GETINGE recalls Maquet flat screen monitor holders with specific serial numbers due to potential electric shock risk from improper grounding. Affected units may cause mild to severe electric shock when used with 100-220V power.
The affected flat screen monitor holders might not be compliant with grounding requirements. As a consequence, there is a risk of mild to severe/fatal electric shock under certain conditions while using the flat screen monitor holder with voltage of 100-220V.
GETINGE is recalling specific Maquet flat screen monitor holders that might not be properly grounded. This could lead to mild to severe electric shock if used with standard household electricity (100-220V).
The monitor holders might not meet grounding requirements, meaning electricity could flow through the device to a person during use. This risk is higher when the monitor is connected to standard household electrical outlets (100-220V).
Medical professionals using the monitor holders in clinical settings are most at risk. The recall affects specific serial numbers of the Maquet XS Flat Screen Monitor Holder.
Check for serial numbers 500013, 500014, 500096, or 500097 on the monitor holder. The product is designed for medical use with flat screens or surgical lights.
Look for serial numbers 500013, 500014, 500096, or 500097 on the monitor holder.
The recall states that the monitor holders might not be compliant with grounding requirements, which could lead to electric shock. Affected units should be checked for the specific serial numbers listed.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so the official notice does not state what action to take. Check the serial numbers to see if your unit is affected.
Check for serial numbers 500013, 500014, 500096, or 500097 on the monitor holder. The product is designed for medical use with flat screens or surgical lights.
We’ve drafted a message you can send GETINGE to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0990-2019 — GETINGE GETINGE Hello, I own a GETINGE that is covered by recall Z-0990-2019 from GETINGE. 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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