(b)(4).The sample was returned to the manufacturer for investigation.The manufacturer reported: "one actual sample was received.The sample was closely examined by visual inspection.No issue was found on the sample.Complaint reported that the external diameter of the antibacterial filter does not allow the anaesthesia mask to be properly attached.Based on the returned sample provided, 15 mm ring gauge test and 15mm plug gauge test were conducted on the connector of the samples.In current manufacturing procedure, iqc department will conduct gauge test before release the part item to production.In production, 100% visual inspection and leak testing at assembly area is conducted.Thus, any ineffective products will be culled out during this process.Therefore, it is unlikely condition at the manufacturing area that the product having defect to be released for shipment.Customer complained that circuit disconnection.But as per gauge tests conducted on returned sample, the connectors meet specification.Hence, this complaint could not be confirmed." teleflex will continue to monitor and trend for reports of this nature.
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