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Leica DM500, DM500 B
Manual
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Chapter overview Safety regulations 4 The Leica DM500 , DM500 B 15 Get Ready! 18 Get Set! 25 Go! 34 Care of the Microscope 36 Dimensions 39 Leica DM 500, DM500 B Manual 2
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Contents Safety regulations 4 Get Ready! 18Go! 34 Safety concept 5 Attaching the viewing Tubes 19 Ready! Set! Go! 35 Symbols used in this operating manual 6 Leica EZ Viewing Tube – Care of the Microscope 36 Important Notes 7 integrated eyepieces 20 General maintenance 37 Instructions on use 8 Leica Standard Viewing Tube – Health risks and dangers of use 10 separated eyepieces 22 Dimensions 39 Information for the person responsible Eyeguards 23 for the instrument 11 Installing Objectives and Su
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Safety regulations Leica DM 500, DM500 B Manual 4
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Safety concept The individual modules of the Leica DM micros- You can combine individual system articles with copy series include an interactive CD-ROM with articles from external suppliers. Please read the all relevant user manuals several languages. user manual and the safety requirements of the Keep it in a safe place, and readily accessible supplier. to the user. User manuals and updates are also available for you to download and print from Before installing, operating or using the instr
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Symbols used in this operating manual Danger due to hot surface. Warning of a danger This symbol warns against touching This symbol indicates especially impor- accessible hot surfaces, e.g. those of • tant information that must be read and light bulbs. complied with. Failure to comply can cause the following: For Model DM500 B (Battery Version) Ϙ Hazards to personnel Dispose of old batteries and defective applianc es in accordance with the stat- Ϙ Functional disturbances or damaged in
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Important Notes Description User Manual Accessories from third-party suppliers The Leica DM500 and DM500 B microscope meets This user manual includes important instruc- You can combine individual system articles with today's state of the art of technology. Neverthe- tions related to operating safety, maintenance articles from external suppliers. Please read the less, hazards may still arise during operation. and accessories, user manual and the safety requirements of the The potential risks a
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Instructions on use Intended use Place of use Non-intended use The Leica DM500 and DM500 B microscopes are Only use the instruments in closed, dust free Using the instrument in any way optical instrument which use magnification and rooms and between +10 °C and +40 °C. Protect • contrary to the specifications in the user illumination to improve the visibility of objects. the devices from oil, chemicals and extreme manual can lead to bodily harm and damage to It is used for observing and docume
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Instructions on use (continued) The responsible Leica affiliate must be Transport Integration in third-party products • consulted whenever the instrument is If at all possible, use the original packaging for When installing Leica products into third-party altered, modified or used in conjunction with shipping or transporting individual modules. products, the manufacturer of the complete non-Leica components that are outside of the system or its dealer is responsible for follow- scope of this m
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Health risks and dangers of use Health risks The ergonomic design and construction of the Dangers during use Workplaces with microscopes facilitate Leica microscopy series are intended to reduce Ϙ The Leica DM500 or DM500 B microscope and improve the viewing task, but they the exertion of the user to a minimum. may only be connected to a grounded also impose high demands on the eyes and socket. holding muscles of the user. Depending on the Danger of infection duration of uninterrupted work, a
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Information for the person responsible for the instrument Information for the person responsible for Ϙ Only original Leica replacement parts may the instrument Ϙ Do not use the Leica DM500 or DM500 B be used in servicing the product. Ϙ Ensure that the Leica DM500 or DM500 B microscope unless it is in perfect condition. microscope is used only by qualified person- Ϙ After service work or technical modifica- nel. Ϙ Inform your Leica representative or Leica tions, the unit must be reconfigured wit
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Care instructions General instructions Cleaning coated parts and plastic parts Cleaning glass surfaces Ϙ Protect the Leica DM500 or DM500 B micro- Ϙ Dust and dirt particles should be removed Ϙ Remove dust using a fine, dry and grease- scope against damp, vapors, acids, alkalis, with a soft brush or lint-free cotton cloth. free brush made from hair, by blowing with and corrosive substances. Do not store a squeeze blower, or by using a vacuum. chemicals in the vicinity. Ϙ Remove coarse debris wit
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Accessories, maintenance and repair Accessories Maintenance Repairs and service work Only the following accessories may be used Ϙ The Leica DM500 and DM500 B micro- Ϙ Only original Leica Microsystems spare with the Leica DM500 or DM500 B microscope: scopes are basically maintenance-free. To parts may be used. ensure that they always operate safely and Ϙ The Leica accessories described in this user reliably, we recommend that you take the Ϙ Before opening the instruments, switch off manual. pr
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Electrical data and ambient conditions Fuse Replacement Environment Unplug the instrument before changing any fuses. The Temperature for use +10 °C … +40 °C Leica DM500 has two fuses, which are located behind the Storage temperature -20 °C … +52 °C power cord receptacle. +50 °F … +104 °F Manipulation shock 25 mm on 50 mm hard wood Use only fuse type: 5×20 mm, 1 Amp/250V, Quick acting Transport shock (unpacked) 100 g / 6 ms • (# 13RFAG30003) Transport shock (packed) 800 mm free fall Transport
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The Leica DM500, DM500 B Leica DM 500, DM500 B Manual 15
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Congratulations! Thank you for purchasing the Leica DM500 or DM500 B Compound Microscope from Leica Microsystems. This model’s exclusive design features and full range of accessories make it a truly versatile, high-quality instrument for educational and routine clinical applications. Leica DM 500, DM500 B Manual 16
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Unpacking Ϙ Carefully remove the microscope and any components from the packing carton. Ϙ Check the components against the planned configuration. Ϙ Optional items such as contrast accessories, camera adapters, cameras, and carrying cases are not shipped as part of the stan- dard equipment. These items are delivered in separate packages. Ϙ Please do not discard any of the packing materials. They should be used for safely storing and transporting the instrument should the need arise. Leica
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Get Ready! Leica DM 500, DM500 B Manual 18
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Attaching the viewing Tubes Tools used There are two types of viewing tube. 1. Slightly unscrew the set screw (located on Identify which viewing tube you have: top of the stand) with the Allen key tool Ϙ Allen key provided. 2. Insert the dovetail into the stand support Type 1: Leica EZ viewing tube with integrated and tighten the set screw firmly without eyepieces. forcing it. This precisely positions the view- ing tube onto the optical axis of the micro- scope, regardless of the selected
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Leica EZ Viewing Tube – integrated eyepieces 1. To use the captive thumbscrew, completely 2. Position the Leica EZ viewing tube back in remove the set screw that comes with the place on the stand. stand. Leica EZ viewing tube with integrated eyepieces. To rotate the Leica EZ viewing tube, either loosen the set screw on the stand 3. Attach the captive thumbscrew using the or replace the set screw with the (optional) Be sure the thumbscrew portion of the wrench tool that comes with the capti
