Product Manual

4 Safety
Precautions to follow when using any laser.
• Don’t stare into the laser beam or view it directly with optical instruments.
• Don’t disassemble the laser or attempt to service it.
• Don’t use the laser until you have read the instruction manual and you are
familiar with operating the instrument.
US OSHA requirements for operating visible lasers.
• Only qualified, trained employees may operate the laser.
• Laser operators must carry proof of qualification.
• The work area where the laser is in operation must be posted with a laser
warning placard.
• The laser should be set up above or below eye level and never intention-
ally aimed at anyone.
• Turn the laser off when it is not being used, such as during lunch hour or
during breaks.
Note: The Alpha C is a CDRH class II laser and an IEC 60825 class 2 laser. It
conforms to applicable EC directives regarding RFI and EMI, and to FDA per-
formance standards 21 CFR subchapter J.
Warning Placard
Safety Labels