Recall Z-1629-2020— Zeiss, Carl Inc

Class II · Terminated

Class II FDA medical device recall by Zeiss, Carl Inc, initiated 2019-10-02, terminated 2024-07-25. FDA's recall record names no specific 510(k) clearance for this event. Product: Component for Laser Scanning Microscopes (LSM 700, LSM 800 and LSM 900). Reason: When the user tilts the transmitted light arm of the microscope to the end of its axis range, laser safety can be bypassed and result in emission of class lIlb laser radiation. This issue arises when a ZEISS inverted stage stand (Axio Observer or Axio Vert) is used in as a component of the LSM 700, 800 and 900 system.

Recalling firm
Zeiss, Carl Inc
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Initiated
2019-10-02
Terminated
2024-07-25
Firm location
Thornwood, NY, United States

Product description

Component for Laser Scanning Microscopes (LSM 700, LSM 800 and LSM 900)

Reason for recall

When the user tilts the transmitted light arm of the microscope to the end of its axis range, laser safety can be bypassed and result in emission of class lIlb laser radiation. This issue arises when a ZEISS inverted stage stand (Axio Observer or Axio Vert) is used in as a component of the LSM 700, 800 and 900 system

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