3M recalls Attest Steam Chemical Integrators (REF 1243A) made Nov 2022-Jan 2023 due to ink leaks during sterilization cycles. Affected units have specific lot numbers and UDI/DI codes.
3M Attest Steam Chemical Integrators with dates of manufacture between November 6, 2022 and January 17, 2023 have an increased potential to leak ink during a sterilization cycle.
3M is recalling Attest Steam Chemical Integrators with model REF 1243A made between November 2022 and January 2023 because they may leak ink during sterilization cycles. This could cause contamination of medical equipment and affect patient safety.
The integrators may leak ink during the sterilization cycle, which could contaminate medical equipment. This poses a risk of cross-contamination between medical devices and potential patient exposure to ink.
Healthcare facilities using these specific Attest Steam Chemical Integrators for medical sterilization are affected. Staff handling the equipment or patients using sterilized items may be at risk if leaks occur.
Check for the model REF 1243A with UDI/DI codes: Pouch 30707387785735 (Shipper 50707387785739) and lot numbers EP112025 through ET012026. These units were manufactured between November 6, 2022, and January 17, 2023.
Verify the UDI/DI code (pouch 30707387785735) and lot numbers (EP112025 to ET012026) to confirm if your unit is affected.
The 3M Attest Steam Chemical Integrators with model REF 1243A may leak ink during sterilization cycles, which could contaminate medical equipment and affect patient safety.
Check the UDI/DI code and lot numbers to see if your unit is affected. If it is, contact 3M for further instructions.
These units were manufactured between November 6, 2022, and January 17, 2023.
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Subject: Recall Z-1609-2023 — 3M 3M Hello, I own a 3M that is covered by recall Z-1609-2023 from 3M. 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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