User Manual CLASSIC 514
August 2023
File: User Manual_CLASSIC 514_rev5.docx
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Safety information
4.1 General
The CLASSIC 514 laser is a precision instrument for medical applications. The system
has been carefully developed and tested through intensive testing before shipping. In
order to offer you and the operating personnel all possible protection, we recommend
that you read this section of the operating instructions carefully.
The CLASSIC 514 laser falls under laser class 4 according to EN 60601-2-22, EN
60825-1 respectively.
Class 4 in the standard describes high-energy lasers and therefore special measures
have to be considered befor use in order to ensure safe and trouble-free working with
the device. It is particularly important to protect the eyes and skin of the operator, the
patient and third parties. Laser safety glasses must be used for eye protection.
The following explanations are not exhaustive. All users of laser devices should enclose
applicable legal regulations and provisions with the device and inform the staff
accordingly.
If the device is operated outside Germany, provisions of the American National Standard
Office ANSI Z136.3-2018 "American National Standard for the Safe Use of Lasers in
Health Care Facilities" and ANSI Z136.1-2014 "American National Standard for the Use
of Lasers” must be respected.
This manual is limited to the operation, maintenance and control of the device. The
manual is not a guide for the treatment of diseases that can be treated with the laser.
With regard to the devices supplied, such as slit lamps or instrument tables, the safety,
operating and maintenance instructions in the corresponding manuals must be
observed. With regard to the instrument table, reference is only made here to the danger
from improper use as a seat or storage area. When operating the height adjustment,
make sure that no one can be harmed.
A.R.C. Laser GmbH cannot be held responsible for damage or damage resulting from
improper use.
The warranty for the device expires if the laser has been opened (even partially),
modified or repaired by unqualified personnel.
