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Preface
This manual contains information you need in order to safely install, align,
operate, maintain, and service your Model 3900S CW Ti:sapphire laser.
The “Unpacking and Inspection” section contains information on how to
unpack your Tsunami system and lists the items you should have received.
It also lists any options you may have purchased. Please read this short, but
important, section before you begin to unpack your unit.
The “Introduction” contains a brief description of the Model 3900S and
lists system components and accessories available for this unit.
Following that section is an important chapter on laser safety. The Model
3900S and its pump laser are Class IV lasers and, as such, emit laser radiation which can permanently damage eyes and skin. This section contains
information about these hazards and offers suggestions on how to safeguard against them. It also suggests installation procedures and maintenance you must perform in order to keep your system in compliance with
CE and CDRH regulations. To ensure your system is installed according to
these regulations and to minimize the risk of injury or expensive repairs, be
sure to read this chapter—then follow these instructions.
“Laser Description” contains a brief exposition on Titanium:sapphire laser
theory, which is followed by a more detailed description of the Model
3900S laser system. The chapter concludes with system specifications and
outline drawings.
The middle chapters describe the Model 3900S controls, then guide you
through its installation, alignment and operation. The last part of the manual covers maintenance and service. The latter includes a replacement parts
list. “Customer Service” contains a list of world-wide Spectra-Physics service centers you can call if you need help.
Where-as the “Maintenance” section contains information you need to
keep your laser clean and operational on a day-to-day basis, “Service and
Repair” is intended to help you guide your Spectra-Physics field service
engineer to the source of any problems. Do not attempt repairs yourself
while the unit is still under warranty; instead, report all problems to Spectra-Physics for warranty repair.
Should you experience any problems with any equipment purchased from
Spectra-Physics, or you are in need of technical information or support,
please contact Spectra-Physics as described in “Customer Service.” This
chapter contains a list of world-wide Spectra-Physics Service Centers you
can call if you need help.
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