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Shimadzu Corp. Analytical & Measuring Instruments Div. recalls Autosampler, Models: SIL-40C XR CL, SIL-40C X3 CL
Recalled December 4, 2024 · FDA recall Z-0554-2025 · Shimadzu Corp. Analytical & Measuring Instruments Div
Hazard
There have been cases of failure of the main board due to condensation water occurring in the gap between thermal insulation material on the underside of the main base dropping onto the main board The symptoms and errors differ depending on the position where the water drops adhere. To date there have been examples of reports of inter-board communication errors, HOME POSITION error or SLIP error of XYZ drive units. The failure could result in delay of patient sample testing. · FDA Class II
Units
48
Sold at
Worldwide - US Nationwide distribution in the states of DE, PA and the country of DE.
Description
There have been cases of failure of the main board due to condensation water occurring in the gap between thermal insulation material on the underside of the main base dropping onto the main board The symptoms and errors differ depending on the position where the water drops adhere. To date there have been examples of reports of inter-board communication errors, HOME POSITION error or SLIP error of XYZ drive units. The failure could result in delay of patient sample testing.
Product
Autosampler, Models: SIL-40C XR CL, SIL-40C X3 CL
Manufacturer(s)
Shimadzu Corp. Analytical & Measuring Instruments Div.
Made in
Japan
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov →