Ingenia Ambition S (781359), Ingenia Ambition X (781356) with Magnet Energization Device (MED), Philips MR systems are indicated for use as a diagnostic device. The purpose of the MED is to supply power to charge the magnet. MED is abbreviation for Magnet Energize Device
FDA Recall Z-1240-2019 · Posted None
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Recalling FirmPhilips Medical Systems Nederlands
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeLNH
Date Initiated2019-03-25
Date Terminated2020-06-04
Product Quantity4 units
Reason for Recall
Magnet Energization Device (MED) can have a residual voltage on output terminal, may cause electrical shocks to personnel servicing the MED, MDD or connected cabling.
Firm Action
Philips issued an "URGENT - Medical Device Correction" letter on 3/25/2019 via certified mail to its customers. Philips Key Markets are responsible for distributing the letters outside of the U.S. Letter identifies the problem, health risk and actions to be taken. The customers were informed that no action from the customer or user of the device is required, as the Magnet
Energization Device (MED) is located in a cabinet in the Technical Room, with
the output terminals of the MED located behind locked protective covers. Only
qualified servicing personnel have access to this. the Magnet PHILIPS Energization Device (MED) will be replaced by a new version, which does not have this problem.
If you need any further information or support concerning this issue, please
INFORMATION AND contact your local Philips representative or call the Quality Specialist DI BG Q&R Post Market Surveilla at 678-2960248 or email to: [email protected].
Root Cause
Device Design
Distribution Pattern
US Distribution to state of: FL and Internationally to: Switzerland and Germany.
Related FDA 510(k) Records
Devices referenced by this recall via K-numbers.
Official Source
View FDA Recall →Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.
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