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2.2 LASER SAFETY
DANGER
Do not
look directly into the beam or at specular reflections. Never direct
or point the beam at anyone’s eyes.
WARNING
Do not use this device if you suspect it is functioning improperly or other
than described herein.
WARNING
No modification of this equipment is allowed.
CAUTION
All persons present in the operatory must wear protective laser
eyewear for the laser wavelength of 940nm.
CAUTION
Do not aim the laser at metallic or reflective surfaces. such as surgical
instruments or dental mirrors. Laser beam reflections from these
surfaces create a potential hazard.
CAUTION
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than
those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
CAUTION
Instrument should be installed and operated according to CAN/CSA-
Z386-08: Laser safety in health care facilities.
2.3 ELECTRICAL SAFETY
CAUTION
Do not
look directly into the beam or at specular reflections. Never direct
or point the beam at anyone’s eyes.
CAUTION
Plug the power supply into a grounded receptacle only. Connection to
an ungrounded receptable may create hazardous conditions.
2.4 FIRE SAFETY
DANGER
Do not operate this device in the presence of explosive or flammable
materials. Flammable anesthetics or oxidizing gases such as nitrous
oxide (N
2
O) and oxygen (O
2
) should be avoided. Solvents of adhesives
and flammable solutions used for cleaning and disinfecting should be
allowed to evaporate before laser is used. Attention should also be
drawn to the danger of ignition of endogenous gases.
2.5 CLEANING AND STERILIZATION
WARNING
The single-use tips are supplied non-sterile and must be sterilized
before use. The iLase Cover is another component that requires
sterilization. Refer to Chapter 6 “Cleaning and Sterilization” for
instructions on sterilizing tips and the iLase cover.
