SECTION 1
Safety
This section describes hazards that may occur if the laser system is installed or used improperly. Failure to follow these guidelines can result in injury to yourself, others, or may cause severe damage to the equipment. Use, misuse, or abuse of the equipment in a manner other than what is described in this manual may increase this risk. Operation and care of the laser system must be followed in strict accordance to this manual.
Description of Appropriate Use
This device is designed for laser cutting and engraving of the materials listed in this manual, in laboratory, workshop or light duty manufacturing environments. This equipment must be properly installed and connected to an appropriate exhaust system meeting the specifications outlined in this manual. Materials to be processed must fit completely inside the system for proper operation.
General Safety
∙Exposure to the laser beam may cause physical burns and can cause severe eye damage. Proper use and care of this system are essential to safe operation.
∙Never operate the laser system without constant supervision of the cutting and engraving process. Exposure to the laser beam may cause ignition of combustible materials and start a fire. A properly maintained fire extinguisher should be kept on hand at all times.
∙A properly configured, installed, maintained, and operating fume/smoke exhaust system is mandatory when operating the laser system. Fumes and smoke from the engraving process must be extracted from the laser system and exhausted outside.
∙Some materials, when engraved or cut with a laser, can produce toxic and caustic fumes. We suggest that you obtain the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) from the materials manufacturer. The MSDS discloses all of the hazards when handling or processing that material. The law requires all manufacturers to provide this information to anyone who requests it. DISCONTINUE processing any material that shows signs of chemical deterioration of the laser system. Systems damaged from this abuse will NOT be covered under warranty.
∙Dangerous voltages are present within the electronics and laser enclosures of this system. Although access to these areas is not necessary during normal use, if it becomes necessary to open one of these enclosures for service reasons please remember to unplug the machine first.
