System Labels Concerning Laser Radiation - AGFA DRYSTAR AXYS Service Manual

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System Labels concerning Laser Radiation

3.3
According to its classification, laser radiation can lead to eye and skin injuries.
Each laser source is classified from class 1 to class 4, based on standard
DIN EN 60825-1:2007.
The table below lists the meaning of the different laser classes. Note the detailed
instructions in the user manual and technical documentation.
Class #
Class 1:
Class 1 M:
Class 2:
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07-2009
Meaning
Not dangerous to the human eye, even
when using optical instruments. Can
nevertheless produce irritating effects,
especially with low ambient light
conditions.
Not dangerous to the human eye if no
optical instruments (magnifying glass or
binocular) are used.
Can nevertheless produce irritating
effects, especially with low ambient light
conditions.
Dangerous to the human eye for
intentional staring into the beam.
Not dangerous for short term exposure
< 0,25 seconds.
Using optical instruments does not
increase the risk of eye injury.
Can even for short term exposure < 0,25
seconds produce dazzling and irritating
effects, especially with low ambient light
conditions.
The controlled version of this document resides on MedNet. Any printed copy of this document is uncontrolled.
Generic Safety Directions for HealthCare Imaging Products
DOCUMENT CONTROL NOTE:
Generic Safety Directions
Example Label
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASER RADIATION
DO NOT VIEW DIRECTLY WITH
OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS
CLASS 1M LASER PRODUCT
LASER RADIATION
DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM
CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT
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