Preface - Spectra-Physics Pulseo User Manual

Preface

This manual contains information for safely installing, operating and ser-
vicing your Pulseo diode-pumped, Q-switched, ultraviolet laser system.
The system comprises the Pulseo laser head, the Model J200 power supply
and a chiller.
Chapter 1, "Introduction," is a brief overview of the Pulseo system.
Chapter 2 contains important information regarding laser safety. The Pulseo
is a Class laser and, as such, emits laser radiation that can permanently
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damage eyes and skin. This section contains information about these haz-
ards and offers suggestions on how to safeguard against them. To minimize
the risk of injury, be sure to read this chapter—then carefully follow these
instructions.
Chapter 3, "Laser Description," contains a description of the components
used in the Pulseo system. This chapter concludes with system specifica-
tions and outline drawings.
Chapter 4, "Handling Fiber Optics," provides procedures for the safe han-
dling of the fiber-optic cables that conduct the diode laser pump light to the
laser head. It is crucial to the reliable operation of the system that these pro-
cedures are followed carefully.
Chapter 5, "Controls, Indicators and Connectors," describes the control
features of the Pulseo system.
Chapter 6, "Installation," guides you through the installation of the Pulseo
system using the control descriptions found in Chapter 5.
Chapter 7, "Operation," describes how to control the laser. As an OEM
device, Pulseo is designed to be controlled and monitored by a combina-
tion of analog signals and serial commands provided by a host system.
Chapter 8, "Service and Maintenance," provides straightforward proce-
dures necessary to keep the Pulseo system properly maintained, and it
includes a replacement parts list. Do not attempt repairs yourself while the
system is still under warranty. Instead, report all problems to Spectra-
Physics for warranty repair. Should you experience any problems with this
system or any equipment purchased from Spectra-Physics, or if you are in
need of technical information or support, contact Spectra-Physics. "Cus-
tomer Service" contains a list of world-wide Spectra-Physics service cen-
ters you can call if you need help.
The appendices of the manual provide specific information.
Appendix A lists the event codes generated by the system as a matter of
routine operation and when a fault is encountered.
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