a can of compressed air. if necessary, the tube, arm, stage and base can also be wiped with a damp or dry lint-free cloth. clean lenses thoroughly, using lens cleaning solution and lens cleaning papers. lens cleaning papers and solution can be found at camera supply stores.
turn the lenses so that they are facing the stage, or the tray where slides are placed to view items through the lenses.
cover the microscope with a plastic microscope cover. if the cover has zippers or buttons to seal it shut, make sure these are buttoned or zipped correctly.
store the microscope on a flat table or surface where it will not be jostled or 