Shimadzu Corp. has recalled 48 units of its SIL-40C XR CL and SIL-40C X3 CL laboratory autosamplers because condensation can form and drip onto the device's main circuit board. This water can cause the electronics to fail, leading to errors in how the machine moves or communicates. While no injuries have been reported, this defect can lead to significant delays in processing patient samples and obtaining test results.
Water dripping onto the main board can cause communication errors or movement failures in the drive units. This malfunction can prevent the device from testing samples, potentially leading to delays in medical diagnosis or treatment for patients.
Recall #: Z-0554-2025
Recall #: Z-0554-2025
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