Philips recalls Ingenia 1.5T MRI machines with specific model numbers (782140, 782115, etc.) due to a potential loose connection that could cause smoke/fire alarms in hospital technical rooms.
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 certain Ingenia 1.5T MRI machines because a loose connection in the G-MDU terminal may create a hotspot, potentially triggering smoke or fire alarms in hospital technical rooms. This could lead to false alarms or actual fire hazards in medical facilities.
The G-MDU (global Mains Distribution Unit) L3 terminal connection may become loose over time, creating a hotspot. This hotspot could cause smoke or fire alarms to trigger in the hospital's technical room, potentially leading to false alarms or actual fire hazards.
Hospital facilities using the recalled Ingenia 1.5T MRI models (with specific serial numbers and model numbers listed in the recall) are most at risk. The hazard is specific to hospital environments where the equipment is installed.
Check if your Ingenia 1.5T MRI has one of the model numbers (782140, 782115, 782101, 781396, 781341, or 781315) listed in the recall. The serial numbers are also provided in the detailed list.
Verify your model number and serial number against the list provided in the recall to determine if your machine is affected.
The affected model numbers are 782140, 782115, 782101, 781396, 781341, and 781315.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so you should check with Philips directly for further instructions.
The hazard could cause smoke or fire alarms to trigger in hospital technical rooms, but the recall does not mention actual fire or injury risks.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Philips to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1845-2024 — Philips Philips Hello, I own a Philips that is covered by recall Z-1845-2024 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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