Philips recalls Intera 1.0T Power/Pulsar MRI systems with model 781103 due to potential ceiling speaker falling and being pulled by magnetic field. Affected units may need repair or replacement.
There is a potential for the ceiling speaker(s) to fall from their position and be pulled to the MR system by the magnetic field.
Philips is recalling certain Intera 1.0T Power/Pulsar MRI systems because ceiling speakers could fall and be pulled by the magnetic field. This could cause injury if the speaker falls into the MRI machine.
The ceiling speakers in these MRI systems could fall due to the magnetic field pulling them toward the MRI machine. If the speaker falls into the machine, it could cause injury to anyone nearby.
Medical facilities using Philips Intera 1.0T Power/Pulsar MRI systems with model number 781103 are most at risk. Patients and staff near the MRI machine during operation could be affected.
Check for the model number 781103 on the Intera 1.0T Power/Pulsar MRI system. This recall applies to all systems sold by Philips Medical Systems Nederlands.
Look for model number 781103 on the Intera 1.0T Power/Pulsar MRI system.
The ceiling speakers could fall and be pulled by the magnetic field, potentially causing injury if they fall into the MRI machine.
Check the model number on your system. If it's 781103, contact Philips Medical Systems Nederlands for further instructions.
The recall states there is a potential for injury if the ceiling speaker falls into the MRI machine, but no specific injury cases have been reported.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Philips Medical Systems to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0876-2019 — Philips Medical Systems Philips Medical Systems Hello, I own a Philips Medical Systems that is covered by recall Z-0876-2019 from Philips Medical Systems. 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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