Trotec ProMarker 100 [10/43] Safety instructions

Promarker

Operation Manual

09/01/2012 Trotec Produktions- und Vertriebs GmbH_Linzer Strasse 156, A-4600 Wels, Austria, Technical Support 10 / 43

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4 Safety Instructions

4.1 Laser Classification

The laser safety class indicates the risk potential based on the level of

accessible laser radiation.

The Promarker is a Class 4 product as per DIN EN 60825-1 and

identified as such.

Class 4

Class 4 lasers pose the risk of direct radiation and indirect stray

radiation and may cause damage to both the skin and eyes.

Class 4 lasers also pose a fire and explosion hazard if used improperly

and the radiation strikes any flammable material.

The operator is responsible for undertaking any necessary protective

measures to entirely rule out the possible ignition or explosion of

materials by the laser beam.

Class 4 lasers should be operated according to the following

precautionary measures among others:

• for compliance with the relevant regulations.

• The danger zone must be identified by installing warning

lights and warning signs outside the area.

• The danger zone must be secured against unauthorised

access.

• The operator of a Class 4 laser system should always wear

laser protection glasses suitable for the wave length and

output of the laser within the danger zone.

• An additional emission warning light should also be

installed in a position visible to the operator to warn them of

any emerging laser radiation.

Compliance with the points above does not absolve the operator from

meeting the relevant standards and guidelines for the operation of a

Class 4 laser system.