Epic X User Manual 15
6 Safety
WARNING: DO NOT open the console housing at any time. Danger from optical
radiation may exist. DO NOT aim the laser at metallic or reflective surfaces, such as
surgical instruments or dental mirrors. If aimed directly at these surfaces the laser
beam will reflect creating a potential hazard.
CAUTION: DO NOT position this equipment so that it is difficult to pull the plug
from the power source.
CAUTION: To avoid the risk of electric shock, this equipment must only be
connected to a supply mains with protective earth.
CAUTION: High temperatures produced in the normal use of this laser equipment
may ignite some materials (e.g., cotton wool when saturated with oxygen); solvents or
adhesives and flammable solutions used for cleaning and disinfecting should be
allowed to evaporate before the laser equipment is used.
CAUTION: Be aware that the metal/plastic cannula on the Tips may become hot
during use. Avoid contact of the cannula with any tissue.
CAUTION: This laser system has been designed and tested to meet the
requirements of electromagnetic, electrostatic, and radio frequency interference
standards. However, the possibility of electromagnetic or other interference may still
exist. Relocating the device may help to eliminate the interference.
6.2 SAFETY CLASSIFICATION
The following safety classifications are applicable to the device:
• Laser radiation – Class 4
• Aiming Beam – Class 2
• Type of protections against electrical shock – Class 1
• Degree of protection against electrical shock – Type B applied part
• Not protected against water ingress – Ordinary equipment
• Not suitable for use in presence of flammable anesthetic mixture
• Operation mode – Continuous wave and pulse mode
• Wireless Footswitch – IPX6
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