BEUDAMED
    FDA Recall Terminated

    EVOLIS Microplate System, Catalog # 89601. Part number 89788 for the EVOLIS Operator's Manual. in vitro diagnostic Product Usage: EVOLIS Microplate System is a 4 plate fully integrated microplate processing system designed for use with multiple EIA assays.

    Recall: Z-0807-2016 · Initiated December 22, 2015

    Recall

    Recall Number
    Z-0807-2016
    Event Number
    73030
    Firm
    Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc.
    FEI Number
    3022521
    Product Code
    JJE
    Status
    Terminated
    Root Cause
    Use error
    Initiated
    December 22, 2015
    Posted
    February 13, 2016
    Terminated
    March 13, 2017
    Address
    6565 185th Ave NE, Redmond, WA, 98052-5039

    Description

    EVOLIS Microplate System, Catalog # 89601. Part number 89788 for the EVOLIS Operator's Manual. in vitro diagnostic Product Usage: EVOLIS Microplate System is a 4 plate fully integrated microplate processing system designed for use with multiple EIA assays.

    Reason

    The error "Washer Reagent Clean Fluid" level low alarmed, which prompted the customer to open the system drawer. When the system drawer was opened the customer noted the plate transport was still running and as a consequence the plate was pushed off the plate transporter.

    Action

    Bio-Rad sent an Urgent Product Notification letter, dated December 22, 2015, to consignees via Fed-Ex. The firm recognized the typographical error of the PN number on the first letter and sent a revised notification letter, dated 20 January 2016, with the correct PN 89788 to consignees. The letter identified the affected product, problem and actions to be taken. Consignees are advised that in addition to the WARNING in Chapter 4.9.2 in the EVOLIS Operators Manual (PN 89788) mention is made of, "LED lamps on the front panel of the EVOLIS instrument illuminate when a compartment may be accessed. If an error occurs, (for example a bulk reagent becomes depleted) the system displays an error message, pauses, and allows access to the instrument compartments." The plate transport may still be moving the microplate to its final destination when access is allowed. To enhance safety features, your Field Safety Engineer (FSE) will apply a (yellow) warning label to the lower front panel. Labels are currently on order and once received will be provided to each FSE. The label will state: WARNING! Before opening instrument, ensure all moving parts have stopped". Consignees can contact Bio-Rad Technical Support directly at 1-800-224-6723, option #2, and then option #3 or by fax at 425-498-1628.

    Distribution

    US Nationwide Distribution including Puerto Rico.

    Quantity

    278 units