Safety
Laser Safety
The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) was established in October 1982, by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to protect the public health in the fields of medical devices and radiological health.
Manufacturers of products subject to performance standards under the Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act of 1968 are required to furnish various reports to the CDRH.
The Odyssey F is certified as a Class I laser product. This means that hazardous laser radiation is not emitted outside the instrument. Radiation emitted inside the Odyssey F is confined within protective housings and external covers. A series of safety interlocks ensures that the laser beam cannot escape during any phase of user operation.
The CDRH implemented regulations for laser products on August 1, 1976 (CDRH radiation performance standard 21, Code of Federal Regulations Chapter 1, Subchapter J). Compliance for products marketed in the United States is mandatory. The label that must be attached to laser products marketed in the United States is illustrated in Figure 46 and is located on the rear panel of the Odyssey F, indicating compliance with CDRH regulations.
WARNING: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
AVERTISSEMENT: L'utilisation des commandes ou le réglage ou la performance des procédures autrement qu'il a été indiqué dams le présent texte peut résulter en de dangereuses expositions aux radiations.
The manufacturer label on the rear panel of the instrument is shown in Figure 45.
The Odyssey F Infrared Imaging System 9150 contains two lasers (one emitting at 785 nm and one emitting at 685 nm). The Odyssey F Infrared Imaging System 9180 contains four lasers (one emitting at 785 nm, one emitting at 685 nm, one emitting at 488 nm, and one emitting at 520 nm). The 488 nm laser, 520 nm laser, and 685 nm laser emit visible laser radiation. The 785 nm laser emits invisible laser radiation. Direct exposure to beams may cause eye damage. Laser radiation is emitted through apertures at the top of the Odyssey F microscope assembly. Because the microscope assembly moves in both planes relative to the glass scanning surface, laser radiation could be focused at any position on this surface. Safety interlocks (described below) automatically turn the lasers off when the Odyssey F lid is opened.
The label shown in Figure 46 is affixed to the inside of the Odyssey F case at two locations; one near the laser/microscope assembly scanning bed, and the second on the cover that is used to seal the above mentioned assembly. See System Overview for the location of the label in Figure 45.
Safety Interlocks
The Odyssey F Imager has two safety interlocks that prevent access to the laser when the instrument lid is opened during operation. Do not attempt to defeat these interlocks.
Chemical Safety
LICORbio recommends that all biochemicals be handled carefully, and that safe laboratory procedures be followed at all times. Be aware of the hazards associated with any chemical before you begin work.
The LICORbio Odyssey F should not be used with any radioactive materials.
Electrical Considerations
Power Cords
The Odyssey F Imager is provided with a power supply that converts wall voltage to 24 V DC. Use only the provided power supply cord to connect the Odyssey F Imager to the wall outlet.
The plug will only fit into a grounding-type outlet. This is a necessary safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, you will need to replace the outlet. Do not defeat the purpose of the grounding-type plug.
Do not place the Odyssey F Imager where the power cord will be walked on or exposed to water or chemical spills.
The Odyssey F Imager draws up to 2.2 Amps at 120V. Also make sure the total amperage of instruments plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the amperage capacity for the outlet (usually 15 or 20 amperes in the United States).
For information about disconnecting power, see Operation.
Fuse Information
There are no user-serviceable fuses.
Computer Connections and Networking
Note: Use only the supplied Cat. 5e network cable to connect the Odyssey F and computer.
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