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To operate the M100LFG-TT/150 in a safe manner:
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Permit only authorized personnel to operate the laser.
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Ensure that all personnel wear adequate eye protection during laser maintenance.
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Install appropriate signs and labels at site of laser operations.
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Use a continuing laser safety educational program for personnel operating the system
or others in the vicinity of the laser.
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Enclose the entire laser beam path when possible.
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Do not to operate without protective covers.
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Do not work with unenclosed laser beams at nominal mode.
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Do not exceed limit laser parameters specified in manual.
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Use beam shutters and laser output filters or beam traverse and elevation stops to
restrict beam interception on outdoor devices.
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Use dark, absorbing, diffuse fire-resistant targets and backstops where feasible. Avoid
exposure to scattered laser light reflected from optic elements, beam splitters,
entrance windows, beam analyzers, etc.
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Do not operate without grounding.
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Do not to introduce any changes into electric line or power supply.
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In the event of medical emergency, contact a doctor immediately.
REFERENCES:
1 American National Standard for Safe Use of Lasers (ANSI Z136.1-1993)
2 Laser Safety Guide, LIA, 1993
3 LIA Guide to Non-beam Hazards Associated with Laser Use, LIA, 1999
4 Guide for the Selection of Laser Eye Protection, LIA, 1996
5 OSHA Instruction Pub 8-1.7
6 IES 825, Radiation Safety of laser products, Equipment Classification,
Requirements and User’s Guide; Laser Safety Guide, Laser Institutes of America.
2.2 Hazards associated with wire cutting equipment
There are several potentially hazardous areas associated with cutting and stripping
equipment. These include exposed electrical current parts, the cutting and stripping blades area,
any moving parts of the machine such as wire feeding mechanisms, pulling rollers, swivel guide
and cutting head, and compressed air connections and nozzles.
It is dangerous to touch current-carrying parts. For service and maintenance purposes,
housings and covers may be removed only when the machine is stopped and main power is
switched off.
There is potential danger of being cut in the area around the blades. Always turn off the
machine before working on the cutting head or blades.
There is potential danger of being pinched in the area around the moving parts of the
machine. Always turn off the machine before working on the moving parts.
Only properly trained personnel familiar with all safety procedures are permitted to
operate the M100LFG-TT/150. Maintain and service the system.
Prevent unauthorized use of the system. It could be dangerous if improperly operated by
untrained personnel.