Western/Scott Fetzer recalls Digital VIPR oxygen tanks with faulty pressure gauges that may show higher pressure than actual, risking oxygen depletion without alarms during use.
Gauge malfunction: Digital gauge displays an incorrect tank pressure - displays pressure higher than actual tank pressure. This may lead to tank running out of oxygen during use without audible alarms, potentially leading to an out of oxygen event and no flow.
Western/Scott Fetzer is recalling Digital VIPR oxygen tanks that display incorrect pressure readings. This could cause oxygen to run out during use without warning, potentially leading to unsafe conditions.
The digital gauge shows higher pressure than what's actually in the tank. This can cause the oxygen to run out during use without any audible alarms, leading to potential oxygen depletion.
Users of Western/Scott Fetzer Digital VIPR oxygen tanks from May 29, 2020, to December 7, 2022, are affected. People who rely on these oxygen systems for medical use are most at risk.
Check for model numbers ROC-9839, ROC-9840, MNDR-600, MNDS-602, or MNDS-603 on the device. Units distributed between May 29, 2020, and December 7, 2022, are affected.
Look for model numbers ROC-9839, ROC-9840, MNDR-600, MNDS-602, or MNDS-603 on the device.
Confirm the device was distributed between May 29, 2020, and December 7, 2022.
The digital gauge displays higher pressure than actual tank pressure, which can cause oxygen to run out during use without audible alarms.
Check the model number and distribution date to see if it's affected. If so, contact Western/Scott Fetzer for guidance.
The recall record does not specify a remedy or fix.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Western/Scott Fetzer to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1376-2023 — Western/Scott Fetzer Western/Scott Fetzer Hello, I own a Western/Scott Fetzer that is covered by recall Z-1376-2023 from Western/Scott Fetzer. 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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