Philips recalls Achieva 1.5T Initial systems with model 781178 due to potential fire risk from a loose electrical connection in the hospital's technical room.
The g-MDU (global Mains Distribution Unit) L3 terminal connection may become loose creating a hotspot that may cause smoke/fire to alarm in the hospital's technical room, resulting in Smoke and/or fire
Philips is recalling specific Achieva 1.5T Initial MRI systems that may have a loose electrical connection causing smoke or fire alarms in hospital technical rooms. This could lead to fire hazards if not fixed.
A loose connection in the global Mains Distribution Unit (L3 terminal) can create a hotspot that may trigger smoke or fire alarms in hospital technical rooms. This could lead to fire hazards if the connection becomes loose over time.
Hospital staff and technicians using the Achieva 1.5T Initial MRI systems with model number 781178 are most at risk. The recall affects specific units sold with serial numbers 20282 and 20303.
Check for the model number 781178 on the Achieva 1.5T Initial system. The affected units have serial numbers 20282 or 20303. These systems were sold in the U.S. by Philips North America.
Inspect the global Mains Distribution Unit (L3 terminal) for any signs of looseness or damage.
The recall indicates a potential fire risk from a loose electrical connection that could trigger smoke or fire alarms in hospital technical rooms, but the remedy is not specified in the record.
The official recall notice does not provide specific action steps for affected units, only the model and serial numbers.
Check for model number 781178 and serial numbers 20282 or 20303 on the Achieva 1.5T Initial system.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Philips to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1838-2024 — Philips Philips Hello, I own a Philips that is covered by recall Z-1838-2024 from Philips. 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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