PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

SlideView VS200 slide viewer,

Reported: August 7, 2024 Initiated: July 22, 2024 #Z-2416-2024

Product Description

SlideView VS200 slide viewer,

Reason for Recall

A broken fuse inside the laser that was caused by a short circuit at PIN 4 of the DOOR CTRL. This short circuit was caused by a badly positioned cable that made contact with the housing/frame and caused a short circuit and destroyed the fuse in the laser. This caused the shutter to remain in its most recent state; either in an open or closed position. Once the fuse was destroyed the shutter could not be operated.

Details

Recalling Firm
EVIDENT SCIENTIFIC INC
Units Affected
N/A
Distribution
US
Location
Waltham, MA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
SlideView VS200 slide viewer,. Recalled by EVIDENT SCIENTIFIC INC. Units affected: N/A.
Why was this product recalled?
A broken fuse inside the laser that was caused by a short circuit at PIN 4 of the DOOR CTRL. This short circuit was caused by a badly positioned cable that made contact with the housing/frame and caused a short circuit and destroyed the fuse in the laser. This caused the shutter to remain in its most recent state; either in an open or closed position. Once the fuse was destroyed the shutter could not be operated.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on August 7, 2024. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2416-2024.