Innova 70C/StarC Service Course

The Innova 70C/StarC Service course prepares students to install, operate, maintain, and service the Innova 70C and StarC Ion lasers. Students will be instructed on the correct methodology for troubleshooting the electronics (to the board level) and isolating failures to major optical and/or electronic assemblies. Extensive hands-on laboratory time is provided to allow students to both test their knowledge and develop the skills required to support the I-70C and StarC Ion laser in the field. Upon successfully completing the course, students should be able to train others to control and operate the laser.

Topics: Laser, electrical, and lab safety; introduction to the I-70C and StarC Ion laser, head layout, and power supply layout; use of laser flowcharts and block diagrams for troubleshooting; the interlock chain; optics cleaning using acetone and methanol; window cleaning using Ammonium Bifluoride; tube, magnet and cartridge replacement; optical alignment and optic replacement; walking and aligning the laser resonator for best mode and power; performing electrical measurements and calibrating the power supply.

Optional Topics: The following topics will be covered upon advance request: Instruction specific to the Innova SkyLight™ and Innova SkyLight Star™ Ion lasers, instruction about window cleaning using Ammonium Bifluoride.

Prerequisites: All Ion Service courses require that the student possess a full understanding of electronic devices and their roles in electronic circuitry. Students should be able to read schematics and block diagrams and relate them to actual printed circuit board assemblies and any other applied circuitry. A basic theoretical understanding of optics is ideal.