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Your new MEADE 900X Microscope is a doorway to new and exciting
adventures and is designed to bring hours of enjoyment, wonder and
just plain fun...discover the hidden microscopic world around you!
Before trying out your new equipment, please take the time to read the
important Cautionary and Safety information below.
CAUTIONARY STATEMENTS
NOTE:This set may include chemicals that could be harmful if misused.
Read all cautionary statements in this Manual. This also contains instru-
ments and other materials with sharp points and edges. This set is not
to be used by children under 8 years of age, and always with adult
supervision.
Use under adult supervision. For children 8 years and up. The follow-
ing chemicals may be included in this package, and could be harmful if
misused.
Eosin Biological Dye
CAUTION: Harmful. Do not swallow. In case of accident, call a
doctor. Keep away from young children.
Gum Media
CAUTION: Do not swallow. In case of accident, call a doctor. Keep
away from young children.
SAFETY INFORMATION
General First Aid Information
a) In case of eye contact: Wash out eye with plenty of water, holding
eye open if necessary. Seek immediate medical advice.
b) If swallowed: Wash out mouth with water, drink some fresh water. Do
not induce vomiting. Seek immediate medical advice.
c) In case of inhalation: Remove person to fresh air.
d) In case of skin contact and burns: Wash affected area with plenty of
water for 15 minutes.
e) In case of a cut: Wash the cut with antiseptic solution (if unavailable,
use clean water). Next, carefully place a bandage over the wound. In
case of serious injury, you should seek first aid and inform a doctor
as soon as possible.
f) If in doubt or serious injury occurs, seek medical attention immedi-
ately. In addition to the container, take these instructions and any
material used in the slide preparation with you.
ADVICE FOR SUPERVISING ADULTS
a) Read and follow the instructions, the safety information and the first