Capintec recalls two models of thyroid uptake systems due to potential spring arm failure from broken tension rods, which could cause the collimator to fall 25 inches. Affected units have specific serial numbers.
There is a potential for the spring arm failure as a result of a broken tension rod (a component inside the arm). A break in the tension rod can casue the collimator to fall downward to its lowest point of travel, approximately 25 inches from the ground.
Capintec is recalling two models of thyroid uptake systems because a broken tension rod inside the spring arm could cause the collimator to fall 25 inches from the ground. This poses a risk of injury if the device falls on someone.
The tension rod inside the spring arm can break, causing the collimator to drop 25 inches to the ground. If the device falls on someone, it could cause injury. This is a mechanical failure that may not happen immediately but could occur during normal use.
Healthcare professionals using the Captus 3000 Thyroid Uptake System for thyroid tests are most at risk. The recall affects specific serial numbers of the device.
Check the serial number on the device. Affected models are Captus 3000 Thyroid Uptake System with serial numbers 901100 to 901309 or 901310 to 901965 as of January 15, 2019.
Look for the serial number on the device to determine if it is affected.
The recall is due to a potential spring arm failure from a broken tension rod, which could cause the collimator to fall 25 inches to the ground.
Captus 3000 Thyroid Uptake System, Model # 5430-0076 and 5430-0077 with serial numbers 901100 through 901309 or 901310 through 901965 as of January 15, 2019.
Check the serial number on the device. If it is between 901100 and 901309 or 901310 and 901965 as of January 15, 2019, it is affected.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Capintec to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0550-2019 — Capintec Capintec Hello, I own a Capintec that is covered by recall Z-0550-2019 from Capintec. 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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