Vitrolux H
V2
Safety
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When plugs are disconnected, keep them dry.
Always keep the doors closed (protect from damp and dirt).
Check the laser system’s electrical equipment regularly. Tighten loose connections and
replace damaged or scorched cable.
1.3.11 Other points of danger
There are other points of danger on or around the laser system which are not immediately
obvious. Safety information on these areas is provided below.
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High performance laser diodes (HP laser diodes)
The control unit is equipped with HP laser diodes. They serve to excite the laser in the laser
head. The beam emitted from the HP laser diodes has a wavelength of 800 to 850 nm and is
not normally accessible to the user.
Warning
Damaged or loose cable between the laser head and laser power supply unit can
cause laser beams to escape from the HP laser diodes. Risk of accident.
If the connection between the laser head and laser power supply unit is damaged (e.g. the
optical waveguides in the spiral protection hose are broken), the laser system must be shut
down immediately and a specialist contacted.
UV radiation
When processing material using a laser, UV radiation may occur which could damage the
eyes and skin.
Warning
Never operate the laser with the protective equipment open door. Risk of
accident.
Warning
Protective laser goggles do not protect against UV radiation.
Risk of accident.
If operation with open protective equipment is necessary for maintenance, set-up or repair
work, the user and others in the laser area must wear special protection goggles.
Pilot-laser
The pilot laser complies to Laser Class 2 requirements and protects the eyes through the
natural eyelid reflex (visible light).
Warning
Never look directly into the pilot laser beam using optical instruments.
Risk of accident.
The pilot laser represents no risk to the skin.
