Chapter 2 Safety - THORLABS S1FC635PM User Manual

Fiber-Coupled Laser Source
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.
High voltage inside. To avoid electrical shock, before powering unit, make sure that the protective
conductor of the 3-conductor power cord is correctly connected to the protective earth contact of the
socket outlet. Improper grounding can cause electric shock resulting in severe injury or even death.
Thorlabs provides the proper power input cable for use in the United States. If using this unit anywhere else, the
user will need to supply a properly grounded power cable to power the unit.
Do not obstruct the air-ventilation slots in the housing!
Make sure that the line voltage rating marked on the rear panel agrees with your local supply and that the
appropriate fuses are installed. Changing of the mains fuse can be done by the user (see Setting the AC Line
Voltage and Installing Fuses).
With the exception of the mains fuses, there are no user serviceable parts in this product.
This device can only be returned when packed into the complete original packaging, including all foam packing
inserts. If necessary, ask for a replacement package.
Mobile telephones, cellular phones or other radio transmitters should not to be used within the range of three
meters of this unit since the electromagnetic field intensity may exceed the maximum allowed disturbance values
according to EN50082-1.
Class 1 Laser Product
1550 nm <5 mW
Class 1 Laser Product
1310 nm <5 mW
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SHOCK WARNING
Do not operate without cover installed
This unit must not be operated in explosive environments.
WARNING
AVOID EXPOSURE TO THE BEAM
CLASS 3B LASER PRODUCT
700 - 800 nm
AVOID DIRECT EYE EXPOSURE
CLASS 3R LASER PRODUCT
600 - 700 nm
Chapter 2: Safety
LASER RADIATION
<50 mW
LASER RADIATION
<5 mW
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