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1 General Safety
General
Safety
Warnings and cautions are used throughout this manual. Familiarize
yourself with the meaning of a warning before operating the particle
counter. All warnings will appear in the left margin of the page next to
the subject or step to which it applies. Pay close attention to each
warning message. Take extreme care when performing any procedure
preceded by or containing a warning.
There are several classifications of Warnings directed as follows:
• Laser - pertaining to exposure to visible or invisible laser radiation
• Electrostatic - pertaining to electrostatic discharge
Laser Safety
Information
This product contains a laser-based sensor that is a Class 1 product (as
defined by 21 CFR, Subchapter J of the Health and Safety Act of 1968)
when used under normal operation and maintenance. Service
procedures on the sensor can result in exposure to invisible radiation.
Service should be performed only by factory-authorized personnel.
WARNING:
The use
of controls, adjustments,
or performance of
procedures other than
those specified within
this manual may result in
exposure to invisible
(infrared) radiation that
can quickly cause
blindness. As a general
precaution, avoid any
possible exposure to
laser radiation by
honoring manufacturer
seals and warranty
stickers .
The particle counter has been evaluated and tested in accordance with
EN 610109-1:1993, “Safety Requirements For Electrical Equipment
for Measurement, Control, and Laboratory Use” and IEC 825-1:1993,
“Safety of Laser Products”. See Figure 1-1.
Figure 1-1 Example of Laser Warning Label
For further technical assistance, contact Lighthouse at 800-945-5905
(USA Toll Free), 541-770-5905 (Outside of USA).
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