FDAClass IIMarch 13, 2013

AMSCO C and AMSCO 400 Steam Sterilizers designed for recall

AMSCO C and AMSCO 400 Steam Sterilizers designed for sterilization of heat and moisture-stable materials used in healthcare facilities.

Why was AMSCO C and AMSCO 400 Steam Sterilizers designed for recalled?

The control boards alarm set points and temperature tolerances allowed for erroneous activation of the AD (analog/digital) alarm as temperature fluctuated during operation. When this alarm occurs, the sterilizer locks up and cannot be used until serviced, causing Customer nuisance.

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?

AMSCO C: Serial Numbers: 021911201  023461202 AMSCO 400: Serial Numbers: 030181215-030291310

Product
AMSCO C and AMSCO 400 Steam Sterilizers designed for sterilization of heat and moisture-stable materials used in healthcare facilities.
Recalling firm
Steris Corporation
Quantity
395 Units
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution - USA including Canada and the states of AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, SK, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, and WV.
Recall date
March 13, 2013
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (device)
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