Operating Instructions
Surgical Laser Unit Limax
5.6
Measures to Be Taken Prior to Using the Laser System
CAUTION
Dangerous laser radiation!
Guard the laser area against access by unauthorized persons. Install laser warning sign(s)
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and warning lamp(s) at all doors leading to the laser area.
Provide protective goggles for all persons present in the laser area (incl. patient).
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WARNING
Fire hazard!
The use of combustible anesthetic gases or oxidizing gases, such as nitrous oxide (N
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or oxygen, should be avoided.
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When saturated with oxygen, some materials (such as cotton) could catch fire at the high
temperatures generated during the normal use of the laser unit.
The solvents of adhesives and flammable solutions used for cleaning and disinfection
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should be given sufficient time for evaporation before using the laser.
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Attention should also be given to endogenous gases that could catch fire.
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