ProLaser III Operator's Manual
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While the ProLaser III is certified as a Class I laser
device and is inherently eyesafe, certain reasonable
precautions should be taken in its operation. As in the
case of a movie projector, a person should not stare
directly into the beam for extended periods of time. Since
the beam is so narrow, normal random eye movements
will generally prevent this from occurring. A person
should also not stare directly into the beam within 50 feet
of the instrument using binoculars, telescope, or other
optical gain devices for any extended period of time.
Prescription eyeglasses, bifocals, and so on are not
considered optical gain devices, because they serve only to
correct the focus of the eye to normal human vision. In all
respects of normal operation, excluding intentional abuse,
the ProLaser III is completely safe for human exposure.
Persons interested in receiving further information
regarding laser safety regulations are encouraged to
contact one of the following organizations for assistance:
Laser Institute of America
12424 Research Parkway
Suite 130
Orlando, FL 32826
US Department of Health and Human Sciences
Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Food and Drug Administration
Rockville, MD 20852
American Conference of Governmental Industrial
Hygienists
P.O. Box 1937
Cincinnati, OH 45201
