User’s Manual and Laser Safety Guide www.wickedlasers.
FOREWORD First and foremost, we are laser enthusiasts. We desire nothing more than to achieve perfection in our craft. For us, pushing the limits of technology is part of our daily routine. It’s only impossible if we don’t try. As we continue to advance in our search for perfection, we’ve set benchmarks for others to follow and new limits for us to test. This is our mission. We plan to continually push the boundaries of technology and create products that challenge the imagination far into the future.
Table of Contents We wanted to create the world’s most powerful handheld laser - we succeeded and inadvertently set a world record in doing so. We are extremely proud to be included in the Guinness Book of World Records for 2007. This will serve as a testament to our commitment to providing the world with the most sophisticated laser products technology can offer. Designed and developed by some of the world’s best engineers, the Spyder Series stands at the pinnacle of laser technology.
WWW.WICKEDLASERS.COM S3 Arctic Series Technical Specifications Model Name: Laser Product Class: Wavelength: Lasing Medium: Laser Type: Laser Power: Beam Shape: Beam Divergence: Size: NOHD* Beam Distance 0.25 Lux Required Eyewear O.D. Power Consumption: Battery Lifetime: Weight: Laser Body: Power supply: Switch: Modes: Duty Cycle: Expected lifetime: Warranty: S3 Arctic Series | 2 S3 Arctic Series 4 445nm nominal center λ GaN Direct Diode 0.7 Watt | 1 Watt | 1.4 Watt | 2 Watt 2mm x 5mm 1.5mRad 257mm x 35.
WWW.WICKEDLASERS.COM Laser Diagram REMOVABLE FRONT LENS Using Your Laser : How To Power On EMISSION / BATTERY INDICATOR BATTERY COMPARTMENT INTERLOCK PIN (+) TAIL CAP SMARTSWITCH At the back of the laser, rotate endcap counter clockwise to open. LASER MODULE SECTION S3 Arctic Series | 4 Insert one Li-Ion Type 18650 IMR rechargeable battery negative (-) end first. Push the button located on the tail cap to operate laser.
WWW.WICKEDLASERS.COM Using Your Laser : The SmartSwitch Using Your Laser : The SmartSwitch The S3 Series are the world’s first and only hand held lasers equipped with SmartSwitch™ technology. It combines both safety and intelligence by requiring the user to follow a protocol of simple clicks and click/holds to operate the device. The following pages serve as a visual guide on how to unlock the laser and switch between operating modes.
WWW.WICKEDLASERS.COM Using Your Laser : The SmartSwitch Using Your Laser : The SmartSwitch SmartSwitch™ Codes Recap: ▪ Unlocking code - 3 quick clicks + 2 short holds will turn on the laser. ▪ Low, Medium, High power mode - Pressing and holding the SmartSwitch will cycle through the power modes. 1 LED light indicates low power mode, 2 LEDs for medium power and 3 LEDs for high-power.
WWW.WICKEDLASERS.COM Color Perception Chart FDA Compliant Endcap Diagram Screw How Intensely the Human Eye Perceives Different Colors Based on the human eye’s perception: equal powers of green 532nm light is 20 times brighter than blue 445nm light, 8 times brighter than red 650nm light, and 190 times brighter than purple 405nm light.
WWW.WICKEDLASERS.COM Using Your FDA Compliant Endcap Safety and Maintenance CAUTION - Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. 1. No scheduled maintenance necessary to keep the product in compliance. Simply keep the laser free from dust or other contaminates that could cloud or dirty the laser lens or crystal array and operate within recommended parameters. 2.
WWW.WICKEDLASERS.COM Lens Cleaning Procedure and Troubleshooting Types of Common Lens Problems What you need : Procedure : 1. Dirty Lens - The most common problem with your laser 1. Microfiber Cloth - Please make 1. Wash your hand with soap and water. Make sure to dry them properly. sure the microfiber cloth is specifically designed for cleaning lenses. You can find this at your local camera or glasses store. 2.
WWW.WICKEDLASERS.COM Types of Common Lens Problems Types of Common Lens Problems 4. Moisture - We do not recommend using any laser products in highly humid or foggy conditions. If your laser unit is used in these conditions and/or submerged in water, the beam may appear similar to the above picture. You will not be able to clean this as water has condensed inside the lens and/or crystal set. This condition can be repaired by Wicked Lasers, however, will not be covered in your warranty.
WWW.WICKEDLASERS.COM Class 4 Laser Safety Instructions Class 4 Laser Safety Instructions DANGER CLASS 4 LASER : All visible lasers with beams over 500 milliwatts (1/2 watt) are classified as Class 4. EXTREME DANGER, MUST BE USED CAREFULLY DO NOT USE AS A LASER POINTER. ● DO NOT USE AS A TOY. ● ONLY FOR USE BY PERSONS UNDERSTANDING THE HAZARDS OF THIS LASER. ● READ ALL WARNINGS ON THIS PAGE.
WWW.WICKEDLASERS.COM Class 4 Laser Safety Instructions AVOID EXPOSURE TO BLUE LIGHT Blue laser light can cause photochemical eye damage. Avoid prolonged exposure to blue light (light from 530nm green to 380 ultraviolet can be hazardous, with the peak danger at 440nm blue). There is a hazard even from prolonged exposure to diffuse “room glow” from the beam reflecting off walls or other surfaces. Use safety glasses that block blue light.
WWW.WICKEDLASERS.COM Limitation of Liability Manufacturer’s Warranty In no event shall Wicked Lasers or any of its subsidiaries or affiliates be liable for any indirect, special, incidental or consequential injury to persons or damage to property caused by the use of any of our products. By purchasing from Wicked Lasers, you hereby indicate that you understand and agree to the following: All S3 Arctic Series lasers come with a standard 12 Month Manufacturer’s Warranty.
Manufacturer’s Warranty This warranty does not include defects or damages attributable to misuse, normal surface weathering, or damages caused by accidents or fire or other casualty or force majeure or any other causes or occurrences beyond the manufacturer’s control. To claim your warranty, please send this form or email support@wickedlasers.
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