Toshiba recalls specific INFX-8000F fluoroscopy systems due to ceiling drive bolts loosening during use, potentially causing device errors. Affected units have listed serial numbers.
During an examination a device error occurred and the ceiling drive operation was disabled. It was found that the fastening bolts of the driving portion of the ceiling drive loosened cause the error.
Toshiba is recalling certain INFX-8000F fluoroscopy X-ray systems because fastening bolts in the ceiling drive mechanism can loosen, causing the device to stop working during exams. This could lead to incomplete procedures or equipment failure if not addressed.
The fastening bolts in the ceiling drive mechanism can loosen during use, causing the device to stop working unexpectedly. This error may lead to incomplete medical exams or equipment failure if the system is not functioning properly.
Medical facilities using the recalled INFX-8000F systems are most at risk. Patients undergoing X-ray exams with these systems may experience incomplete procedures due to the device error.
Check the serial numbers listed: AHA1592004, AGB1482001, AHA1482001, AGA1492002, AHA14Z2002, AGA1552003, UUB13Y2039, AHA15Y2005, AHA1612006, AHB1662007, AGB1682004, AGB1692005, AGB16Z2006, AHB1712008, AHB1712009, AGB1712007, AHA1582003. These units were sold between 2013 and 2017.
Verify your unit's serial number against the list provided in the recall notice.
The fastening bolts in the ceiling drive mechanism can loosen during use, causing the device to stop working unexpectedly during exams.
Check your serial number against the list provided in the recall notice. If it matches, contact Toshiba for further instructions.
The recall addresses potential device errors during exams, but no specific injury risks are mentioned in the notice.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Toshiba to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0842-2018 — Toshiba Toshiba Hello, I own a Toshiba that is covered by recall Z-0842-2018 from Toshiba. 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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