GENERAL MAINTENANCE OF THE MICROSCOPE

In addition to the mentioned points, it is emphasized that the microscope is a very precise and delicate device. In order to keep the optical parts healthy and the microscope in the best conditions, the mechanical and electrical components of the microscope must be maintained. Each part of the microscope is produced using the most advanced technologies, and the parts are mounted and adjusted in the factory using special equipment.
During these stages, the permissible error limit of different parts of the device is completely controlled through advanced technologies.
Cleaning the place of the microscope, installing and using it carefully is necessary to have a long service life. Moisture, dust and improper electrical conditions, improper use, or improper installation have an adverse effect on the maintenance of the microscope. Maintaining a microscope requires a lot of attention and care. This work should only be done by experienced personnel, using special equipment.
General recommendations are provided below. These recommendations are necessary to install and maintain the microscope in optimal working conditions.

MICROSCOPE INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

Microscopes normally use 110-220V voltage and 60Hz frequency. Some have a light intensity control source. Some others also have a mirror through which the light is directed to the slide placed on the screen.
A mirror is preferable to a lamp. Such microscopes are often used in health homes in areas far from urban centers, where there are no power lines. Installing and setting up all types of microscopes requires the specialized requirements of each one; A fluorescence microscope requires a dark room to make observations possible.

MICROSCOPE CLEANING METHODS

Cleaning the microscope is one of the most important routine tasks. The following materials are required for this purpose:
1. A piece of clean cloth such as a napkin.
2. A glass of lens cleaning solution that can be
obtained from eyeglass stores. In general, this solution does not affect the protective coating of the lenses or the glue used in their assembly. Etilater, xylene and white gasoline are recommended among the cleaning solutions
that are used a lot.
Warning: Some manufacturers do not recommend using alcohol or acetone because these substances can affect or dissolve the glue used to connect the lenses.
3. Lens paper, which can usually be obtained from eyeglass stores. If it is not possible, soft absorbent paper or soft medical cotton can be used. You can also use a piece of soft silk fabric.
4. A piece of very thin leather handkerchief that can be purchased from shoe stores.
5. Rubber bubble for blowing air. This device can be made in the laboratory by connecting a pipettor to a rubber bubble.
6. Plastic cover to protect the microscope from the environment when it is not in use.
A cloth protector with the same texture as a napkin can also be used.
7. A soft camel hair brush or a soft painting brush. It is better if the hair of the brush is natural, with the same length and very soft, dry, and oil-free texture. It can probably be obtained in photography stores. It is also possible to find a similar tool in cosmetic stores.
8. A 250 gram pack of Seal Kia Gel. This gel is used to control the humidity in the microscope storage box, which has no pores.
When saturated with moisture, it changes color, which indicates when to replace or renew it. Seal Kia Gel is generally blue in color when it is in good condition and
turns pink when saturated with moisture.
9. Replacement lamps and fuses. They must have the same model as the one installed by the manufacturer or have the same specifications.