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SAFETY INFORMATION
The following basic safety tips are given to ensure safe installation, operation, and maintenance of Stratasys
equipment and are not to be considered as comprehensive on matters of safety. The Fortus 450mc printer is
designed to be a safe and reliable rapid prototyping printer. Access to areas of the printer are potentially
dangerous.
HAZARD TYPES
Stratasys recommends that all services be performed by qualified personnel. All personnel working on or around
this printer should be knowledgeable of what the following hazard classifications mean throughout this guide.
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Warnings and Cautions precede the paragraph to which they pertain.
Warning: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in injury or death.
Caution: Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, could result in damage to
equipment.
Note: Indicates additional information relative to the current topic.
SAFETY SYMBOLS
Note: Always read and adhere to safety statements, and be aware of the following safety
signs when you see them on the printer.
Stratasys makes every effort to ensure that our printers are safe and reliable at all times. However, there will be
times when you must access areas of the printer where potentially high voltages, hot temperatures, and/or
moving mechanical components could cause severe injury.
High Voltage: The high voltage sign indicates the presence of high voltages. Always stay
away from any exposed electrical circuitry. It is recommended that all jewelry be removed.
Hot Surface: The hot surface sign indicates the presence of devices with high temperatures.
Always use extra care when working around heated components. Always wear the safety
gloves provided in the Welcome Kit.
Head temperatures in the printer can exceed 450°C (800°F).
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