CanadaThe affected product is the MAMMOMAT Inspiration mammography system with part number/serial 14467741 and model/catalogue number 101 40 000. It was recalled because its operator table is not intended or released for bus installations and may loosen or let parts (for example screws, monitor, monitor holder) fall off during transportation, posing a risk of serious injury to operating staff and damage to the lead shield. Contact the manufacturer for additional information.
What's being recalled
Companies: Siemens Healthcare GmbH, Henkestr. 127, Erlangen, Germany, 91052.
How to identify it
Affected products: MAMMOMAT Inspiration; Lot or serial number: 14467741; Model or catalogue number: 101 40 000
The hazard
The operator table (part number 14467741) is not intended and not released for bus installations as it was designed for stationary operation only. Due to the impacts and/or vibrations during transportation, there is a risk that parts of the operator table (e.g. screws, monitor, monitor holder) could come loose and potentially fall off resulting in a risk of serious injury to the operating staff from falling parts. In addition, damage to the lead shield may also occur.
What to do
Contact the manufacturer if you require additional information.
The official notice
This page is a summary of the notice published by Health Canada, collected from Health Canada, CFIA and Transport Canada. Check the original before you act on it.
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