Leica A60F User Manual
Leica A60 F
Manual
Table of Contents
The Leica A60 F 12
Congratulations! 13
An Overview of the Leica A60 F 14
Assembling the Leica A60 F 15
Table Clamp 16
Flexible Arm Stand and Optics Carrier 17
Assembling the Illuminator 18
Using the Leica A60 F 19
Adjusting the Working Height 20
The Correct Interpupillary Distance 21
Focusing 22
Magnification Display 23
Dioptric Correction and Parfocality 24
Adjusting the Torque of the Focus Drive 25
Leica A60 LED Ring Illuminator 26
Replacing the Protective Glass 27
Dimensions 28
Dimensions 29
Optical Data 31
Optical Data 32
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Safety Instructions
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Symbols used in this operating manual
Warning! Safety hazard!
This symbol indicates especially impor-
tant information that is mandatory to
read and observe.
Failure to comply can cause the following:
Ϙ Hazards to personnel
Ϙ Instrument malfunctions and damage
Warning of hazardous electrical voltage
This symbol indicates especially impor-
tant information that is mandatory to
read and observe.
Failure to comply can cause the following:
Ϙ Hazards to personnel
Ϙ Instrument malfunctions and damage
Danger due to hot surface
This symbol warns against touching
accessible hot surfaces, e.g. those of
light bulbs.
Important information
This symbol indicates additional infor-
mation or explanations that are intended
to provide clarity.
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Important Notes
Description
The Leica A60 F stereomicroscope meets
today's state of the art of technology. Nevertheless, hazards may still arise during operation.
The potential risks are described below.
Before installing, operating or using the
instrument, it is mandatory to read this
user manual. In particular, please observe all
safety instructions.
User Manual
This user manual includes important instructions related to operating safety, maintenance
and accessories.
Your Leica A60 F stereomicroscope
includes an interactive CD-ROM
with all relevant user manuals. Keep it in
a safe place, and readily accessible to the
user. You can also download user manuals and updates from our website at
www.leica-microsystems.com
Legal requirements
Adhere to general and local regulations relating to accident prevention and environmental
protection.
EC Declaration of Conformity
Electrically operated accessories are constructed based on the state of the art of technology
and are provided with an EC Declaration of
Conformity.
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Instructions on use
Intended use
The Leica A60 F stereomicroscope is an optical instrument for improving the visibility of
objects through magnification and illumination.
The stereomicroscope may be used only in
closed rooms and must be placed on a solid
substrate.
The Leica A60 F stereomicroscope can be used
in clean rooms.
Always position the stereomicroscope
so that you can disconnect the illumination from the power supply at any time.
The power cable must remain accessible at all
times, because the power cable is intended as a
power disconnect device.
Place of use
Use the stereomicroscope in closed, dust-free
rooms at +10°C to +40 °C. Protect it from oil,
chemicals and extreme humidity. Install electrical devices at least 10 cm from the wall and
away from flammable substances.
In warm and warm-damp climatic zones,
the individual components require
special care in order to prevent the build-up of
fungus.
Non-intended use
Using the stereomicroscope in any way
other than that described in the user
manual may result in personal injury or damage
to property. Doing so can impair the functions
of the protective measures provided.
Never install any other plug (NEMA
5-15P) or unscrew any mechanical
components unless expressly instructed to do
so in the instructions.
The instruments and accessories descri-
bed in this user manual have been tested
for safety and potential hazards.
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Instructions on use (continued)
The responsible Leica affiliate must be
consulted whenever the instrument is
altered, modified or used in conjunction with
non-Leica components that are outside of the
scope of this manual!
Unauthorized alterations to the instru-
ment or noncompliant use shall void all
rights to any warranty claims.
Transport
If at all possible, use the original packaging for
shipping or transporting individual modules.
In order to prevent damage from vibrations, the
customer should disassemble all moving parts
according to the user manual and pack them
separately.
Disposal
Disposal must comply with locally applicable
laws and regulations.
