GE Healthcare recalls Optima CT 520 CT scanners with improper UPS wiring that could cause system shutdowns during power outages.
Some CT and CT/PET systems recently installed with a GE supplied A! electrical panel may not be properly wired to the partial system UPS (Uninteruptible Power Supply).
GE Healthcare is recalling some Optima CT 520 CT scanners that may not be properly wired to the UPS power supply. This could cause the system to shut down during power outages, potentially disrupting medical procedures.
The CT scanners may not be properly connected to the UPS power supply. This could cause the system to shut down during power outages, potentially disrupting medical procedures and delaying critical care.
Healthcare facilities using the Optima CT 520 CT scanners with the specific serial numbers mentioned in the recall. Patients and staff at these facilities are at risk during power outages.
Check for the serial number CBCRG1700051HM or System ID Number 580622O520 on the scanner. The recall applies to specific units installed with GE's A! electrical panel.
Verify the serial number or system ID number on your Optima CT 520 scanner to see if it matches the recalled units.
The recall is due to potential improper wiring of the CT scanners to the UPS power supply, which could cause system shutdowns during power outages.
Check the serial number or system ID number on your scanner to see if it matches the recalled units. If it does, contact GE Healthcare for further instructions.
The recall does not mention a risk of serious injury. The potential issue is system shutdowns during power outages, which could disrupt medical procedures but not cause direct injury.
We’ve drafted a message you can send GE Healthcare to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2585-2018 — GE Healthcare GE Healthcare Hello, I own a GE Healthcare that is covered by recall Z-2585-2018 from GE Healthcare. 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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