Nikon SC - Handling Precautions; Lock Screw and Component Handling; Lamp Bulb and Fuse Replacement; Usage Environment and Lens Care

CAUTIONS IN HANDLING CARE AND MAINTENANCE
^ Red-colored lock screw
Before handling the microscope, be sure to
remove the red-colored lock screw.
Exchanging the lamp bulb and fuse
Before replacing the lamp bulb or fuse, be
sure to turn the power switch to OFF and
pull out the power source cord from the
socket.
^ Place for using
Avoid the use of microscope in a dusty
place, where it is subject to vibrations or
exposed to high temperatures, moisture
or direct sunlight.
^ Dirt on the lens
Do not leave dust, dirt or finger marks on
the lens surfaces.
They will prevent you from clear observa¬
tion of the specimen image.
e Avoid sharp knocks!
Handle the microscope gently, taking care
to avoid sharp knocks.
Use SC type objectives & eyepieces
For the SC microscope, use no other objec¬
tives and eyepieces that of SC type.
^ Cleaning the lenses
To clean the lens surfaces, remove dust
using a soft hair brush or gauze. Only for
removing finger marks or grease, should
soft cotton cloth, lens tissue or gauze light¬
ly moistened with absolute alcohol (eth¬
anol or methanol) be used.
For cleaning the objectives and immersion
oil only use xylene.
Observe sufficient caution in handling
alcohol and xylene.
0 Cleaning the painted surfaces
Avoid the use of any organic solvent (For
example; thinner, xylene, ether, alcohol
etc.) for cleaning the painted surfaces and
plastic parts of the instrument.
0 Never attempt to dismantle!
Never attempt to dismantle the instrument
so as to avoid the possibility of impairing
the operational efficiency and accuracy.
Q When not in use
When not in use cover the instrument with
the accessory vinyl cover or put in the case
(available on order) and store it in a place
free from moisture and fungus.
Periodical checking
To maintain the performance of the instru¬
ment, we recommend the customers to
check the instrument periodically. For
details, contact our dealers.