Fluorescence sensors safety precautions

RBR standard instruments support a variety of fluorescence sensors, including the RBRtridente and third-party sensors from Seapoint, Sea-Bird, and Turner. For fDOM measurements, fluorometers use UV LEDs (ultraviolet light emitting diodes) and should be handled with care. When the fluorometer does not need to be active, disable sampling on Ruskin by selecting Stop. See Ruskin User Guide: Standard Instruments³.

Ultraviolet radiation is invisible so it may not be obvious when the instrument is active. Exercise caution to avoid any associated health risks to the eyes.

Avoid looking at the LEDs. Wear approved safety glasses with side protection and UV filter lenses.

Storage cap

Whenever possible, keep the storage cap on your fluorometers.

Eye protection

If the storage cap is removed, use protective eyewear. RBR recommends UV-blocking safety glasses of the highest available rating.
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Fig. 61.    RBRtridente with a storage cap on.

Safe operation

Never look at the LEDs as their optical power (ultraviolet and visible) can be hazardous to eyes.

Whenever handling an active fluorometer, place the unit face down on a non-abrasive surface to avoid shining the light into the eyes.
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Fig. 62.    RBRtridente facing down.