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■ Use Precautions
EN60825-1
*With respect to the requirements of remote interlock connector, key control, beam attenuator, and emission indicator, Class 3B laser
products not exceeding five times the AEL of Class 2 in the wavelength range of 400 nm to 700 nm are to be treated as Class 3A
laser products.
Note: This table is intended to provide a convenient summary of requirements. See text of this standard for complete precautions.
Requirements;
Sub-clause
Classification
Class 1 Class 2 Class 3A Class 3B* Class 4
Remote interlock Not required Connect to room or door circuits
Key control Not required Remove key when not in use
Beam attenuator Not required When in use prevents inadvertent expo-
sure
Emission indicator device Not required Indicates laser is energized
Warning signs Not required Follow precautions on warning signs
Beam path Not required Terminate beam at end of useful length
Specular reflection No requirements Prevent unintentional reflections
Eye protection No requirements Required if engineering and administrative procedures not prac-
ticable and MPE exceeded
Protective clothing No requirements Sometimes required Specific require-
ments
Training No requirements Required for all operator and maintenance personnel