipe off moisture with a
piece of dry cloth or something similar. If wate
enters, stop the use of the product and contact
your nearest Nikon representative.
5 Do not place any object on top of the
product.
Do not place any object on top of this product.
6 Cautions on assembling, installing, and
carrying the product
● Take care to avoid pinching your fingers o
hands during product assembly and
installation.
● Scratches or fouling optical components (such
as lens and filters) with fingerprints, etc. will
degrade microscope images. Be careful to
avoid scratches or direct contact with the lens
and filters when assembling.
● The main body weighs approximately 10 kg.
When moving it, hold the main body by the grip
on the back and the recessed portion at the
front bottom side of this product.
● Remove all attachments (if mounted) from the
microscope before moving the microscope.
● Do not place this product in a locker or cabinet.
7 Cautions on use, transportation, and
storage
This product must be operated, transported, o
stored in accordance with the following conditions.
Installing this product in a hot, humid location may
result in the formation of mold or condensation on
lenses, impairing performance or causing
malfunctions.
● Operating conditions:
temperature: 0 to +40°C,
humidity: 60% RH max. (no condensation)
● Transporting/storage conditions:
temperature: -20 to +60°C,
humidity: 90% RH max. (no condensation)
8 Remove any covers from the product before
switching on.
Do not use this product while it is covered with a
piece of cloth, etc., This will result in an abnormal
heating or a fire hazard. Do not cover this product
with a piece of cloth or similar while in use. The
system temperature will rise, resulting in a
malfunction.
9 Cautions on sustained observations
To relieve fatigue resulting from long observation
sessions, limit continuous observations to one
hour. Take at least 10 to 15 minutes breaks
between observation sessions. Adjust the layout
of other equipment used and the height of your
chair.
10 Cautions on the disposal of the product
To avoid biohazard risks, dispose of this product
as contaminated equipment in accordance with
the standard procedure specified for your facility.
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