GE OEC recalls field upgrade kits for OEC 9800/9900 systems due to potential image intensifier detachment causing injuries like fractures. Affected kits include specific part numbers and serials.
Image intensifiers on systems, used to provide fluoroscopic/digital spot images can become detached if the systems encounter a large impact force when moved, which may result in the image intensifier falling, which could lead to injuries such as fractures, hematoma, contusion, bruise, pain.
GE OEC is recalling field upgrade kits for certain OEC 9800 and 9900 medical imaging systems. The image intensifiers could detach if the system is moved after a large impact, potentially causing injuries such as fractures or bruising.
The image intensifier component can become detached if the medical imaging system experiences a large impact force during movement. This detachment could cause the component to fall, potentially leading to injuries like fractures, bruising, or other trauma to nearby individuals.
Medical professionals using GE OEC 9800 or 9900 systems with the recalled field upgrade kits are most at risk. Patients and staff near the equipment during detachment events could also be affected.
Check if your OEC 9800 or 9900 system has field upgrade kits with part numbers 5451208, 5485304, or 5761613. The kits were sold with specific serial numbers and order codes listed in the recall notice.
Identify if your field upgrade kit has part numbers 5451208, 5485304, or 5761613 for OEC 9800 or 9900 systems.
If the image intensifier becomes detached, stop using the system immediately and contact GE OEC for assistance.
Part numbers 5451208, 5485304, and 5761613 for OEC 9800 and 9900 systems.
Check your system's field upgrade kit part numbers against the list provided in the recall notice, including specific serial numbers and order codes.
Injuries such as fractures, hematoma, contusion, bruising, or pain could occur if the image intensifier detaches and falls.
We’ve drafted a message you can send GE OEC to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2279-2023 — GE OEC GE OEC Hello, I own a GE OEC that is covered by recall Z-2279-2023 from GE OEC. 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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