Olympus recalls InstaClear Lens Cleaners (models LCS1500UNOL to LCS4K70TPOL) due to Japanese instructions differing from English version, potentially causing lens to fall during surgery.
Japanese IFU version had slightly different language and illustrations from the English IFU, which could contribute to the tip and plate falling off. In order to maintain consistency globally, the Japanese IFU will be updated to reflect the instructions in the English IFU
Olympus is recalling several models of InstaClear Lens Cleaners used in endoscopic sinus surgery because Japanese instructions differ from English instructions. This could cause the lens to fall during procedures, posing a risk to patients.
The Japanese version of the user manual has slightly different language and illustrations compared to the English version. This difference could lead to the lens falling off during surgery, potentially causing injury to patients.
Medical professionals using InstaClear Lens Cleaners for endoscopic sinus surgery are most at risk. Patients undergoing these procedures may be affected if the lens falls.
Check for model numbers LCS150: LCS1500UNOL, LCS1800UNST, LCS4K00UNOL, and other variants listed in the recall notice. These products were sold with Japanese instructions that differ from the English instructions.
Identify your InstaClear Lens Cleaner model from the list provided in the recall notice.
The Japanese version of the user manual has slightly different language and illustrations compared to the English version, which could cause the lens to fall during surgery.
Models LCS1500UNOL, LCS1800UNST, LCS4K00UNOL, LCS1530BTOL, LCS1830BTST, and other variants listed in the recall notice.
The recall does not provide a fix; the Japanese user manual will be updated to match the English instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1368-2024 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-1368-2024 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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