Start-UpAxiostar plus Attaching epi-fluorescence illuminator Carl ZeissB 40-815 e 12/01 2-31We recommend the following procedure if youneed to install filters without direction markings(arrow):Filters with reflective, dielectric layers should beinstalled so that the reflective layer– Points out for an excitation filter (in relationto the reflector module)and– Points in for an emission filter (Fig. 2-28).2.11.7 Changing color splitter in P&Creflector moduleExtreme care is required when attaching thefilter and color splitter to avoid damage to theoptical elements and to keep them clean.We recommend ordering completely equippedP&C reflector modules since changing the colorsplitter has higher requirements.To replace a color splitter:• Remove P&C reflector module fromreflector revolver.• Loosen both slotted screws(2-29/1) with a screwdriver.• Hold together both halves of the reflectormodule, turn against the installationposition and set aside.1 Locking filter (emission filter)2 Reflective layer on emission filter3 Color splitter4 Reflective layer on the color splitter5 Excitation filter6 Reflective layer on the excitation filter7 Illumination/Imaging beam pathFig. 2-28 Inserting filter and color splitter1 Slotted screws2 Module half: emission3 Module half: excitationFig. 2-29 Changing color splitterArtisan Scientific - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisan-scientific.com
