Fire & Hazardous Materials - BOSSLASER LS Series Operator's Manual

Fire & Hazardous Materials
⚠ WARNING: This machine uses high heat to engrave, etch, and cut material. At no point should the machine be left
unsupervised while it is in use. Leaving the machine unattended while in use can result in a fire and substantial damage
to the machine and the building it resides in. Any damage caused by fire that is not due to defects in workmanship or the
machine itself will NOT be covered by the BOSS LASER, LLC Limited Warranty.
⚠ Hazardous Materials: Any and all materials considered hazardous to the health of the machine, the health of the
individuals operating the machine and the individuals surrounding the machine while in use are NOT recommended to
etch, cut, or engrave. These materials can produce toxic fumes or cause the machine to not function properly and need
replacement parts.
Materials that should NOT be cut, etched, or engraved:
Polycarbonate- Fumes produced by polycarbonate can cause irritation to eyes, skin, and the respiratory tract.
PVC Compounds- Fumes produced by Polyvinyl Chlorine can cause irritation to eyes, skin, and the respiratory
tract. This material should not be exposed to elevated temperatures.
Vinyl- Fumes produced by Vinyl that has Chlorine can cause irritation to eyes, skin, and the respiratory tract. This
material should not be exposed to elevated temperatures.
Helpful Hint:
Majority of materials have a "Material Safety Data Sheet" or MSDS, these can tell you whether materials are safe or not
and whether they can be exposed to high heat. Any material containing chlorine is not safe to your laser or any individuals
near the fumes. If you are still unsure about the material and its properties, give us a call and we would be happy to try
and identify the safety of the material and whether it can be lasered or not.
Document Number: 855-901 Revision: 003 Revision Date: 11/14/2022 BOSSLASER Page 9 of 48