42
It is the user’s responsibility to ensure that the Valon laser
is operated and maintained in accordance with local regu-
lations.
If the user notices any abnormal functioning of the unit, the
laser must be immediately taken out of use and certied
Valon service personnel must be contacted.
9.1. User Maintenance
Cleaning the Slit Lamp Mirror
The Haag-Streit mirror should be cleaned periodically.
Clean the mirror with 100% ethanol using a lens tissue.
Inspecting the SLA
Inspect the SLA frequently for dirt, damage or change in
the spot quality.
Cleaning the Touch Screen
In case you need to clean the touch screen of the monitor,
turn it off by pressing the power button and wipe the screen
with a dry cloth. Avoid liquids near the monitor.
Changing the Fuses
The main fuses for Valon STA are placed next to the power
cord. The values for fuses are presented below.
Valon (230V): 4 AT 5x20mm
Valon (100V): 8 AT 5x20mm
9.2. Essential performance and maintenance
The essential performance should be checked yearly by
authorized service personnel. Essential performance in-
cludes calibration, alignment of SLA and full capability of
producing and controlling patterns.
9. Maintenance
Warning!
Avoid all pos-
sible exposure
to laser radia-
tion. Wearing
laser safety
goggles is re-
quired
Caution!
Use of controls
or adjustments
or performance
of procedures
other than
those specied
herein may re-
sult in hazard-
ous radiation
exposure