Leica DM100 Maintenance instructions

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Maintenance instructions

General Notes

ϘProtect the microscope from moisture,

fumes and acids and from alkaline, caustic

and corrosive materials. Do not store

chemicals in the vicinity.

ϘProtect the microscope from oil and grease.

Never grease or oil mechanical parts or

sliding surfaces.

ϘFollow the instructions of the disinfectant

manufacturer.

ϘWe recommend concluding a service

contract with Leica Service.

Cleaning coated Parts and Plastic Parts

ϘDust and dirt particles should be removed

with a soft brush or lint-free cotton cloth.

ϘRemove coarse debris with a moistened

disposable cloth.

ϘAcetone, xylene or nitro-containing thin-

ners must NOT be used.

ϘNever use chemicals to clean colored

surfaces or accessories with rubberized

parts. This could damage the surfaces, and

specimens could be contaminated by abra-

ded particles.

Contents

Main Congratulations! Table of Contents Page Symbols Used in this User Manual Important Safety Notes Important Safety Notes (continued) Instructions for Use Instructions on Use (continued) Health Risks and Dangers of Use Information for the Person responsible for the Instrument Accessories, Maintenance and Repair Electrical Data and ambient Conditions Page Unpacking Page Fitting the tube Removing and Inserting Objectives Removing and Inserting Objectives (continued) Installing the Mirror (optional) Installing the Polarizer Kit (optional) Page Switching on the Microscope Selecting an Objective Page Focusing Adjusting the Binocular Tubes Adjusting the Binocular Tubes (continued) Adjusting the Eyecups Oil Immersion Technique (only 100 objective) Oil Immersion Technique (cont.) Page Maintenance instructions General Maintenance General Maintenance (cont.)