Stryker recalls Berchtold Chromophare F628 surgical lights with serial numbers 83171-0017818 to 83171-0123938 due to risk of back cover detachment during use in hospitals.
The back cover of the light head was insufficiently assembled and could potentially fall off the light.
Stryker is recalling Berchtold Chromophare F628 surgical lights that could have their back cover detach while in use. This poses a risk of the cover falling off and potentially causing injury during medical procedures.
The back cover of the light head is not securely assembled and could fall off during use. If the cover detaches, it may cause injury to medical staff or interfere with the lighting during procedures.
Hospital staff and medical professionals who use these surgical lights in treatment rooms. The risk is highest for those handling the lights during procedures where the cover might detach.
Check the serial number on the light head. The affected units have serial numbers from 83171-0017818 to 83171-0123938. These lights are used in hospital treatment rooms for medical procedures.
Look for the serial number on the light head to confirm if it falls within the range 83171-0017818 to 83171-0123938.
The back cover of the light head was insufficiently assembled and could potentially fall off during use in hospital treatment rooms.
Check the serial number to see if it falls within the range 83171-0017818 to 83171-0123938. If it does, contact Stryker Communications for further instructions.
These lights are safe to use in hospitals as long as the back cover remains securely attached. However, the recall indicates a risk of detachment, so they should be checked for proper assembly.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Stryker Communications to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2540-2019 — Stryker Communications Stryker Communications Hello, I own a Stryker Communications that is covered by recall Z-2540-2019 from Stryker Communications. 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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