Laserglow SafetyCast 80 User manual

INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
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"Laserglow") and are intended for use only by Laserglow customers for the purpose of operating their Laserglow product.
Unauthorized reproduction or distribution is prohibited without express written consent from Laserglow. An exception is
granted for personal archival copies, distribution within an organization which is itself a customer of Laserglow, or
transferring this document to a new owner upon sale of the product. Careful and reasonable efforts have been made to
ensure the quality and accuracy of this document, but Laserglow shall not be liable for errors or omissions contained
herein, or for any incidental or consequential damages arising from the use of this document or the product itself. Safety
information provided in this document is for reference only and should not be considered an adequate substitute for
industry-standard laser safety training. Laserglow recommends that the Customer consult with a Certified Laser Safety
Officer before using any type of laser device for any application. Failure to heed the recommendations, warnings, and
safety information provided herein may result in property damage, serious injury, or death. Please read this entire
document before attempting to operate the product, and store these instructions with the product at all times.
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Safetycast™ Virtual Projector from Laserglow. This projector is designed to provide a bright
and highly visible image for hazard awareness and a wide range of other industrial and commpercial applications. This
manual contains complete instructions on how to set up and operate your projector, descriptions of all features, and some
troubleshooting tips. If after reading this manual you still have questions about the safe and proper operation of your
projector, please contact us and we would be happy to assist you. Our contact information is listed at the bottom of this
page.
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Table of contents
Section 1: Safety Information
Section 2: Unpacking and Inspection
Section 3: Setup and Operation
Section 4: Accessories and Options
Section 5: Troubleshooting
Section 6: Maintenance
Section 7: Warranty Information

Section 1: Safety Information
READ THIS FIRST
Keep flammable materials away from the fixture (minimum distance to flammable material is 1 foot / 30 cm).
Place the projector in a location that has good air flow.
Do not look directly into the light source; it is extremely bright.
Always disconnect the fixture from power before performing any service on the unit.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Use only a power source that complies with local building and electrical codes and which has both overload
and ground-fault protection.
Disconnect the fixture from power before handling.
Do not use the fixture if the power cable or power plug is in any way damaged, defective, or wet, or if they
show signs of overheating. If the power cable or plug for the fixture is damaged, it must only be replaced by
Laserglow or an authorized service agent to avoid an electric shock or fire hazard.
The light source contained in this luminaire shall only be replaced by Laserglow or an authorized service
agent.
Light fixtures should be installed and maintained only by qualified personnel with experience in lighting
equipment and general electrical experience.
When suspending the fixture above ground level, verify that the structure can hold at least 10 times the
weight of all installed devices. Use the safety cable to secure the fixture in addition to the primary mounting
bracket.
Provide a minimum clearance of 4 inches (10 cm) around the projector air vents.
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Section 2: Unpacking and Inspection
This product was shipped to you wrapped in a double-walled box to protect it from damage during storage and transit.
However, unexpected things can occur during shipping, so it is important to inspect and test your product as soon as it
arrives. Claims for shipping damage must be made within 7 days of receipt. Beyond this time, any damage to the product
will be considered to have occurred while it was in your possession, which may void your warranty.
2. Unpack the SafetyCast™ and power supply: Carefully remove the projector from the box and inspect it
for any physical damage which may have occurred during shipping, then do the same for the power supply, if
included. If any physical damage or moisture is present, contact Laserglow immediately to report it.
1. Inspect the shipping carton: Look for obvious signs of damage or exposure to moisture. If either are
present, contact Laserglow immediately for instructions on how to proceed. In the unlikely event that the
product is damaged this information may be important for filing a claim with the carrier.
3. Check the contents of the shipment against the packing list: Every projector¹ includes lens with the
chosen image template², a mounting bracket³ and power supply4. If you ordered multiple products, check the
packing list and make sure that all of the listed items are present. Note that the chosen projection image
template will be installed by Laserglow before shipping – usually it is easy to verify that the image template is
installed by looking directly into the projector lens while the projector is off. Never look directly into the lens
while the projector is on! If everything is included and there is no evident damage, proceed through this
manual for instructions on how to set up and install your projector. If there is any discrepancy please contact
Laserglow immediately.
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The projector does not have a power switch and will turn
on as soon as power is connected.
Turn on the image rotator with the pushbutton on the
side of the projector, and switch it back off when the
image projects in the desired position. There are no
controls for speed or direction of the image rotator.
The focus can be locked in position by tightening the
retaining ring on the focusing lens onto the projector
body. Note that there is a rubber O-ring to prevent the
retaining ring from damaging the projector.
