Shimadzu recalls autosamplers with model numbers SIL-20ACXR CL, SIL-20ACHT CL, and SIL-30AC CL due to condensation causing short circuits that may delay patient sample testing.
There have been cases of failure of the main board due to condensation water drained from the Peltier dehumidifier, leaked out from the tray, resulting in a short circuit. In the serious case, the main board and adjacent cables are partly charred. In the minor case, the Y motor and its surrounding die cast part become rusty. These failures could result in delay in patient sample testing.
Shimadzu is recalling specific autosampler models because condensation from the Peltier dehumidifier can leak and cause short circuits. This may delay patient sample testing in medical labs.
Condensation water from the Peltier dehumidifier leaks into the tray, causing short circuits. In serious cases, the main board and cables become charred; in minor cases, the Y motor rusts. This can delay patient sample testing.
Medical labs using these autosamplers are most at risk. The recall affects specific model numbers produced with certain serial numbers.
Check for model numbers SIL-20ACXR CL, SIL-20ACHT CL, or SIL-30AC CL. Look for serial numbers listed in the recall notice, which include specific combinations like L20995250001 through L21005770014.
Identify the model number and serial number on your autosampler to confirm if it is in the recall list.
Shimadzu recalls these autosamplers because condensation water from the Peltier dehumidifier leaks into the tray, causing short circuits that may delay patient sample testing.
In serious cases, the main board and adjacent cables become partly charred; in minor cases, the Y motor and surrounding parts rust. This can delay patient sample testing.
Check the model number (SIL-20ACXR CL, SIL-20ACHT CL, or SIL-30AC CL) and serial number against the list provided in the recall notice.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Shimadzu to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0553-2025 — Shimadzu Shimadzu Hello, I own a Shimadzu that is covered by recall Z-0553-2025 from Shimadzu. 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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