Genicon recalls Model 210-005-052 universal handles due to potential plastic tip detachment from metal shaft. This could cause injury during use. Affected units sold with lot number I9524-A.
There is potential for the plastic optical tip to become detached from the metal shaft.
Genicon is recalling its Natura Model 210-005-052 universal handles because the plastic optical tip might detach from the metal shaft. This could lead to injury if the detached tip causes a pinch or cut during use.
The plastic optical tip can become detached from the metal shaft during use. This detachment could cause the tip to pinch or cut the user's skin, especially during precise medical procedures where the handle is used as a surgical tool.
Users of the Genicon Natura Model 210-005-052 universal handles with lot number I9524-A are affected. People using these handles for medical procedures or as surgical tools are at higher risk.
Check for the Genicon Natura Model 210-005-052 handle with a 5mm diameter and 70mm length. The lot number I9524-A is associated with this recall.
Inspect the plastic optical tip for signs of detachment from the metal shaft.
Reach out to Genicon, Inc. for further guidance on handling the recalled item.
The recall indicates a potential for the plastic tip to detach from the metal shaft, which could cause injury. However, the remedy does not specify immediate action to stop use, so it's considered a caution rather than a stop.
The lot number for this recall is I9524-A.
Look for the Genicon Natura Model 210-005-052 handle with a 5mm diameter and 70mm length, and the lot number I9524-A.
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Subject: Recall Z-2279-2020 — Genicon Genicon Hello, I own a Genicon that is covered by recall Z-2279-2020 from Genicon. 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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