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AMSCO 7052HP Washer/Disinfector Model/Catalog Number: 7052HP Product Description: The AMSCO 7052HP Washer/Disinfector is intended for use in the cleaning and intermediate-level disinfection of soiled reusable simple hard-surfaced rigid surgical instruments (such as forceps and clamps), utensils (such as bedpans, urinals, trays, bowl, basin and kidney dishes), rubber and plastic goods, theatre shoes and other similar and related articles found in healthcare facilities.

FDA Recall Z-0909-2026 · Posted 2025-12-11

Recalling FirmSteris Corporation
Recall StatusOpen, Classified
Product CodeMEC
Date Initiated2025-11-19
Product Quantity10

Reason for Recall

Wire connected to the electrical box may shift out of its intended position, which may result in electrical arcing. Electrical arcing remains internal within the unit (no risk of shock to users).

Firm Action

On November 19, 2025, firm began notifying customers via Urgent Medical Device Field Correction letters. All affected customers will be contacted by a STERIS Service Technician to arrange an onsite inspection of their units to perform the correction. If the affected unit has not been installed yet, the correction will be performed as part of the installation process. Users can continue to use their units prior to completion of the correction. Under normal operation, the system is designed to detect such electrical arcing specifically, indicating a Drying Over Temperature Switch Tripped alarm. Should your unit alarm, abort the cycle, turn off power to the unit, and contact STERIS.

Root Cause

Process control

Distribution Pattern

Worldwide - US Nationwide distribution in the states of Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, New Hampshire, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Victoria, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin and the countries of Australia.

Official Source

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

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