Inpeco recalls FlexLab (FLX-217-10) units where mismatched labels on sample tubes may cause delayed or incorrect lab results. Affected units have specific serial numbers and were sold with certain software versions.
The Aliquoter Module (mALX) may generate secondary sample tubes without labels or with mismatched labels which may result in delayed results or erroneous results. This error occurs if the operators open the printer head of mALX to perform error recoveries or maintenance procedures and do not empty the printer tubes buffer to remove all the secondary sample tubes.
Inpeco is recalling FlexLab (FLX) units with version FLX-217-10 because opening the printer head for maintenance without emptying the buffer can create unlabeled or mismatched sample tubes. This may lead to delayed or incorrect lab results if the tubes are used.
If lab technicians open the printer head for error recovery or maintenance without emptying the buffer, the system creates unlabeled or mismatched sample tubes. These tubes can cause delayed or incorrect lab results when used in testing.
Lab technicians using Inpeco FlexLab units with version FLX-217-10 are most at risk. The recall affects specific units with serial numbers starting with FLX.0226.
Check for the FlexLab (FLX) unit with version FLX-217-10. Affected units have a serial number starting with FLX.0226 and were sold with specific software versions.
Ensure the printer tube buffer is emptied before opening the printer head for maintenance to prevent unlabeled tubes.
The recall occurs because opening the printer head for maintenance without emptying the buffer can create unlabeled or mismatched sample tubes, leading to delayed or incorrect lab results.
Check for the FlexLab (FLX) unit with version FLX-217-10 and a serial number starting with FLX.0226.
Ensure the printer tube buffer is emptied before opening the printer head for maintenance to prevent unlabeled tubes. No specific return or replacement is mentioned in the recall.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Inpeco to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0595-2026 — Inpeco Inpeco Hello, I own a Inpeco that is covered by recall Z-0595-2026 from Inpeco. 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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