Synrad FH FLYER, Operator'S Manual

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SYNRAD FH Series Flyer Operator’s Manual Version 3.4
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Laser Safety
Disposal
This product contains components that are considered hazardous industrial waste. If a sit-
uation occurs where the laser is rendered non-functional and cannot be repaired, it may be re-
turned to SYNRAD
®
who, for a fee, will ensure adequate disassembly, recycling and/or dispos-
al of the product.
Other hazards
The following hazards are typical for this product family when incorporated for intended use:
(A) risk of injury when lifting or moving the unit; (B) risk of exposure to hazardous laser energy
through unauthorized removal of access panels, doors, or protective barriers; (C) risk of expo-
sure to hazardous laser energy and injury due to failure of personnel to use proper eye pro-
tection and/or failure to adhere to applicable laser safety procedures; (D) risk of exposure to
hazardous or lethal voltages through unauthorized removal of covers, doors, or access panels;
(E) generation of hazardous air contaminants that may be noxious, toxic, or even fatal.
Additional laser safety information
The SYNRAD web site
https://www.synrad.com/resources/general_information/lasersafetyre-
sources contains an online laser safety handbook that provides information on (1) Laser Safety
Standards for OEM’s/System Integrators, (2) Laser Safety Standards for End Users, (3) Referenc-
es and Sources, and (4) Assistance with Requirements.
In addition, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) provides an online
Technical Manual located at http://www.osha.gov/dts/osta/otm/otm_iii/otm_iii_6.html Sec-
tion III, Chapter 6 and Appendix III are good resources for laser safety information.
Another excellent laser safety resource is the Laser Institute of America (LIA). Their compre-
hensive web site is located at http://www.lia.org .