Eyes And Skin Risks; General Safety Regulations; Collateral Risks - Datalogic VLASE IR 1PWX-TLS2 User Manual

EYES AND SKIN RISKS

If exposed to intense Laser radiation, even of a short duration, or a less intense but longer lasting duration,
both the Cornea and the Retina can burn and be damaged irreparably forever. This consequence is
completely realistic in the event of direct viewing of a Class 4 Laser beam.
If subject to direct focalized radiation, even the skin can burn.
In addition, it is necessary to bear in mind that a collateral ultraviolet radiation may exist with the main
radiation: long exposure may cause skin cancer.

GENERAL SAFETY REGULATIONS

The User must comply with the regulations and work in the best possible safety conditions to prevent
decreasing the degree of marking system safety. Therefore it is necessary to develop a Standard Operating
Procedure (S.O.P.) related to maneuvers to effect for turning on and off the marking system. This procedure,
which shall be prepared around the time of installation, shall serve as a reference for the Operator and shall
be written in his/her language.
Training is essential and must include:
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Familiarization with system operating procedures.
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Knowledge of the biological effects of radiation on the Eyes and Skin.
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Understanding of the necessity for Individual Protection Devices (I.P.D.)

COLLATERAL RISKS

If the intended use of the marking system changed, for example for material processing applications,
collateral risks may arise represented by the production of fumes and vapors which may be irritating or toxic,
if not removed and adequately filtered before being released into the air again.
WARNING!
It is advisable not to change the intended use without previously contacting the Manufacturer.
An additional risk may be represented by fire caused by processing materials other than those the marking
system is designed for.
WARNING!
When processing flammable material, since there is a fire danger, it is indispensable to follow the
instructions provided by the manufacturer when the system is commissioned.
WARNING!
Do not subject materials other than those the system was designed for to radiation.
The most serious collateral risk associated with laser marking system, which may be fatal, is electricity.
This may occur when the manufacturer's warning and procedures are not followed. Unauthorized and
untrained personnel must never do any work on the electrical part. The safety devices must never be
removed and their operation must be periodically checked.
WARNING!
Do not work on the electrical part if you are not trained to do so. Do not remove protection
devices.
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