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Leica F12 I

User Manual

Leica F12 I Floor Stand Manual 2

Table of Contents

General Instructions 3

Safety Concept 4

Symbols Used 5

Safety Instructions 6

Leica F12 I

Floor Stand

Introduction 9

Overview (Sample Conﬁguration) 10

Installation

Pedestal and Large Vertical Column 12

Large Horizontal Arm and Flex-arm 13

Small Vertical Column: Assembly 14

Small Vertical Column: Montage 15

Small Vertical Column: Height Adjustment 16

Focusing Arm: Conﬁguration 1 for Table Inspections 17

Focusing Arm: Conﬁguration 2 for Table Inspections 18

Focusing Arm: Conﬁguration 3 for Table Inspections 19

Focusing Arm: Conﬁguration 1 for Wall Inspections 20

Alternative: Variable Focusing Arm 21

Microscop Installation

Optics Carrier and Objective 23

Tube and Eyepieces 24

Dioptric Correction and Parfocality 25

Operation

Adjusting the Joint Resistance 27

Balancing the Flex-arm 28

Adjusting the Working Height of the Microscope 29

Safe Transport 30

Illumination

(Optional) Leica LED1000 Combi Controller 33

Leica High-power Spotlight 35

Leica 2-arm LED Spotlight 36

Appenidx

Care and Maintenance 38

Troubleshooting 39

Technical Data 40

Dimensions 41

Leica F12 I Floor Stand Manual 3

General Instructions

Safety Concept

Before installing the Leica F12 I ﬂoor stand or

using it for the ﬁrst time, please read the "Safety

Concept" brochure provided. It contains additi-

onal information on handling and care.

Use in clean rooms

The Leica F12 I series can be used in clean rooms

without any problems.

Cleaning

ϘDo not use any unsuitable cleaning agents,

chemicals or techniques for cleaning.

ϘNever use chemicals to clean colored

surfaces or accessories with rubberized

parts. This could damage the surfaces, and

specimens could be contaminated by abra-

ded particles.

ϘIn most cases, we can provide special solu-

tions on request. Some products can be

modiﬁed, and we can oﬀer other accesso-

ries for use in clean rooms.

Servicing

ϘRepairs may only be carried out by Leica

Microsystems-trained service technicians.

Only original Leica Microsystems spare

parts may be used.

Responsibilities of person in charge of

instrument

ϘEnsure that the Leica ﬂoor stand is opera-

ted, maintained and repaired by authorized

and trained personnel only.

Leica F12 I Floor Stand Manual 4

Safety Concept

The Leica F12I is shipped with an interactive

CD-ROM, where you can ﬁnd all relevant user

manuals. Keep it in a safe place, and readily

accessible to the user. User manuals and

updates are also available for you to download

and print from our web site www.leica-micro-

systems.com.

The "Safety Concept" brochure contains addi-

tional safety information regarding service

work, requirements and the handling of the

ﬂoor stand, the installed stereomicroscope, the

electrical accessories as well as general safety

instructions.

You can combine individual system articles

with articles from external suppliers (e.g. cold

light sources, etc.). Please read the user manual

and the safety requirements of the supplier.

Before installing, operating or using the inst-

ruments, read the user manuals listed above.

In particular, please observe all safety instruc-

tions.

To maintain the unit in its original condition

and to ensure safe operation, the user must

follow the instructions and warnings contained

in these user manuals.

Leica F12 I Floor Stand Manual 5

Symbols Used

Warning of a danger

This symbol indicates especially impor-

tant information that must be read and

complied with. Failure to comply can cause the

following:

ϘHazards to persons!

ϘInstrument malfunctions and damage.

Warning of hazardous electrical voltage

This symbol indicates especially

important information.Failure to

observe can cause the following:

ϘHazards to persons!

ϘInstrument malfunctions and damage.

Danger due to hot surface

This symbol warns against touching hot

surfaces, such as light bulbs.

Important information

This symbol indicates additional infor-

mation or explanations that are intended

to provide clarity.

