BEUDAMED
    FDA Recall Terminated

    Hydroflex ELISA The HYDROFLEX is a plate washer for 96-well microplates. The instrument is intended to be used primarily in in-vitro diagnostic processing of samples from the human body to obtain information on physiological and pathological states. Software and instrument have been validated for processing of qualitative and quantitative Enzyme-linked Immunosorbent Assays (ELISA) and therefore are intended for professional use in in-vitro diagnostics. The instrument has not been validated for other areas of application not mentioned in the Intended Use (e.g. veterinary, biopharma).

    Recall: Z-2666-2016 · Initiated July 25, 2016

    Recall

    Recall Number
    Z-2666-2016
    Event Number
    74806
    Firm
    Tecan US, Inc.
    FEI Number
    1037985
    Product Code
    LXG
    Status
    Terminated
    Root Cause
    Nonconforming Material/Component
    Initiated
    July 25, 2016
    Posted
    August 25, 2016
    Terminated
    January 23, 2017
    Address
    9401 Globe Center Drive, Suite 140, Morrisville, NC, 27560

    Description

    Hydroflex ELISA The HYDROFLEX is a plate washer for 96-well microplates. The instrument is intended to be used primarily in in-vitro diagnostic processing of samples from the human body to obtain information on physiological and pathological states. Software and instrument have been validated for processing of qualitative and quantitative Enzyme-linked Immunosorbent Assays (ELISA) and therefore are intended for professional use in in-vitro diagnostics. The instrument has not been validated for other areas of application not mentioned in the Intended Use (e.g. veterinary, biopharma).

    Reason

    The batteries have the potential to overheating, melt or char.

    Action

    Tecan contacted all customers by Safety Announcement, via certified mail starting July 25, 2016. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. Because affected batteries pose a fire and burn hazard, it is extremely important that customers check whether their battery is affected. Customers were advised to go immediately to the HP Battery Recall website at: http://www.HP.com/go/batteryprogram2016 to check if their battery is affected by this recall. Customers were also advised to complete and return the Customer Response Form at [email protected] or fax it to 919-287-2961. Customers with questions should contact HP at 1-888-202-4320 or Tecan Technical Service's Helpdesk at 800-832-2687, option 1.

    Distribution

    Worldwide Distribution - US including AK, AL, AR, CA, FL, GA, HI, KY, MA, MD, NC, NY, PA, PR, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA. International account: Canada.

    Quantity

    1 unit