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Type of Product Medical Device
TGA Recall Reference RC-2014-RN-00181-1
Product Name/Description ADVIA Centaur XP Immunoassay System (an in vitro diagnostic medical device (IVD))

Siemens Material Number: 10338631

ARTG Number: 175890
Recall Action Level Hospital
Recall Action Classification Class II
Recall Action Commencement Date 20/02/2014
Responsible Entity Siemens Ltd Diagnostics Division
Reason/Issue When the instrument cover is raised, the cover is supported by a gas spring attached at the middle of the cover. Over time, the gas spring may lose its effectiveness and fail to support the cover in its full or partially open position. This may lead to the cover falling unexpectedly.
Recall Action Recall for Product Correction
Recall Action Instructions Siemens is requesting their customers to ensure that any objects placed on the cover are removed prior to opening. If the cover is unable to stay partially raised customers are requested to contact Siemens Technical Support to arrange for the gas spring to be serviced. Siemens technical support representatives will be routinely inspecting the gas spring on regular preventive maintenance cycles or service visits.
Contact Information 1800 310 300 - Siemens Technical Support Centre