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Fire Safety
1. Do not put anything inside the machine that is not laser-
compatible. Learn more about laser-compatible materials.
2. Do not stack materials; for example, do not attempt to cut
two or more sheets of material at a time.
3. Clean out leftover debris inside the unit when it builds up.
4. Never leave the unit unattended while operating; always
keep it within sight. Look inside frequently.
5. If there is a lasting ame inside the unit that does not
extinguish after the laser has moved:
a. Turn off the machine and pull the plug on the back of the
unit.
b. If it is safe to do so, extinguish the re with a wet towel.
Note that water may damage the machine.
c. Alternatively, extinguish the re with a re extinguisher.
Note that re extinguishers may damage the machine.
d. If the re cannot be extinguished or if it spreads outside
the machine, call your local emergency number.
Smoke and Fume Safety
1. When exhausting outdoors, be sure that the exhaust location
won’t be bothersome to neighbors or passers-by, and don’t
forget to check local air quality regulations that may apply.
2. If a strong, sharp smell -- that also causes eyes, nose, or
throat irritation -- is detected, or visible smoke is escaping
the machine while the lid is closed, stop immediately and re-
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