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Copyright 2019 Sound Technologies
5810 Van Allen Way, Carlsbad CA 92008
800.268.5354 | soundvet.com
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Turn the device off before relocating equipment in the same vicinity.
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Never press the hand-switch without first verifying the safe orientation and proper positioning
of the hand piece and distal end of the optical fiber and ensuring compliance to all safety
precautions.
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During any laser procedure, do not allow any nonessential personnel into the treatment area.
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WARNINGS
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This laser device is sold solely for VETERINARY purposes only! More specifically for
equine species! Under NO circumstances should this laser system be used as a medical device
for Human use or companion and other animals!
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This laser device produces 1064 nanometer near infrared laser energy that is invisible and can
be an extreme hazard to the eyes of any living being. Irreparable corneal and/or retinal
damage may occur if a person exposes one or both eyes to direct or indirect (reflected) laser
energy.
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IMPROPER USE OF SYSTEM CONTROLS or performance of procedures other than those
specified in this manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
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FAILURE TO COMPLY with all safety instructions and warnings may expose all participants
to harmful levels of laser radiation and/or dangerous levels of electrical current.
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NEVER direct the laser beam at anything other than the area to be treated.
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NEVER allow the eyes of any living being to look directly into the distal end of the optical
fiber connected to an active laser device - WITH or WITHOUT wearing appropriate laser-
emission protective eyewear.
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DO NOT allow any reflective object to fall into or obstruct the path of the laser energy
produced by this device. Scattered or reflected laser energy can cause serious damage to eyes
and skin. The operator, all assistants, and the patient must remove all reflective objects (such
as rings, metal watchbands, and jewelry) prior to treatment with this device.
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NEVER open or operate the system if damaged or not operating properly.
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THERE ARE NO USER-SERVICEABLE COMPONENTS inside this laser device.
Therefore, do not attempt to gain access to any internal device component. Doing so may
cause serious and/or irreversible injury and void the warranty. For service, contact Sound
Technologies, Inc. at 800-268-5354 Option 3.
