Upon receipt of this fiber at our quality assurance laboratory, this device was thoroughly analyzed.Visual analysis of the returned fiber identified a fracture at the internal part of the connector, confirming the reported event.During functional testing, the aim beam was dim and round.It is likely that procedural handling of the fiber during setup or use may have contributed to the connector fracture.The device instructions for use (ifu) states: hold the fiber tip to a nonreflective surface, and ensure that a circular red/green spot appears.If the spot is not circular, re-cleave the fiber.If the spot is weak or not visible, discard the device or return it to the supplier for replacement.
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