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Einstein
Microscope
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Userʼs Guide
MODEL NO. ET412
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ongratulations on your purchase of Einstein Microscope Set. Explore your world down to the tiniest particles and
cells. Create slides and dazzle your friends with the amazing microscopic world that lives all around us. Einstein
set out to discover all that he could about our world—both big and small. We welcome you to do the same with your
Microscope Set!
Albert Einstein is probably best known for his famous formula, E=mc
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made unparalleled contributions to modern scientifi c thought. In the fi eld of physics, he introduced his special theory
and general theory of relativity and, in 1921, his work on the photoelectric effect won him the Nobel Prize in Physics.
The microscope has been around for nearly 400 years and its invention is credited to 3 eyeglass makers; Hans
Lippershey (who also developed the fi rst real telescope), Hans Janssen and his son Zacharias. The name microscope
was coined by Giovanni Faber, who gave that name to Galileoʼs compound microscope in the 17th century. Galileo
had himself called his microscope “occhiolind” or “little eye.”
The most common type of microscope is the optical microscope which uses lenses to magnify tiny objects, making
them large enough for the human eye to see. Your Einstein Microscope set is an optical microscope. and will allow
you to journey into the microscopic world.
Read this guide thoroughly, especially noting safety and care instruction. Keep this guide for reference.
IMPORTANT TIPS
• Always use the Einstein Microscope Set under adult
supervision.
• Read and follow these instructions carefully, especially
noting safety instructions.
• Incorrect use of chemicals can cause injury or serious
health issues. Only carry our preparations which are
listed in the instructions.
• Keep your “laboratory” clean and free of uneccessary
clutter. A clean workspace is a safe one.
• This Microscope Set contains objects with sharp
points. These should be handled with extreme care and
caution.
• Keep a bin, bucket or other container nearby to dispose
of any trash.
• Fill out the Important Telephone Numbers below
before getting started.
• Keep this guide for reference.
IMPORTANT TELEPHONE NUMBERS
Poison Center
Hospital
Fire Dept
Doctor
CONTENTS
4 - Objective Lenses
2 - Prepared Slides
2 - Collecting Vials
20 - Blank Labels
ALBERT EINSTEIN and related rights ™/©
of HUJ, used under license.
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GETTING STARTED
BATTERY INSTALLATION
back of the screen.
2. Insert 3-C batteries into the battery compartment
making sure to match the polarity (+ and -) as
shown in the diagram on the inside of the battery
compartment.
3. Replace the battery compartment cover and screw in
fi rmly.
REPLACING LIGHT BULB
2. Pull the light bulb panel out. Remove the light bulb
cover then turn it counter-clockwise to release the bulb.
3. Insert a new bulb, securing it by turning it clockwise
until it is fi rmly in place.
4. Replace the bulb cover and front panel.
You are now ready to turn on the microscope by pressing
the
ON/
OFF
switch.
USING THE SUPER DISPLAY
set it to screen.
2. Activate the light by moving the switch into the On
position.
3. Insert a prepared slide into the slot, making sure to
place it fi rmly in the stage clips.
4. Rotate the focusing knob until the image on the screen
is sharp and clear.
Note:
For best viewing, have the room dimly lit.
5. Raise the objective lens housing to its highest level by
rotating the focusing knob.
6. Insert interchangeable objective lens. To
increase or decrease power, push the lens holder
forward or backward.
Note:
Each of the objective lenses will click into place
when installed properly.
7. Use the focusing knob to refocus each time you change
a lens.
USING THE MICROSCOPE
2. Rotate the knob counter clockwise to the microscope
setting.
3. Insert a prepared slide onto the stage, beneath the
staging clips.
4. Turn the light knob to the On position.
5. Look through the eyepiece and using the focusing
knob until the object on the slide is in clear view.
Note
remember to turn off your Super Display when not in use.
MAKING A SLIDE
Find your specimen for examination and lay it gently on
a slide (Remember, if the specimen you are observing is
too thick or large the microscopeʼs light cannot penetrate
it and therefore you will not be able to view it through
the microscope). Objects such as fi bers, pollen, wool or
salt should be easily observed and do not require a cover
glass.
Objects that are clear or very transparent require a dye be
put on them for viewing. After laying down the specimen
and putting one or two drops of the dying solution, place
a cover glass on it and press down very gently.
Note:
The dyeing solutions can stain clothes, carpets
and other fabrics. Be extremely careful when using such
solutions.
TIPS FOR MAKING GREAT SLIDES
• Remove excess water from the slide with tissue paper.
