Optika IM-3MET User manual
Version: 3
Issued: 08, 08, 2017
Model
IM-3MET
IM Series
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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Table of Contents
Warning
Symbols and conventions
Safety Information
Intended use
List of accessories and spare parts
Overview
Unpacking
Assembling
Using the microscope
Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Equipment disposal
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Warning
This microscope is a scientic precision instrument designed to last for many years with a minimum of mainte-
nance. It is built to high optical and mechanical standards and to withstand daily use. We remind you that this
manual contains important information on safety and maintenance, and that it must therefore be made acces-
sible to the instrument users. We decline any responsibility deriving from incorrect instrument use uses that does
not comply with this manual.
Symbols and conventions
The following chart is an illustrated glossary of the symbols that are used in this manual.
CAUTION
This symbol indicates a potential risk and alerts you to proceed with caution.
ELECTRICAL SHOCK
This symbol indicates a risk of electrical shock.
Safety Information
Avoiding Electrical Shock
Before plugging in the power supply, make sure that the supplying voltage of your region matches with the
operation voltage of the equipment and that the lamp switch is in off position. Users should observe all safety
regulations of the region. The equipment has acquired the CE safety label. However, users have full responsibil-
ity to use this equipment safely. Please follow the guidelines below, and read this manual in its entirety to ensure
safe operation of the unit.
Intended use
For research and teaching use only. Not intended for any animal or human therapeutic or diagnostic use.
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List of accessories and spare parts
CAT. NO. DESCRIPTION
M-625 Eyepiece EWF10x/22mm.
M-601 Eyepiece WF15x/16mm.
M-602 Eyepiece micrometer EWF10x/22mm.
M-005 26x76 mm micrometric slide. Range 1 mm, div. 0,01 mm.
M-735 Objective IOS LWD MET PLAN 5x/0,15.
M-736 Objective IOS LWD MET PLAN 10x/0,3.
M-737 Objective IOS LWD MET PLAN 20x/0,45.
M-738 Objective IOS LWD MET PLAN 50x/0,55.
M-746 Objective IOS LWD MET PLAN 100x/0.80.
M-699 Universal adapter for M-114, M-116, M-173 and eyepiece cameras.
M-789 Focusable C-Mount adapter for 1/3” sensor.
M-789.1 Focusable C-Mount adapter for 1/2” sensor.
M-789.2 Focusable C-Mount adapter for 2/3” sensor.
M-622 Halogen bulb 12V/50W (only for IM-3M).
DC-004 TNT dust cover, large, 700(l)x550(h) mm.
M-792 Mechanical stage for IM-3 series.
M-793.1 Holder for Petri diameter 38mm (M-793.2 needed).
M-793.2 Holder for Terasaki and Petri diameter 65mm.
M-793.3 Holder for slide and Petri diameter 54mm.
M-793.4 Holder for 2+2 slides.
M-793.5 Holder for metallurgical samples.
M-793.7 Load-bearing side extension for IM-3 series.
M-114 C-Mount adapter for 1/2” sensor.
M-116 C-Mount adapter for 2/3” sensor.
M-173 Photo adapter for APS-C and Full Frame Reflex cameras.
M-788 Photo adapter for REFLEX camera with FULL FRAME sensor.
VP-IM IQ/OQ/PQ Validation Protocols.
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Overview
TRINOCULAR
VIEWING
TUBE
(FIXED)
DIOPTRIC
ADJUSTMENT
RING
EYEPIECE
LIGHT PATH
SELECTOR
LEVEL
COARSE
FOCUS KNOB
LIGHT
ADJUSTEMENT
FINE FOCUS KNOB
APERTURE
DIAPHRAGM
FIELD
DIAPHRAGM
TENSION
ADJUSTMENT
COLLAR
OBJECTIVE
LAMP HOUSE
MICROSCOPE
BODY
METAL STAGE
INSERT
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Unpacking
The microscope is housed in a moulded Styrofoam container. Remove the tape from the edge of the container
and lift the top half of the container. Take some care to avoid that the optical items (objectives and eyepieces)
fall out and get damaged. Using both hands (one around the arm and one around the base), lift the microscope
from the container and put it on a stable desk.
Assembling
Once you open the box, these are the microscope’s components:
① Microscope body
② Eyepieces
③ Objectives
④ Metal insert for stage
⑤ Lamp house
⑥ Brighteld lters (LBD and IF550)
⑦ Analyzer lter
⑧ Polarizer lter
⑨ Filter holder
⑩ Power cable
⑪ Power cable
⑪
⑩
③
④
⑤
⑥
⑦
⑧
⑨
①
②
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③
Fig.2
Fig.3
Fig.4
Fig.5
Fig.1
1. Turning the coarse focusing knob ① till the
nosepiece reaches its lowest position.
