Philips recalls Intera Achieva 1.5T Pulsar MRI systems with model 781171 due to risk of ceiling speakers falling and being pulled by magnetic fields. Affected units may need inspection or repair.
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 Achieva 1.5T 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 may fall from their position due to the magnetic field of the MRI system. If the speaker falls into the MRI machine, it could cause injury to people nearby.
Medical facilities using Philips Intera Achieva 1.5T Pulsar MRI systems with model number 781171 are most at risk. Patients and staff near the MRI machine during operation could be affected.
Check for the model number 781171 on the Intera Achieva 1.5T Pulsar MRI system. This recall applies to all systems sold by Philips Medical Systems Nederlands.
Look for the model number 781171 on the Intera Achieva 1.5T Pulsar MRI system.
This recall applies to medical facilities using the MRI system, not directly to patients.
Check for the model number 781171 on the Intera Achieva 1.5T Pulsar MRI system.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Philips Medical Systems Nederlands for further instructions.
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-0887-2019 — Philips Medical Systems Philips Medical Systems Hello, I own a Philips Medical Systems that is covered by recall Z-0887-2019 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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