Recalling Firm / Manufacturer

Philips Medical Systems

Product

The product is an isolation transformer, an accessory to Computed Tomography Scanner. It consists of electronic circuitry enclosed in a metal case. According to Philips Medical Systems, the metal case is manufactured from self-extinguishing materials.

Code Information

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Reason of Recall

The TEAL Power Conditioning units may fail and result in the unit emitting fire and/or smoke. Note: the TEAL Power Conditioning Unit has the potential to fail when the scanner that is attached to the TEAL is powered and in use as well as when not in use.

Date Recall Initiated

April 27, 2007

Action

On 9/04/2007, Philips Medical Systems (PMS) sent a letter via courier to all affected customers. The letter notified customers about the failures of the TEAL power conditioner and the possible emisson of fire and/or smoke from the units. In addition, the letter notes that PMS implemented a Field Change Order in May, 2007 that directs onsite repair of all affected units by PMS service technicians. Firm Initiated recall is ongoing.

Contact

Source of Information

U.S. FDA

SFDA Comments

SFDA urges all hospitals that have devices subjected to recall, to contact the company.