► For a safe transport, the nosepiece is
placed in the lowest position and the
tension adjustment collar ②is adjust-
ed to the appropriate tension when the
microscope leaves the factory. (Fig.1)
2. Screw the lowest magnication objective
on to the turret from the right side, then
turn the turret clockwise. Mount the other
objectives in the same way, following the
sequence from low to high.
► Note: the objectives can also be in-
stalled through the stage opening.
(Fig.2)
► Clean the objectives regularly. In inverted
microscopes, the objectives are very sen-
sitive to dust.
► To prevent dust and contamination from
entering the microscope, cover all the un-
used holes with dust caps ③. (Fig.3)
► When operating, use the low magnication
objective (10X) to search and focus the
specimen, then switch to higher magnica-
tions.
► When switching between objectives, slowly
turn the nosepiece until it clicks. The click
means that the objective is in the right posi-
tion, in the center of the light path.
①
②
Installing the objectives
The stage extension can be installed on either
side of the stage to enlarge the working sur-
face. The mechanical stage must be installed
on the side opposite the extension.
For right-handed operators, the mechanical
stage is normally installed on the right side.
1. Installing the stage extension: Screw the
bolts on to the extension, then mount the
extension from below the stage. (Fig.4)
2. Installing the mechanical stage: As for the
extension, the mechanical stage is xed
with two bolts under the stage. (Fig.5)
Installing the stage extension and
the mechanical stage (OPTIONAL)
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1. When using the metal stage, make sure
that the insert is horizontal.
2. Install the stage insert in the stage open-
ing. (Fig.6)
Installing the stage insert
Installing the eyepieces
Installing the lamp house
Insert both eyepieces into the tubes of the
optical head. (Fig.7)
Insert the lamp house and tighten the provi-
ded allen screws (Fig. 8)
Slide the lter holder into the tube in front of
the lamp. (Fig. 9).
Open the lamp door. (Fig. 10)
Fig.6
Fig.7
Fig.10
Fig.8
Fig.9
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1. Turn the main switch ① to “O”(off) before
connecting the power cord. (Fig.13)
2. Insert the cable into the power socket of
the microscope. (Fig.14)
3. Plug the power cord into the mains sock-
et. Check for a safe connection.
► Please use the supplied power cord.
If lost or damaged, please refer to
qualied service.
► Connect the power cord to a grounded
(earthed) power supply only.
Before replacing the fuse, turn the main switch
to “O” (off) and unplug the power cord.
Rotate the fuse support out of the holder using
a straight screwdriver. Insert a new fuse in the
support, then rotate the support back into the
holder. (Fig.15)
► Fuse rating:
see back of the microscope.
Connecting the power cord
Replacing the fuse
Insert the halogen lamp into its holder. Do
NOT touch the lamp bulb with the bare hands,
this could reduce the lamp efciency and
lifetime. (Fig. 11)
Plug the power cable to the lamp house.
(Fig. 12)
Fig.12
Fig.13
Fig.14
Fig.15
①
Fig.11
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Turning on the LED
Connect the power, turn on the main switch ①.
(Fig.16)
Adjusting the brightness
Turn the brightness adjustment knob ②to in-
crease and decrease the brightness. (Fig.17)
Adjusting the tension
► The coarse focusing knob (1) is pre
adjusted to a tight tension upon leav-
ing the factory.
If the nosepiece drops down by itself, or the
specimen defocuses while adjusting the ne
focus knob ③, the coarse focus knob is too
loose. Turning the tension adjustment collar ②
in clockwise direction tightens the coarse fo-
cus tension ①. Rotate in the opposite direction
to decrease the tension.
Setting the specimen
► For the best image quality, use asks,
Petri dishes and slides with a 1.2 mm
thickness.
1. Place the proper insert for your specimen
(according to the table on the right) on the
stage, and x it with the stage clip.
2. Turning the X and Y knobs, move the
specimen to the required position. (Move-
ment Range: 120 (width) × 78 (length)
mm).
Moving the specimen
Move the specimen to the desired position by
freehand or by turning the knobs of the me-
chanical stage.
► When switching objectives, take care
not to touch the adaptor plates with
the objectives, as their weight may
damage the front lens.
M-793.1
Holder for Petri diameter 38mm (M-793.2 needed)
M-793.2
Holder for Terasaki and Petri diameter 65mm.
M-793.3
Holder for slide and Petri diameter 54mm.
M-793.4
Holder for 2+2 slides.
M-793.5
Holder for metallurgical samples.
M-793.6
Holder for Utermöhl-Chamber (M-793.3 needed).
M-792
Mechanical stage for IM-3 series.
INITIEL SETUP
STAGE (OPTIONAL)
Using the microscope
Fig.16
Fig.17
①
②
①
②
③
Fig.18
M-793.8
Load-bearing side extension for IM-3 series.
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