Olympus recalls wireless footswitch model TFL-AFSWL due to pairing issues with Soltive laser systems, potentially delaying surgeries. Affected units have all serial numbers.
Difficulties in pairing the wireless footswitch with the Soltive Laser, potentially delaying the surgical procedure.
Olymp: Olympus recalls its Soltive SuperPulsed Laser System Wireless Footswitch (model TFL-AFSWL) because it sometimes has trouble connecting with the laser system during surgery. This could delay procedures and cause unnecessary wait times for patients.
The wireless footswitch may not pair properly with the Soltive Laser system during surgery. This can cause delays in the procedure without causing physical harm to patients or the user.
Surgical teams using Olympus Soltive laser systems with the wireless footswitch model TFL-AFSWL are affected. Surgeons and medical staff who rely on this specific footswitch for procedures are most at risk.
Check if your wireless footswitch has the model number TFL-AFSWL. All units are affected, as the recall includes every serial number.
Verify the model number on your wireless footswitch; it should be TFL-AFSWL.
No, the recall is for potential pairing delays during surgery, not a safety hazard. The footswitch itself does not pose a risk of injury.
You do not need to stop using the footswitch. Check the model number to see if it's affected, but no action is required beyond verification.
The recall includes all units with model number TFL-AFSWL. Check the model number on your footswitch to confirm.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2506-2024 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-2506-2024 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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