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When storing the microscope What should you do with the cord?
The cord should be above the base and below the stage. Tuck the end of the cord into the wrapped cord so it does not unwind. Place the cover over the microscope. Hold the microscope by the arm and base while putting it away.
How do you properly handle a microscope?
Hold the microscope with one hand around the arm of the device, and the other hand under the base. This is the most secure way to hold and walk with the microscope. Avoid touching the lenses of the microscope. The oil and dirt on your fingers can scratch the glass.
When storing the microscope What position should the stage be in?
8. Always place the 4X objective over the stage and be sure the stage is at its lowest position before putting the microscope away.
Which precautions you have taken in porting of microscope?
Always pick up a microscope using both hands, one hand holding the arm of the microscope and the other supporting its base. Although it may seem tempting, never grab or carry a microscope by its eyepiece. When you put the microscope down again, be sure to do so on a flat surface, such as a tabletop.
How do you adjust a compound microscope?
Compound Microscopes Look at the objective lens (3) and the stage from the side and turn the focus knob (4) so the stage moves upward. Move it up as far as it will go without letting the objective touch the coverslip. Look through the eyepiece (1) and move the focus knob until the image comes into focus.
What happens if you leave a microscope plugged in all the time?
The microscope’s lightbulb can overheat and blow up if used constantly, so be sure you turn off your microscope to prevent damages. Unplug the cord, wrap it up, and secure it with a tie. To unplug, hold the plug of the illumination rather than the cord.
How do you transport a microscope without damaging the microscope?
Avoid unplugging from the cord to prevent damages to your microscope. Wrap up your cord and secure it with a tie to prevents accidents. A loose cord can get caught on other items and cause you to drop the microscope in transport. Use a twist tie, zip tie, or cord tie.
How do I use the coarse adjustment knob on my microscope?
Rotate the scanning (4X) objective lens into position and use the coarse adjustment knob to move the stage and slide all the way up. Look through the ocular lenses and turn the coarse adjustment knob CLOCKWISE until the “e” comes into view. Center the “e” in your field of view. Fine focus the letter “e”.
How do you use a coarse focus on a microscope?
Look at the objective lens and the stage from the side (Figure 2, at right) and turn the coarse focus knob so that the objective lens moves downward (or the stage, if it moves, goes upward). Move it as far as it will go without touching the slide!