Chapter 2 Safety - THORLABS S3FC405 User Manual

Fiber Coupled Laser Source
Chapter 2 Safety
DO NOT apply TTL or square wave modulation to the MOD IN input. Due to response delays of the
constant power control loop, damage to the integrated fiber coupled laser may occur!
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.
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SHOCK WARNING
Do not operate without cover installed.
This unit must not be operated in explosive environments.
CAUTION
WARNING
LASER RADIATION
AVOID EXPOSURE TO THE BEAM
CLASS 3B LASER PRODUCT
405, 473, 520 nm
LASER RADIATION
AVOID EXPOSURE TO THE BEAM
CLASS 1M LASER PRODUCT
1310 - 1550 nm
Chapter 2: Safety
<25 mW
<5 mW
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