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Chapter 2 –
Safety Symbols
The following symbols are placed on the Olympus
scanning FRAP system. Study the meaning
of the symbols and always use the equipment in the safest possible manner.
General symbols
Symbol
Explanation
Indicates the use of a laser beam. Take special care in handling that part.
(See also following chapter)
Carefully read the instructions on the label and the manual before use. Improper use could
result in personal injury to the user and/or damage the equipment.
This symbol indicates separate collection of waste electrical and electronic equipment in the EU
countries.
Do not throw the equipment into the domestic refuse
Please use the return and collection systems available in your country for the disposal of this
product
Each laser source must be provided with a danger symbol, a sign with the classification text and a sign
on the beam exit opening. Please ensure that your microscope is labeled as shown in the table below.
For all parts labeled with the following labels special laser precautions must be considered (see
Chapter 4.1,
Laser Safety Precautions
)!
Laser safety symbols
Symbol
Explanation
Location
Indicates the use of a laser beam.
Take special care in handling this part.
scan head
Laser radiation can cause irreversible
damage to your eyes. Wear adequate
protection before opening this
aperture.
Microscope frame, right side, left side
near C-mount; see photos
2
and
3
.
These apertures should be closed
while operating the system. Parts
connected should be dismounted by
trained personal only and when the
laser is turned off.
Laser safety ocular shutter; see photo
4
.
When system is switched to
maintenance mode laser radiation can
be emitted from this aperture. Be sure
to wear adequate eye protection.
Laser safety stage cover; see photo
5
.
Labels for the microscope components are included in the shipping list of the Olympus
scanning FRAP system. Please paste them on the microscope upon system installation. If any label is
missing please ask your Olympus representative for additional labels.