Roche Diagnostics
cobas c 513 analyzer · Software Version 02-05 · Safety Manual · 6.0
45Safety information for lasers
Safety information for lasers
The cobas c 513 analyzer has laser barcode readers.
The laser barcode readers are used to scan barcodes on
sample containers and racks.
Barcode reader
The mentioned classes refer to the standard IEC 60825-1:
• Class 1: Eye-safe under normal operating conditions.
Intense light of barcode readers The intense light of a laser or barcode reader may
severely damage your eyes or result in hazardous
radiation exposure.
r Do not stare into the beam of a barcode reader.
r Do not remove covers from barcode readers.
r Do not perform any maintenance actions on barcode
readers. If a problem with a barcode reader occurs,
then contact your Roche service representative.
The barcode readers are class 1 laser products, lowest
class.
Component Wavelength Maximum output power Comment
Sampler unit and analytical unit 655 nm 10 μW Class 1 LED product
IEC 60825-1, +A2:2001
y Lasers on the system