SAFETY AND HANDLING CONSIDERATIONS NEVER look directly into the distal end of the hand piece connected to an active laser device. Never direct the laser light directly into the eyes, or direct the laser beam at anything other than the area to be treated. WITH or WITHOUT the appropriate laser-emission protective eyewear: indirect or direct eye contact with the output beam or scattered laser light from any reflective surface will cause serious irreparable corneal and/or retinal damage, and possible blindness to one or both eyes. DO NOT allow any reflective object to fall into or obstruct the path of the laser energy produced by this device. The operator, all assistants, and the patient must remove all reflective objects (such as rings, metal watchbands, and jewelry) prior to treatment with this device. Indirect or direct eye contact with the output beam or scattered laser light from any reflective surface from the laser will cause serious, irreparable corneal and/or retinal damage, and possible blindness to one or both eyes. DO NOT remove protective eyewear until the operator returns the laser device to Standby mode. FAILURE TO COMPLY with all safety instructions and warnings may expose all participants to harmful levels of laser radiation and/or dangerous levels of electrical current. ALWAYS wear the protective eyewear (OD>5) supplied with this device, which is optically dense at the wavelength of operation. All personnel present during device operation must wear this eyewear. Contact LiteCure, LLC at 302-709-0408 to purchase additional sets of protective eyewear for this device. ALWAYS put the laser in Standby mode or turn the device OFF prior to adjusting or connecting / disconnecting the hand piece or fiber optic. ALWAYS post Warning Signs for Class IV laser products. ALWAYS post Warning Signs in the area of the laser beam to alert others. ALWAYS Turn the device OFF before lifting, moving or relocating the device. Page 1
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