The complaint is being reported by zimmer biomet as (b)(4).This follow-up report is being filed to relay additional information, which was unknown at the time of the initial medwatch.Review of the device history record could not be performed as no lot number was reported for this complaint.Product examination could not be performed as no product was returned for this complaint.This complaint is non-verifiable.The reported event claimed that the battery wire of the unit was cut and later on the battery pack became hot and close to combustion.It is known that cutting the wire can create a short circuit within the battery pack.The pulsavac ifu states, ¿do not cut the battery pack cable.Cutting through the battery pack cable could lead to shock, excessive heat and/or sparks, and could result in fire and/or personal injury.¿ however, because no product was returned for this complaint, the root cause cannot be specifically determined with the provided information.
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