Focus the projection by threading the lens in and out
until the image is well focused. The projector is shipped
with the lens all the way retracted to reduce the overall
size. You may need to unscrew the lens more than 40
complete revolutions before good focus is achieved.
Re-adjust the focus if necessary. Note that the image
rotator is not intended for continuous operation.
Damage to the image rotator resulting from continuous
use is not covered under warranty.
NOTE: When installing the power supply, do not add
cable extensions between the power supply and the
projector. The length of cable between the power
supply and projector should be as short as possible
(6 feet maximum, 3 feet or less recommended). Any
extensions required to bring power to the projector
should be added on the AC side of the power supply.
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If the projector is on, turn it off and allow the unit to cool
for at least 5 minutes before proceeding.
Push the two pins of the image template retaining ring
together and pull out the retaining ring.
Replace the retaining ring and make sure it evenly
pushes the image template all the way in.
Replace the front cover and adjust the focus as
needed. You will likely need to use the image rotator to
align the projection as well.
Remove the front cover (with the projection lens) by
removing the eight screws holding it in place.
Carefully remove the old image template and replace it
with the new image template. The image template
should appear to be backwards or mirrored when
looking into the front of the projector.
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PROJECTION LENSES AND CHANGING THE PROJECTED IMAGE
The projector accommodates interchangeable projection lenses to alter the projection size and brightness at various
distances. The smaller the projection angle of the lens, the smaller and brighter the image will be. The lens can be
removed by simply unscrewing it all the way - please note this may take dozens of full turns.
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Section 4: Accessories and Options
The most popular accessories for SafetyCast™ 80 Virtual Projector are shown below. For additional details regarding
these or other accessories please see our website or contact us directly.
Motion Sensors
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Door Sensors Push Button PLC InputsBeam Break
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Section 5: Troubleshooting
If you are experiencing trouble with your projector, please check if the symptom is listed in this guide. Many common
problems can be solved without requiring a return. If you need further assistance, please contact us. Do not attempt to
disassemble or repair your projector, as this may void your warranty.
Solution
Check the electrical source to ensure that it is turned on.
Try disconnecting and reconnecting the power supply to the projector.
Rotate the lens on the front of the projector to improve the focus. It
may require 40 or more full revolutions if the projector is being used
for the first time.
Press the silver button on the side of the projector, near the front, to
enable and disable the image rotator. Note that the image rotator is
not intended for continuous use.
Remove the image template by following the instructions in section 3.
A correctly installed template will appear backwards or mirrored when
looking into the front of the projector.
Problem
No light emitted from
projector.
Projector is on, but projection
is just a colored or white
circle with fuzzy edges.
Image is rotating
continuously.
Image is backwards or
mirrored.
Possible Cause
Power supply is not receiving electricity.
Power supply connection loose.
Projector is out of focus.
Image rotator is active.
Image template installed the wrong way.
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Section 6: Maintenance
Laserglow's SafetyCast™ 80 Virtual fixtures require very little maintenance. Depending on the cleanliness of your
environment, maintenance may be required with some regularity, or never at all. Inspect the fixture regularly to ensure
there is no buildup of debris or dust on the output lens or rear heatsink.
CLEANING THE OUTPUT LENS
Depending on the operating environment, it is possible that some dust may accumulate on the output lens of the projector.
You can use a can of clean compressed air to try to blow the dust off of the lens or use a soft cloth to wipe away any
debris. Do not use alcohol or any other chemicals to clean the lens – doing so may cause irreversible damage to the lens
and is not covered under warranty.
If these steps fail to improve the quality of the beam please contact us for further assistance.
NEVER USE tissue paper, paper towel, facial tissues, etc. The wood fibers in these products can damage
the coatings on the lens.
NEVER USE cleaning solutions other than those explicitly mentioned here. The lens coatings are
delicate and can be damaged by common cleaning products. NEVER touch the lens or other optics with your
fingers as oil from your skin can contaminate and damage the coatings. Failure to follow these warnings can
result in damage to your laser which will not be covered by warranty.
1. Compressed air: You can use a can of clean compressed air to try to blow the dust off of the lens without
making physical contact with the lens itself. These are commonly used to clean computer keyboards and can
be purchased at any office supply store. They usually have a long tube or nozzle attached to them. Carefully
insert this tube a few mm into the aperture of the laser to blow air over the lens. Be careful not the touch the
lens with this tube. Hold the can upright or it may produce some liquid which can leave deposits on the lens.
