Laser Safety Warnings
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Do not stare into the beam.
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Do not view directly with optical instruments (magnifiers).
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Do not place optical components (mirrors) into the beam.
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Design test fixtures in such a way that unintentional viewing of the beam is
prevented.
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Switch off the laser when not in use.
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Avoid the use of highly reflective materials. If you cannot, try to angle the
part so unintentional viewing of the reflection is prevented.
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Terminate (block) unused beams.
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Keep the laser plane horizontal or pointing downwards.
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Report any issues that may have an impact on laser safety to your
supervisor or Laser Safety Officer.
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There is no scheduled maintenance necessary to keep the product in
compliance.
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Under no circumstances should you operate the sensor if it is defective or
the seal damaged. Cognex Corporation cannot be held responsible for any
harm caused by operating a faulty unit.
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Under no circumstances should you modify in any way the sensor or its
housing.
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Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than
those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
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When moving the unit from a very hot environment to a cold environment
please allow the unit to equalize in a room temperature environment for 2
hours between temperature extremes.
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