Philips CombiDiagnost R9: X-ray System Recall - Tube Adapter Risk
Philips recalls CombiDiagnost R90 X-ray systems where tube adapter-plate wiring was improperly installed, risking electrical hazards. Affected units may need repair or replacement.
Recall notice
The tube adapter-plate green/yellow protective earthing (PE) wire was removed. and spacers with different thickness were used to position pre-loc ring in respect to focal spot in specified distance.
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What happened, in plain English
Philips is recalling CombiDiagnost R90 X-ray systems that may have had the tube adapter-plate green/yellow protective earthing wire removed and spacers used incorrectly. This could cause electrical hazards if the system is used without proper grounding. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/72809-philips-combidiagnost-r9-x-ray-system-recall-tube-adapter-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/72809-philips-combidiagnost-r9-x-ray-system-recall-tube-adapter-risk · Updated September 14, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #Z-0330-2018
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“Philips CombiDiagnost R9: X-ray System Recall - Tube Adapter Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated September 14, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/72809-philips-combidiagnost-r9-x-ray-system-recall-tube-adapter-risk. Based on FDA recall #Z-0330-2018 (https://api.fda.gov/device/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22Z-0330-2018%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
The tube adapter-plate green/yellow protective earthing wire was removed, and spacers with different thickness were used to position the pre-loc ring. This improper installation could lead to electrical hazards if the system is used without proper grounding.
Who’s affected
Healthcare facilities using Philips CombiDiagnost R90 X-ray systems are likely affected. Medical staff and patients using these systems could be at risk if the electrical issue remains uncorrected.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for CombiDiagnost R90 X-ray systems with UDI 709030. The issue involves improper installation of the tube adapter-plate wiring and spacers.
- Brand
Philips- Category
Medical device
What to do — step by step
Check for Improper Wiring
Inspect the tube adapter-plate for a removed green/yellow protective earthing wire and incorrect spacer use.
How this recall unfolded
Recall timeline
FDA terminated this recall 11 months after the firm started it.
- Firm started the recall
- FDA classified it Class II
- Published in FDA’s Enforcement Report
- FDA terminated the recall
Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.
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- Official source: FDA Recall #Z-0330-2018 (October 19, 2017) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-0330-2018 to see it in context.
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