AB Sciex recalls 4500MD Triple Quad Mass Spectrometers with specific serial numbers due to rare risk of flame and potential equipment damage from solvent leaks and electrical discharges.
In rare occasions, the combination of a leak of a highly flammable solvent at the ion source probe, and an electrical discharge may result in a flame on top of the probe and possible ejection of the electrode assembly from the probe. There is a risk to the patient/user, customer property, or environment because there is a potential for a health risk and property damage should the flame be left unattended. The failure causes a delay in patient results.
AB Sciex is recalling 4500MD Triple Quad Mass Spectrometers with certain serial numbers because a leak of flammable solvent combined with electrical discharge can cause a flame and possible ejection of parts. This poses a risk to the user, property, or environment if the flame is not attended to, and may delay patient results.
The hazard occurs when a leak of highly flammable solvent at the ion source probe combines with an electrical discharge, potentially causing a flame on top of the probe and ejecting the electrode assembly. This can lead to health risks, property damage, or environmental hazards if the flame is left unattended. The failure also delays patient results.
Users of the 4500MD Triple Quad Mass Spectrometer in medical labs are most at risk, particularly those handling samples where the device is used for patient testing.
Check for the specific serial numbers listed in the recall: EJ230051806PL, EJ230061807PL, and other serial numbers provided in the recall notice. The product is a 4500MD Triple Quad Mass Spectrometer with part number 5032522.
Verify if your device has one of the listed serial numbers: EJ230051806PL, EJ230061807PL, EJ230071808, or other specific serial numbers provided in the recall.
AB Sciex recalls these mass spectrometers because a rare leak of highly flammable solvent combined with electrical discharge can cause a flame and potential ejection of parts, risking health, property, or environment.
Check if your device has one of the listed serial numbers. If it does, stop using it until you can contact AB Sciex for further instructions.
The recall states a risk to the user, customer property, or environment, but it is rare and not guaranteed to cause serious injury in normal use.
We’ve drafted a message you can send AB Sciex to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0038-2024 — AB Sciex AB Sciex Hello, I own a AB Sciex that is covered by recall Z-0038-2024 from AB Sciex. 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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