GE Healthcare recalls two model tomographic imagers due to potential electrical arc flash in the PGR cabinet. Affected units may cause serious injury if not addressed.
Potential electrical arc flash within the Power Gradient & RF (PGR) Cabinet.
GE Healthcare is recalling two specific models of tomographic imagers that combine MRI and PET imaging. The recall is due to a potential electrical arc flash hazard in the Power Gradient & RF cabinet, which could cause serious injury if the device is used improperly.
The Power Gradient & RF cabinet in the device could experience an electrical arc flash, which might cause serious injury. This hazard occurs when the device is used in environments where electrical systems are not properly isolated or maintained.
Medical facilities using the affected GE Healthcare tomographic imagers are most at risk. Patients and staff could be harmed if the device malfunctions during imaging procedures.
Check for model numbers 5726207-8 or 57410: The affected units are GE Healthcare tomographic imagers that combine MRI and PET imaging capabilities.
Reach out to GE Healthcare directly to confirm if your unit is affected and to get instructions for next steps.
Model numbers 5726207-8 and 5741000-28.
The recall is due to a potential electrical arc flash hazard in the Power Gradient & RF cabinet, which could cause serious injury.
The recall does not require immediate discontinuation; however, affected units should be checked for the hazard and contacted for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send GE Healthcare to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0131-2021 — GE Healthcare GE Healthcare Hello, I own a GE Healthcare that is covered by recall Z-0131-2021 from GE Healthcare. 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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