Laser Safety
All Compaq systems equipped with laser products comply with appropriate safety standards, including IEC 825. With specific regard to the laser, the equipment complies with laser product performance standards set by government agencies for Class 1 laser products. It does not emit hazardous light; the beam is totally enclosed during all modes of customer operation and maintenance.
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.
WARNING: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of
! procedures other than those specified herein or in the laser product
installation guide may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
This system is classified as a Class 1 laser product. This label appears on the laser product.
Laser Information
Laser Type: | Semiconductor GaAlAs |
Wave Length: | 780 r 35 nm |
Divergence Angle: | 53.5 degrees r 1.5 degrees |
Output Power: | Less than 0.2mW or 10,869 |
Polarization: | Circular |
Numerical Aperture: | 0.45 r 0.04 |
Only authorized technicians trained by Compaq should attempt to repair this equipment. All troubleshooting and repair procedures are detailed to allow only subassembly/module level repair. Because of the complexity of the individual boards and sub- assemblies, no one should attempt to make repairs at the component level or to make modifications to any printed wiring board. Improper repairs can create a safety hazard.