Model FL-PWJ Power Supply Model FL-LHJ Lamphouse Instruction Manual
Table of Contents 1.0 Introduction 1.1 Power Supply & Lamphouse Features 1.2 General Safety Guidelines 1.3 Warning/Caution symbols used in this manual 1.4 Intended Product Use Statement 1.5 Product Safety Information 1.6 Warranty Notes 2.0 The Components 2.1 Installation Site 2.2 Unpacking 2.3 Set Up 2.4 Bulb Installation or Replacement, Step-by-Step 2.5 Bulb Alignment for TC Models 2.6 Bulb Alignment for MT Models 3.0 Operation 3.1 UV Light Safety Considerations 4.0 Maintenance and Cleaning 5.
Model FL-PWJ Power Supply & FL-LHJ Lamphouse 1. Introduction The Meiji Techno FL-PWJ Epi-Fluorescence Illuminator Power Supply is a precision engineered product incorporating efficient, silent-running switchmode power supply technology delivering smooth, regulated current. The FL-PWJ Power Supply is designed only to support 100 watt HBO DC arc lamps. The advanced switchmode design provides constant, low-noise DC power that automatically adjusts for the condition of the DC lamp in circuit.
1.1 Power Supply & Lamphouse Features • • • • • • • • • • • • Integrated Focusing Collector Lens in Lamphouse Integrated Concave Mirror optimizes DC Arc Components Solid State Switchmode Type Power Supply Supports 100watt HBO Mercury DC arc lamps Warm up time: ~ 2 minutes Elapsed Time Meter Power Supply & Lamphouse are Convection Cooled ( no fan noise ) Resetable Front Panel Breaker Accidental Unplug Protection on Output CE Approved, UL pending 1 year Conditional Warranty Country of Origin: Japan 1.
These symbols are used throughout this instruction manual. For your safety, be sure to follow all instructions associated with the symbols listed below. Disregarding instructions marked with this symbol may lead to serious bodily injury or possibly death. Operational warning; failure to operate equipment properly may result in damage or injury. Possible electrical shock hazard exists Disregarding instructions marked with this symbol may lead to serious injury or property damage.
Disassembly of the product may result in electrical shock, injury or death, equipment damage, loss of warranty coverage or may create other potential hazardous consequences. Always turn off the power switch and disconnect the cord from the power supply when replacing fuses, connecting or disconnecting wiring, doing general maintenance or replacing the DC arc lamp. DO NOT OPERATE UNLESS THE UNIT IS PROPERLY GROUNDED! Use only the specified power cord in a well grounded socket.
furnished under this warranty are subject to the same terms and conditions of the original warranty. This warranty supersedes any other warranty and is subject to the following terms and conditions: WARRANTY Warranty of Meiji Techno products extends to the original purchaser of the product and is not transferable. WARRANTY DURATION Meiji Techno warrants this product against defects in material and/or workmanship for the life of the product from the date of original purchase to the original purchaser.
time. In some cases, requests for warranty service are received which are not justified. In these cases, Meiji Techno will provide an explanation for nonwarranty action. WARRANTY TERMS The terms of this warranty may not be varied by any person, whether or not purporting to represent or act on behalf of Meiji Techno. This warranty is provided is in lieu of any and all other warranties, expressed or implied, whether for merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose or otherwise.
1. 2. 3. 4. Power Switch Run Indicator Lamp Panel Mounted Elapsed Time Meter Reset Button The image above indicates the main components of the back panel. 5. Output Port (The Lamphouse harness plugs into this connector.) 6. IEC Standard inlet connector for standard IEC powercord sets. 7. DC Arc Lamp Access Panel Screws (2) 8. X-Y adjustment for integrated concave mirror 9. Concave Mirror Position Set Screw 10. Concave Mirror Adjustment Knob 11. X Position Knob for DC Arc Lamp Adjustment 12.
The system should be operated in a room with as little dust as practically possible. Keep the power supply and lamphouse away from solvents, chemical fumes and excessive humidity. Also try to avoid big swings in ambient temperature, direct sunlight and excessive vibration. The power supply needs adequate room around the housing to receive airflow. The power supply should have at least 10cm space away from the nearest wall or obstruction. Operating Ambient Conditions Temperature: 0 - 40°C (32 – 96.
2.3 Set Up • • • • As a first step, remove all components from the shipping container and remove the packing materials. Save the container and packing in a dry location. Remove the access plate on the lamp house by unscrewing the two knobs counter-clockwise until they stop and gently removing the access plate.
