Leica S8APO Manual
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Living up to Life User Manual Leica S8 APO B Leica S Series User Manual 1 Copyright All rights to this documentation are held by Leica Microsystems CMS GmbH. Reproduction of text or illustrations (in whole or in part) by print, photocopy, microfilm or other method (including electronic systems) is not allowed without express written permission from Leica Microsystems CMS GmbH. The instructions contained in the following documentation reflect state-of-the-art tech- nology. We have compiled the texts and illus- trations as accurately as possible. Still, we are Revision 1.0, published March 14, 2013 by: always grateful for comments and suggestions regarding potential mistakes within this docu- Leica Microsystems Wetzlar GmbH mentation. Ernst Leitz-Straße 17-37 D-35578 Wetzlar (Germany) The information included in this manual may http://www.leica-microsystems.com be changed without prior notice. Responsible for contents: Marketing CMS Leica S Series User Manual 2 Function of the Microscopes The Leica S8 APO B microscope, for which The manufacturer assumes no liabil- These (IVD) instruments are not this User Manual has been written, is used for • ity for damage caused by, or any • intended for use in the patient environ- routine examinations of cell and tissue cultures, risks arising from, using the microscope for ment defined by DIN VDE 0100-710. Nor are liquids and sediments. This includes examining other purposes than those for which they are they designed to be combined with medical specimens taken from the human body for the intended or not using them within the speci- instruments in accordance with EN 60601-1. If a purpose of gaining information about physi- fications of Leica Microsystems CMS GmbH. microscope is electrically connected to a medical ological or pathological conditions or inborn In such cases, the Declaration of Conformity instrument in accordance with EN 60601-1, the anomalies, or testing for safety and compat- shall be invalid. requirements listed in EN 60601-1-1 shall apply. ibility for potential recipients, or for monitoring Not suitable for examining potentially infec- therapeutic measures. tious specimens. This type of instrument may be operated by trained laboratory personnel only. IVD The above-named microscopes comply with the Council Directive 98/79/EC concerning in vitro diagnostics. Leica S8 APO B identification label Leica S Series User Manual 3 General Notes Use in clean rooms ▶ The cleaning of glass surfaces and objec- Servicing The Leica S series can be used in clean rooms tives in particular should be carried out ▶ Repairs may only be carried out by Leica without any problems. exclusively as outlined in the brochure Microsystems-trained service technicians. "Cleaning of Microscope Optics". The infor- Only original Leica Microsystems spare Cleaning mation can be downloaded at: parts may be used. ▶ Do not use any unsuitable cleaning agents, http://www.leica-microsystems.com/prod- chemicals or techniques for cleaning. ucts/ . Select your product and go to the "Down- Responsibilities of person in charge of ▶ Never use chemicals to clean colored load" page. instrument surfaces or accessories with rubberized ▶ Ensure that the Leica stereomicroscope parts. This could damage the surfaces, ▶ For additional information, refer to page is operated, maintained and repaired by and products could be contaminated by 51. authorized and trained personnel only. abraded particles. ▶ In most cases, we can provide special solu- tions on request. Some products can be modified, and we can offer other accesso- ries for use in clean rooms. Leica S Series User Manual 4 Important Safety Notes User Manual Before installing, operating or using the instru- We guarantee the quality of our products. This User Manual describes the special func- ments, read the user manuals listed above. In Our guarantee covers all faults in materials tions of the Leica StereoZoom® stereomicro- particular, please follow all safety instructions. and manufacture. It does not, however, cover scopes (S series) and contains important damage resulting from careless or improper instructions for their operational safety, main- To maintain the unit in its original condition handling. tenance, and accessories. and to ensure safe operation, the user must follow the instructions and warnings contained You can combine individual system articles in these user manuals. with articles from external suppliers (e.g. cold light sources, etc.). Please read the User Manual and the safety instructions from the supplier. Leica S Series User Manual 5 Symbols Used Warning! Safety hazard! Danger due to hot surface. Disposal. This symbol indicates especially impor- This symbol warns against touching hot tant information that