Z-1294-2018 Class II Ongoing

Recalled by Seiler Instr. & Mfg. Co. Inc. — Saint Louis, MO

FDA device recall Z-1294-2018 was initiated by Seiler Instr. & Mfg. Co. Inc. on January 1, 2017 and is designated Class II. Reason for recall: The microscope may tip over if attachments are fully extended in one line and there is an attempt to move the device not by the handles mounted on the post. The recall status is ongoing. Affected quantity: 43 units, but 1 affected.

Recall Details

Product Type
Devices
Report Date
April 11, 2018
Initiation Date
January 1, 2017
Termination Date
N/A
Voluntary/Mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Product Quantity
43 units, but 1 affected

Product Description

Alpha Air 6 ENT Microscope Microscope examination of the human ear, nose, and throat.

Reason for Recall

The microscope may tip over if attachments are fully extended in one line and there is an attempt to move the device not by the handles mounted on the post.

Distribution Pattern

Worldwide Distribution - US Distribution to the states of : CA, CO, FL, IL, MN, NV, OK, TX., and to the countries of : Canada, China, Ecuador, England, Greece, Guatemala, Jordan, Lebanon, Mexico, Romania, Russia, South Korea, Taiwan, Japan and United Arab Emirates.

Code Information

Model Number 6 ENT