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OFT-850 INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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6 Safety information
OFT-850 Light source complies with the following safety classifications:
IEC825-1 and 21CFR1040: Class1
This applies to laser and LED options up to 1 mW, above 700 nm. Devices in this
category are classified as safe for use by technicians under normal viewing, provided
that magnifying devices are not used.
It is the responsibility of the user to acquire adequate training and
familiarity with relevant safety issues and work practices before using this
equipment.
WARNING!
The OFT-850 Power meter emits no optical power itself and does not create any
hazards to the user.
To ensure a high level of operator safety during installation, commissioning and
operating the equipment, as well as ensuring that the equipment remains
undamaged, it is necessary to consider the following general warnings and
recommendations.
• Never use magnifying devices to inspect optical fiber ends unless you are certain
that no optical power is being emitted.
• Only use magnifying devices with a built-in infra-red filter to ensure safety.
• During operation, testing or maintenance of a fiber optic system, never look into
an active fiber optic cable. Infrared radiation may be present and this can result in
permanent eye damage.
• Avoid direct exposure to the beam.
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Do not activate the laser when there is no fiber attached to the optical output
connector.
• Optical connectors must be clean, in case the connectors are not perfectly clean –
please clean them according to the procedure described in the technical
specification for the relevant connectors.
• Use only the equivalent connector types to those built into the instrument in
order to avoid damage to the instrument components.
• Under no circumstances should you look into the end of an optical cable attached
to the optical output when the device is operational. The laser radiation can
seriously damage your eyesight.
• Installation, commissioning, operation and service of equipment with high power
level are only allowed to be carried out by an authorised person.