University of Cincinnati Clermont College,
Batavia OH 45103
2 July 2001
Proper preparation of the microscope for storage reduces chances of
damage to the instrument, and ensures that it will be ready for the
next use without unwanted surprizes. Students should know and
follow these steps to proper
storage. There will be unannounced occasional graded inspections
of
microscopes following their use. At the bottom of the page is the grade sheet which will be
used for that
purpose:
| CORRECTLY PREPARED:
Correctly stored with respect to correct objective, retracted mechanical stage and power cord securely wrapped. |
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| INCORRECTLY PREPARED: stage is not lowered fully... |
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mechanical stage is not retracted... |
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| no trace of oil on lens or stage? | |
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4x objective is not returned to viewing position... |
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rheostat was not returned to lowest setting... |
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| power switchturned off? (press to the left on the "O"
side of the switch). |
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cord wrapped is not snugly... |
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there is a sharp sharp bend in
the wrapped
cord... |
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dust cover was not replaced... AND... |
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the arm is positioned away from you in the storage cabinet. |
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| Date: _________ Seat number: | 1 |
| stage lowered fully? | |
| mechanical stage retracted? | |
| no trace of oil on lens or stage? | |
| 4x objective returned to viewing position? | |
| rheostat returned to lowest setting? | |
| power switchturned off? | |
| cord wrapped snugly, plug tucked in? | |
| no sharp bends in the wrapped cord? | |
| dust cover in place? | |
| arm towards you in storage cabinet? | |
| Score: | ___/10 |
