Alma Lasers Accent xl, Operator'S Manual

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Safety
2.2.7. RF Emission Indicators
The red light indicator on the control panel and the blue LED indicator on the
handpieces are illuminated both prior to and during radiofrequency emission:
•
In
Ready
mode, the indicators blink to indicate that radiofrequency
emission will occur when the handpiece trigger or the footswitch is pressed.
•
During radiofrequency emission, the indicators are illuminated
continuously.
2.2.8. Radiofrequency Emission
The system enables radiofrequency emission only when the following conditions
are met:
1. The system is in Ready mode.
2. The handpiece trigger or the footswitch is pressed.
The system does not allow radiofrequency emission in any other condition.
2.2.9. Output Power Control
The system controls output power using
PWM
(
P
ulse
W
idth
M
odulation). The
maximum power never exceeds the preinstalled radiofrequency power limits.
2.2.10. Grounding the System
The system is grounded through the grounding conductor in the power cable and
internal grounding pin.
2.2.11. Fuse Protection
The system is protected by two slow blow type fuses. The fuses are located in the
fuse housing on the rear panel.
For detailed instructions on fuse replacement, refer to Chapter 8.
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