Q-Connect 272 KG Scale Recall: Spreader Bar Detachment Risk

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Recalling firmArjohuntleigh Magog2001 Rue Tanguay, N/A · Magog, Quebec N/A

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What happened, in plain English

Arjohuntleigh Mag: Q-Connect 272 KG Scales used with Maxi Sky 2 ceiling lifts are being recalled because the spreader bar can detach under certain conditions. This could lead to injury if the scale becomes unstable during patient lifting.

Why it’s dangerous

The spreader bar can detach from the scale attachment under certain conditions, potentially causing the scale to become unstable. This instability could lead to injury if the scale is used to lift a patient.

Who’s affected

Healthcare workers and patients using these scales in hospitals, nursing homes, or home care facilities are most at risk. The affected units were sold starting from serial number 300142013 up to 300219867.

How to tell if you have this one

Check the serial number on the scale. Affected units have serial numbers from 300142013 to 300219867. These scales are used with Maxi Sky 2 ceiling lifts for patient weight measurement.

Brand
Arjohuntleigh Magog
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

Check Serial Number
Verify the serial number on the scale to see if it falls within the range 300142013 to 300219867.
Contact Manufacturer
Reach out to Arjohuntleigh Magog for further instructions on how to address the issue.

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Questions people ask

Why is this scale being recalled?

The spreader bar can detach from the scale attachment under certain conditions, which could cause instability during patient lifting.

What is the serial number range for affected units?

Serial numbers from 300142013 to 300219867.

How can I check if my scale is affected?

Check the serial number on the scale. If it falls within the range 300142013 to 300219867, it is affected.

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Subject: Recall Z-2661-2018 — Arjohuntleigh Magog Arjohuntleigh Magog

Hello,

I own a Arjohuntleigh Magog that is covered by recall Z-2661-2018 from Arjohuntleigh Magog.

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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.

Official source: FDA Recall #Z-2661-2018 (February 12, 2018) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-2661-2018 to see it in context.
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Arjohuntleigh Magog recalls Q-Connect 272 KG Scale used with Maxi Sky 2 ceiling lift The Scale is intended to be used with patient lifters to

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