Cirrus™ User Manual
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2010-08-09
NON-INTERLOCKED HOUSING WARNING
This unit contains high power laser devices internally. Do not open the laser housing, due to potential exposure to unsafe
levels of laser radiation. The laser power levels accessible, if the unit is opened, can cause instant blindness, skin burns
and fires.
LASER SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Laser Light is different from any other light sources with which you may be familiar. The light from this product can
potentially cause eye injury if not set up and used properly. Laser light is thousands of times more concentrated than light
from any other kind of light source. This concentration of light can cause instant eye injuries, primarily by burning the
retina (the light sensitive portion at the back of the eye). Even if you cannot feel “heat” from a laser beam, it can still
potentially injure or blind you or your audience. Even very small amounts of laser light are potentially hazardous even at
long distances. Laser eye injuries can happen quicker than you can blink.
It is incorrect to think that because this laser entertainment product changes the laser into a refracted diffuse beam, that
an individual laser beam is safe for eye exposure. This laser product uses dozens of milliwatts of laser power (Class 3B
levels internally) before it changes the laser into a refracted diffuse beam (Class 3R levels). All areas of output are
potentially hazardous to the eyes.
It is also incorrect to assume that because the laser light is moving, it is safe. This is not true. Nor, does the laser always
move. Since eye injuries can occur instantly, it is critical to prevent the possibility of any direct eye exposure. In the laser
safety regulation, it is not legal to aim Class 3R lasers in areas which people can get exposed. This is true even if it is
aimed below people’s faces, such as on a dance floor.
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Do not operate the laser without first reading and understanding all safety and technical data in this
manual.
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Always set up and install all laser effects so that all laser light is at least 3 meters (9.8 feet) above the floor on
which people can stand. See “Proper Usage” section later in this manual.
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After set up, and prior to public use, test laser to ensure proper function. Do not use if any defect is detected.
Do not use if laser emits only partial output or a concentrated output (single beam), as this could indicate
damage to the optics, and could allow emission of higher laser levels above Class 3R.
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Do not point lasers at people or animals.
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Never look into the laser aperture or laser beams.
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Do not point lasers in areas in which people can potentially get exposed, such as uncontrolled balconies, etc.
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Do not point lasers at highly reflective surfaces, such as windows, mirrors and shiny metal. Even laser
reflections can be hazardous.
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Never point a laser at aircraft; this is a federal offense.
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Never point un-terminated laser beams into the sky.
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Do not expose the output optic (aperture) to cleaning chemicals.
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Do not use laser if the laser appears to be emitting only one or beams.
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Do not use the laser if the housing is damaged, open, or if the optics appear damaged in any way.
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Never open the laser housing. The high laser power levels inside of the protective housing can start fires,
burn skin and will cause instant eye injury.
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Never leave this device running unattended.
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The operation of a class 3R laser show is only allowed if the show is controlled by a skilled and well-trained
operator, familiar with the data included in this manual.
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The legal requirements for using laser entertainment products vary from country to country. The user is
responsible for the legal requirements at the location/country of use.
Always use appropriate lighting safety cables when hanging lights and effects overhead.
STOP AND READ ALL LASER SAFETY DATA
