Leica Microsystems recalls Provido surgical microscopes with specific part numbers due to potential power supply overheating causing unexpected shutdowns. Affected units include Premium (10448950) and Standard (10448976) models.
There is a potential issue resulting in the Power Supply potentially becoming overheated due to internal components overstressing. Consequently, due to the overstressing of the internal components, one specific component can fail which will cause the device to unexpectedly shutdown.
Leica Microsystems is recalling its Provido surgical microscopes with specific part numbers because the power supply may overheat and cause the device to shut down unexpectedly. This could lead to interruptions in critical medical procedures if the microscope is used during surgery.
The power supply may overheat due to internal component overstressing, which can cause the device to shut down unexpectedly. This risk is particularly concerning during surgical procedures where continuous operation is critical.
Surgical professionals using the Leica Provido microscope systems with the listed part numbers are most at risk. Patients undergoing surgery with these devices could experience delays or interruptions in care.
Check the part number on your Leica Provido microscope. Premium models have part number 10448950 with specific serial numbers listed. Standard models have part number 10448976 with additional serial numbers provided.
Identify the part number on your Leica Provido microscope to determine if it is affected by this recall.
The power supply may overheat due to internal component overstressing, causing the device to shut down unexpectedly during use.
Check the part number: Premium models (10448950) or Standard models (10448976) with the specific serial numbers listed in the recall notice.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Leica Microsystems directly for further instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Leica to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0476-2023 — Leica Leica Hello, I own a Leica that is covered by recall Z-0476-2023 from Leica. 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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