It was reported that this device was loud and had a damaged cord.On receipt of the device for evaluation there was clear indication of mains cord damage, leading to exposed wires - one of the wires had been cut through.The evaluation concluded that the device may have been damaged by the end user, as the power cord appeared to be damaged through excessive force/abuse which caused exposed wiring.The ifu for this device contains the warning 'the power supply cord cannot be replaced by the user in case the power supply cord becomes damaged, contact philips respironics customer service for replacement (there is no service option).' no patient harm or death has been reported and the device is not life-sustaining/supporting.(b)(4).
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