is mandatory to surfaces, e.g. those of light bulbs. Notes on how to dispose of the micro- read and observe. scope, its components and consum- ables. Failure to comply can cause the following: Important information ▶ Hazards to personnel This symbol indicates additional infor- ▶ Functional disturbances or damaged mation or explanations that are intended China RoHS 50 year EFUP (Environ- instruments to provide clarity. mentally friendly use period) Warning of hazardous electrical voltage Explanatory notes This symbol indicates especially impor- ▶ This symbol within the text stands for addi- IVD labeling tant information that is mandatory to tional information and explanations. nstrument for in vitro diagnostics. read and observe. IVD I IVD manufacturing date, Failure to comply can cause the following: Figures for example 11 / 2011 for ▶ Hazards to personnel (1) Numbers in parentheses within the MM/YYYY November 2011. ▶ Functional disturbances or damaged descriptions relate to the figures and the instruments items within those figures. Leica S Series User Manual 6 Safety Instructions Description and mechanical parts unless expressly Place of use ▶ The individual modules fulfill the highest instructed to do so in the instructions. ▶ Only use the instruments in enclosed, requirements for observation and docu- dust-free rooms and between +10 °C and mentation of Leica stereomicroscopes of +40 °C. Protect the devices from oil, chemi- the M series. The instruments and accessories described in cals and extreme humidity. If using the this User Manual have been tested for safety and devices outdoors, protect them from dust Intended use of instrument potential hazards. The responsible Leica affiliate and moisture. Never use electrical devices ▶ Leica Microsystems microscopes are opti- must be consulted whenever the instrument is outdoors. cal instruments for improving the visibility altered, modified or used in conjunction with of objects or specimens through magnifi- non-Leica components that are outside of the ▶ Electrical components must be placed at cation. Accessories such as optical acces- scope of this manual! least 10 cm away from the wall and away sories, stands, illumination, cameras etc. from flammable substances. supplement the equipment configuration. Unauthorized alterations to the instrument or noncompliant use shall void all rights to any ▶ Avoid large temperature fluctuations, Non-intended use warranty claims as well as product liability and direct sunlight and vibrations. These condi- ▶ Using the instrument in any way contrary the Declaration of Conformity. tions can distort micrographic images, for to the specifications in the User Manual can example. lead to bodily harm and damage to objects. Never use microscopes for in vivo examina- ▶ In warm and warm-damp climatic zones, tions or eye surgery if they are not expressly the individual components require special intended for such use. Never install any care in order to prevent the build-up of other plug or unscrew optical systems fungus. Leica S Series User Manual 7 Safety Instructions (continued) Responsibilities of person in charge of ▶ Before opening the instruments, switch off Integration in third-party products instrument the power and unplug the power cable. ▶ When installing Leica products into third- ▶ These Safety Instructions must be available party products, the manufacturer of the at the workplace. ▶ Avoid contact with powered electrical complete system or its dealer is responsible circuits, which can lead to injury. for following all applicable safety instruc- Ensure that: tions, laws and guidelines. ▶ The M series stereomicroscopes and accessories are operated, maintained and Transport repaired by authorized and trained person- ▶ Use the original packaging for shipping or Disposal nel only. transporting the individual modules of the ▶ Once the product has reached the end of its Leica M stereomicroscopy series and the service life, please contact Leica Service or ▶ All operators have read, understood and accessory components. Sales about disposal. observe this User Manual, and particularly the safety regulations. ▶ In order to prevent damage from vibrations, ▶ Please observe and comply with the disassemble all moving parts that (accord- national and federal laws and regulations ing to the user manual) can be assembled that are equivalent to EC directives such as Repairs, service work and disassembled by the customer and WEEE. ▶ Repairs may only be carried out by Leica pack them separately. Microsystems-trained service technicians. Like all electronic devices, the micro- scope, its accessory components and ▶ Only original Leica Microsystems spare consumables must never be disposed of with parts may be used. general household waste. Leica S Series User Manual 8 Safety Instructions