The patient reported to philips that while using the dreamstation auto bipap device smelled smoke and then found power cord was red and hot.Power cord plug wires are exposed.Was not operating, which means it was not blowing air, but the power light was on, and the tube became very hot.There is no allegation of serious or permanent harm or injury.No medical intervention was required by the patient.Advised to use wall sockets for power plug and do not leave the power cord plugged in always.The manufacturer's investigation is ongoing.A follow-up report will be submitted when the manufacturer's investigation is complete.
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