Polilight Flare Plus 2 manual –
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INTRODUCTION
The Polilight Flare PLUS 2 ( Flare+2 ) is a battery driven, multiple array “state of the art” Light Emitting
Diode (LED) forensic light-source with a variety of filtered light outputs (patent pending). It has been
specifically designed to assist the forensic scientist to efficiently carry out an examination at the scene-
of-crime.
The Flare+2 produces powerful narrow bands of light at centre wavelengths of 365, 415, 450, 505, 530,
545, 620 nm and 850nm in addition to white light. The 415,450, 505, 530 and 545nm, units are fitted
with very deep rejection short-pass filters which give 10
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rejection of stray light outside the band. This
is particularly important for visualizing weak fluorescent evidence. The intensity and beam profile of the
output can be varied to suit the application. The beam profile (normally a 5 degree divergent beam) is
varied using a set of diffusion filters giving an extra divergence of 5, 20 and 50 beam cone or a line of
light using the 60 x 1 degree filters.
Each output head has its own battery supply with inbuilt battery charge status indicator. The battery is
charged in one of four charger cradles fitter in the carrying case using either the mains supply power
unit or from the vehicle battery using the cable provided.
The Flare+2 is waterproof and can be used down to depths of more than 100 meters (300ft) of water.
However the optics of the UV head are NOT waterproof but are water resistant. The unit is controlled
using a Reed switch system incorporated in the collar at the base of the head.
SKIN PROTECTION
The Polilight Flare+2 is a high intensity light source, which if used inappropriately, may be a hazard to
the eyes and skin.
Take care to avoid direct exposure to the beam from t2. Appropriate clothing such as gloves
and long sleeved shirts should be worn at all times when working with or near the unit . The maximum
intermittent direct beam skin exposure must not exceed 20 minutes per day, while the maximum
continuous direct skin exposure must be less than 10 minutes per day. In normal use during an 8 hour
working day the light source is not hazardous since the light is directed away from the user.
EYE PROTECTION
Four pairs of safety goggles, each a different colour, are supplied with the Flare+2. The appropriate goggles
are to be worn by the operator and all people within 15 metres of a working Polilight Flare+2 unit.
Figure 1 shows an example of the goggles.
Figure 1. Goggles
INTRODUCTION AND SAFETY STANDARDS
