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Laser
Classifications
The Sequel System is a Class 1 Laser Product that contains two Class
4
lasers.
Class 4 lasers present an eye hazard from direct and diffuse
reflec-
tions. Avoid eye or skin exposure to direct or reflected Class 4
laser
radiation. Class 4 lasers can cause combustion of flammable
materials
and produce serious skin burns and injury from direct
exposure.
Do not operate the instrument with any of the panels removed. When
the front door of the instrument is open, the laser beam is blocked via
safety interlock switches. If you operate the instrument with any
panels
removed, you risk exposure to direct or reflected laser light.
Indicates the presence of a laser inside the instrument. Proceed with appro-
priate caution.
Laser Safety
Requirements
To ensure safe laser operation:
• The system must be installed and maintained by a Pacific Biosciences
representative.
• All instrument panels must be in place on the instrument while the
in
strument is operating. When all panels are installed, there is no
detectable radiation present and the instrument is Class 1. If any panel is
removed when the laser is operating (during service), you may be
exposed to laser emissions in excess of the Class 4 rating.
• Do not remove safety labels or panels.
DANGER!
ELECTRICAL SHOCK AND LASER HAZARD Installation, mainte-
nance and repair are only allowed for authorized service personnel. Do
not
remove the panels of the Sequel System.
WARNING! LASER HAZARD. Lasers can
burn the retina, causing
permanent blind spots. Never look directly into the laser beam.
Remove jewelry and other items that can reflect the beam into your
eyes. Do not remove the instrument panels. Wear proper eye protec-
tion and post a laser warning sign at the entrance to the laboratory if
the
panels are removed for service.
L
ASER
S
AFETY
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