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The
spectrometer magnets produce large fields ( 1.6 Tesla). The
magnets all have return yokes and thus the external fields are not nearly as
large as the central fields but they may still be significant. These fields may
present a hazard to workers handling metal tools or any individuals using a
pacemakers. They also may corrupt magnetic information storage media such as
credit card strips and may effect mechanical watches.
10/13/1997