Philips recalls Prodiva CS MRI systems (model 781069) due to risk of ceiling speakers falling and being pulled by magnetic fields. Affected units must be checked for this hazard.
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 its Prodiva CS MRI systems (model 781069) because ceiling speakers could fall and be pulled toward the MRI machine by its magnetic field. This hazard could cause injury if the speakers fall and strike someone.
The MRI machine's strong magnetic field can attract metal objects, including ceiling speakers. If the speakers fall, they could strike people in the MRI room, causing injury.
Medical facilities using Philips Prodiva CS MRI systems (model 781069) are affected. Staff and patients in MRI rooms are at risk if the speakers fall.
Check if your MRI system has model number 781069. The product is a Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Imaging System from Philips Medical Systems Nederlands.
Look for the model number 781069 on the MRI system's label or documentation.
The ceiling speakers could fall and be pulled toward the MRI machine by its magnetic field, potentially causing injury.
Check if your MRI system has model number 781069. If so, contact Philips Medical Systems Nederlands for further instructions.
Yes, if the ceiling speakers fall and strike someone in the MRI room, it could cause injury.
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Subject: Recall Z-0869-2019 — Philips Medical Systems Philips Medical Systems Hello, I own a Philips Medical Systems that is covered by recall Z-0869-2019 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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