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Class 2 Device Recall Analytical XRay Fluorescence Systems of model family Delta |
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Date Initiated by Firm |
June 22, 2016 |
Create Date |
July 29, 2016 |
Recall Status1 |
Open3, Classified |
Recall Number |
Z-2255-2016 |
Recall Event ID |
74593 |
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Product Classification |
X-ray fluorescence - Product Code RBY
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Product |
Olympus Scientific Solutions Americas Corporation (OSSA) Model: Analytical X-Ray System X -Ray Fluorescence.
Intended to emit ionizing radiation Delta with models: DC-2000, DC-4000, DC-6000, DI-2000, DP-2000, DP-4000, DP-4050, DP- 6000, DPO-4000, DPO-6000, DS-2000, DS-4000, DS-6000, DS-6500, Delta, Delta 50, Delta Classic Plus, Delta Element, Delta Premium , Delta Professional , and Delta-Pl us.
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Code Information |
All Models of the Delta XRF Analyzer with Software version 2.5.17.1 and higher |
Recalling Firm/ Manufacturer |
Olympus Scientific Solutions Americas 48 Woerd Ave Waltham MA 02453-3824
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For Additional Information Contact |
866-446-6689
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Manufacturer Reason for Recall |
Trigger lock option does not always prevent x-ray generation. Specifically if the unit is in test mode or repeat test mode then the trigger lock may not prevent x-ray initiation when the trigger is pulled. The correction is via repair by a software update.
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FDA Determined Cause 2 |
Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act |
Action |
The firm notified customers via an "Important - Electronic Product Radiation Warning" letter. It described the issue; and, told customers to not rely on the Trigger Lock feature until the software upgrade had been completed. The letter also provided instructions for customers to not only determine their software version; but, also instructions to bring their affected device into compliance. The firm will remedy the issue without charge. Customers can contact their local representative or OSSA at ani.technicalsupport@olympus-ossa.com, phone: +1 866 446 6689, fax: +1 781 419 3980, with questions or if additional information is needed. |
Quantity in Commerce |
2, 210 units distributed in the USA |
Distribution |
Nationwide Distribution. |
Total Product Life Cycle |
TPLC Device Report
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1 A record in this database is created when a firm initiates a correction or removal action. The record is updated if the FDA identifies a violation and classifies the action as a recall, and it is updated for a final time when the recall is terminated. Learn more about medical device recalls.
2 Per FDA policy, recall cause determinations are subject to modification up to the point of termination of the recall.
3 The manufacturer has initiated the recall and not all products have been corrected or removed. This record will be updated as the status changes.
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