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Beckman Coulter Inc.: Access Immunoassay System, Access 2 Immunoassay System, Synchron LXi 725 Clinical System, UniCel DxC 600i Synchron Access Clinical System Part Numbers: Access 81600; Access 2 81600N, 386220, A69186, A25656, A12900; Access 2 (LXi) A15642; Access 2 Section, DxC 600i A25640. The Access Immunoassay System is an in vitro diagnostic device used for the quantitative, semi-quantitative or qualitative determination of various analyte concentrations found in human body fluids. The Synchron LXi and the UniCel DxC 600i are Access systems integrated with a chemistry analyzer.

Recall number
Z-0612-2013
Recalling firm
Beckman Coulter Inc.
Product
Access Immunoassay System, Access 2 Immunoassay System, Synchron LXi 725 Clinical System, UniCel DxC 600i Synchron Access Clinical System Part Numbers: Access 81600; Access 2 81600N, 386220, A69186, A25656, A12900; Access 2 (LXi) A15642; Access 2 Section, DxC 600i A25640. The Access Immunoassay System is an in vitro diagnostic device used for the quantitative, semi-quantitative or qualitative determination of various analyte concentrations found in human body fluids. The Synchron LXi and the UniCel DxC 600i are Access systems integrated with a chemistry analyzer.
Status
Terminated
Initiated
2012-11-01
Posted
2012-12-22
Terminated
2013-12-23
Reason
It has been determined that, in some cases, pulley drive components have broken parts or have become loose, mispositioned, or disconnected from their drive shafts. When these defects occur, the pulley may not turn at all, or may turn at an incorrect speed, resulting in inadequate washing or mixing of the contents of the reaction vessel.
Root cause
Device Design
Action
Beckman Coulter sent an "URGENT PRODUCT CORRECTION" letter dated November 1, 2012 to all affected customers. The letter identified the product, problem, and actions to be taken by the customers. Customers were asked to complete and return an enclosed Response Form. Contact Technical Support for questions regarding this notice.
Quantity
6,858 units
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution-USA (nationwide) and the country of Canada.
Lot, serial or model codes
Part Numbers: Access 81600; Access 2 81600N, 386220, A69186, A25656, A12900; Access 2 (LXi) A15642; Access 2 Section, DxC 600i A25640
510(k) numbers
["K023049","K060256","K922823"]
PMA numbers
not on file
Product code
JJE
Firm FEI
2050012
Firm city
Brea
Firm state
CA
Firm country
not on file

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