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COLORstrip™ Mini FX User Manual
Safety Notes
The Safety Notes include important laser system safety information. Read and
understand all instructions before powering on the laser for the first time. Knowing these
safety instructions is crucial to avoiding laser eye injury and breaking the law. Keep this
user manual in a safe place for future reference.
STOP AND READ ALL LASER SAFETY DATA
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Lasers can be hazardous and have unique safety considerations. Permanent
eye injury and blindness is possible if lasers are used incorrectly. Pay close
attention to each safety REMARK and WARNING statement in this user manual.
Read all instructions carefully BEFORE operating this device.
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Always connect the product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution.
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Always disconnect the product from the power source before cleaning.
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Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while the product is on.
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Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged.
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Never disconnect the product from power by pulling or tugging on the cord.
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If mounting the product overhead, always secure to a fastening device using a safety
cable.
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Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the product when operating.
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Do not touch the product’s housing when operating because it may be very hot.
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Do not remove the bracket at any time. This product is intended to be used with its
bracket.
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This product is not intended for permanent installation.
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Always make sure that the voltage of the outlet to which you are connecting the
product is within the range stated on the decal or rear panel of the product.
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The product is for indoor use only! (IP20) To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not
expose the product to rain or moisture.
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Always install the product in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 20 in
(50 cm) from adjacent surfaces.
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Be sure that no ventilation slots on the product’s housing are blocked.
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Never connect the product to a dimmer.
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Always use the mounting bracket to carry the product.
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Do not switch the product on/off in short intervals. This will reduce the laser diode life.
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Do not shake this product. Avoid brute force when mounting or operating this product.
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ALWAYS use a safety cable when mounting the product overhead.
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The maximum ambient temperature (Ta) is 104 °F (40 °C). Do not operate the
product at higher temperatures.
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In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using the product immediately.
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Never try to repair the product. Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to
damage or malfunction. Contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center.
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Avoid direct eye contact with laser light. Never intentionally expose your eyes or
others to direct laser light.
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This laser product can potentially cause instant eye injury or blindness if laser light
directly strikes the eyes.
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It is illegal and dangerous to shine this laser into audience areas, where the audience
or other personnel could get direct laser beams or bright reflections into their eyes.
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It is a U.S. federal offense to shine any laser at aircraft.
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Use of controls, adjustments, or procedures other than those specified in this user
manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
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Do not attempt any repairs. Repairs and servicing must be carried out by a certified
technician.
Unauthorized modifications are forbidden for safety reasons!
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Keep this user manual for future consultation. If transferring ownership of the product
to another user, be sure this document is kept with the laser.
