Medical device manufacturer, Abbott Molecular, issued an urgent field safety notice concerning m2000sp Instrument (List Number: 9K14).

There have been two reported instances in which the liquid waste sensor and components in the m2000sp lower instrument cabinet overheated or caught fire. In both cases the event was contained within the lower cabinet of the m2000sp. There were no reported injuries. Abbott Molecular is actively investigating this issue.

According to the local supplier, the affected device has been distributed to HK. Abbott Molecular recommends users to examine the liquid waste sensor during daily maintenance, and stop using the system when any unusual conditions noticed and contact the local supplier for service.

For details, please refer to the attached field safety notice. If you are in possession of the affected product, please contact your supplier immediately for necessary actions.