BRESSER 9810301 Die Maus Incident Light Microscope Instruction Manual
- June 1, 2024
- BRESSER
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BRESSER 9810301 Die Maus Incident Light Microscope
Product Information
Specifications:
- Product Name: AuflichtMikroskop
- Art. No.: 9810301
- Age Recommendation: Suitable for children of at least 8 years of age
Product Usage Instructions
General Warnings:
- Only suitable for children of at least 8 years of age.
- Keep packaging as it contains important information.
Disposal:
- Dispose of packaging materials properly according to their type.
- Disposing of batteries in normal household waste is forbidden. Dispose of used batteries as required by law.
EC Declaration of Conformity:
– Bresser GmbH has issued a Declaration of Conformity in accordance with applicable guidelines and standards.
– Full text available at www.bresser.de/download/9810301/CE/9810301_CE.pdf
Parts of the Microscope:
- 1 Objective
- 2 Eyepiece
- 3 Focus knob
- 4 Stage
- 5 Stage clips
- 6 Plate
- 7 Focus knob
- 8 On/off switch
- 9 Battery compartment
- 10 Mounting screws
- 11 Diffusion cap
Location:
Before you start, choose an ideal location with sufficient light for microscope usage.
Simple Observation:
- Turn the focus knob to the upper stop.
- Place an object on the stage directly under the objective.
- Adjust image sharpness by slowly turning the focus knob.
Rotatable Object Plate:
Test with which plate side (black or white) your object can be viewed best.
Experiments:
Visit http://www.bresser.de/downloads for interesting experiments.
Tips on Cleaning:
- Remove the device from its energy source before cleaning.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where can I find the warranty terms?
- You can download the warranty terms from www.bresser.de/warranty_terms
- How can I register for the warranty?
- To benefit from the warranty period indicated on the gift box, registration on the website is required.
SERVICE AND WARRANTY
MICROSCOPE GUIDE
MICROSCOPE FAQ
MANUAL DOWNLOAD:
EXPERIMENTS
Operating Instructions
WARNING! Not for children under three years. Choking hazard – small parts. Contains functional sharp edges and points!
ATTENTION : Only suitable for children of at least 8 years of age. Instructions for parents or other responsible persons are enclosed and must be followed.\ Keep packaging as it contains important information.
GENERAL WARNINGS
- Choking hazard — This product contains small parts that could be swallowed by children. This poses a choking hazard.
- Risk of electric shock — This device contains electronic components that operate via a power source (power supply and/or batteries). Only use the device as described in the manual, otherwise you run the risk of an electric shock.
- Risk of fire/explosion — Do not expose the device to high temperatures. Use only the recommended batteries. Do not short-circuit the device or batteries, or throw them into a fire. Excessive heat or improper handling could trigger a short-circuit, a fire or an explosion.
- Risk of chemical burn — Make sure you insert the batteries correctly. Empty or damaged batteries could cause burns if they come into contact with the skin. If necessary, wear adequate gloves for protection.
- Do not disassemble the device. In the event of a defect, please contact your dealer. The dealer will contact the Service Centre and can send the device in to be repaired, if necessary.
- Use only the recommended batteries. Always replace weak or empty batteries with a new, complete set of batteries at full capacity. Do not use batteries from different brands or with different capacities. Remove the batteries from the unit if it has not been used for a long time.
- Never recharge normal, non-rechargeable batteries. This could lead to explosion during the charging process.
- Tools with sharp edges are often used when working with this device. Because there is a risk of injury from such tools, store this device and all tools and accessories in a location that is out of the reach of children.
- Keep instructions and packaging as they contain important information
DISPOSAL
Dispose of the packaging materials properly, according to their type (paper, cardboard, etc). Contact your local waste disposal service or environmental authority for information on the proper disposal.Do not dispose of electronic devices in the household garbage! As per the Directive 2002/96/EC of the European Parliament on waste electrical and electronic equipment and its adaptation into German law, usedelectronic devices must be collected separately and recycled in an environmentally friendly manner. Empty old batteries must be disposed of at battery collection points by the consumer. You can find out more information about the disposal of devices or batteries produced after 01.06.2006 from your local waste disposal serviceor environmental authority. In accordance with the regulations concerning batteries and rechargeable\ batteries, disposing of them in normal household waste is explicitly forbidden. Please pay attention to dispose of your used batteries as required by law – at a local collection point or in the retail market (a disposal in domestic waste violates the Battery Directive).
Batteries that contain toxins are marked with a sign and a chemical symbol. „Cd“ = cadmium, „Hg“ = mercury, „Pb“ = lead.
- battery contains cadmium
- battery contains mercury
- battery contains lead
EC Declaration of Conformity
Bresser GmbH has issued a “Declaration of Conformity” in accordance with applicable guidelines and corresponding standards. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address:
Parts
Your microscope is made up of the following parts (Fig. 1-4):
- WF 10x Eyepiece
- 45° inclined monocular head
- Objective
- Illumination (LED)
- Microscope stage (with object plate)
- Stage clips
- Focus knob
- On/off switch
- Battery compartment
- Mounting screws
- Diffusion cap
Location
Before you start, choose an ideal location for using your microscope. It is important that you have enough light available (window, desk lamp).
Simple Observation
Turn the focus knob (7) to the upper stop. Now, place an object on the stage (5), directly under the objective (1). When you take a look through the eyepiece, you can see the magnified object. At this point, you still might see a slightly fuzzy picture. Adjust the image sharpness by slowly turning the focus knob (7).
Rotatable object plate
Test with which plate side (black or white) your object can be viewed best.
Illumination
For observation with the electronic light source (4) you need to insert 2 AA batteries 1.5 V, in the battery compartment (9) on the base of the microscope. The battery compartment is opened using a Phillips screwdriver. Insert the batteries with the correct polarity (+/- indication). Put the battery cover first into the small opening so that the lid fits perfectly. Now you\ can tighten the screw. You can not turn\ on the light (4) with the on/off switch (8) on the base of the microscope.
Experiments
Use the following web link to find interesting experiments you can try out.
TIPS on cleaning
Remove the device from it’s energy source before cleaning (remove plug from the socket / remove the batteries). Clean the exterior of device with a dry cloth. Do not use cleaning fluids so as to avoid causing damage to electronic components. Protect the device from dust and moisture. Store the device in the bag supplied or in its original packaging. Batteries should be removed from the device if it is not going to be used for a long period of time. Clean the lens (objective and eyepiece) only with the cloth supplied or some other soft lint-free cloth (e.g. microfibre). Do not use excessive pressure – this may scratch the lens. Dampen the cleaning cloth with a spectacle cleaning fluid and use it on very dirty lenses.
Warranty & Service
The regular guarantee period is 2 years and begins on the day of purchase. To benefit from an extended voluntary guarantee period as stated on the gift box, registration on our website is required. You can consult the full guarantee terms as well as information on extending the guarantee period and details of our services at
I. Schmitt-Menzel WDR media group GmbH
Contact
- Bresser GmbH
- Gutenbergstraße 2
- 46414 Rhede · Germany
- www.bresser.de
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- @BresserEurope
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