Leica F12 I Floor Stand Manual 6

Safety Instructions

Intended use

ϘRefer to the "Safety Concept" brochure.

Non-intended use

ϘRefer to the "Safety Concept" brochure.

The instruments and accessories described

in this manual have been safety-tested and

checked for possible hazards. The responsible

Leica aﬃliate must be consulted whenever

the instrument is altered, modiﬁed or used in

conjunction with non-Leica components that

are outside of the scope of this manual.

Unauthorized alterations to the instrument or

noncompliant use shall void all rights to any

warranty claims.

Installation location

ϘRefer to the "Safety Concept" brochure.

ϘElectrical components must be placed at

least 10 cm away from the wall and from

ﬂammable substances.

ϘAvoid large temperature ﬂuctuations, direct

sunlight and vibrations. These conditions

can distort measurements and microgra-

phic images.

ϘIn warm and warm-damp climatic zones,

the individual components require special

care in order to prevent the build-up of

fungus.

Requirements to be met by the operator:

ϘRefer to the "Safety Concept" brochure.

Ensure that:

ϘThe Leica F12 I is operated, maintained and

repaired only by authorized and trained

personnel.

ϘAll operators have read, understood and

observe this User Manual, and particularly

the safety regulations.

Leica F12 I Floor Stand Manual 7

Safety Instructions (continued)

Repairs, service work

ϘRefer to the "Safety Concept" brochure.

ϘOnly original Leica Microsystems spare

parts may be used.

ϘBefore opening the instruments, switch oﬀ

the power and unplug the power cable.

ϘTouching the live electric circuit can cause

injury.

Transport

ϘAlways use the original packaging for ship-

ping or transporting the Leica F12 I.

ϘIn order to prevent damage from vibrations,

disassemble all moving parts that (accor-

ding to the user manual) can be assembled

and disassembled by the customer and

pack them separately.



Because the pedestal of the Leica

F12 I is particularly heavy, always

request assistance from another person when

transporting it!

Installation in third-party products

ϘRefer to the "Safety Concept" brochure.

Disposal

ϘRefer to the "Safety Concept" brochure.

Legal requirements

ϘRefer to the "Safety Concept" brochure.

EC Declaration of Conformity

ϘRefer to the "Safety Concept" brochure.

Leica F12 I Floor Stand Manual 8

Leica F12 I

Floor Stand

Leica F12 I Floor Stand Manual 9

Congratulations on purchasing the Leica F12

I by Leica Microsystems. The particular design

of this ﬂoor stand makes it ideally suited for

mobile examinations of specimens. Whether

material inspection, quality control or art

restoration—in fact anywhere you might need

a mobile microscopy workstation, you will ﬁnd

that the Leica F12 I is a ﬂexible, sturdy and cost-

eﬀective solution.

As versatile as your work

The Leica F12 I supports the Leica stereomicro-

scopes M50, M80 and the entire Leica S series.

Not only are there many models to choose from,

but there is also a range of accessories to fulﬁll

every possible wish. Even if your requirements

are like no one else's: Your Leica consultant will

conﬁgure a workstation that meets your needs

perfectly.

For more information about Leica Micro-

systems products and services and the

address of your nearest Leica repre-

sentative, please visit our website:

www.leica-microsystems.com

Thank you for choosing our products. We hope

that you will enjoy the quality and performance

of your new ﬂoor stand.

Leica Microsystems (Schweiz) AG

Industry Division

CH-9435 Heerbrugg

Introduction

Leica F12 I Floor Stand Manual 10

Overview (Sample Conﬁguration)

1 Rotary knob for joint brake

2 Small vertical column

3 Microscope

4 Pedestal

5 Castors with footbrakes

6 Cable holder

7 Small horizontal arm

8 Large horizontal arm

9 Storage compartment for power

pack

10 Large vertical column

11 Brake knob for locking the verti-

cal position

12 Rotary knob for balancing

13 Flex-arm

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