2. Microfiber cloth: If there are deposits on the lens that cannot be removed with compressed air, you can
try using a microfiber lens cloth to gently wipe the output lens. Ensure that the microfiber cloth is clean before
you use it, since any oil, dirt, or grit may damage the lens. Since the lens is slightly recessed in the housing,
you may need to twist the microfiber cloth into a small "finger" to get it deep enough into the aperture to make
contact. If you still cannot reach the lens with the cloth, you may need to remove the aperture cap from the
front of the laser: DISCONNECT THE POWER BEFORE PROCEEDING. Remove the three set screws from
the aperture cap and thread the cap all the way off. The output lens should now be exposed, and you can
attempt to clean it using the microfiber cloth.
3. Microfiber cloth and lens cleaning solution: If a cleaning solution is required use ONLY a specifically
designed lens cleaning solution. (Available from camera stores or optics companies.) Use a very small
amount and wipe the lens only with a microfiber lens cloth. Do not use any other type of cleaning solution or
you may permanently damage the lens.
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Section 7: Warranty Information
LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY
Laserglow Technologies ("Laserglow") warrants that this product is guaranteed to operate within the stated specifications,
free from defects in materials and workmanship, for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of delivery. BEFORE
RETURNING ANY ITEM FOR SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT LASERGLOW TO RECEIVE A RETURN
AUTHORIZATION (RA) NUMBER. ITEMS RETURNED WITHOUT AN RA NUMBER MAY INCUR DELAYS OR
ADDITIONAL FEES.
LASERGLOW'S PLEDGE TO CORRECT PROBLEMS UNDER WARRANTY
At its option, Laserglow will either repair or replace the in-warranty defective unit without charging the customer for costs
of repair or replacement. When parts or products are replaced under warranty the replaced items will automatically
become property of Laserglow. Once an item has been repaired or replaced under warranty, the repaired or replacement
item assumes the remaining period of warranty based on the original date of delivery, plus the period of time during which
the laser was out of the customer's possession. Within North America only, and within the first 30 days of the warranty
period, Laserglow will cover the cost of shipping the defective item back to Laserglow and the cost of shipping the
repaired/replacement item to the customer. After 30 days, or for overseas shipments, the customer will cover the cost of
shipping the defective item back to Laserglow and Laserglow will cover the cost of shipping the repaired/replacement item
to the customer. Where Laserglow covers the cost of shipping, the carrier and method of shipping will be at Laserglow's
discretion. Items returned to Laserglow as warranty issues, which upon inspection are deemed not to have any defect, will
incur a diagnosis service charge of $119.
NOT COVERED UNDER THIS WARRANTY
This warranty will become void if any of the following conditions are met:
• The product has been modified or tampered with in any way.
• The product has been dropped or subjected to shock in excess of 100 G.
• The product has been exposed to water, any liquid, or condensing atmospheric humidity.
• The unit was powered from a source other than those which are specified in the instruction manual.
• The unit was operated in an area with ambient temperature outside of the operating temperature range, as stated in the
product specifications and instruction manual.
• The serial number or other identifying marks are removed.
• Ownership of the product has changed. (This warranty is not transferable).
• The warranty period has expired.
NEITHER THIS WARRANTY NOR ANY OTHER WARRANTY OR GUARANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE,
INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OR CONDITION OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL EXTEND
BEYOND THE WARRANTY PERIOD. NO RESPONSIBILITY IS ASSUMED FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING,
WITHOUT LIMITATION, DAMAGES RESULTING FROM PRODUCT MALFUNCTION, INACCURACY, OR MATHEMATICAL INACCURACY OF THE
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS. NOTHING IN THIS WARRANTY AFFECTS YOUR STATUTORY RIGHTS.
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OTHER BENEFITS (NON-WARRANTY) THAT ARE ACCORDED TO YOU BY LASERGLOW
10% Replacement/Upgrade Credit: At any time, for the lifetime of the product, you may return the product to us in any
condition, functional or not, for a trade-in credit equal to 10% of the original purchase price or 10% of the current retail
price, whichever is less. The new product which you select must be of equal or greater value than the trade-in product,
based on the value used to calculate the 10% credit amount.
Out-of-Warranty Repairs
The cost of any out-of-warranty repair will be $100/hr for labor, plus materials.
Rebuild/Complete Product Refurbishment
The cost of a complete rebuild or refurbishment of an out-of-warranty product will be no more than 60% of the current
retail price.
LASERGLOW TECHNOLOGIES
99 Ingram Dr. Unit B
North York, ON, M6M 2L7, Canada
[phone]
Fax: [phone]
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