| Date Posted |
September 22, 2009 |
| Recall Number |
Z-2230-2009 |
| Product |
Maxi Move Scoop Stretcher; Note: The stretcher is an accessory to the Maxi Move Patient Lift; Made by Arjo Hospital Equipment AB, Eslov, Sweden; product number KRA2210-20. |
| Code Information |
all six digit serial numbers beginning with 6xxxxx and all serial numbers 08xxxxxxxx up to 0812001186.
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Recalling Firm/
Manufacturer |
ArjoHuntleigh
2349 W Lake St
Addison, Illinois 60101-6183 |
| For Additional Information Contact |
Ms. Traci Giovenco
800-323-1245
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Reason for
Recall |
A Scoop Stretcher is made up of two frames that are held together with two locking devices, one on each end. Each locking device contains a safety latch. The safety latch could unintentionally release when the side frames are pulled for positioning.
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| Action |
ArjoHuntleigh sent their customers a cover letter and the Field Safety Notification, informing them of the potential problem with the safety latches on the stretcher and a pending visit from an ArjoHuntleigh Service Technician to correct the problem. These letters were sent via UPS 2nd day delivery on 8/18/09. The customers were requested to test their stretchers upon receipt of the letter following the instructions for checking the safety latches on the stretcher:
* Place the stretcher on its side on a non-scratch surface.
* Try to pull the two sides apart with the safety latch engaged.
* Test both the head and foot ends of the stretcher.
* If the stretcher pulls apart, remove it from use immediately.
It is important to note that all affected stretchers will be upgraded, whether they fail the test or not. |
| Quantity in Commerce |
214 units |
| Distribution |
Worldwide Distribution |
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