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 ====== Kern Laser Clearance ====== ====== Kern Laser Clearance ======
  
 +{{section>tools:clearance_template&noheader&nofooter}}
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 +====== Tool Specific Instruction ======
 +
 +===== Laser Safety =====
 +
 +  * Knows that laser specific eye protection must be worn when operating the Kern laser
 +  * Knows that protective curtains around laser must be drawn shut when operating the laser
 +
 +===== Point out the following tool features =====
 + 
 +  * Maintenance Tag
 +  * E-Stop
 +  * Computer power switch and operation
 +  * Power switch for High Voltage panel
 +  * Plug for 3 phase power extension cord
 +  * X and Y controls
 +  * Z/Focus manual adjustment wheel
 +  * Indicator lights (Blue for water chiller, Green for laser)
 +
 +===== Identify & mitigate common hazards =====
 +
 +  * Hot flying debris - use appropriate tools, workholding, and clear work area
 +  * Fire - spray bottle to knock sparks and embers
 +  * Toxic Fumes - avoid prohibited materials
 +  * Smoke - exhaust blower on and engaged
 +
 +===== Allowable Materials =====
 + 
 +  * Can name one common material that is safe for use at the forge
 +  * Can name two types of metal that are prohibited for use at the forge
 + 
 +===== Safe Setup/Operation/Cleanup =====
 + 
 +  * Demonstrates proper power up procedure
 +  * Demonstrates proper debris removal and clean up
 +  * Demonstrates proper laser focus
 +  * Demonstrates proper power down procedure
 +
 +===== Knowledge and Technique =====
 + 
 +  * Knows how to appropriately test a laser job and align with materials
 +  * Can successfully cut something appropriate
 +  * Understands the Kern laser capabilities regarding cut vs etch
  
-See https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lGOhRqV-KdBLB4ODz1bR4cuiWP-7WehghqdFoFDt0ao/edit#heading=h.wqv8s9fhynel 
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