Safety; Terminology; Laser Safety; Laser Treatment Controlled Area (Ltca) - Chattanooga LightForce Serie Gebrauchsanleitung

1. Safety

1.1.

Terminology

Various Warnings, Cautions, Recommendations, and Notes are presented throughout this document and will be presented in the following
manner:
Warning: Specific or potential danger. If ignored or compromised, the situation could result in serious injury.
Caution: Possible problem with the device associated with its use or misuse. Problems include, but are not limited to, device
malfunction, device failure, or damage to the device.
Recommendation: Offers guidance for the optimal application and usage of the device.
Note: Describes the conditions or exceptions that may apply to the subject matter presented.
1.2.

Laser Safety

Each facility and user of the laser device should follow all local laser safety requirements.
Federal, state, and local regulations as well as national and international standards should be considered when developing laser safety
programs.
Each person using the laser system must have completed basic laser safety orientation and proficiency training prior to operating the laser
system.
Recommendation: Designate at least one person at each facility that uses this laser system as the Laser Safety Officer, responsible for
providing training on all operating and safety procedures and for monitoring and overseeing control of all laser hazards.
1.3.

Laser Treatment Controlled Area (LTCA)

Select a secure and well-ventilated location in which to install and operate the laser system. The location should be "light-tight" (not have
windows or viewing ports) and should have a single lockable door access. The access door should be closed and locked from the inside
throughout the entire treatment with the laser system.
If the door is equipped with an interlock switch, the door can be connected to the remote interlock on the laser system – See Section 1.5.3.
When the treatment door is opened during a treatment, the laser will stop emission, produce an error message, and return to Standby mode.
If you choose to set up your laser system in a multi-use area, a blocking barrier, screen, or curtain, certified for blocking the laser beam, must
be used to create a smaller area inside a larger room. The barrier should be set up to simulate a "light-tight" room with single entry access as
described above.
Warning: Always post a laser safety sign on the outside of the treatment room door or single access point when the laser is in use.
1.4.

Fire and Explosion Hazards

Warning: Do not operate this laser system in areas that have explosion hazards such as flammable materials, gases or substances.
A fire or explosion could occur. The laser beam can ignite most nonmetallic materials. A fire extinguisher should be readily available.
1.5.

Safety Features

The laser system has multiple safety features. All individuals who use this laser system should be trained and made aware of the following
features:
1.5.1.

Emergency Stop Button

The button (Figure 1) is located on the front of the laser system and is illuminated when the machine is on. Push the button
to turn off all electrical power to the device's microprocessor and stop the laser-emitting components.
1.5.2.

Password Entry

The laser system is equipped with password entry as the key control, which is required after powering on the device, to
prevent unauthorized system access.
1.5.3.

Remote Interlock Connector

The laser system is equipped with a remote interlock connector (Figure 2) located on the bottom of the device. The
remote interlock connector stops laser emission when the plug is removed or when the terminals of the connector are
open.
1.5.4.

Laser Emission Indicators

The state of the laser system is shown on the touch screen and front bezel and indicated through audible alerts and the aiming beam.
Figure 1
Figure 2