GE Healthcare recalls Optima CT660 CT scanners sold under various names in Japan. Some models have a damaged cable that could expose 120VAC to service engineers working inside the gantry. No remedy is specified in the recall notice.
GE Healthcare has identified that some CT systems may have a damaged cable that can expose 120VAC to Service Engineers working inside the gantry.
GE Healthcare is recalling certain Optima CT660 CT scanners sold in Japan due to a potential damaged cable that could expose 120VAC electricity to service engineers working inside the gantry. This hazard requires immediate attention to prevent electrical shock risks.
The damaged cable in some CT systems could expose 120VAC electricity to service engineers working inside the gantry. This poses a risk of electrical shock if the cable is damaged and service engineers come into contact with exposed wiring.
Service engineers working inside the gantry of the recalled CT scanners are most at risk. The recall affects specific models sold in Japan under various product names.
Check if your CT scanner is listed under the product names in the recall notice, such as BEIJING OPTIMA CT660 PRO GT1700 or OPTIMA CT660. The recall includes specific model numbers and serial numbers.
Identify your CT scanner model by checking the product name or serial number on the device.
Reach out to GE Healthcare Japan Corporation for specific guidance on whether your model is affected and what steps to take.
Check if your CT scanner model is listed in the recall notice, such as BEIJING OPTIMA CT660 PRO GT1700 or OPTIMA CT660. The recall includes specific model numbers and serial numbers.
Contact GE Healthcare Japan Corporation directly for specific guidance on whether your model is affected and what steps to take.
The recall notice does not specify any remedy or corrective action.
We’ve drafted a message you can send GE Healthcare to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2871-2018 — GE Healthcare GE Healthcare Hello, I own a GE Healthcare that is covered by recall Z-2871-2018 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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