Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-0149-2015 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Tecan US, Inc. |
| Report date | Nov 5, 2014 |
| Recall initiation date | Sep 26, 2014 |
| Quantity | 2 units |
| Location | Morrisville, NC, United States |
Official product description
Freedom EVO-2 100 Base Unit, with Air LiHa Arms The Freedom EVO is an open automation platform product for general laboratory use. It is intended for routine laboratory tasks, such as general purpose pipetting and general purpose liquid handling and robotic processes.
Why the product was recalled
Distortion (noise interference) of the liquid level capacitance can result in air aspiration instead of liquid aspiration. This might cause a false signal (air detection) with possible dispense errors resulting in erroneous results.
Distribution information
US Distribution to IL.
How to read the classification
FDA Class II indicates a situation in which use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious consequences is remote. The classification shown here comes from the FDA record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Telephone.
What to do next
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