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Safety Symbols
The following symbols are found on the microscope. Study the meaning of the symbols and always use the equipment
in the safest possible manner.
Symbol
Explanation
Indicates that the surface becomes hot, and should not be touched with bare hands.
Indicates that the main switch is ON.
Indicates that the main switch is OFF.
Before use, carefully read the instruction manual. Improper use could result in personal injury to
the user and/or damage to the equipment.
Warnings
Warning engraving is placed at parts where special precaution is required when handling and using the microscope.
Always heed the warnings.
Warning engraving
position
Lamp socket (U-LS30-3)
[Warning against high temperature]
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Getting Ready
1. A microscope is a precision instrument. Handle it with care and avoid subjecting it to sudden or severe impact.
2. Do not use the microscope where it is subjected to direct sunlight, high temperature and humidity, dust or vibrations. (For
the operating conditions, see chapter 8, “SPECIFICATIONS”.)
3. Use the tension adjustment ring to adjust the rotation tension of the coarse adjustment knob.
4. For the applicable objectives, see chapter 8, “SPECIFICATIONS”. Olympus cannot guarantee the performance when other
objective than specified is used.
9. The microscope system is unstable when the large camera back
is attached. When pulling out the film, be sure to hold the micro-
scope with one hand.
10. Always turn the light intensity control knob
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gently. Do not at-
tempt to turn it beyond the stop position. (Fig. 2)