Use, Care, and Maintenance of a Microscope

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U?e, Care, and Maintenance of a Micro?cope
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• Microscope Maintenance, Care, and Proper Use
• The microscope is a valuable instrument so the
  care and maintenance of it is highly i
  mportant. There are many small objects or
  details of objects which cannot be seen by the
  unaided human eye. It magni??es the image of such
  objects thus making them visible to the human
  eye. Microscopes are used to observe the shape of
  bacteria, fungi, parasites and host cells in
  various stained and unstained preparations.
  Because of the intricate nature of a microscope,
  it is important that it is cared for and
  maintained. A few tips for the care and
  maintenance of your microscope are as follows
• Install the microscope on a sturdy, level table.
  Equipment and instruments which generate
  vibrations should not be placed on or near this
  table. The height of the table should be
  convenient for the user. As an alternative or in
  addition, an adjustable stool should be made
  available to make microscopy comfortable.
• The microscope should be away from water, sinks,
  and racks containing chemicals, to prevent damage
  to the microscope from splashes or spills.
• When your microscope is not in use keep it
  covered with a cotton dust cover, do not keep it
  in a closed box. If you are not going to use it
  for a few days put it in a sealed, airtight
  plastic bag (made from thick polyethylene, not
  PVC) with a packet of silica (silica absorbs
  moisture from the air). This will protect it from
  fungal growth and corrosion. Do not store it
  without the eyepieces unless the holes are
  plugged.

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Before using the microscope wipe it with a clean
cloth to remove any dust, and clean the lens with
lens tissue or a separate piece of clean
cloth. Always unplug the microscope when its
not in use.
At The End Of Each Work Day

• Bring the variable voltage regulator setting to
  the minimum before turning o?? the
• lamp. Turn o?? the light source of the
  microscope.
• Clean the microscope thoroughly with mild soapy
  water according to the manufacturers
  instructions.
• Use a rubber bulb to blow air over it to remove
  any dust.
• Gently wipe the immersion oil o?? the objective,
  condenser and mechanical stage with lens paper
  or muslin cloth.
• Clean the optics with a special solution of 40
  petroleum ether, 40 ethanol, and 20 ether.
• Never clean the lens with ethanol or dip the
  objectives in xylene or ethanol as it will
  dissolve the cement and the lens will come
  unstuck.
• Replace the cover of the microscope and take
  necessary precautions against fungus.

Each Month

• Clean the objectives, eye-pieces, and condenser
  with lens cleaning ??uid. Do not put
• ??uid directly on the lenses instead, apply it
  to the lens paper and then clean.
• Remove the slide holder from the mechanical stage
  and clean.
• With a tissue moistened with water, wipe the dust
  o?? the body of the microscope and the window of
  the illuminator in the base of the unit.

Know More How to Clean a Microscope Lens
Every Six Months

• Thoroughly inspect, clean, and lubricate the
  microscope after consulting the

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• manufacturers manual. This should preferably be
  done by professional service
• personnel.
• It is important to do preventative maintenance
  this includes checking alignments and
  adjustments and focus. Lubricate it according to
  the manufacturers instructions. Check and clean
  the mechanical parts.
• If you are ever unsure about something with your
  device or you need a microscope r epair
  technician at your site, please dont hesitate to
  call the Medicanix team to assist you!
• Toll Free landline number 800-937-3724

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