Siemens recalls Cios Alpha and Cios Spin mobile X-ray systems due to a hardware error that can occur after previous repairs. Affected units may require specific action to prevent potential issues.
Siemens has become aware of a hardware error which affects Cios Spin and Cios Alpha systems after the previous repair of the X-ray Generator with an integrated Energy Storage Unit (ESU).
Siemens is recalling Cios Alpha and Cios Spin mobile X-ray systems because a hardware error can occur after a previous repair. This error could lead to potential issues with the system's operation.
The hardware error affects the X-ray generator after a previous repair with an integrated Energy Storage Unit (ESU). This could lead to potential issues with the system's operation, though the specific risk is not detailed in the recall.
Healthcare facilities using Siemens Cios Alpha or Cios Spin mobile X-ray systems are likely affected. Medical staff and patients using these systems are at risk if the hardware error occurs.
Check for the Cios Alpha or Cios Spin mobile X-ray systems with model numbers including VA308194. The recall applies to units sold after the previous repair.
Verify if your system has been repaired with the integrated Energy Storage Unit (ESU) as this may trigger the hardware error.
Siemens has become aware of a hardware error that can affect Cios Spin and C:ios Alpha systems after a previous repair of the X-ray generator with an integrated Energy Storage Unit (ESU).
The recall does not specify a remedy, so check with Siemens for further instructions if your system has been repaired with the ESU.
The recall does not mention a risk of serious injury, so the danger level is low risk.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Siemens to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2888-2020 — Siemens Siemens Hello, I own a Siemens that is covered by recall Z-2888-2020 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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