FDA (Devices) recall action 72571
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Normally, movement of the C-arc is initially stopped by the motor (holding torque) then by the electromagnetic brake, leading to a full stop of the C-arc. Because of improper adjustment and tolerances, when the C-arc is initially stopped in an unbalanced position, the air gap of the brake can become too large, resulting in continued C-arc movement (C-arc is looking for balanced position).
The agency’s own wording, quoted from the enforcement report.
The unit total adds up the quantities the agency stated for each product. Where a product record gave no figure, or gave a weight rather than a count, it contributes nothing — so the real total is at least this, never less.
Philips is recalling 15 Allura Xper FD20 Ceiling version units because improper adjustment may cause the C-arc to continue moving after stopping.
Philips is recalling two Allura Xper FD OR Tables because the C-arc may continue moving after stopping due to improper adjustment.