Siemens recalls Cios Select VA 21 mobile X-ray systems due to potential electric shock from liquid ingress if plexiglass cover falls off. Affected units have specific serial numbers and were sold for medical use. Contact Siemens for details.
Incorrect glue was applied on the plexiglass sheet on the single tank cover assembly could potentially fall off and the ingress of liquid may occur, the risk of electric shock exists (e.g., ingress of a large amount of liquid following the plexiglass dropping off, at the same time the user or operator happens to touch the liquid on the cover which is connected to the internal live parts).
Siemens is recalling Cios Select VA 21 mobile X-ray systems that could have incorrect glue causing the plexiglass cover to fall off. This might let liquid enter the system, creating a risk of electric shock if the user touches live parts. The recall affects medical devices used in operating rooms and other clinical settings.
The plexiglass cover could detach due to incorrect glue, allowing liquid to enter the system. If the user touches the wet cover while it's connected to live electrical parts, electric shock could occur.
Medical professionals using the Cios Select VA 21 mobile X-ray system in hospitals or clinics are most at risk. The recall applies to specific units sold for operating rooms, trauma, endoscopy, and other medical settings.
Check for the serial numbers 30001, 30002, 30008, 30013, 30029, 30031, 30032, 30033, or 30034 on the device. The system is intended for use in operating rooms, trauma, endoscopy, and other medical settings.
Look for the serial numbers 30001, 30002, 30008, 30013, 30029, 30031, 30032, 30033, or 30034 on the device.
Incorrect glue could cause the plexiglass cover to fall off, allowing liquid to enter the system and potentially causing electric shock if the user touches live parts.
Check for the serial numbers 30001, 30002, 30008, 30013, 30029, 30031, 30032, 30033, or 30034 on the device.
Contact Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc for instructions on next steps.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Siemens to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2240-2023 — Siemens Siemens Hello, I own a Siemens that is covered by recall Z-2240-2023 from Siemens. 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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