Omtech SH-G1390 User Manual page 12

1 Safety Information
1.5 Laser Safety Instructions
This machine complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 except for conformance with IEC
60825-1 Ed. 3, as described in Laser Notice No. 56, dated May 8, 2019.
When used in accordance with these instructions, it is a CLASS I laser product. However, the
invisible engraving laser, the laser tube, and its electrical connections remain EXTREMELY
dangerous. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those
specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Used without care, it can also
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 gases during processing
• Direct exposure to the laser will cause bodily harm including serious burns and
irreparable eye damage
• DO NOT modify or disable this device's safety features or disassemble the laser machine.
ONLY trained and skilled professionals may repair it. Dangerous radiation exposure and
other injuries may result from the use of adjusted, modified, or otherwise incompatible
equipment.
• NEVER leave any part of the cabinet open during operation except (when needed) the
pass-through doors. Never interfere with the laser beam or place any part of your body
in its path during operation, and never attempt to view the laser directly. When using
the pass-through doors or otherwise risking exposure to the laser beam, wear personal
protective equipment such as protective eyewear specially designed to filter the specific
wavelength of your engraver's laser with an optical density (OD) of 5+.
• DO NOT stare or allow others to stare continuously at the laser beam during operation
even when the cover is closed and/or wearing protective eyewear.
• ONLY use this engraver if its automatic shutoffs are working properly. When you first get
this engraver and if you subsequently notice any problems, test them (see below) before
undertaking any other work. Do not continue use if the shutoffs do not occur. Turn off the
device and contact customer service or your repair service. Never disable these shutoffs.
• DO NOT leave potentially combustible, flammable, explosive, or corrosive materials nearby
where they could be exposed to the direct or reflected laser beam.
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