Model Number RI-2 |
Device Problem
Power Problem (3010)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 07/02/2021 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The belmont rapid infuser, ri-2 has been returned to belmont for investigation; evaluation of the unit is in process.There is insufficient information available at this time to establish a root cause of the reported circuit breaker tripping.The operator's manual provides ac input voltage requirements and instructs the user, "plug the system power cord into a dedicated-grounded, 3-prong, 20 amp, ac receptacle.Do not use an adapter for ungrounded outlets." the manufacturing records for this serial number were reviewed and no anomalies were identified.No patient injury was reported.A follow-up report will be submitted upon completion of the investigation.
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Event Description
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The user facility reported that the rapid infuser, ri-2 was tripping the internal circuit breaker and the ac outlets in the room.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The belmont rapid infuser, ri-2 was returned to belmont for investigation.Upon receipt, it was identified that several transistors and two optocouplers on driver a/b boards were shorted and damaged.This caused the internal system circuit breaker to trip as reported, however belmont was unable to confirm the report that the system tripped the ac outlets in the room.Root cause of the damaged components could not be established.The operator's manual provides ac input voltage requirements and instructs the user, "plug the system power cord into a dedicated-grounded, 3-prong, 20 amp, ac receptacle.Do not use an adapter for ungrounded outlets.Ensure that circuit breaker is easily accessible to turn off in an emergency situation." the manufacturing records for this serial number were reviewed and no anomalies were identified.No patient injury was reported.Belmont will continue to monitor and trend similar reports of this nature and take further action if required.
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