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3. Safety Warnings
Read and understand this manual and its safety instructions before using the Form 3.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury or death.
Supervise young or inexperienced users to ensure enjoyable and safe operation.
The instructions contain warnings and safety information, as explained below:
Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which, if not avoided, will result in death
or serious injury.
Warning indicates a hazard with a medium level of risk which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
Caution indicates a hazard with a low level of risk which, if not avoided, could result in minor
or moderate injury.
Notice indicates information considered important, but not hazard-related.
WARNING: The laser beam is harmful to the eyes. Avoid direct contact.
DANGER: Isopropyl alcohol is a flammable chemical.
3.1 Component and Subsystem Safety
3.1.1 Laser
Class 1 Laser Product. Only remove the shells of the printer with authorization from
Formlabs or a certified service provider. Disconnect power before removing the shells.
Accessible radiation is within Class 1 limits. The laser diode used inside the device has the
following specifications:
Diode: Violet (405 nm) Max Output: 250 mW
The laser beam is harmful to the eyes, so avoid direct contact. The Form 3 contains an interlock
system to automatically shut o the laser when the cover is open. If this system is tampered
with or fails, there is a risk of exposure to Class 3B laser light.
Laser Certification: IEC 60825-1:2014 EN 60825-1:2014
FDA performance standards for laser products except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice
No. 56, dated May 8, 2019
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