Compaq 3000 manual Laser Devices, Laser Safety Warnings, Compliance with Cdrh Regulations

B-6Regulatory Compliance Notices

Laser Devices

The CD-ROM drive contains a laser device. All Compaq systems equipped with a laser device comply with safety standards, including International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 825. With specific regard to the laser, the equipment complies with laser product performance standards set by government agencies as a Class 1 laser product. The product does not emit hazardous light; the beam is totally enclosed during all modes of customer operation and maintenance.

Laser Safety Warnings

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, bodily injury, and damage to the equipment, observe the following precautions:

■Do not operate controls, make adjustments, or perform procedures to a laser device other than those specified herein or in the CD- ROM drive installation guide.

■Allow only Compaq Authorized Service Technicians to repair the laser equipment.

Compliance with CDRH Regulations

The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration implemented regulations for laser products on August 2, 1976. These regulations apply to laser products manufactured from August 1,

1976. Compliance is mandatory for products marketed in the United States.

Compliance with International Regulations

All Compaq systems equipped with CD-ROM drives comply with appropriate safety standards including IEC 825.