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Health product recall

BenchMark Ultra Stainer Module

Starting date:
October 3, 2012
Posting date:
October 29, 2012
Type of communication:
Medical Device Recall
Subcategory:
Medical Device
Hazard classification:
Type III
Source of recall:
Health Canada
Issue:
Medical Devices
Audience:
General Public (GP), Healthcare Professionals, Hospitals
Identification number:
RA-15161

Recalled Products:

BenchMark Ultra Stainer Module

Reason

Electrical short circuits can occur as a result of internal leaking of reagent fluids within several hours of a decontamination cycle.

Affected products

BenchMark Ultra Stainer Module

Lot or serial number

More then 10 numbers, contact manufacturer.

Model or catalog number

750-BMKU-FS

Companies
Manufacturer
Ventana Medical Systems Inc.