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FDI FORT DEFIANCE INDUSTRIES P2131 AUTOMATED FIELD STEAM STERILIZER, NSN: 6530-01-641-4641 Product Usage: The Fort Defiance Industries Automated Field Steam Sterilizer Model P2131 is designed for sterilization of porous and non-porous, heat- and moisture-stable materials (e.g., surgical instruments and textiles) used in healthcare facilities. The P2131 sterilizer is a transportable device designed for use in a variety of austere environments.

Class I - Dangerous
🏥 Medical Devices Recalled: May 24, 2018 Fort Defiance Industries Surgical Instruments Nationwide

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Serial Numbers: AFS-0001 through AFS-0199
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
Fort Defiance Industries, LLC
Reason for Recall:
During long-term storage (i.e. military depot), the interaction of stagnant water and dissimilar metals in the plumbing of the P2131 device produces deposits in the water system that can potentially interfere with the rear sight gauge and / or the water liquid level switch.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

FDI FORT DEFIANCE INDUSTRIES P2131 AUTOMATED FIELD STEAM STERILIZER, NSN: 6530-01-641-4641 Product Usage: The Fort Defiance Industries Automated Field Steam Sterilizer Model P2131 is designed for sterilization of porous and non-porous, heat- and moisture-stable materials (e.g., surgical instruments and textiles) used in healthcare facilities. The P2131 sterilizer is a transportable device designed for use in a variety of austere environments.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Serial Numbers: AFS-0001 through AFS-0199

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-2411-2018

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