| Class 2 Device Recall HealthWay or CleanStation | |
Date Initiated by Firm | January 09, 2012 |
Date Posted | January 31, 2012 |
Recall Status1 |
Terminated 3 |
Recall Number | Z-0933-2012 |
Recall Event ID |
60968 |
510(K)Number | K012549 |
Product Classification |
Cleaner, air, medical recirculating - Product Code FRF
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Product | Product is a 15x16x27" (WxDxH) air purifier device with one of two different brands next to the control panel: HealthWay or CleanStation. HealthWay brand is sold under model number Deluxe 20600-3 Air Purification System. The CleanStation brand is sold under model number CS20000.
The devices are intended to remove particles from the air for medical purposes |
Code Information |
08070001-08070425, 01080001-01080420, 13070001-13070415, 10080001-10080455, 33070001-33070458, 21080001-21080355, 34070001-34070455, 22080001-22080420, 35070001-35070455, 28080001-28080455, 36070001-36070455, 21080001-21080190, 38070001-38070395, 47080001-47080410, 39070001-39070455, 49080001-49080423, 45070001-45070195, 50080001-50080420, 42070001-42070455, 35090001-35090447, 43070001-43070455 |
Recalling Firm/ Manufacturer |
Healthway Home Products, Inc. 4901 N Jefferson St Pulaski NY 13142-4102
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For Additional Information Contact | 315-298-2904 Ext. 101 |
Manufacturer Reason for Recall | The Company is recalling certain serial numbers of HealthWay Model 20600-3 and CleanStation Model CS20000 air purifiers because of a potential risk of electrical arcing that could cause overheating or fire within the units. |
FDA Determined Cause 2 | Device Design |
Action | Healthway Home Products, Inc. sent letters to distributors and end-users on January 9, 2012. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the distributor. Distributors were instructed to immediately cease the distribution or sale of any of the HealthWay 20600-3, and CleanStation CS20000 units with the affected serial numbers. Distributors were also instructed to isolate any of these devices currently in their inventory in a secure area until they receive further instructions from the recalling firm. Distributors were asked to compile a list of end-users who purchased the product; this information is being provided to a third-party engaged to contact end-users on behalf of the recalling firm. --- End users are instructed to immediately stop using the product and go to www.airpurifierrecall.com and follow the prompts to enter the model number and serial number of the unit. If the unit is subject to the recall, the user will be asked to provide their name, address, and contact information. Users will receive a follow-up call from HealthWay to discuss the recall process. Customers that have purchased units with the serial numbers set forth below will have 3 options: (1) a retrofit of the unit, adding an arc-suppression circuit and a more robust high energy connector, at no cost; (2) a retrofit of the unit, adding an arc-suppression circuit and a more robust high energy connector, including a basic cleaning of the unit and new filter set for $99.99 (a 60% discount); or (3) a replacement, brand-new unit, including a remote control and 5-year limited warranty for $199.99 (an 85% discount). --- Customers without access to the internet or who to prefer to receive the information by mail may call 855.230.0401. --- On 01/19/2012, the firm began conducting field corrections by disabling the high energy zone on the HealthWay 10600-2 models. End users will be sent letters informing them to immediately stop using the device and contact the f |
Quantity in Commerce | 9107 units |
Distribution | Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and Canada |
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 For details about termination of a recall see Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 21 §7.55.
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510(K) Database | 510(K)s with Product Code = FRF
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