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Synrad
Firestar OEM v30
reference guide
Hazard information
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Firestar
®
v30 lasers should be installed and operated in manufacturing or laboratory facilities by trained personnel only. Due
to the considerable risks and hazards associated with the installation and operational use of any equipment incorporating a
laser, the operator must follow product warning labels and instructions to the user regarding laser safety.
To prevent exposure to direct or scattered laser radiation, follow all safety precautions specified throughout this manual and
exercise safe operating practices per ANSI Z136.1-2007 at all times when actively lasing.
Always wear safety glasses or protective goggles with side shields to reduce the risk of damage to the eyes when operating the
laser.
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laser is an intense heat source and will ignite most non-metallic materials under the proper conditions. Never oper-
ate the laser in the presence of flammable or explosive materials, gases, liquids, or vapors.
The use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in exposure to
hazardous
invisible laser radiation, damage to, or malfunction of the laser. Severe burns will result from exposure to the laser
beam.
Safe operation of the laser requires the use of an external beam block to safely block the beam from traveling beyond the
desired work area. Do not place your body or any combustible object in the path of the laser beam. Use a water-cooled beam
dump or power meter, or similar non-scattering, noncombustible material as the beam block. Never use organic material or
metals as the beam blocker; organic materials, in general, are apt to combust or melt and metals act as specular reflectors
which may create a serious hazard outside the immediate work area.
Other hazards
The following hazards would be 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 exposure to hazardous laser energy and injury due to failure of personnel to use
proper eye protection and/or failure to adhere to applicable laser safety procedures; (D) risk of exposure to hazardous or le-
thal voltages through unauthorized removal of covers, doors, or access panels; (E) generation of hazardous air contaminants
that may be noxious, toxic, or even fatal.
Disposal
This product contains components that are considered hazardous industrial waste. If a situation occurs where the laser is
rendered non-functional and cannot be repaired, it may be returned to SYNRAD, Inc. who, for a fee, will ensure adequate
disassembly, recycling, and/or disposal of the product.
Additional laser safety information
The SYNRAD web site (http://www.synrad.com/LaserFacts/lasersafety.html) contains an online laser safety handbook that
provides information on (1) Laser Safety Standards for OEM’s/System Integrators including product classification, prod-
uct housing, product features, and other CDRH requirements; (2) Laser Safety Standards for End Users including Class 1
installations, Class 4 installations, laser hazards, ANSI Standard, U.S. State requirements, and OSHA; (3) References and
Sources including CDRH, ANSI/OSHA; 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). Section 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 comprehensive web site is located at
http://www.laserinstitute.org.
