The manufacturer became aware of an allegation of a thermal event on a dreamstation auto bipap device in a memory care facility.The wife states there was a burning odor and smoke but no flames were seen.The user was given oxygen for the smoke inhalation.There was no other medical intervention reported.No product will be returning for investigation.The user's wife discarded the device with power accessories and humidifier.The philips respironics dreamstation systems deliver positive airway pressure therapy for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea in spontaneously breathing patients weighing over 30 kg (66 lbs).It is for use in the home or hospital/institutional environment.The user is cautioned "contact your health care professional if symptoms of sleep apnea recur.If you notice any unexplained changes in the performance of this device, if it is making unusual or harsh sounds, if it has been dropped or mishandled, if water is spilled into the enclosure, or if the enclosure is broken, disconnect the power cord and discontinue use.Contact your home care provider." the power supply is designed in accordance to iec 60601 and applicable parts of iec 60950.Voltage in the cpap/humidifier device is limited to 12 v dc nominal, and current is limited by the device fuse, to minimize the potential for electrical fire.The design of the electronics mechanical's are robust enough to resist damage that would result from typical usage.This report will be sent as an initial final.If additional information is received, a supplemental report will be filed.
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