The report of the autopulse platform ((b)(4)) displaying a system error, out of service, revert to manual cpr message was confirmed during functional testing; the root cause was due to a defective processor board.Evaluation of the platform during initial power up, revealed a system error, out of service, revert to manual cpr message on the user control panel.The archive data was unable to be downloaded and a review was not performed.It was indicated that the processor board was defective.The autopulse platform is a reusable device and was manufactured on 09 jul 2007.It has exceeded its expected service life of 5 years.As part of routine service during testing, the platform was further examined and found damaged top cover, motor cover, encoder cover and both head restraint wire loop.These types of physical damages found during visual inspection are characteristic of normal wear and tear for the age of the device.This observation is not related to the reported event.Historical complaints were reviewed for service information related to the reported complaint and there was no similar complaint reported for autopulse platform with serial (b)(4).
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