Olymp: Olympus recalls endoscope air/water valve model MAJ-1444 due to incompatibility with OER-Pro and OER-Elite reprocessors. Affected units may not function properly with these devices.
The MAJ-1443 and MAJ-1444 are no longer reprocessing compatible with the OER-Pro and OER-Elite automated endoscope reprocessors.
Olympus is recalling endoscope air/water valves with model number MAJ-1444 because they are no longer compatible with OER-Pro and OER-Elite automated endoscope reprocessors. This could cause improper cleaning and potential damage to the reprocessors.
The valves are no longer compatible with newer automated endoscope reprocessors. This means they may not function correctly, potentially causing improper cleaning or damage to the reprocessors.
Medical professionals using Olympus endoscopes with these valves may be affected. Those who use the valves with OER-Pro or OER-Elite reprocessors are most at risk.
Check for model number MAJ-1444 on the valve. The product was sold with UDI-DI: 04953170355929 and catalog number N5363530.
Verify if your valve is compatible with OER-Pro or OER-Elite reprocessors by checking the model number.
The Olympus MAJ-1444 valve is no longer compatible with OER-Pro and OER-Elite automated endoscope reprocessors, which could lead to improper cleaning.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so check compatibility with your reprocessor before using.
The recall indicates no risk of injury but potential for improper cleaning and damage to reprocessors.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1611-2026 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-1611-2026 from Olympus. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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