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PICASSO Dental Soft Tissue Laser is a surgical device at the cutting edge of technology, designed for a
wide variety of oral soft tissue and tooth whitening procedures. PICASSO utilizes a solid state diode
as a laser energy source. The energy is delivered to the operating area by means of a delivery system
consisting of a flexible fiber connecting the laser source and the handpiece. The device is activated by
means of a footswitch.
PICASSO is intended for use by dentists in oral soft tissue and tooth whitening procedures. The use of
this device requires proper clinical and technical training. This manual provides instructions for
professionals that have completed the appropriate training.
When used and maintained properly, PICASSO will prove a valuable addition to your practice. Please
contact your authorized representative or AMD Lasers™, LLC if you have any questions or require
assistance.
Precautions
Failure to comply with the precautions and warnings may lead to exposure to dangerous voltage
levels or optical radiation sources. Please comply with all safety instructions and warnings.
CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein
may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
CAUTION: This unit has been designed and tested to meet the requirements of electromagnetic,
electrostatic, and radio frequency interference testing. However, the possibility of electromagnetic or
other interference may still exist.
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Safety Instructions
Follow these safety instructions before and during treatments:
•All operatory entrances must be marked with an appropriate warning sign.
•Do not operate in the presence of explosive or flammable materials.
•All persons present in the operatory must wear protective eyewear.
Periodically inspect eyewear for pitting and cracking.
Note: For replacement, additional or prescription protective eyewear, please contact your
authorized service representative or AMD Lasers ™, LLC.
•Do not look directly into the beam or at specular reflections.
•Never direct or point the beam at anyone’s eyes.
•emove or cover all highly reflective items in the treatment area.
•Press STANDBY (Standby button) on the control panel before turning off unit.
•Always press STANDBY on the control panel before exchanging handpieces or removing
the fiber optic connector from the unit.
•Move the circuit breaker (located on rear panel) to OFF (0) position and remove the key
before leaving unit unattended.