Zeiss Axioscope 7 Operating Manual

Microscope for Routine and Entry-Level Research ...

Axioscope 5/7/Vario 2 430035-7344-001 03/2018 Knowledge of this manual is essential for the operation of the instrument. Please familiarize yourself with the contents of this manual and pay special attention to instructions concerning safe operation of the instrument. The specifications are subject to change; the manual is not covered by an update service. © Unless expressly authorized, dissemination and duplication of this do ...

ZEISS 03/2018 430035-7344-001 3 CONTENTS Page 1 INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................... 9 1.1 Notes on instrument safety .......................................................................................... 9 1.2 Warning labels on the microscopes ............................................................................ 13 1. ...

Axioscope 5/7/Vario 4 430035-7344-001 03/2018 3.1.9 Mechanical stages with friction adjustment...................................................................... 52 3.1.10 Attaching the Pol rotary stage ......................................................................................... 53 3.1.11 Mounting/removing the 80x60 motorized mechanical stage on the Axioscope 7 motorized material stand ................ ...

ZEISS 03/2018 430035-7344-001 5 4.2.2 Setting up transmitted light darkfield microscopy using the KÖHLER method ................... 90 4.2.3 Setting up transmitted light phase contrast microscopy ................................................... 93 4.2.4 Setting up transmitted light differential interference contrast (DIC)microscopy ................. 95 4.2.5 Setting up transmitted light PlasDIC contr ...

Axioscope 5/7/Vario 6 430035-7344-001 03/2018 LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS Fig. 1-1 Warning labels on microscopes with LED light source for transmitted light .......................... 13 Fig. 1-2 Warning labels on microscopes with HAL 100 for transmitted light and HBO 100 for reflected light.................................................................................................................... 14 Fig. 1-3 Warnin ...

ZEISS 03/2018 430035-7344-001 7 Fig. 3-20 Plugging in the power cable of the motorized mechanical stage ........................................ 56 Fig. 3-21 Mounting the condenser carrier ........................................................................................ 57 Fig. 3-22 Mounting the condenser ............................................................................................. ...

Axioscope 5/7/Vario 8 430035-7344-001 03/2018 Fig. 4-8 Components for the transmitted light DIC method ............................................................. 96 Fig. 4-9 Components for transmitted light polarization ................................................................... 99 Fig. 4-10 Determination of the polarization direction nγ' in a synthetic fiber .................................... 100 Fig. 4 ...

ZEISS 03/2018 430035-7344-001 9 1 INTRODUCTION 1.1 Notes on instrument safety The Axioscope 5/7/Vario microscopes were engineered, manufactured and tested in accordance with the DIN EN 61010-1 (IEC 61010-1) and IEC 61010-2-101 safety standards for electrical measuring, control and laboratory equipment. The microscopes fulfill the requirements as stated in Directive 98/79/EC on in vitro diagnostic ...

Axioscope 5/7/Vario 10 430035-7344-001 03/2018 The Axioscope 5/7/Vario microscopes and their original accessories may be used only for the microscopy procedures described in this operating manual. The following guidelines are especially important: CAUTION The microscope may only be plugged into an electrical outlet equipped with a safety contact. The safety feature must not be disabled by using an extension cor ...

ZEISS 03/2018 430035-7344-001 11 CAUTION Only authorized personnel are permitted to operate the instruments. The personnel must have been instructed about and be aware of the risks involved in using the microscope. The Axioscope is a precision instrument whose functionality can easily be damaged or even destroyed when handled improperly. CAUTION Operating the instrument in an area with a potential ...

Axioscope 5/7/Vario 12 430035-7344-001 03/2018 CAUTION The immersion fluid Immersol 518 N is irritating to the skin. Avoid any contact with skin, eyes and clothes. Read the safety data sheets on Immersol 518 N, Immersol 518 F and Immersol W carefully. If skin contact occurs, wash off with lots of water and soap. If eye contact occurs, flush with water immediately for at least 5 minutes. Seek medical ...

ZEISS 03/2018 430035-7344-001 13 ATTENTION Always position equipment in a manner that allows easy disconnection from the power supply. ATTENTION Do not use a power supply cord with an inadequate rating. ATTENTION When using the HAL or HBO illuminators, a base plate for the Axioscope (000000-2202-526) is mandatory. ATTENTION Do not dispose of defective microscopes in the household waste. Com ...

Axioscope 5/7/Vario 14 430035-7344-001 03/2018 Fig. 1-2 Warning labels on microscopes with HAL 100 for transmitted light and HBO 100 for reflected light Fig. 1-3 Warning label on microscopes with LED light source for reflected light ...

ZEISS 03/2018 430035-7344-001 15 Fig. 1-4 Warning label on microscopes with Colibri 3 light source for reflected light Fig. 1-5 Warning label on Axioscope 7 stand using the motorized 80x60 mechanical stage 80x60 ...

Axioscope 5/7/Vario 16 430035-7344-001 03/2018 1.3 Notes on the warranty The manufacturer guarantees that the instrument is free of any material and workmanship defects upon delivery. If you become aware of any deficiencies, please contact us immediately and take all necessary precautions in order to avoid further damage. Upon notice of deficiencies it is up to the manufacturer’s discretion to correct the deficien ...

Axioscope 5/7/Vario Intended use ZEISS 03/2018 430035-7344-001 17 2 DESCRIPTION OF THE INSTRUMENT 2.1 Intended use The Axioscope 5/7/Vario microscopes are universal microscopes designed especially for applications in biological and medical fields and for materials analysis. Depending on the configuration of the microscope stand, they may be used with transmitted light only or with a combination of transmitted light and reflect ...

ZEISS Technical data Axioscope 5/7/Vario 18 430035-7344-001 03/2018 2.2 Technical data Dimensions (length x width x height) Microscope stand for Axioscope 5/7 ......................................... approx. 293.5 mm x 240 mm x 367.5 mm Microscope stand for Axioscope Vario ......................................... approx. 429 mm x 458.5 mm x 700 mm Weight Microscope stand for Axioscope 5/7 ................................... ...

Axioscope 5/7/Vario Technical data ZEISS 03/2018 430035-7344-001 19 HBO 100 W power supply unit Range of application ..................................................................................................................... indoor Protection class .......................................................................................................................................I Protection type .................. ...

ZEISS Interface diagram Axioscope 5/7/Vario 20 430035-7344-001 03/2018 2.3 Interface diagram The following figure shows a diagram of the microscope’s hardware interfaces. The Axioscope 5 stand Bio-TL/RL with LED/HAL illumination serves as the example. Fig. 2-1 Interface diagram (example: Axioscope 5 stand, Bio-TL/RL) ...