Inpeco FlexLab Centrifuge Module: Unbalanced Loads Risk

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What happened, in plain English

Inpeco is recalling FlexLab Centrifuge Module tubes with specific firmware versions and serial numbers because the loading algorithm might cause unbalanced loads. This could damage the centrifuge and potentially lead to safety issues if not corrected.

Why it’s dangerous

The tube loading algorithm in the FlexLab Centrifuge Module may cause the centrifuge to become unbalanced during operation. Unbalanced loads can damage the centrifuge and potentially cause it to malfunction or fail.

Who’s affected

Users of the Inpeco FlexLab Centrifuge Module with the specified firmware versions and serial numbers are affected. Lab technicians and researchers using this equipment are most at risk.

How to tell if you have this one

Check if your FlexLab Centrifuge Module has the serial numbers listed in the recall notice or firmware versions CM_1-7-0.H86, CM_1-7-1.H86, xCMd_2-5-0.elf, or xCMd_2-5-1-849fad9.elf.

Brand
Inpeco
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

Check Firmware Version
Review your centrifuge's firmware version to see if it matches the recalled versions: CM_1-7-0.H86, CM_1-7-1.H86, xCMd_2-5-0.elf, or xCMd_2-5-1-849fad9.elf.
Verify Serial Number
Confirm your serial number is listed in the provided list of affected serial numbers.

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Questions people ask

Why is this recall happening?

The recall is due to the tube loading algorithm potentially causing unbalanced loads, which could damage the centrifuge.

What firmware versions are affected?

Firmware versions CM_1-7-0.H86, CM_1-7-1.H86, xCMd_2-5-0.elf, and xCMd_2-5-1-849fad9.elf are affected.

How can I check if my centrifuge is affected?

Check your firmware version and serial number against the list provided in the recall notice.

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Subject: Recall Z-1887-2020 — Inpeco Inpeco

Hello,

I own a Inpeco that is covered by recall Z-1887-2020 from Inpeco.

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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.

Official source: FDA Recall #Z-1887-2020 (April 7, 2020) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-1887-2020 to see it in context.
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Inpeco S.A. recalls Inpeco FlexLab Centrifuge Module tube loading algorithm, Inpeco SA P/N: FLX-202, with Firmware Versions: CM_1-7-0.H86

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