Konica Minolta Sonimage HS1 AC Adapter Recall: Risk of Smoke Emission

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Recalling firmKonica Minolta Medical Imaging USA, Inc.411 Newark Pompton Tpke · Wayne, NJ 07470-6657

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What happened, in plain English

Konica Minolta is recalling Sonimage HS1 ultrasound kit AC adapters that could break internally and emit smoke. This poses a fire risk if the adapter is used near flammable materials.

Why it’s dangerous

The AC adapter's internal circuit board can break, leading to smoke emission. This smoke could ignite nearby flammable materials, potentially causing a fire hazard.

Who’s affected

Healthcare professionals using the Sonimage HS1 ultrasound system with the recalled AC adapters are most at risk. Patients using the ultrasound equipment could also be affected if the adapter malfunctions.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for product number A8AR on the adapter. Affected units have serial numbers starting with 'A8AR-' (e.g., A8AR-00068, A8AR-00031).

Brand
Konica Minolta
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

Check Adapter Serial Number
Look for serial numbers starting with 'A8AR-' on the adapter's label.
Stop Using If Smoke Emitted
Immediately stop using the adapter if you see smoke or a burning smell.

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Questions people ask

What is the product number for the recalled AC adapter?

The product number is A8AR.

How can I tell if my adapter is affected?

Check for serial numbers starting with 'A8AR-' on the adapter's label.

Is there a fix for this issue?

The recall record does not mention a remedy or fix.

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Subject: Recall Z-1215-2018 — Konica Minolta Konica Minolta

Hello,

I own a Konica Minolta that is covered by recall Z-1215-2018 from Konica Minolta.

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-1215-2018 (December 4, 2017) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-1215-2018 to see it in context.
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Konica Minolta Medical Imaging USA, Inc. recalls Sonimage HS1 Ultrasound Kit AC adapter, Product Number: A8AR, UDI: 04560141941588

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