Siemens recalls Ysio MAX radiographic systems with Tube stand 3D V models due to rare risk of arm dropping unexpectedly during patient positioning under high workload.
In rare cases of high clinical workload, the steel cables inside the lifting column of the overhead tube, which are designed to take the load, may rapture without triggering the safety lock. This could lead to overloading the safety rope, which is not designed for continuous load and ongoing movement under load. This may lead to mechanical fatigue and cause the arm to drop down unexpectedly during movement in vertical direction and during patient positioning.
Siemens is recalling Ysio MAX radiographic systems with specific Tube stand 3D V models because steel cables inside the lifting column may break under high clinical workload. This could cause the arm to drop unexpectedly during patient positioning, potentially leading to injury.
In rare cases of high clinical workload, the steel cables inside the lifting column may rupture without triggering the safety lock. This can overload the safety rope, which isn't designed for continuous load and movement, leading to mechanical fatigue and unexpected arm drops during patient positioning.
Healthcare facilities using the recalled Ysio MAX systems with Tube stand 3D V models (serial numbers listed) are most at risk during high clinical workload scenarios.
Check if your Ysio MAX system has Tube stand 3D V model numbers 7042018 or 7042034. The serial numbers listed in the recall (e.g., 24077, 24221) indicate affected units.
Identify if your system has Tube stand 3D V model numbers 7042018 or 7042034 with the listed serial numbers.
The recall is due to a rare risk of steel cables rupturing under high clinical workload, which could cause the arm to drop unexpectedly during patient positioning.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Siemens directly for guidance on next steps.
Yes, the recall states that in rare cases of high clinical workload, the arm could drop unexpectedly during patient positioning, potentially causing injury.
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Subject: Recall Z-0300-2019 — Siemens Siemens Hello, I own a Siemens that is covered by recall Z-0300-2019 from Siemens. 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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