Steris recalls AMSCO 3000 Series Washer/Disinfector Model #3052 due to software issues that may cause inadequate cleaning or damage to medical instruments. Affected units have specific serial numbers listed in the recall notice.
The software in the systems may not process the cycle originally intended. This could result in damage to the various medical devices and instruments processed in the washer/disinfector or potential for inadequate cleaning or disinfection.
Steris is recalling AMSCO 3000 Series Washer/Disinfector Model #3052 because its software might not run cycles correctly, risking improper cleaning or damage to medical tools. This affects healthcare facilities using the device for sterilization.
The software in the device may not process intended cleaning cycles properly. This could lead to medical instruments not being cleaned or disinfected correctly, potentially causing infections or damage to equipment.
Healthcare facilities that use the AMSCO 3000 Series Washer/Disinfector Model #3052 for medical instrument sterilization are most at risk. The recall targets specific serial numbers produced by Steris Corporation.
Check if your device has the model number AMSCO 3000 Series Washer/Disinfector #3052 and one of the listed serial numbers: 3602014006, 3631618006, 3628818009, 3629518008, 3633018010, 3626718010, 3630918008, 3630918010, 3617717013, 3620016019, or 3623516006.
Verify your device has the model number AMSCO 3000 Series Washer/Disinfector #3052 and one of the listed serial numbers.
The software may not process intended cleaning cycles, risking inadequate cleaning or damage to medical instruments.
Check if your device has the model number AMSCO 3000 Series Washer/Disinfector #3052 and one of the listed serial numbers. If it does, contact Steris for further instructions.
The recall record does not specify a remedy or fix for the software issue.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Steris to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0995-2019 — Steris Steris Hello, I own a Steris that is covered by recall Z-0995-2019 from Steris. 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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