Alere recalls Cholestech LDX Analyzer model 14-874 with specific power supplies (1837d, 1843d) due to reversed polarity making the device inoperable. Affected units include listed lot/serial numbers.
The polarity of the output of power supply was reversed. Due to polarity of the output of power supplies being reversed, it renders the power supplies nonfunctional and the analyzer inoperable.
Alere is recalling Cholestech LDX Analyzer model 14-874 units with specific power supplies (identifying codes 1837d and 1843d) because the power supplies have reversed polarity, rendering the analyzer inoperable. This means the device won't work properly and should not be used.
The power supplies have reversed polarity, which makes them nonfunctional. This causes the analyzer to become inoperable, meaning it cannot properly test blood samples for cholesterol and other lipid markers.
Users of the Alere Cholestech LDX Analyzer model 14-874 with power supplies containing identifying codes 1837d or 1843d are affected. Most at risk are individuals who regularly use this blood testing device for lipid profile analysis.
Check if your Cholestech LDX Analyzer has model number 14-874 and power supplies with identifying codes 1837d or 1843d. Affected units also have specific lot codes (418197-418253) and serial numbers listed in the recall notice.
Look for identifying codes 1837d or 1843d on the power supply to determine if it's affected.
Check if your unit has lot codes 418197, 418198, 418199, 418252, or 418253 on the meter kit.
Confirm your serial numbers match the list provided in the recall notice to identify affected units.
The power supplies have reversed polarity, which makes them nonfunctional and causes the analyzer to become inoperable.
Check if your power supply has identifying codes 1837d or 1843d, or if your unit has the listed lot codes or serial numbers. If affected, the device will not work properly.
The recall does not provide a fix; the device must be stopped using as it is inoperable.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Alere to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2475-2019 — Alere Alere Hello, I own a Alere that is covered by recall Z-2475-2019 from Alere. 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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