Beckman Coulter recalls MicroScan WalkAway-40 Plus instruments with incorrect 1-ampere power connector that may cause electrical issues. Affected units have specific serial numbers and model codes.
WalkAway Instruments may have been assembled with the incorrect AC power entry connector inlet with is rated at 1 ampere current rating rather than the correct current rating of 10 ampere
Beckman Coulter is recalling MicroScan WalkAway-40 Plus instruments that may have an incorrect power connector rated at 1 ampere instead of the required 10 ampere. This could lead to electrical problems if the device is used normally.
The instrument may have been assembled with a power connector rated at 1 ampere instead of the correct 10 ampere rating. This mismatch could cause electrical issues if the device is used normally, but the hazard is not described as causing serious injury.
Users of the MicroScan WalkAway-40 Plus instrument with specific serial numbers (34010003-34010024) are affected. Laboratory technicians and medical professionals using this device are most at risk.
Check for the serial numbers 34010003 through 34010024 on your MicroScan WalkAway-40 Plus instrument. The product code is B1018-283 with UDI-DI code 1509959065866.
Inspect the power connector for a 1-ampere rating instead of the required 10-ampere rating.
The recalled model is MicroScan WalkAway-40 Plus with reference number B1018-283.
Check for serial numbers 34010003 through 34010024 on your MicroScan WalkAway-40 Plus instrument.
The recall record does not mention a remedy or fix for this issue.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Beckman Coulter to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1083-2022 — Beckman Coulter Beckman Coulter Hello, I own a Beckman Coulter that is covered by recall Z-1083-2022 from Beckman Coulter. 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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