Reveal Lasers - User Manual
. Introduction
This chapter describes general safety issues regarding the use of the VEGA LUX™ system, with
special emphasis on optical and electrical safety.
With proper operation and maintenance, trained and qualied medical practitioners can use
the VEGA LUX™ system safely. The supervising physician and all other personnel operating or
maintaining the VEGA LUX™ must be familiar with the safety information provided in this chapter.
The primary consideration should be for the safety of the patient, the physician and other
personnel. Patient safety is mainly assured with a well-trained sta and a well laid out treatment
room. Patient education is also important, including information about the nature of the treatment.
. System Safety Measures
The VEGA LUX™ system is designed to maximize safety for both patient and personnel. The
following are some of the preventive safety measures:
.. Electrical Safety
The following electrical safety features are incorporated in the VEGA LUX™ system.
1. A semi-automatic circuit breaker, located on the service panel, protects the system by
tripping when power overload occurs. To resume normal operation, lift the circuit breaker
handle and restart the system.
2. There are fuses in the machine to protect the system from any electrical spikes.
3. Software protection, includes:
The software checks all safety related hardware after the system is switched on.
A watchdog cycle continuously monitors operation of the system during treatment.
If an error occurs, the system displays a warning message to the operator and disables
further operation. A self-test of the attached module is performed when the system is
turned on. The test includes module identication.
A self-test of the electrical circuitry takes places after the system is turned on. The test
circuits continuously monitor system operation during treatment.
CHAPTER 2
Safety
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