The UV LED curing system on this printer generates hazardous levels of thermal, electrical and optical energies. UV LED-curable ink needs a high energy level of UV LED light to cure. The UV LED curing system is made up of two LED units attached to the carriage.
How to Handle UV LED Units: UV LED units operate at high temperatures. Never touch a lamp in operation. Let the units cool for a minimum of five minutes before attempting any maintenance.
UV LED Lamp Radiation Hazards: The curing system emits UV and blue light. The radiation emission category is 2 according EN 12198. Superficial eye damage and burning of the skin can occur with even brief exposure to UV LED light. Serious injuries can result from prolonged exposure to UV and blue light, especially if unshielded. Appropriate measures shall be taken as described below.
CAUTION
Be aware that UV LED light is an invisible risk for eyes and skin. Superficial eye damage and burning of skin can occur with even brief exposure to UV LED light. Serious injuries can result from prolonged exposure to UV and blue light, especially if unshielded. Keep a distance of at least 1 meter from UV LED units when printing, to help prevent eye and skin damage.
Wear appropriate clothing that protects the skin from UV LED light. Gloves and long-sleeved work clothes are essential to reduce skins exposure to UV LED light emission.
UV LED units operate at high temperatures. Never touch these lamps in operation. Let the lamps cool for a minimum of five minutes before attempting any maintenance.
Provide adequate ventilation as indicated in the Product Safety Data Sheet (PSDS) of the printer. You can download the current and valid PSDS from the support site of your product at http://downloads.cpp.canon/
WARNING
Wear UV safety glasses that reduce harmful UV and blue light below local exposure limits in the wavelength range of 365 nm – 435 nm. UV safety glasses need to be certified as UV protective eyewear. Safety glasses must comply with the latest local regulations. Do not look directly at the light source without protective eyewear.