19 SolsTiS User Manual v10.0
and prepare the SolsTiS ICE-BLOC for Ethernet control; learn how to
configure the ICE-BLOC module for Ethernet connection to a control PC; and
complete the installation of all other system components.
4.3 Preparing for Installation
In addition to the operating environment and installation guidelines described
in your pump laser manual, please consider the following factors and
precautions when planning the installation and placement of your system:
Avoid placing the system in an area subject to large (uncontrolled)
temperature changes, or with high atmospheric particulate/ dust/
contaminant/ moisture content - an air-conditioned laboratory environment
is strongly recommended.
Avoid placing the system in an area subject to strong vibration – an air-
damped, vibration-isolated optical table is strongly recommended.
L-clamps are provided for securing the SolsTiS laser head, if needed, to
an optical table (or other suitable flat mounting surface) using standard
table bolts. If use of these clamps is required, the SolsTiS laser head
should only be clamped lightly (initially finger tight) to the mounting
surface, first ensuring that the mounting surface is flat, clean and free
from burrs to ensure uniform contact with the laser head.
Verify that the shorting plug for the interlock circuit on your pump laser is
in place or, if you are in a limited access laser safety area, remove the
shorting plug and wire it to a perimeter safety switch. This switch must be
wired so that the switch opens and laser output is terminated in the case
of unauthorized/ inadvertent access to the designated laser hazard area.
Warning! Verify that any voltage selection switches
or “jumpers” on electronics supplied with your
system are set correctly to match the voltage in your
geographical region. Attach all power cords first to
the electronic instrument, then to the power source.
Warning! All controllers for your system (e.g., ICE-
BLOC modules, pump laser controller, netbook
control computer) must always be positioned so that
the laser-emission warning indicator on the pump
laser head is <2m (< 6ft) away, and easily visible,
from all of them. Failure to follow this instruction
could result in a laser safety hazard for the user.
Warning! If your system includes modules
connected by optical fibre, always position these
connected modules so that the bend radius of the
optical fibre connecting them is 4 inches (10cm) or
looser. Not doing so may damage the fibre. Take
particular care not to strain the connected fibre when
moving the laser system.
Warning! Do not cover vents or restrict airflow
around electronic modules. Allow at least 15cm (6
inches) of clearance on all sides to ensure proper
cooling. Position all modules to prevent heated air
exhausted from any unit returning to its own intake,
or entering the intake of another unit.
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