Proper Usage; General Laser Safety - Viavi COSA-4055 User Manual

Chapter 1 Optical Spectrum Measurement
Safety information

Proper usage

General
laser safety
WARNING
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Safety definitions
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury.
This instrument is intended for measurements on optical fiber devices
and systems.
 Please make sure the device is not operated outside the permitted
ambient conditions.
 Observe the specified measurement range.
 Always make sure that the device is in proper working order before
switching it on.
Dangerous laser radiation
 Always be aware of the hazard level of the device to be
connected.
 Connect all optical fibers before switching on the radiation source.
 Switch off the laser source before disconnecting the optical fibers.
 Never look directly into the output of a laser source or into an
optical fiber connected to it.
 Always cover unused ports.
 Heed the normal precautions for working with laser radiation and
consider local regulations.
MTS / T-BERD 5800 • COSA-4055 • User Manual 2016.01