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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.
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.
• Care should be taken when moving or lifting the laser system. The laser system
weighs about 150 lbs. (68 kg.). Obtain assistance from 1 or 2 additional people when lifting
or carrying the system. Severe bodily injury may occur if improper lifting techniques are
applied. Be careful not to drop the laser system. Not only can it cause bodily harm, but it
will also severely damage the equipment and render it inoperable.
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