• • Mount the lamp house onto the microscope. The three screws that engage the dovetail fitting should be equally tight, the lamp house should be mounted perpendicular and the lamp house should not be able to turn in its mount when tightened properly. Connect the cable assembly from the lamp house to the power supply being mindful of the position and polarity of the connector. Match the pins from the cable to the panel connector.
2.4 Bulb Installation It is critical to properly install the bulb in the socket. Reversed polarity can dramatically shorten the life expectancy of the particular bulb to as little as one or two minutes followed by a very loud explosion. The writing on the base of the bulb goes down on Mercury lamps. When installing the bulb, the fat positive (+) end of the bulb goes into the clamp and is tightened with the allen wrench.
3. Slide desired lamp into the lamp holder. 4. Slide the bulb clamp onto the negative (-) end of the lamp. 5. Hold the bulb clamp and trigger lead. Using the supplied allen wrench, tighten the clamping screws snugly and evenly. Be careful not to place ANY stress on the lamp. 6. Tighten two set screws on (+) side of lamp. 7. Pick up side panel with mounted lamp. Note markings on side panel. Rotate panel until appropriate end has the text and indexer aligned correctly. 8. Insert panel in lamp house opening.
2.5 Bulb Alignment – TC Models After the bulb has burned in, the system is ready for arc lamp alignment. There are many methods to accomplish arc lamp alignment if one were to go look on the internet. The following is only one of many methods. 1) If the arc lamp is not already burning, turn on the power supply and let the arc lamp “settle” for at least 5 minutes. 2) On the stage of the TC, place a piece of plastic on the stage that fluoresces with any of the filter sets installed as shown below.
similar. 3) Open the filter slider on the illuminator so that the light travels through the system. Engage the field iris diaphragm all the way open. Engage the fluorescence filter slider to a position where the plastic specimen fluoresces. If the FOV is too bright to look at, use a different specimen that is less affected, what is important is the specimen is consistent or even across the FOV.
7) Check the effect achieved when the collector lens focus knob is adjusted and continue to make minor adjustments to the arc position and the mirror position until the light is as even and centered in the FOV as possible.
similar. 3) Open the filter slider on the illuminator so that the light travels through the system. Engage the field iris diaphragm all the way open. Engage the fluorescence filter selector wheel into a position where the plastic specimen fluoresces. If the FOV is too bright to look at, use a different specimen that is less affected, what is important is that the specimen is consistent or even across the FOV.
7) Check the effect achieved when the collector lens focus knob is adjusted and continue to make minor adjustments to the arc position and the mirror position until the light is as even in the FOV as possible.
Always disconnect the power cord from the back of the power supply when not being used, when cleaning your instrument or when making any repairs. Avoid Dismantling Never attempt to dismantle the power supply. This will void your warranty and could possibly lead to the product no longer performing accurately. 3.1 UV Light Safety Considerations Mercury arc lamps have intense UV light content in their output. The U.S.
UV light causes sunburn. Long term exposure can result in loss of skin elasticity initially and carcinoma eventually. Absorption of UV light by the eyes will cause inflammation of the cornea called photo keratisis. Continued exposure can lead to the formation of cataracts on the eye lens. Therefore, the following safety considerations should be taken very seriously: • • • • • • Limit access to areas where UV light is present. Post warning signs in the area where the equipment is installed.
• In warm humid climates, take special care to prevent your equipment from exposure to fungal growth. Dust Protection Be sure to use the supplied dust cover with your microscope after each work session. Cleaning Dust and fibers can cause “background fluorescence” during fluorescence microscopy so keeping your microscope clean can help the overall quality of your work. Cleaning of Painted Surfaces Use a soft brush or lint-free cotton cloth to removed dust and loose particles.
Meiji Techno products are manufactured in Japan under ISO9000 manufacturing standards. However, if you ever have any difficulty with any Meiji product, feel free to contact us at: Meiji Techno America 3010 Olcott St Santa Clara, CA 95054 800.832.0060 408.970.4799 FAX technicalsupport@meijitechno.com http://www.meijitechno.com Our technical staff is trained to assist you on mechanical or electrical issues you may have.
Refer to the companion manual of the Nobska Lamphouse for more on troubleshooting and replacement of the 100W Mercury Lamp. Replacing the mercury HBO lamp within the Nobska housing is not very complex but there is a followed procedure that will make the process easier and less dangerous. If the glass envelope of the mercury bulb happens to break open, you and the immediate environment could be exposed to mercury which is a known biohazard. Please refer to sections 2.4 through 2.
Input 90 – 132 VAC 50-60Hz Output Output Stability (Ripple) 20VDC @ 5A < 2.5% P-P Starting Voltage Peak Operating Temperature 2.
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