Integration in third-party products
When installing Leica products into third-party
products, the manufacturer of the complete
system or its dealer is responsible for following
all applicable safety instructions, laws and
guidelines.
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Health risks and dangers of use
Health risks
Workplaces with stereomicroscopes faci-
litate and improve the viewing task, but
they also impose high demands on the eyes
and holding muscles of the user. Depending on
the duration of uninterrupted work at such a
workplace, impaired vision and problems with
the musculoskeletal system may occur. For this
reason, appropriate measures for reduction of
the workload must be taken:
Ϙ Optimum workplace layout
Ϙ Frequent changes of activity
Ϙ Thorough training of the personnel, giving
consideration to ergonomic and organizational aspects
The ergonomic optical design and construction
of the Leica stereomicroscopes are intended to
reduce the exertion of the user to a minimum.
Danger of infection
Direct contact with eyepieces is a
potential transmission method for
bacterial and viral infections of the eye.
The risk can be kept to a minimum by
using personal eyepieces for each indivi-
dual or detachable eyecups.
Dangers during use
Ϙ The stereomicroscope must be connected
to a grounded outlet.
Ϙ The stereomicroscope may be used when it
is in proper working condition only.
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Information for the person responsible for the instrument
Information for the person responsible for
the instrument
Ϙ Ensure that the stereomicroscope is used
only by persons qualified to do so.
Ϙ Ensure that this manual is always available
at the place where the stereomicroscope is
in use.
Ϙ Carry out regular inspections to make
certain that the authorized users are
adhering to safety requirements.
Ϙ When instructing new users, do so
thoroughly and explain the meanings of
the warning signs and messages.
Ϙ Assign individual responsibilities for star-
ting, operating and servicing the instrument and monitor the observance of these
responsibilities.
Ϙ Only use the stereomicroscope in proper
condition.
Ϙ Inform your Leica representative or Leica
Microsystems (Schweiz) AG, Industry Division, 9435 Heerbrugg, Switzerland, immediately of any product defect that could
potentially cause injury or harm.
Ϙ If you use accessories from other manu-
facturers with the stereomicroscope, make
sure that these manufacturers confirm that
the combination is safe to use. Follow the
instructions in the user manual for those
accessories.
Ϙ Modifications to or service on the stereo-
microscope may be carried out only by
technicians who are explicitly authorized
by Leica to do so.
Ϙ Only original Leica replacement parts may
be used in servicing the product.
Ϙ After service work or technical modifica-
tions, the device must be readjusted in
accordance with our technical specifications.
Ϙ If the unit is modified or serviced by
unauthorized persons, is improperly
maintained (as long as maintenance was
not carried out by us), or is handled improperly, Leica will not accept any liability.
Ϙ The electric installation in the building
must conform to the national standard, e.g.
current-operated ground leakage protection (fault-current protection) is suggested.
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Care instructions
General Instructions
Ϙ Protect the stereomicroscope from mois-
ture, fumes and acids and from alkaline,
caustic and corrosive materials. Do not
store chemicals in the vicinity.
Ϙ Protect the stereomicroscope from oil and
grease. Never grease or oil mechanical
parts or sliding surfaces.
Ϙ Follow the instructions of the disinfectant
manufacturer.
Ϙ We recommend concluding a service
contract with Leica Service.
Cleaning coated parts and plastic parts
Ϙ Dust and dirt particles should be removed
with a soft brush or lint-free cotton cloth.
Ϙ Remove coarse debris with a moistened
disposable cloth.
Ϙ Acetone, xylene or nitro-containing thin-
ners must NOT be used.
Ϙ Never use chemicals to clean colored
surfaces or accessories with rubberized
parts. This could damage the surfaces, and
specimens could be contaminated by abraded particles.
Cleaning glass surfaces
Ϙ Remove dust using a fine, dry and grease-
free brush made from hair, by blowing with
a squeeze blower, or by using a vacuum.
Ϙ Remove dirt using a clean cloth that has
been moistened with distilled water.
Ϙ Remove tough dirt using alcohol, chloro-
form or petroleum ether.
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