Initial reporter's phone number: (b)(6).The actual device was returned for evaluation.Reliability engineering evaluated the device and the reported condition was confirmed.An assessment was performed and it was observed that the device had seized, was jammed, and was heavy moving.It was further noted that the drill chuck was jammed.The assignable root cause was determined to be due to wear from normal use and servicing over time.If additional information should become available, a supplemental medwatch report will be submitted accordingly.
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It was reported from (b)(6) that the drill chuck with key device did not close.During in-house engineering evaluation it was found that the device had seized, was jammed, and was heavy moving.It was not reported if the device was used in surgery, or if there was patient involvement.It was not reported if there were any delays in a surgical procedure or if a spare device was available.It was not reported if there were any injuries, medical intervention or prolonged hospitalization.The exact date of this event was unknown.All available information has been disclosed.If additional information should become available, a supplemental medwatch report will be submitted accordingly.
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