Philips Medical Systems recalls NMR imaging systems with model 781439 due to potential ceiling speaker falling and being pulled by magnetic field.
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 Medical Systems is recalling all NMR imaging systems with model number 781439. The risk is that ceiling speakers could fall and be pulled toward the MRI machine by its magnetic field, which could cause injury.
The MRI machine's strong magnetic field can attract metal objects, including ceiling speakers. If the speakers fall, they might be pulled toward the machine, potentially causing injury to people nearby.
Medical facilities using Philips Medical Systems NMR imaging systems with model number 781439 are affected. Staff and patients near the MRI machine could be at risk if the ceiling speakers fall.
Check if your NMR imaging system has model number 781439. This recall applies to all systems produced by Philips Medical Systems Nederlands.
Identify the model number on your NMR imaging system to confirm if it is 781439.
This recall applies to Philips Medical Systems NMR imaging systems with model number 781439. If your machine has this model, it is affected.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so you should check with Philips Medical Systems Nederlands for further instructions.
Yes, if the ceiling speakers fall and are pulled toward the MRI machine, it could cause injury to people nearby.
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Subject: Recall Z-0926-2019 — Philips Medical Systems Philips Medical Systems Hello, I own a Philips Medical Systems that is covered by recall Z-0926-2019 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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