Safety Precautions 7
Danger
This unit contains HIGH VOLTAGE components. It is recommended that ONLY
QUALIFIED TECHNICAL PERSONNEL perform any testing or repairs described in this
manual. Disconnect the AC power cord from the unit before opening the cover of
this unit. All cover screws must be replaced prior to applying power to the unit, or
safety of the unit will be impaired.
Monitoring the unit during manual operation
The level of UV energy supplied by the X-Cite 120 is sufficient to ignite flammable
substances. During manual operation, the unit must be attended at all times by a
qualified operator. The unit must not be left unattended while turned on. If an
operator leaves the work area of the unit, the lamp power switch must be turned
off.
Monitoring the unit during automated operation
The level of UV energy supplied by the X-Cite 120 is sufficient to ignite flammable
substances. Therefore, when the unit is operated unattended in an automated
environment, an alarm function must be provided by the user to indicate a
malfunction in the associated equipment used.
Warning
Hg – LAMP CONTAINS MERCURY, Manage in Accord with Disposal Laws, see:
www.lamprecycle.org or 1-800-668-8752
Danger
When unpacking or installing the lamp, always wear protective clothing and a face
mask. Operate lamp only in the X-Cite 120 lamp housing. This prevents direct
viewing of the arc and in the case of lamp bursting, contains lamp particles. In the
rare instance in which a lamp bursting occurs, and the mercury content is released,
the following safety precautions are recommended: All personnel should be
immediately evacuated from the area to prevent inhalation of the mercury vapour.
The area should be well ventilated for a minimum of 30 minutes. After the lamp
housing elements have cooled, the mercury residue should be collected with the use
of a special absorbing agent available from laboratory equipment suppliers.
Warning
Should this X-Cite 120 unit be used in a manner not specified by EXFO Life Sciences
& Industrial Division, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.
Warning
The method in which lamps are disposed of must comply with local rules &
regulations for disposal of hazardous materials. Lamps may be returned to EXFO Life
Sciences & Industrial Division providing they are returned in its original packaging.
EXFO Life Sciences & Industrial Division will dispose of them in the appropriate
manner.
