Lumenis
®
Pulse
TM
50H / 100H Laser Systems
Additional Ocular Protection
UM-20006520DE, Rev. A
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Laser safety eyewear must meet the requirements as per EN207 and
ANSI Z136.1.
In addition to providing the required laser safety eyewear, take the
following steps to secure the treatment room, or the controlled area:
1.
To alert personnel before they enter the controlled area, place a
warning sign on the outside of the treatment room door when the laser
is in use.
2.
Close the treatment room door during operation of the laser.
3.
External door interlocks that automatically disable the laser when the
treatment room door is opened may be installed.
4.
Depending on the procedure, the physician must protect the patient’s
eyes with either laser safety eyewear or one of the following items
moistened with a nonflammable solution: thick cloth, eye pads, or
gauze 4 x 4s. For periorbital treatment, the physician must protect the
patient with dulled, metal eye shields.
Additional Ocular Protection
WARNING:
• Always verify that the optical fiber is properly connected to the laser
system. An improper connection may result in an inadvertent
secondary laser beam. Severe eye or tissue damage could occur.
• Never substitute prescription eyewear for the appropriate laser safety
eyewear, as severe eye damage could occur. Prescription eyewear can
concentrate the laser light to the eye and/or can be shattered by a high
power density beam, possibly causing severe eye damage.
• Use caution when performing procedures around the eyes. Severe and
irreversible eye damage and scarring may occur from direct or indirect
exposure to the treatment beam. The predominant ocular structures at
risk are dependent on the laser wavelength in use. In general, visible
and near-infrared wavelengths are most damaging to the retina, while
ultraviolet or infrared wavelengths are most damaging to the cornea
and sclera. Severity of injury depends on how concentrated or diffused
the treatment beam is and the length of exposure. A thorough
understanding of the specific ocular risks and safety precautions for
each laser wavelength is necessary to ensure the safety of the patient
and operating personnel.
• Never look directly into any optical fiber, handpiece, probe or laser
system aperture while the laser system is energized. Severe eye
damage could occur. Turn off the laser system before inspecting any
optical fiber or laser components.
