W&H Dentalwerk recalls S-12 surgical handpieces with model 30061000 that have incorrect 1:1 laser marking instead of 1:2. This may cause speed issues during dental procedures.
1:2 speed increasing surgical handpieces have been incorrectly laser marked during production. The specific laser marking should read 1:2, but instead it reads 1:1 on the body of the handpiece
W&H Dentalwerk is recalling their S-12 surgical handpieces with model number 30061000 that have a laser marking error. The handpiece should show '1:2' speed ratio but instead shows '1:1', which could lead to incorrect speed settings during dental procedures.
The laser marking on the handpiece should indicate a 1:2 speed ratio but incorrectly shows 1:1. This could cause the handpiece to operate at a slower speed than intended during dental procedures, potentially affecting treatment precision.
Dental professionals using the S-12 handpiece model 30061000 with the incorrect laser marking. Patients undergoing dental procedures with this specific handpiece may be at risk of incorrect speed settings.
Check for the model number 30061000 on the handpiece. Look for the laser marking that says '1:1' instead of '1:2' on the body of the handpiece. The US serial numbers range from 04931 to 05105.
Inspect the handpiece for a laser marking that says '1:1' instead of '1:2' on the body.
Confirm the model number is 30061000 to identify affected units.
The handpiece should show '1:2' speed ratio but incorrectly shows '1:1' on the body.
Check for model number 30061000 and a laser marking that says '1:1' instead of '1:2'. The US serial numbers range from 04931 to 05105.
No specific stop-use instruction is given; check the marking and model number to determine if it's affected.
We’ve drafted a message you can send W&H Dentalwerk to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1168-2024 — W&H Dentalwerk W&H Dentalwerk Hello, I own a W&H Dentalwerk that is covered by recall Z-1168-2024 from W&H Dentalwerk. 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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