Zeiss VISULAS YAG III, User Manual

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General warning and safety instructions
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Dangers caused by direct irradiation and reflection
WARNING - RISK OF LASER RADIATION
The instrument and its applicators emit visible laser radiation which is
dangerous to the human eye and skin.
The LIO Trion/532s indirect ophthalmoscope may only be used as an
applicator in combination with the Carl Zeiss Meditec VISULAS 532s laser
console.
The VISULINK 532/U may only be used as an applicator in combination with
the Carl Zeiss Meditec VISULAS 532s laser console.
Strictly avoid irradiation of the eye or skin by direct or scattered radiation.
Metallic and similar surfaces reflect laser beams!
All persons present in the laser hazard area must therefore wear laser safety
goggles as a precaution against unintentional direct or reflected laser
radiation.
Remove or cover any shiny, reflecting objects within the laser hazard area.
Also cover windows and reflecting walls with non-combustible cloths.
Take safety precautions if there is a risk of noxious gases, dust and vapours,
secondary radiation or explosive gas mixtures from materials exposed to
laser radiation within the laser hazard area.
Only use medical instruments in the laser beam path which are shaped or
surface-finished to prevent hazardous reflection.