Biolase Waterlase iPlus, User Manual

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Safety with the Waterlase iPlus
Waterlase iPlus User Manual
PRECAUTIONS
Failure to comply with these precautions and warnings may lead to exposure to dangerous voltage levels
or optical radiation sources. Please comply with all safety instructions and warnings.
DANGER:
Do not use this laser system in any manner other than
described in this user manual. Do not use the laser system if it is
suspected as functioning improperly.
CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of
procedures other than those speci�ed in this user manual may
result in hazardous radiation exposure.
CAUTION: This laser system has been designed and tested to
meet or exceed the requirements of severe electromagnetic,
electrostatic and radio frequency interference testing. However, the
possibility of electromagnetic or other interference may still exist.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Follow these safety instructions before and during treatments:
1. Remove or cover all highly reflective items in the treatment area, if possible.
2. Do not operate in the presence of explosive or flammable materials.
3. All persons present in the operatory must wear protective eyewear suitable for blocking the
2780nm wavelength, OD 4 (DI LB4) or greater. Refer to the OD specification imprinted on the
glasses.
4. Do not look directly into the beam or at specular reflections.
5. Direct the cutting spray toward targeted tissues only.
CAUTION: Periodically inspect eyewear for pitting and cracking.
For replacement or additional protective eyewear, please
contact BIOLASE Customer Service or the authorized BIOLASE
representative.
6. Press the Standby button on the control panel before changing the water in the reservoir and
before turning off the laser system.
DANGER:
Invisible and/or visible laser radiation when the laser is
fired. Avoid eye or skin exposure to direct or scattered radiation.
Class IV.