Zeiss, Carl Inc recalls Disinfection unit UV (432332-9020-000) for the Celldiscoverer 7 microscope

Recall date

May 29, 2018

Source

U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report

Recall number

Z-2441-2018

FDA classification

Class II

Brand / firm

Zeiss, Carl Inc

Sold / distributed

US Nationwide Distribution

Why it was recalled

Under certain circumstances, the firmware makes it possible for the Disinfection unit UV (432332-9020-000) to activate outside of the Celldiscoverer 7 housing. This may result in exposure of the users to harmful UV radiation.

Class II means using this product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems; the chance of serious harm is remote.

What was recalled

Disinfection unit UV (432332-9020-000) for the Celldiscoverer 7 microscope