• Use the razor blade to make objects thin and therefore
easily viewable (Razor blade is extremely sharp, use
with caution).
• Use tweezers to pick up specimens. When possible
avoid using your hands.
• If the object is not clear or transparent, use a tiny
amount of water instead of a dyeing solution.
• Make sure that few air bubbles become trapped
between the slide and cover glass.
NENT SLIDES
The above instructions are for making temporary slides.
To make a permanent slide, use gum media (or Canada
balsam) instead of a dye or water on your specimen.
Press down the cover glass and let it sit for a day to dry.
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USING THE MICRO-
SLI
CER
(
Use extreme caution.
The micro-slicer has very
sharp edges
).
2. Retract the blade.
3. Use tweezers to remove thin slices of your specimen.
CARE & HANDLING
Remember to keep this manual for reference. It has
important information about your Microscope Kit.
• Always carry the Super Display with two hands.
Always remove slides from the stage when microscope
is not in use.
• Do not allow the objective lens to touch a slide.
• When necessary, wipe the display with a soft cloth.
• Remove batteries when storing the display for
extended periods of time.
• Store your display in a cool, dry place, free of excess
moisture.
BATTERY INFORMATION
• Only an adult should replace the batteries.
• Do not use rechargeable batteries.
• Do not attempt to recharge non-rechargeable batteries.
• Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or
rechargeable (nickel cadmium) batteries.
• Remove exhausted batteries from the unit.
• Do not short-circuit the battery supply terminals.
• Do not disassemble the unit for any reason.
• Only use recommended batteries of the same voltage.
• Do not dispose of batteries in fi re as this may cause
them to leak or explode.
ABOUT ALBERT EINSTEIN
Born: March 14, 1879
Ulm, Württemberg, Germany
Died: April 18, 1955 (aged 76)
Princeton, New Jersey, USA
Residence: Germany, Italy, Switzerland, USA
Citizenship: German (1879-1896, 1914-1933)
Swiss (1901-1955)
American (1940-1955)
Notable Awards: Nobel Prize in Physics (1921)
Copley Medal (1925)
R.A.S. Gold Medal (1925)
Max Planck Medal (1929)
Benjamin Franklin Medal (1935)
Honorary Doctorates: Princeton (1921)
Oxford (1931)
Harvard (1935)
“Great spirits have always found violent opposition
from mediocrities. The latter cannot understand
it when a man does not thoughtlessly submit to
hereditary prejudices but honestly and courageously
uses his intelligence.”
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NOTES
(The key to being a great scientist is recording all observations. Use this page to take note of all your scientifi c
breaththroughs!)
DATE:
SPECIMEN:
OBSERVATION:
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DATE:
SPECIMEN:
OBSERVATION:
NOTES
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90-DAY LIMITED WARRANTY
EXCALIBUR ELECTRONICS, INC., warrants to the original consumer that its products are free from any
electrical or mechanical defects for a period of 90 DAYS from the date of purchase. If any such defect is discovered
within the warranty period, EXCALIBUR ELECTRONICS, INC., will repair or replace the unit free of charge upon
receipt of the unit, shipped postage prepaid and insured to the factory address below.
The warranty covers normal consumer use and does not cover damage that occurs in shipment or failure that
results from alterations, accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, wear and tear, inadequate maintenance, commercial use, or
unreasonable use of the unit. This warranty does not cover cost of repairs made or attempted outside of the factory.
Any applicable implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and fi tness, are hereby limited to 90
DAYS from the date of purchase. Consequential or incidental damages resulting from a breach of any applicable
express or implied warranties are hereby excluded. Some states do not allow limitations on the duration of LIMITED
90-DAY WARRANTY implied warranties and do not allow exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the
above limitations and exclusions in these instances may not apply.
The only authorized service center in the United States is:
Excalibur Electronics, Inc.
Miami, Florida 33186 U.S.A.
Phone: 305.477.8080
Fax: 305.477.9516
www.ExcaliburElectronics.com
Ship the unit carefully packed, preferably in the original carton, and send it prepaid, and adequately insured. Include
a letter, detailing the complaint and including your daytime telephone number, inside the shipping carton. If your
warranty has expired and you want an estimated fee for service, write to the above address, specifying the model and
the problem.
NOTE
ELECTRONICS, INC. Contact us before sending your unit. We cannot store your unit!
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EXCALIBUR ELECTRONICS
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Avenue
Miami, Florida 33186
Ph: 305.477.8080
Fx: 305.477.9516
Einstein Microscope
MODEL NO.
ET412 052708
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