Beckman Coulter recalls Intelligent Peri-Analytical Workstation software v4.2.1 due to potential barcode ID errors when printing consecutively numbered tube labels with multiple zeros in the middle.
Sorting-Drive software version 4.2 (released in October 2015) introduced a new option for iPAW and the Sorting-Drive Client that is used for manual printing of barcodes. Sorting Drive software version 4.2 was replaced by 4.2.1 (both versions contain the same option for manual barcode printing). When printing consecutively numbered tube labels using this optional Barcode Counter function, the system incorrectly converts numbers with consecutive multiple zeroes in the middle, potentially leading to wrong barcode IDs. The firm reports this does not affect automated label creation or reprinting of individual labels and that no other system functions are affected.
Beckman Coulter is recalling its Intelligent Peri-Analytical Workstation software version 4.2.1 because it can incorrectly convert numbers with consecutive zeros when printing tube labels. This error may lead to wrong barcode IDs but does not affect automated label creation or individual label reprinting.
The software version 4.2.1 has a feature that incorrectly converts numbers with consecutive zeros in the middle when printing tube labels. This could result in wrong barcode IDs, but it does not affect automated label creation or individual label reprints.
Users of Beckman Coulter's Intelligent Peri-Analytical Workstation software version 4.2.1, particularly those printing tube labels with consecutive numbers containing multiple zeros. Laboratory technicians and staff using the system are most at risk of mislabeled samples.
Check if your Intelligent Peri-Analytical Workstation (iPAW) software is version 4.2.1 (or the older 4.2 version). The product was sold with catalog number A89492.
Verify your iPAW software version by checking the system settings or documentation.
No, the firm reports this does not affect automated label creation or reprinting of individual labels.
The official notice does not specify actions for correcting barcode errors after the recall.
The recall record does not mention any remedy or fix for this issue.
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Subject: Recall Z-0353-2019 — Beckman Coulter Beckman Coulter Hello, I own a Beckman Coulter that is covered by recall Z-0353-2019 from Beckman Coulter. 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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