Welch Allyn LB-24 Solarc Light Source - User Manual - Manual (Page 6)

2 S o larc Light Source
Warnings and Precautions
WARNING RISK OF SHOCK. Do not operate the S o larc Light Source
without a lamp installed. Disconnect power before attempting to
change lamp.
WARNING Only qualified personnel should make electrical
inspections and repair of the S
o larc Light Source.
WARNING The high intensity light at the front of the S o larc Light
Source and at the tip of the fiber optic bundle will create high
temperatures and bright light. To minimize the risk of injury, avoid
direct viewing or contact.
WARNING To prevent temporary blinding and contact with heated
parts, always plug the fiber optic bundle into the S
o larc Light Source
before turning the power on.
WARNING Do not use the S o larc Light Source directly in medical
applications.
Caution Any changes or modifications made to this device that are
not expressly approved by manufacturer may void the user’s authority
to operate the equipment.
Caution Do not switch the S o larc Light Source ON and OFF in rapid
succession. Doing so will dramatically shorten lamp life. Allow lamp to
cool down for 10 to 15 minutes between each use.
Caution PROVIDE ADEQUATE VENTILATION TO PREVENT
OVERHEATING. Do not drape this light source. Provide a 3-inch (7.62
cm) distance between the S
o larc Light Source and any solid objects.
Caution DO NOT use or store liquids above or on the S o larc Light
Source.
Caution Do not operate device without the cover in place. Operate in
the horizontal position only.
Caution Since the S o larc Light Source uses a custom lamp, always
have a spare lamp available for replacement. USE CAUTION BECAUSE
LAMP MAY BE HOT. Allow lamp to cool before replacing.