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CENTURION Vision System

FDA device recall Z-2081-2016 · posted 2016-06-28 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Alcon Research, Ltd.
Reason for recall
The grounding pin within the Power Entry Switch on certain systems was susceptible to detachment when the AC power cable is removed.
Action taken
Alcon has already notified the affected customer verbally on May 24, 2016, and via written correspondence on June 1, 2016. The device was corrected on May 26, 2016, and the Power Entry Switch that was removed from the customers CENTURION Vision System did not exhibit a grounding pin susceptible to detachment. For further questions, please call (817) 293-0450.
Root cause
Nonconforming Material/Component
Status
Terminated
Product code
HQC
Quantity affected
1 unit
Distribution
US Distribution to Illinois
Date initiated
2016-05-24
Date posted
2016-06-28
Date terminated
2017-04-13
Location
Fort Worth, TX

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