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ARCHITECT i2000 System and ARCHITECT i2000 SR wash buffer and wash zone mechanism grounding kit. ARCHITECT System is des

FDA device recall Z-0132-2010 · posted 2009-11-09 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Abbott Laboratories, Inc
Reason for recall
Under certain conditions, the product's wash buffer containing sodium azide can come in contact with the wash zone mechanism ground cables on either of the two wash zones. The copper in the ground strap may corrode and form an unstable chemical substance (metal azide) that may be sensitive to direct pressure and impact.
Action taken
A product correction notice was issued to consignees on July 17, 2009. Field representatives were instructed to visit consignees, inspect cables and replace them
Root cause
Other
Status
Terminated
Product code
JJE
Quantity affected
4,526
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution
Date initiated
2009-07-17
Date posted
2009-11-09
Date terminated
2010-01-26
Location
Irving, TX

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