Glowforge Manual page 5

DRAFT
control of a Laser Safety Officer (LSO). Training for LSOs normally costs more than $1,000, but
Glowforge has worked with leading laser safety training experts to prepare materials so that you
can act safely as the LSO for your Glowforge Pro.
These materials will train you to operate your Glowforge Pro in Class 1 conditions, which
do not require additional special precautions.​ If you need to operate your Glowforge Pro in
Class 4 conditions, these materials will explain what you must do in order to operate it safely.
They will also provide you with an overview of laser physics and safety concerns, and
processes to follow.
You must read, understand, and follow the Glowforge Pro Training Materials to use your
Glowforge Pro.
The Glowforge Pro LSO Training materials are emailed to all Glowforge Pro owners as a
password-protected PDF.
Smoke and Fume Safety
When you use your Glowforge, the laser creates visible and invisible aerosols, gases, vapors,
and particulates (referred to here as "smoke and fumes"). The smoke and fumes can include
carbon monoxide and other chemicals which present health hazards, as well as being
unpleasant and stinky. The chemical composition of the smoke and fumes depend on the
material being lasered. Smoke and fumes from laser-compatible materials are controlled by
exhaust or filtration.
Exhaust
Only operate your Glowforge unit when it is exhausted to the outdoors or through the Glowforge
Air Filter. Failure to exhaust will cause smoke and fumes to escape into the room, presenting a
risk of health hazards or death.
If you exhaust outdoors, be sure that the exhaust location won't be bothersome to neighbors or
passers-by, and don't forget to check your local rules for air quality regulations that may apply to
you.
To prevent smoke and fumes from escaping the unit, do not open the lid until the fans stop.
Follow all of the instructions in "Setting Up" carefully.
If there is a strong odor from your Glowforge while it is operating, stop immediately and re-check
your exhaust setup. If the strong odor continues, discontinue using your Glowforge and contact
support.
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