Philips recalls Achieva 1.5T MRI systems with specific model numbers due to incorrect electrical shock warning labels that could pose a risk of electrical shock to service personnel.
An incorrect electrical shock warning label may have been placed on the Liquid Cooling Cabinet (LCC) of affected MR systems. The caution symbol on the incorrect label has a white background instead of yellow, and the label is missing the high voltage warning symbol. This presents a potential risk of electrical shock for service personnel.
Philips is recalling certain Achieva 1.5T MRI scanners because they have an incorrect electrical shock warning label. This could put service personnel at risk of electrical shock during maintenance.
The warning label on the Liquid Cooling Cabinet has a white background instead of yellow and is missing the high voltage warning symbol. This incorrect labeling could lead to service personnel receiving an electrical shock during maintenance work.
Service personnel working on the affected MRI systems are most at risk. The recall applies to specific model numbers and serial numbers sold in the U.S. between 2015 and 2023.
Check for model numbers 781178, 781196, or 781296 on the scanner. The serial numbers listed in the recall include 20150, 22270, 22095, 21113, 33406, 33547, 32773, 32789, and 32388.
Inspect the Liquid Cooling Cabinet for an electrical shock warning label with a white background instead of yellow and missing the high voltage symbol.
The recall is due to an incorrect electrical shock warning label on the Liquid Cooling Cabinet that could pose a risk of electrical shock to service personnel.
Model numbers 781178, 781196, and 781296 with specific serial numbers listed in the recall notice.
No, the recall does not require stopping use of the scanner. Service personnel should check the label condition as described in the recall.
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Subject: Recall Z-0807-2024 — Philips Philips Hello, I own a Philips that is covered by recall Z-0807-2024 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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