Philips recalls Intera Achieva 1.5T MRI systems with model 781176 due to risk of ceiling speakers falling and being pulled by magnetic fields. 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 Achieva 1.5T MRI systems (model 781176) 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 strong magnetic field. If the speaker falls into the MRI machine, it might cause injury to people nearby.
Healthcare facilities using Philips Intera Achieva 1.5T MRI systems with model number 781176 are most at risk. Patients and staff near the MRI machine during operation could be affected.
Check for the model number 781176 on the Intera Achieva 1.5T IT Nova Dual MRI system. This recall applies to all systems sold by Philips Medical Systems Nederlands.
Look for the model number 781176 on the Intera Achieva 1.5T IT Nova Dual MRI system.
Contact Philips Medical Systems Nederlands for instructions on repair or replacement.
The recall applies to healthcare facilities using the MRI system, so both patients and staff could be affected during operation.
Check for the model number 781176 on the Intera Achieva 1.5T IT Nova Dual MRI system.
Contact Philips Medical Systems Nederlands for instructions on repair or replacement.
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-0892-2019 — Philips Medical Systems Philips Medical Systems Hello, I own a Philips Medical Systems that is covered by recall Z-0892-2019 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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