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All Compaq systems equipped with a laser device comply with safety standards, including International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 825. With specific regard to the laser, the equipment complies with laser product performance standards set by government agencies for a Class 1 laser product. The product does not emit hazardous light; the beam is totally enclosed during all modes of customer operation and maintenance.
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Laser Safety Warnings
In addition to the general precautions described earlier in this section, be sure to observe the following warnings when operating a product equipped with a laser device. Failure to observe these warnings could result in fire, bodily injury, and damage to the equipment. |
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of exposure to hazardous radiation: |
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Do not try to open the unit enclosure. There are no user-serviceable components inside. |
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Do not operate controls, make adjustments, or perform procedures to the laser device other than those specified herein. |
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Allow only Compaq Authorized Service technicians to repair the unit. |
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Compliance with CDRH Regulations
The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration implemented regulations for laser products on August 2, 1976. These regulations apply to laser products manufactured from August 1, 1976. Compliance is mandatory for products marketed in the United States. |
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Compliance with International Regulations
All Compaq systems equipped with a laser device comply with appropriate safety standards including IEC 825 and IEC 950. |
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Laser Product Label
The following label or equivalent is located on the surface of your laser device. This
label indicates that the product is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.
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Laser Information
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| Laser Type |
Semiconductor GaAIAs |
| Wave Length |
780 nm +/- 35 nm |
| Divergence Angle |
53.5 degrees +/- 0.5 degrees |
| Output Power |
Less than 0.2 mW or 10,869 W m² sr¹ |
| Polarization |
Circular 0.25 |
| Numerical Aperture |
0.45 inches +/- 0.04 inches |
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