Fiber optic transmission units, Laser safety statement (europe), Laser safety statement (us) – RCA LDK 5481 User Manual

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Fiber optic transmission units

A yellow coloured CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT label is located on top of the fiber optic
connector on the rear panel of the adapter.

Laser safety statement (Europe)

Fiber optic transmission units are classified as a “CLASS 1 Laser Product” according to
EN 60825-1, Safety of Laser products. Class 1 laser products are considered safe and do not
result in biological hazard if used according to the instructions.

Laser safety statement (US)

Fiber optic transmission units are classified as a “CLASS 1 Laser Product” according to
21CFR 1040.10 of the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Center for Devices and
Radiological Health.

WARNING

Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified
herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and
retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an
authorized service location.

Fiber optic cable precautions

Fiber optic cables and connectors are easily damaged; take the following percautions into
account:

Do not bend the cable beyond the minimum bend range specified for the cable.

Avoid kinks or sharp bends in the cable.

Avoid subjecting the cable to a high tension force.

Do not twist the cable when connecting it to equipment.

Insert connectors straight and fully into their corresponding sockets.

In fiber optic cable systems always put the dust caps on cable and panel connectors
immediately after disconnecting a cable. Keep the dust caps clean.

CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT

LASER KLASSE 1
PRODUKT

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