Discovery Telecom Zoom Power Lab Microscope Instruction Manual

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Zoom Power Lab Microscope

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Zoom Power Lab Microscope

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Microscope parts: 01 Eyepieces (Interchangeable 20x and 40x) 02 4x Zoom 03 Focus Wheel 04 Stage 05 Metal Stage Clips 06 Color Filter Wheel 07 Objective 08 Illumination On/Off Switch 09 Dimmer control 10 Base and Battery Compartment

Additional contents: 11 (3) Prepared Slides and (5) Blank Slides 12 Slide Covers 13 Slide Case 14 Tweezers* 15 Spatula 16 Scalpel* 17 (3) Empty vials 18 Magnifying glass 19 Pipette 20 Graduated Cylinder 21 Shrimp Hatchery 22 Drawstring Carry Bag 23 Experiment Booklet

*Not suitable for children under 3 years of age. Contains functional sharp points.

CONTENTS

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WARNING

CHOKING HAZARD – Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.

CONTENTS

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Welcome To The World Of Microscopy!

With the Discovery Zoom Lab Microscope Set, you can use magniﬁcations ranging from 20x to 160x to see the extraordinary details in ordinary objects! Its 4x zoom feature lets you smoothly transition between powers to fully explore your subject without losing focus. This versatile microscope also has both upper and lower illumination to expand the types of specimens you can investigate. Use the top light to study opaque specimens like coins, sticks and insects. Use the bottom light to reveal unexpected structures in common items like sand, salt and onion peels. This set will let you dive right into the world of microscopy with prepared slides or launch your own investigations using the extensive lab supplies and experiment guide! farthest away from the turret by rotating the focus knob. Separating the stage and turret by rotating the focus knob will avoid causing damage to the specimen slide or microscope. When starting an observation, always start with the 5x objective in the rotating head.

How Do I Use My Microscope?

Before you use your microscope, make sure that the table, desk or surface that you place it on is stable and is not subject to vibration. If the microscope needs to be moved, hold it by the arm and base while carefully transferring it. Once the microscope is in a suitable location and the batteries are installed in the compartment located in the base of the microscope, check the light sources to make sure that they illuminate. Use a microﬁber cleaning cloth to gently wipe the lenses off. If the stage is dirty with dust or oil, carefully clean it off.

How Do I Operate The Illumination?

This microscope is equipped with top and bottom lights that illuminate the specimen from above and below. The power switch for the light is on the side of the base and a dimmer control is located on the platform under the stage. This dimmer allows you to adjust the brightness of the light. The color ﬁlter wheel is located in the middle of the microscope stage. The ﬁlters help you when you are observing very bright or clear specimens. Using these ﬁlters, you can choose various brightness levels and colors. This helps you better recognize the components of colorless or transparent objects (e.g. sea salt).

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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How Do I Adjust My Microscope Correctly?

Place the microscope in a suitable location as described above, and sit in a comfortable viewing position. Always start each observation with the lowest magniﬁcation. Put in the 20x eyepiece and zoom all the way out by sliding the zoom control. The resulting magniﬁcation will be 20x.

Magniﬁcation Guide

Eyepiece Objective Power

20x 1x 20x

20x 2x 40x

20x 3x 60x

20x 4x 80x

40x 1x 40x

40x 2x 80x

40x 3x 120x

40x 4x 160x

How Do I Observe The Specimen?

Turn on the appropriate illumination source and adjust the brightness as needed. Top illumination should be used for opaque specimens like coins, while the bottom light should be used for translucent specimens or those with cellular structures. Start with a simple observation at the lowest magniﬁcation. Position the object or specimen in the middle of the stage under the stage clips, centered over or under the appropriate light source. Focus the image by rotating the focus wheel until a clear image appears in the eyepiece.

Place the prepared slide or specimen directly under the objective lens on the microscope stage. Secure all slides with the stage clips. The specimen should be located directly over or under the appropriate illumination source. Look through the eyepiece and carefully turn the focus wheel until the image appears clear and sharp.

Troubleshooting Table

Problem Solution

No recognizable image

• Turn on light

• Readjust focus

• Start with the lowest power (20x eyepiece/1x zoom)

No image • Center object on slide under

lowest power objective

No light • Replace batteries

• Check on/off position

Did You Know?

The highest magniﬁcation is not always the best for every specimen!

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Now you can select a higher magniﬁcation by moving the zoom control. By rotating the zoom control in stages, you create a steady increase of magniﬁcation without overpowering the view of the object. This microscope includes two eyepieces to offer an even broader range of magniﬁcations. When you switch from one to the other, always remember to reset the zoom to its lowest power. For transparent objects (e.g. sea salt), light is projected by the lower light traveling from below the stage, through the objective and eyepiece, and ﬁnally into your eye. This process of light transmission is known as microscopy. Some specimens will need to be prepared for viewing. You can read more about creating specimens in the enclosed microscope experiments booklet.

Cleaning Tips

To ensure your microscope has a long service life, clean the lenses (objective and eyepiece) with only a soft, lint-free cloth, like a microﬁber cloth. Do not press down too hard while cleaning, as this might scratch the lens. Ask your parents to help if your microscope is really dirty. To avoid causing damage to electrical components, do not apply cleaning ﬂuids directly to the device. If necessary, the cleaning cloth can be moistened with cleaning ﬂuid and the lens wiped clean using very little pressure. Make sure your microscope is always protected against dust and dirt. After use, leave it in a warm room to dry off before storing. Batteries should be removed from the device if it will not be used for a long period of time.

SAFETY WARNINGS

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SAFETY WARNINGS

• This microscope set is intended for children older than age 8. Children should only use this device under adult supervision. Never leave a child unsupervised with this device. Accessories in the experiment kit may have sharp edges and tips. Please store the device and all of its accessories and aids out of the reach of young children when not being used due to a risk of injury.

• Chemicals: Any chemicals and liquids used in conjunction with the device should be kept out of reach of children. Do not drink any of the chemicals contained in this set. Hands should be washed thoroughly under running water after working with these chemicals. In case of accidental contact with eyes or mouth, rinse the affected area with water. Seek medical treatment for ailments arising from contact with the chemical substance, and take the chemicals with you to the doctor.

• Choking hazard: Children should only use device under adult supervision. Keep packaging materials like plastic bags and rubber bands out of the reach of children as these materials pose a choking hazard.

• Battery guidelines: This device contains electronic components that are powered by batteries. Batteries should be kept out of children’s reach. When inserting batteries, please ensure the polarity is correct. Insert the batteries according to the displayed +/- information. Never mix old and new batteries. Replace all batteries at the same time. Never mix alkaline, standard carbonzinc and rechargeable nickel-cadmium batteries. Never short circuit the device or batteries or throw either into a ﬁre. Leaking or damaged batteries can cause injury if they come into contact with the skin. If you need to handle such batteries, please wear suitable safety gloves. Remove batteries from the product before extended storage to prevent leaking.

Do not immerse the battery compartment in water.

• Risk of ﬁre: Do not place device, particularly the lenses, in direct sunlight. The concentration of light rays could cause a ﬁre.

• Do not disassemble this device. In the event of a defect, please contact your dealer. The dealer will contact the Customer Service Department and can send the device in to be repaired if necessary.

• Do not subject the device to temperatures exceeding 60° C (140° F).

• Disposal: Keep packaging materials, like plastic bags and rubber bands, away from children as they a pose a risk of suffocation. Dispose of packaging materials as legally required. Consult the local authority on the matter if necessary and recycle

materials when possible.

Read and follow the instructions, safety rules, and ﬁrst aid information.

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