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Leica DM 500, DM500 B Manual 12
Care instructions
General instructions
Ϙ Protect the Leica DM500 or DM500 B micro-
scope against damp, vapors, acids, alkalis,
and corrosive substances. Do not store
chemicals in the vicinity.
Ϙ Protect the Leica DM500 or DM500 B micro-
scope from oil and grease. Never grease or
oil mechanical parts or sliding surfaces.
Ϙ Follow the instructions of the disinfectant
manufacturer.
Ϙ It is advisable to enter a service agreement
with Leica Service.
Cleaning coated parts and plastic parts
Ϙ Dust and dirt particles should be removed
with a soft brush or lint-free cotton cloth.
Ϙ Remove coarse debris with a moistened
disposable cloth.
Ϙ Clinging dirt can be removed using petro-
leum ether or alcohol
Ϙ Acetone, xylene or nitro-containing thin-
ners must NOT be used.
Ϙ Never use chemicals to clean colored
surfaces or accessories with rubberized
parts. This could damage the surfaces,
and specimens could be contaminated by
abraded particles.
Cleaning glass surfaces
Ϙ Remove dust using a fine, dry and grease-
free brush made from hair, by blowing with
a squeeze blower, or by using a vacuum.
Ϙ Remove dirt using a clean cloth that has
been moistened with distilled water.
Ϙ Remove tough dirt using alcohol, chloro-
form or petroleum ether.