Safety Information; Disclaimer; General Safety Instructions; Laser Safety Instructions - Omtech MOPA LYF-20MP User Manual

2. Safety Information

2.1 Disclaimer

Your laser marking machine may differ somewhat from those shown in this manual due to options, updates, etc.
Please contact us if your laser marking machine came with an outdated manual or if you have any other questions.

2.2 General Safety Instructions

• Use this laser marking machine ONLY in accordance with all applicable local and national laws and
regulations.
• Use this machine ONLY in accordance with this instruction manual and the manual for the engraving software
included with it.
• ONLY allow this machine to be installed, operated, maintained, repaired, etc. by others who
have also read and understood both manuals. Ensure that this manual and the software manual
are both included with this machine if it is ever given or sold to a third party.
DO NOT operate this machine continuously for more than 5 hours. Stop every 5 hours for at
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least ½ hour.
DO NOT leave this machine unattended during operation. Observe the machine throughout operation and, if
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anything seems to be operating strangely, immediately cut off ALL power to the machine and contact either
our customer service or your dedicated repair service. Similarly, ensure the machine is FULLY turned off in the
correct order after each use.
DO NOT allow minors, untrained personnel, or personnel suffering from physical or mental impairment that
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would affect their ability to follow this manual and the software manual to install, operate, maintain, or repair
this machine.
• Any untrained personnel who might be near the machine while it is in operation MUST be informed that it is
dangerous and fully instructed on how to avoid injury during its use.
• ALWAYS keep a fire extinguisher, water hose, or other flame retardant system nearby in case of accidents.
Ensure that the local fire station's phone number is clearly displayed nearby. In the case of a fire, cut electrical
power before dousing the flame. Familiarize yourself with the correct range for your extinguisher before use.
Take care not to use your extinguisher too close to the flame, as its high pressure can produce blowback.

2.3 Laser Safety Instructions

This machine uses an invisible CLASS 4 LASER. Used without care, it can cause serious property damage and
personal injury including but not limited to the following:
• The laser will easily burn nearby combustible materials.
• Some working materials may produce radiation or harmful gasses during processing.
• Direct exposure to the laser will cause bodily harm including serious burns and irreparable eye
damage.
As such,
• NEVER interfere with the laser beam.
• DO NOT place any part of your body under the laser lens during operation. Take measures to protect yourself
from potentially reflected laser beams including the use of screens or personal protective equipment.
• NEVER attempt to view the laser directly without protective eyewear. ALWAYS wear safety goggles or glasses
designed to filter the specific wavelength of your laser marking machine's laser with an optical density (OD) of
5+. For best results, use those that came with the whole package. As even seemingly matte materials can produce
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