INSTRUCTION MANUAL
LENSMETER
LM-8
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for your purchase of the TOPCON LENSMETER LM-8.
To get the best use of the instrument, be sure to read this Instruction Manual.
By thoroughly familiarizing yourself with the instrument and its operations, you will surely be able to obtain the full benefit of a superior precision optical instrument.
Keep this Manual for future reference.
Precautions
•As this instrument is a precision equipment, always use it under temperature and humidity conditions of the normal living environment.
•Install this instrument on a level and stable table, and avoid exposure to direct sunlight.
•Keep clean the ambient conditions, and turn off the power source and apply the dustcover when not in use.
•To ensure exact measurement values, take care and keep dust and grease off the lens and other parts that come into contact with the lens.
•We shall not take any responsibility for overhauling and rebuilding without our permission.
•Note that, if this instrument is used in an manner other than that specified herein, it may spoil the protections provided by devices.
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DISPLAY FOR SAFE USE
In order to encourage the safe use of this product, important warnings are put on the product and written in the instruction manual.
We suggest that everyone understand the meaning of the following displays and icons before reading the “Safety Cautions” and text.
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Ignoring this display may lead to personal |
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injury refers to hurt, burn, electric shock, etc.
• Property damage refers to extensive damage to building or equipment and furniture.
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This icon indicates a Hazard Warning. |
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Specific content is expressed with words or an icon either |
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inserted in the icon itself or located close to the icon |
SAFETY CAUTIONS
CAUTION
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To prevent pinching your fingers, pay particular attention in |
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changing the tilt angle of the machine. |
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To prevent the machine/component parts from tumbling/falling, |
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operate the machine gently in changing the tilt angle. |
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USAGE AND MAINTENANCE
Usage:
The Lensmeter is an electric equipment. When using, strictly follow the instructions in this Manual.
USER MAINTENANCE:
To maintain the safety and performance of the equipment, never attempt to do the maintenance of parts specified herein, which should be taken care of by our servicemen. The maintenance items that can be covered by users are the following; for details, follow the instructions.
Target position adjustment (see page 14)
ESCAPE CLAUSE
•TOPCON shall not take any responsibility for damages due to fire, earthquake, actions by third person, or the negligence and missuse by the user and used under unusual conditions.
•TOPCON shall not take any responsibility for damages derived from the inability to use this equipment, such as a loss of business profit and suspension of business.
•TOPCON shall not take any responsibility for damage caused by operations other than those described in this Instruction Manual.
WARNING INDICATIONS AND ITS POSITIONS
To secure the safety of this instrument, warning icons are displayed. To ensure the correct use, follow the instructions of this Manual.
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CONTENT
INTRODUCTION |
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DISPLAY FOR SAFE USE |
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS |
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USAGE AND MAINTENANCE |
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ESCAPE CLAUSE |
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WARNING INDICATIONS AND |
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ITS POSITIONS |
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COMPONENTS |
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COMPONENT NAME |
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ACCESSORIES |
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TARGET IMAGE |
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TARGET IMAGE |
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MEASUREMENT PREPARATIONS
MEASUREMENT PREPARATIONS 7
MEASUREMENT
MEASUREMENT OF |
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SPHERICAL LENS |
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MEASUREMENT OF |
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ASTIGMATIC LENS |
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MEASUREMENT OF FRAMED |
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ASTIGMATIC LENS |
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MEASUREMENT OF CONTACT |
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LENS |
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MEASUREMENT OF |
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PRISMATIC LENS |
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AXIS MARKING |
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PRISM COMPENSATOR |
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PRISM COMPENSATOR |
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MAINTENANCE |
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MAINTENANCE |
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CHECK&ADJUSTMENT |
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CHECK&ADJUSTMENT |
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BEFORE REQUESTING |
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REPAIRING SERVICE |
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CHECK ITEMS |
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SPECIFICATIONS |
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OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES |
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COMPONENTS
COMPONENT NAMES
Eyepiece adjustment ring |
LM-8 |
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Protractor ring |
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Prism holder |
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Lens holder |
Lens table |
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Lens stop |
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Axis wheel |
Power switch |
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Lens holder lever |
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Axis marker lever |
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Diopter power knob |
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Lens table adjustment lever |
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Tilt locking lever |
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Cell box |
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LM-8E
(Diopter power knob with scale)
ACCESSORIES
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D) (E)
LM-8C
(without axis wheel)
(A) Contact lens stop .......................... |
1 pc. |
(B) Silicon cloth ................................... |
1 pc. |
(C) Dustcover...................................... |
1 pc. |
(D) UM1 dry cell .................................. |
2 pcs. |
(E) Lens protection pad ...................... |
1 set |
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COMPONENTS