CELESTRON CM1000C Labs Compound Microscope Instruction Manual
- July 16, 2024
- Celestron
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CM1000C
Model # 44129
CM1000C Labs Compound Microscope
Congratulations on your Celestron Labs microscope purchase. Your new Celestron
Labs microscope is a precision optical instrument, made of the highest quality
materials to ensure durability and long life. It is designed to give you a
lifetime of enjoyment with minimal maintenance.
This CL-CM1000C microscope provides powers from 40x up to 1000x. It is ideal
for examining specimen slides of yeasts and molds, cultures, plant and animal
parts, fibers, bacteria, etc.
Before attempting to use your Celestron Labs microscope, please read these
instructions to familiarize yourself with the parts and functions of the
microscope.
Refer to the microscope diagrams to locate the parts discussed in the manual.
The final section of the manual provides simple care and maintenance tips.
IN THE BOX
– Microscope CM1000C
– 3 objective lenses: 4x, 10x, 40x (spring-loaded)
– 2 Eyepieces: 10x, 25x
– AC Adapter
– 10 Prepared Slides
– 3 AA Batteries
– Dust Cover
– Hex Key
PARTS
- Eyepiece
- Eyepiece Tube
- Head
- Nosepiece
- Objective Lens
- Stage
- Stage Clips
- Illuminator
- Base
- Illuminator Adjustment
- Arm
- Coaxial Focus Knob
- Disc Diaphragm
- Power Switch
SPECIFICATIONS
STAGE: Plain Stage with Clips – 3.5 in x 3.5 in (88 mm x 88 mm)
HEAD: 360° rotatable monocular with 45° incline
MAGNIFICATION RANGE: 40x to 1000x
FOCUSER: Coaxial, coarse/fine focus knob
OBJECTIVES: 4x, 10x, 40x
EYEPIECES: WF 10x, WF 25x
NOSEPIECE: Triple with click stop
ILLUMINATOR: LED, adjustable
CONDENSER: N.A. 0.65
DIAPHRAGM: Disc diaphragm with 6 aperture sizes
DIMENSIONS: 4.6 in x 6.3 in x 12.0 in (117 mm x 160 mm x 305 mm)
WEIGHT: 3 lbs.- 14 oz / 1.76 kg
MAGNIFICATION TABLE
Use the following table to determine magnification using your microscope’s different eyepiece/objective lens combinations.
OBJECTIVE LENS:
4x 10x 40x
WF 10X EYEPIECE:
40x 100x 400x
WF 25X EYEPIECE:
100x 250x 1000x
SETTING UP YOUR MICROSCOPE
- Remove the Styrofoam container from the carton.
- Carefully remove the microscope and accessories from container and set them on a table, desk, or other flat surface.
- Remove bag coverings from microscope.
- Remove cap from eyepiece tube (2).
- Remove the eyepieces from plastic bags.
- Insert the 10x eyepiece into the eyepiece tube (2).
- Plug the AC adapter into the socket on the back of the base (9).
- Insert the plug end of the AC adapter into the proper power source.
NOTE: Alternatively, the microscope can run on three AA batteries. To
install the batteries, open the battery compartment on the base (9) of the
microscope using the Hex key.
Insert the three AA batteries (supplied) and close the battery compartment.
MICROSCOPE OPERATION
Before viewing specimens, please read these sections thoroughly regarding focusing, changing power (magnification), using the stage and adjusting illumination.
VIEWING A SPECIMEN
Carefully place a specimen slide under the stage clips (7) and center the
specimen.
The images you see in your microscope will be upside down and reversed right
to left.
Your microscope includes prepared slides to help you get started.
You are now ready to focus and view the specimen. Use caution to avoid
damaging the slide or object. When using higher powers while focusing, make
sure the objective lens (5) does not hit the slide orspecimen.
FOCUSING AND CHANGING POWER (MAGNIFICATION)
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Always start observing with lowest power (4x objective lens and 10x eyepiece).
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Place a specimen slide (or object) on the stage (6) directly under the objective lens (5). Gradually turn the focus knob (12) until the specimen is in focus.
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For higher powers, rotate the nosepiece (4) to change the objective lens (5) to 10x or 40x. This will yield a greater magnification. Gradually turn the focus knob (12) to refocus.
NOTE: Before turning the objective carriage, turn the focus knob to lower the stage. -
You can replace the 10x eyepiece with the 25x eyepiece to obtain three additional high power magnifications, including (1000x), the highest power possible.
ADJUSTING THE ILLUMINATION
Specimens of different sizes, thicknesses, and colors require different levels
of illumination. To adjust illumination, turn the illuminator adjustment wheel
(10) to either increase or decrease the illumination.
The illuminator adjustment wheel (10) has eight illumination settings, with 1
being the dimmest and 8 the brightest. Experiment to find the optimal lighting
for your specimen.
DIAPHRAGM
The disc diaphragm (13) has six diameter openings. These openings allow you to
adjust the amount of light passing through the specimen. Adjusting the light
can help you maximize brightness and contrast.
CARE, MAINTENANCE AND WARRANTY
Your Celestron Labs microscope is a precision optical instrument and should be treated with care at all times. Follow these care and maintenance suggestions and your microscope will need very little maintenance throughout its lifetime.
- When you are done using your microscope, remove any specimens left on the stage.
- Turn off the power and unplug the power cord (if applicable).
- Always place the plastic bag or dust cover over the microscope when not in use to help keep it clean.
- Store the microscope in a dry, clean place.
- Be very careful if using your microscope in direct sunlight to prevent damage to the microscope or your eyes.
- To carry your microscope, place one hand on the “arm” of the microscope and the other hand under the base for support. Do not grasp your microscope by the focuser knob or head.
- Clean the outside surfaces (metal and plastic) with a moist cloth.
- Always unplug any cords before cleaning.
- Never clean optical surfaces with cloth or paper towels as they can scratch optical surfaces easily. Instead, use an air blower or camel hair brush.
- To clean fingerprints off of optical surfaces, use a lens cleaning agent and lens tissue available at most photo supply stores. When cleaning, do not rub in circles as this may cause streaks or scratches.
- Never disassemble your microscope or clean internal optical surfaces. Only qualified technicians at the factory or an authorized repair facility should attempt these repairs.
- When handling glass specimen slides, use care, as the edges can be sharp.
YOUR MICROSCOPE HAS A TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY.
FOR MORE DETAILED INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT
www.CelestronLabs.com
Torrance, CA 90503
TEL 800-421-9649
www.CelestronLabs.com
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(Products or instructions may change without notice or obligation.) Designed
and intended for those 14 years of age and older.
References
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