Inpeco recalls specific lab equipment models due to potential freezing of modules without warning, which may delay test results for patients. Affected units include FlexLab (FLX), Accelerator a3600 (ACP), and Aptio Automation (AP2) with listed serial numbers.
Module may freeze without generating user warning. There is a potential risk in delay of sample processing, leading to delayed delivery of test results to patients.
Inpeco is recalling certain laboratory automation systems because their modules can freeze without alerting users. This delay in processing samples might cause test results to be delivered to patients later than expected.
The modules in these lab systems can freeze without generating a user warning. This freezing may cause delays in processing samples, which could lead to test results being delivered to patients later than necessary.
Laboratory technicians and healthcare facilities using the recalled FlexLab, Accelerator a3600, or Aptio Automation systems are most at risk. Patients may experience delayed test results if the equipment is not fixed.
Check for the listed serial numbers on the equipment: Accelerator a3600 (ACP.150, ACP.185, ACP.186, ACP.192, ACP.202, ACP.214), FlexLab (FLX.0165, FLX.0127, etc.), and Aptio Automation (AP2.0054, AP2.0056, etc.). Also, verify the part numbers for sample tube carriers: 721501001 for 43 mm carriers and 0A00006957 for 40 mm carriers.
Review the serial numbers listed for the affected models to confirm if your equipment is included.
The modules in these lab systems can freeze without generating a user warning, which may delay sample processing and lead to delayed test results for patients.
Affected models include FlexLab (FLX), Accelerator a3600 (ACP), and Aptio Automation (AP2) with specific serial numbers listed in the recall notice.
Check the part numbers: 721501001 for 43 mm carriers and 0A00006957 for 40 mm carriers.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Inpeco to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1798-2018 — Inpeco Inpeco Hello, I own a Inpeco that is covered by recall Z-1798-2018 from Inpeco. 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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