Siemens recalls Artis Q biplane X-ray machines with model 10848282 due to potential overheating if coolant level drops, causing system shutdowns. Affected units have specific serial numbers listed in the recall.
If the coolant level in the cooling circuit drops below a certain level, this may result in a situation in which the X-ray tube is no longer sufficiently cooled and the system will display the message "TUBE HOT, have a break". Several minutes later the system will block X-ray to prevent further damage and display the message "NO XRAY: TUBE TOO HOT".
Siemens is recalling Artis Q biplane X-ray machines with model number 10848282 because low coolant levels can cause the X-ray tube to overheat, leading to system shutdowns. This could disrupt medical imaging procedures if not addressed.
If the coolant level in the machine drops below a safe threshold, the X-ray tube overheats and triggers a shutdown message. The system then blocks X-ray production to prevent damage, but this could cause delays in medical imaging procedures.
Healthcare facilities using the Artis Q biplane X-ray machines with model number 10848282 and specific serial numbers listed in the recall are most at risk. Patients and staff using these machines during procedures may experience temporary interruptions.
Check for the model number 10848282 on the machine. Affected units have specific serial numbers listed in the recall, including many numbers starting with 121 and 134.
Verify the coolant level in the machine's cooling circuit to ensure it is above the safe threshold.
The system displays "TUBE HOT, have a break" and later blocks X-ray production with "NO XRAY: TUBE TOO HOT" to prevent damage.
Check for model number 10848282 and serial numbers listed in the recall, which include many starting with 121 or 134.
No, but you should check the coolant level regularly to avoid overheating. The recall does not require immediate shutdown.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Siemens to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0976-2022 — Siemens Siemens Hello, I own a Siemens that is covered by recall Z-0976-2022 from Siemens. 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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