Uv Led Curing System - Canon Arizona 1300 Series User Manual

UV LED Curing System

UV LED Curing System
Introduction
The UV LED curing system on this printer generates hazardous levels of thermal, electrical and
optical energies. UV LED-curable ink needs a high energy level of UV LED light to cure. The UV
LED curing system is made up of two LED units attached to the carriage.
How to Handle UV LED Units: UV LED units operate at high temperatures. Never touch a lamp in
operation. Let the units cool for a minimum of five minutes before attempting any maintenance.
UV LED Lamp Radiation Hazards: The curing system emits UV and blue light. The radiation
emission category is 2 according EN 12198. Superficial eye damage and burning of the skin can
occur with even brief exposure to UV LED light. Serious injuries can result from prolonged
exposure to UV and blue light, especially if unshielded. Appropriate measures shall be taken as
described below.
CAUTION
Be aware that UV LED light is an invisible risk for eyes and skin. Superficial eye damage and
burning of skin can occur with even brief exposure to UV LED light. Serious injuries can result
from prolonged exposure to UV and blue light, especially if unshielded. Keep a distance of at
least 1 meter from UV LED units when printing, to help prevent eye and skin damage.
Wear appropriate clothing that protects the skin from UV LED light. Gloves and long-sleeved
work clothes are essential to reduce skins exposure to UV LED light emission.
UV LED units operate at high temperatures. Never touch these lamps in operation. Let the
lamps cool for a minimum of five minutes before attempting any maintenance.
Provide adequate ventilation as indicated in the Product Safety Data Sheet (PSDS) of the
printer. You can download the current and valid PSDS from the support site of your product at
http://downloads.cpp.canon/
Personal Safety
WARNING
The curing system is a category 2 emitter of optical radiation according EN 12198, with an
output wavelength of 380-420nm. 90% or more of the total energy is emitted in this band. The
clearest safety glasses can protect from the more harmful UV light of up to ~399nm. Safety
glasses with a yellow tint reduce the light transmission in the blue light range. Safety glasses
must also comply with the local regulations like CE marking together with a European approval
mark such as GS or TUV for Europe and ANSI, UL, or CSA for USA and Canada. Do not look
directly at the light source without protective eyewear.
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