Allpro ScanX-12 DVM Instruction Manual page 6

SAFETY NOTICE
Knowledge of Warnings and Cautions.
Users must exercise every precaution to ensure personnel safety, and be familiar
with the warnings and cautions presented throughout this manual and summarized
below.
In this manual, the following definitions apply for all WARNINGS and CAUTION
Statements:
WARNINGS: Any operation, procedure or practice, which, if not strictly observed, may result in
CAUTIONS: Any operation, procedure or practice, which, if not strictly observed, may result in
DANGER:
WARNINGS -
Only trained professionals should use this device.
Federal law prohibits the sale of this device to individuals other than licensed
professionals. Use of this device, other than as described in this manual, may
result in injury.
The ScanX contains a laser and is a Class 1 [Class 1 (IEC)]
Laser Product.
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those
specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. The laser is on
only during an active scan.
Only a trained technician from an authorized dealer should
remove a cover from the ScanX.
Direct eye contact with the output beam from the laser may cause serious damage
and possible blindness.
Do not open the ScanX to maintain it.
The ScanX contains no user serviceable parts. If there is a service problem,
contact your authorized dealer.
Operate ScanX in dry environment.
To prevent fire or electrical shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
Do not use damaged Phosphor Storage Plates (PSPs).
Damaged PSPs may not provide reliable diagnostic images.
Do not reuse the Barrier Envelopes.
Dispose of used Barrier Envelopes in accordance with all local regulations.
Imaging Plates (PSPs) are toxic.
Never place an intraoral PSP in the mouth without first enclosing it in a sealed
barrier envelope. Try to prevent the enveloped PSP from being bitten, chewed
or swallowed.
Disposal of PSPs.
Consult with your federal, national, state and local government, for rules and
regulations on disposal of PSPs.
injury or long-term health hazards to personnel.
destruction of equipment or loss of effectiveness or damage to equipment and
Phosphor Storage Plates (PSPs).
Opening the ScanX by removing any covers or components makes the equipment
into a Class III b Laser Product. [Class 3B Laser Product (IEC)].
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