The locking mechanism can fail allowing access to the contents inside the chest, posing a risk of poisoning.
About 7,700
Maped Helix USA at 800-645-1421, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday or online at: https://us.maped.com/safety-recall-information/ or www.maped.com and click on “Safety Recall Information” at the bottom of the page for more information.
Recall Details
This recall involves the Helix Metal Lockable Drug Chests. The white metal, rectangular security chests are used to store medications, drugs and other medical supplies. They measure about 8 inches wide by 13 inches long by 8 inches deep and come with two keys, a security tether and a mounting kit. HELIX is metal stamped on the lid next to a cross inside a red circle. Security chests with a locking arm on the left side are included in this recall.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chests until repaired and contact Maped Helix USA to be shipped a free consumer-installable repair kit.
Maped Helix USA has received two reports of the locking mechanism failing. No injuries have been reported.
Maped Helix USA Inc., of Bloomingdale, Illinois
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