GE Healthcare recalls Discovery RT CT systems with MID or HVY BJG labels due to potential improper electrical wiring to the UPS, which could cause system failure. Affected units have specific serial numbers and model numbers.
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 certain Discovery RT CT and CT/PET systems that may have improper electrical wiring to the UPS. This could lead to system failure if the system loses power. Affected units have specific model and serial numbers listed in the recall.
The electrical panel may not be properly connected to the UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply), which could cause the system to fail during power outages. This might lead to temporary system shutdowns but does not pose a direct safety risk to users.
Medical facilities that installed Discovery RT systems with MID or HVY BJG labels between 2019 and 2022 are likely affected. The risk is low as the issue is related to improper wiring during installation, not normal use.
Check if your Discovery RT system has a MID BJG or HVY BJG label. Affected units have specific serial numbers and model numbers listed in the recall notice.
Look for MID BJG or HVY BJG labels on the system. Affected units have specific serial numbers and model numbers listed in the recall.
The model number is 2374682-17. Affected units have specific serial numbers listed in the recall notice.
No, the recall does not require immediate stoppage. Affected units may continue to operate but should be checked for proper wiring.
Check for MID BJG or HVY BJG labels and compare the serial numbers listed in the recall notice.
We’ve drafted a message you can send GE Healthcare to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2581-2018 — GE Healthcare GE Healthcare Hello, I own a GE Healthcare that is covered by recall Z-2581-2018 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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