Philips recalls Azurion Interventional Fluoroscopic X-ray Systems with specific model numbers due to start-up communication issues and emergency stop recovery problems that may cause movement failures.
(1)Start-up problem: Intermittently at start-up of the system, the communication of the control unit that manages the movement of the stand is not established; (2) Emergency stop recovery problem-warm restart is not executed correctly and movement functionality is not available
Philips is recalling certain Azurion Interventional Fluoroscopic X-ray Systems with model numbers 722221, 722228, 722225, 722068, 722226, 722078, and 722224. These systems have a start-up communication problem that can cause movement failures, which may lead to unsafe operation during medical procedures.
The system may intermittently fail to establish communication between the control unit and the stand during start-up, causing movement issues. Additionally, the emergency stop recovery process may not work correctly, leading to potential movement failures during critical medical procedures.
Medical facilities using the recalled Azurion X-ray systems are most at risk, as these devices are used in interventional fluoroscopy procedures. Patients and staff could be affected if the system malfunctions during procedures.
Check for model numbers 722221, 722228, 722225, 722068, 722226, 722078, or 722224 on the device. The system may have a serial number (S/N) and unique device identifier (UDI) as listed in the recall notice.
Identify the model number on the device to confirm if it is one of the recalled numbers: 722221, 722228, 722225, 722068, 722226, 722078, or 722224.
Reach out to Philips customer support for guidance on next steps if the device is affected by the recall.
The affected model numbers are 722221, 722228, 722225, 722068, 722226, 722078, and 722224.
The recall is due to start-up communication issues and emergency stop recovery problems that could cause movement failures during medical procedures.
Check the model number and contact Philips customer support for guidance on next steps.
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Subject: Recall Z-0471-2022 — Philips Philips Hello, I own a Philips that is covered by recall Z-0471-2022 from Philips. 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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