Olympus recalls Bronchovideoscope BF-P240 models due to potential loosening of the instrument channel port when non-Olympus accessories are attached. All units are affected.
The attachment of non-Olympus accessories to the bronchoscope s instrument channel port may have resulted in more applied force than expected and lead to loosening of the instrument channel port.
Olympus is recalling all Bronchovideoscope BF-P240 models because attaching non-Olympus accessories might cause the instrument channel port to loosen. This could lead to safety issues during use.
The instrument channel port may loosen when non-Olymp: Olympus accessories are attached, which could cause the device to malfunction or become unsafe during procedures.
Healthcare professionals using the Bronchovideoscope BF-P240 are most at risk. All units produced are affected.
Check for the Bronchovideoscope BF-P240 model with any lot code. All units are affected by this recall.
Ensure the instrument channel port is securely attached with Olympus accessories only.
Yes, all Bronchovideoscope BF-P240 models are affected by this recall.
Ensure the instrument channel port is securely attached with Olympus accessories only to prevent loosening.
Yes, but only if you use Olympus accessories exclusively to avoid potential loosening of the instrument channel port.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-3298-2018 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-3298-2018 from Olympus. 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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