Chapter 2 Safety - THORLABS vytran LDC450B User Manual

LDC450B Large Diameter Cleaver
Safety
Chapter 2
All statements regarding safety of operation and technical data in this instruction manual will only apply when the
unit is operated correctly.
Use great care when working near or handling the cleave blade, as the diamond tip is extremely sharp
Do not put your fingers between the left fiber holding block and the cleave mechanism when the left
fiber holding block is moving inwards, as they may be pinched.
Damage to the diamond blade may occur if an attempt is made to cleave a coated section of fiber;
make sure that the fiber is stripped down to bare glass and is cleaned thoroughly at the point where
The Cleave Blade should never touch the fiber on the initial, fast move towards the fiber,
Do not change the top insert without a bottom insert in place, the top insert can get stuck in the lower
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WARNING
and can very easily cut through skin.
WARNING
CAUTION
the blade will contact the fiber.
CAUTION
or damage to the blade could result.
CAUTION
channel.
Chapter 2: Safety
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