Continuum Surelite EX 10, Operation And Maintenance Manual

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Preface
The internationally recognized warning symbols shown here are used throughout the
manual to alert the user of potential hazards when operating this laser.
The radiation symbol is to alert the user to the danger of laser
radiation when performing certain operations and when the
danger of exposure is the greatest. It is also used when the
optical hazards are present.
The lightning or thunderbolt indicates the presence of high
voltage which may pose a danger to the user or the
equipment.
The exclamation point symbol is to draw attention to other
potential hazards not included under the optical or electrical
categories. The user should be aware of special care that
needs to be taken when performing potentially hazardous
procedures.
The Safety section is placed as the first chapter of the manual
to emphasize its importance and the need for everyone to
read it before working with the laser.
The installation section includes a copy of the installation instructions for future
reference. The site requirements are listed, as is the initial installation process, step by
step.
The Operation section begins with the daily startup and shutdown procedures. The
single shot operation is discussed here, also. The LED status information and error
messages are explained. Optimization procedures for the harmonics are found on page
31 and a detailed description of the installation and removal of the harmonics is given
starting on page 36.
In the Subassembly section, the laser bench features are discussed. Optics, electronics
and mechanics located on the bench are described first, followed by detailed descriptions
of the Power Cooling Unit (PCU).
Instructions for careful cleaning of optics, replacing flashlamps and replacing of cooling
group filters are given in the Maintenance section.
The Troubleshooting chapter presents common problems that are encountered and ways
to solve them in both the electronic and optical areas. It is here that the more
complicated procedures such as eliminating free-running are discussed.
Section 8: Warranty details the Continuum warranty and gives Service telephone and
FAX numbers for further help. The Operator Notes gives the user a convenient place to
keep maintenance records and other information.