Ventana Medical Systems recalls HE 600 lab slide preparer due to potential fluid leaks causing electrical shorts and fire. All units are affected.
There is a potential for fluid leak inside the Ventana HE 600 instrument which could result in electrical short and fire
Ventana Medical Systems is recalling its HE 600 automated slide preparer for labs because fluid leaks inside could cause electrical shorts and fire. This risk affects all units produced.
Fluid leaks inside the device can cause electrical shorts, which may lead to fire. This happens because the system is designed for lab use where precise fluid handling is critical.
Laboratory users who own or operate the Ventana HE 600 system are affected. Those handling lab samples in high-risk environments face the highest risk.
Check for the Ventana HE 600 system with any lot number. The device is sold for laboratory use and has a unique identifier starting with 04015630976010.
Inspect the device for signs of fluid leakage, which could indicate the hazard.
Reach out to Ventana Medical Systems for guidance on next steps if leaks are found.
The product is not safe due to the risk of fluid leaks causing electrical shorts and fire. Ventana recommends checking for leaks and contacting them for guidance.
All Ventana HE 600 systems are affected. Look for the unique identifier starting with 04015630976010 to confirm.
Contact Ventana Medical Systems for guidance on next steps if leaks are found.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Ventana to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1374-2022 — Ventana Ventana Hello, I own a Ventana that is covered by recall Z-1374-2022 from Ventana. 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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