User Guide

490 Series Microscope
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2.13 Changing the Halogen Light Bulbs
1. Turn off and unplug the microscope.
2. Wait until the bulb cools down.
3. Do not touch the bulb directly, the oil from
your skin will damage the bulb.
Use a cloth or paper to handle.
(Microscope Base)
1. Be sure to remove the eyepieces from the unit
before turning the microscope over to prevent
them from falling and breaking.
2. Carefully turn the microscope on its side,
exposing the base.
3. Loosen the door screw on the bottom of the
microscope and pull the door open.
4. Remove the old bulb and replace with a new
one.
5. Close door and tighten the screws of the
door.
2.14 Changing the Fuse
(Microscope Base)
1. Turn off and unplug the microscope.
2. Be sure to remove the eyepieces from the unit
before turning the microscope over to prevent
them from falling and breaking.
3. Carefully turn the microscope on its side,
exposing the base.
4. Using a small screwdriver, unscrew the cover and
replace the fuse.
5. Screw the fuse cover back in.