Tsunami - Beckman Institute Laser Resource Center
Tsunami - Beckman Institute Laser Resource Center
Tsunami - Beckman Institute Laser Resource Center
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<strong>Laser</strong> Safety<br />
CA UTlON<br />
Use of controls or adjustments, or the performance of procedures<br />
other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation<br />
exposure.<br />
Follow the instructions contained in this manual for safe operation of your<br />
laser. At all times during operation, maintenance, or service of your laser,<br />
avoid unnecessary exposure to laser or collateral radiation* that exceeds<br />
the accessible emission limits listed in "Performance Standards for <strong>Laser</strong><br />
Products," United States Code of Federal Regulations, 21CFR1040 10(d).<br />
Interlocks<br />
Because the energy to drive the lasing process in the <strong>Tsunami</strong> comes from<br />
another laser and not from an internal source (such as electrical discharge),<br />
the interlock differs slightly from that of other lasers.<br />
<strong>Tsunami</strong> has only one interlock: the shutter interlock. The shutter interlock<br />
blocks the pump beam at the entrance to the laser head housing to prevent<br />
the <strong>Tsunami</strong> from lasing. When installed, the laser head cover holds the<br />
shutter interlock open for normal operation. When the cover is removed,<br />
the shutter closes automatically. Figure 2-3 shows the <strong>Tsunami</strong> shutter interlock.<br />
Interlock Shutter in<br />
Defeated, Open Position<br />
Input Bezel<br />
Figure 2-3: <strong>Laser</strong> Head Shutter Interlock<br />
*Any electronic product radiation, except laser radiation, emitted by a laserproduct as a<br />
result oJ; or necessary for, the operation of a laser incorporated into that product.
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