FDAClass IIJanuary 8, 2014

SYSTEM 1E Liquid Chemical Sterilant Processing System recall: Impurity Out of Spec

SYSTEM 1E Liquid Chemical Sterilant Processing System, Distributed by STERIS Corporation, Mentor, OH The SYSTEM 1E Liquid Chemical Sterilant Processing System is intended for the liquid chemical sterilization of manually cleaned immersible and reusable critical and semi-critical heat sensitive medical devices, including endoscopes and their accessories.

Why was SYSTEM 1E Liquid Chemical Sterilant Processing System recalled?

Customers indicated fluctuations in environmental conditions sites and gradual degradation/deformation of check valve o-rings following frequent contact with S40 sterilant use solution result in nuisance aborts.

What should I do if I have this product?

Review the official FDA enforcement record for current instructions.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official FDA record. Only products that match the listed product and lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

Model #6500 & 7500

Product
SYSTEM 1E Liquid Chemical Sterilant Processing System, Distributed by STERIS Corporation, Mentor, OH The SYSTEM 1E Liquid Chemical Sterilant Processing System is intended for the liquid chemical sterilization of manually cleaned immersible and reusable critical and semi-critical heat sensitive medical devices, including endoscopes and their accessories.
Recalling firm
Steris Corporation
Quantity
6,028 units
Distribution
Nationwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. Product was also shipped to the following countries: Afghanistan, Bahrain, Hong Kong, Italy, Saudi Arabia, Turkey & United Kingdom.
Recall date
January 8, 2014
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (device)
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