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AquaBplus and AquaBplus B2 Water Purification System. For use with a hemodialysis system to remove organic and inorganic substances and microbial contaminants from the water used for hemodialysis or related therapies. AquaBplus 1500 - Typ USA - 3 x 208V / 60Hz -Fresenius Part Number: 24-1500-1 AquaBplus B2 2000 / B1 2500 (Bplus DUO 2000) - 3 x 208V / 60Hz- Fresenius Part Number: 24-2000-0

FDA Recall Z-0098-2021 · Posted None

Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeFIP
Date Initiated2020-09-01
Date Terminated2021-01-20
Product Quantity15 units

Reason for Recall

Incorrectly crimped connectors were installed on the main protective earth conductor on these machines. If the machine is moved or maintenance is performed, these crimp connections could become loose and may adversely affect the electrical safety of the products, potentially resulting in electrical shock to the Biomed Technician or clinic staff.

Firm Action

Fresenius Medical Care issued letter dated 9/1/20 stating reason for recall, health risk and action to take: A Fresenius Medical Care Renal Therapies Group Water Systems Service Specialist will be contacting you to schedule an appointment to check the connection and replace if necessary. In the meantime, we ask that you do not perform any repairs or maintenance on the machine and wait for your scheduled service date. For questions or concerns or if you need service prior to your scheduled service date, please contact Technical Support Services at 888-553-1109.

Root Cause

Process control

Distribution Pattern

US distribution to DE, NC, OK, PA, and TX.

Official Source

View FDA Recall →

Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.

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