Medical device manufacturer, Beckman Coulter, has issued a medical device safety alert concerning its sample processing systems – AutoMate 2500 Family [Reference: ODL25120 AutoMate 1200; ODL25125 AutoMate 1250; ODL25250 AutoMate 2500; ODL25255 AutoMate 2550; All Lots].
The manufacturer is informing users regarding abrupt closing of drawers can lead to splashes, potentially resulting in cross-contamination. Affected users are advised to close drawers in a smooth, controlled action.
The manufacturer has revised the information for safety in the "Drawer Handling" section of the Instruction for Use and added the following content:
The revised IFU is available on the web at www.beckmancoulter.com/techdocs.
According to the local supplier, the affected products are distributed in Hong Kong.
If you are in possession of the affected products, please contact your supplier for necessary actions.
Posted on 8 April 2020