Leica recalls ARveo and M530 OH6 surgical microscopes due to voltage changes causing unintended shutdowns during procedures. Affected units have specific serial numbers listed in the recall notice.
Possible unintended interruption of surgical procedures due to equipment shutdown, related to changes in voltage.
Leica is recalling ARveo and M530 OH6 microscope systems because voltage changes might cause them to shut down unexpectedly during surgery. This could interrupt critical procedures and is a serious risk for surgical teams.
Voltage fluctuations in the microscope systems can cause unintended shutdowns during surgery. This interruption could halt critical procedures and lead to patient safety risks if not addressed promptly.
Surgical teams using the Leica ARveo or M530 OH6 microscope systems are most at risk. Patients and medical staff who own or use these specific models may be affected.
Check for the specific serial numbers listed in the recall notice: M530 OH6 models include OH6-016215, OH6-042317, and other serials starting with OH6-; ARveo models have serials starting with OHA-.
Identify if your microscope has a serial number matching the list provided in the recall notice.
The recall is due to possible unintended shutdowns during surgery caused by voltage changes in the equipment.
Check your serial number against the list provided in the recall notice. If it matches, contact Leica for further instructions.
Yes, voltage changes could cause the microscope to shut down unexpectedly during surgery, potentially interrupting critical procedures.
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Subject: Recall Z-2399-2020 — Leica Leica Hello, I own a Leica that is covered by recall Z-2399-2020 from Leica. 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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