FDA Recall Terminated

Precision 500D Radiographic/Fluoroscopic X-ray System, model numbers 2225849, 005853. The Precision 500D system consists of an X-ray generator; angulating table with X-ray Tube, collimator and image intensifier; wall stand; overhead tube suspension; operator console and digital archive system.

Recall: Z-0220-05 · Initiated December 30, 2004

Recall

Recall Number
Z-0220-05
Event Number
30761
Firm
General Electric Med Systems LLC
FEI Number
2126677
Product Code
JAA
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Other
Initiated
December 30, 2004
Posted
February 14, 2006
Terminated
February 21, 2006
Address
3000 N Grandview Blvd, Waukesha, WI, 53188-1615

Description

Precision 500D Radiographic/Fluoroscopic X-ray System, model numbers 2225849, 005853. The Precision 500D system consists of an X-ray generator; angulating table with X-ray Tube, collimator and image intensifier; wall stand; overhead tube suspension; operator console and digital archive system.

Reason

Units have a defect in accordance with 21 CFR 1003.2 because an incorrect exposure can occur.

Action

An 'Urgent: Radiation Safety Notice' letter was issued to hospitals with affected systems describing potential hazards, the planned modification and recommended action to limit the hazard until the planned modification is installed. A GE field Service Representative will install the modification.

Distribution

globally

Quantity

921