Philips PCR Compano Basic Reader Recalled for Power Supply Fire Hazard

Plain-English summary

Philips Electronics North America Corporation is recalling 388 units of the PCR Compano Basic Reader, a radiological image processing system used for Computed Radiography. The affected models are 732027, 732028, and 732040, which use 100-127V as mains voltage. The recall is classified as Class II by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

The recall is due to a defect in the power supply component that can cause the power supply to burn and allow some smoke to leave the housing. This defect poses a potential fire and smoke hazard. The affected units were distributed worldwide, including in the United States, Canada, Brazil, Germany, Iraq, Japan, Korea, Kuwait, Libya, Mexico, Portugal, and Qatar.

Consumers and healthcare facilities should identify affected units by checking the model numbers and serial numbers listed in the official recall notice. Users should contact Philips Electronics North America Corporation for instructions on how to resolve the issue, which may involve repair or replacement of the defective component.

The recalled product

Product

PCR Compano Basic Reader using 100-127V as mains voltage. Model numbers: 732027, 732028, and 732040. Radiological image processing system (Computed Radiography).

Manufacturer

Philips Electronics North America Corporation

Category

Medical Device — Radiological Image Processing

Hazard

• fire
• smoke

Affected units

388

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Distribution

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