Perkin-Elmer RamanStation 400 Series, Getting Started Manual

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18 . RamanStation 400 Series Getting Started Guide
Laser Safety
The RamanStation 400 Series complies with the requirements of IEC 60825-1:2007 and
21CFR 1040.10 FDA performance standards for laser products, except for deviations
pursuant to Laser Notice No. 50, dated 26 July 2001.
WARNING
Use of controls or adjustments or the performance of any procedures
other than those specified in this document may result in exposure to
hazardous laser radiation.
The RamanStation 400 is classified as Class 1. The laser shutter is automatically closed if the
sample compartment cover is opened. The RamanStation 400F is Class 3B because when the
fiber optic probe (FOP) is attached it provides a focused beam of laser radiation at 785 nm
which is classified as a Class 3B laser source.
During normal operation laser radiation is accessible from the end of the probe. The output
energy should be enclosed whenever possible (using an enclosure or a beam attenuator) to
avoid unnecessary exposure to laser radiation.
NOTE: If the supplied fiber port cover assembly (L1320263) is attached so that it encloses
the fiber probe couplers on the rear panel, the instrument may be regarded as a
Class 1 laser product. For more information see
Attaching the Fiber Port Cover
Assembly
on page 46.
WARNING
Avoid direct exposure to the laser beam. Do not look at the laser light or
scattered laser light.
Class 3B Safety Precautions
When using the fiber optic probe you should follow Class 3B laser safety precautions such as
wearing laser safety goggles and using door interlocks. For information on these precautions
please refer to an appropriately trained laser safety officer within your own facility. Laser
safety is very important. Inappropriate use of laser-emitting devices may result in permanent
injury. In the United States the precautions are described in the ANSI Z136.1-2000 Standard.
For information on the ANSI Z136 standard please consult your laser safety officer and/or
consultOutside the United States the guidelines are described in PD IEC TR 60825-14 (Safety of
laser products ̵ Part 14: A user’s guide). You should also be familiar with the guidelines
published by the national authorities in your country.
NOTE: In certain circumstances when the probe is permanently fixed in a closed
environment, for example inside a sealed reaction vessel, the device can be defined
as Class 1. Please refer to an appropriately trained laser safety officer within
your own facility.