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*'''Always''' run the window blower (by flipping the 'VENT' switch on the power distribution box under the laser PC) while the beam is on, no matter what material you are working with. Any kind of smoke can damage the lens, so the laser chamber has to be ventilated. Leave the blower on for a few minutes after a stinky job. | *'''Always''' run the window blower (by flipping the 'VENT' switch on the power distribution box under the laser PC) while the beam is on, no matter what material you are working with. Any kind of smoke can damage the lens, so the laser chamber has to be ventilated. Leave the blower on for a few minutes after a stinky job. | ||
* Make sure the LASER TUBE is OFF before opening the cover of the laser. There are interlocks for basic safety but this will protect your eyes absolutely. | |||
* Do not leave the room while the LASER TUBE is ON. '''ESPECIALLY''' when working with flammable materials. | |||
*Use only known materials in the laser. If you want to try a new material, do some research and careful experiments first. Certain things have been known to '''explode''' or release '''poison gas''' under the laser. Check out our [[#Materials_Reference_Tables|Materials Reference]]. | *Use only known materials in the laser. If you want to try a new material, do some research and careful experiments first. Certain things have been known to '''explode''' or release '''poison gas''' under the laser. Check out our [[#Materials_Reference_Tables|Materials Reference]]. | ||