Philips recalls Ingenia 1.5T CX MRI systems due to potential loose g-MDU terminal connections causing smoke/fire alarms in hospital technical rooms. Affected units have specific serial numbers and model numbers.
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 CX MRI systems because a loose electrical connection could cause smoke or fire alarms in hospital technical rooms. This hazard affects specific units with listed serial numbers and model numbers.
The g-MDU (global Mains Distribution Unit) L3 terminal connection may become loose, creating a hotspot that can trigger smoke or fire alarms in the hospital's technical room. This could lead to false alarms or potential fire hazards in the facility.
Hospital facilities using the recalled Ingenia 1.5T CX MRI systems are most at risk. The affected units have specific serial numbers and model numbers listed in the recall notice.
Check if your MRI system has serial numbers starting with 77000-77203 or model numbers 781261 or 781262. The recall covers specific units with these identifiers.
Verify your MRI system's serial number starts with 77000-77203 to determine if it is affected.
Reach out to Philips customer support for guidance on next steps if your unit is affected.
Model numbers 781261 and 781262 are affected.
A loose g-MDU L3 terminal connection could create a hotspot that triggers smoke or fire alarms in the hospital's technical room.
No immediate stop is required, but affected units should be checked and contacted with Philips for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Philips to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1846-2024 — Philips Philips Hello, I own a Philips that is covered by recall Z-1846-2024 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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