Model Number CW-USLFS |
Device Problems
Defective Device (2588); Output Problem (3005)
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Patient Problem
No Patient Involvement (2645)
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Event Date 09/10/2020 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The subject device has not yet been received for evaluation.The cause of the issue cannot be determined at this time.If additional information becomes available this report will be supplemented accordingly.
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Event Description
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It was reported that the device was found with footswitch pedal not working on one side.It is unknown where the issue occurred.No further details provided regarding the event.No patient harm or injury reported.No user harm reported.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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This supplemental report is being submitted to provide the trend analysis and investigation conclusion.The device was not returned to olympus for evaluation therefore a definitive root cause could not be determined.Probable root causes include: general wear and tear.Damage to the cord or plug incurred during handling.Damage to the plug is possible if the connection is made incorrectly.As stated on the ifu (instruction for use) and as a preventive measure, the user manual states : connect the footswitch to the generator by aligning the white indicators on the footswitch connector with those on the footswitch receptacle on the front panel.Push straight in.Caution: do not twist or turn the plug.Olympus will continue to monitor complaints for this device.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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