The device was returned to olympus for evaluation and the customer¿s allegation was confirmed.Additional evaluation showed there were non-designated lamps installed within the device, the image displayed with the scope had noise throughout, and there was inadequate air flow from the light source which caused discoloration of the tube.The investigation is ongoing.A supplemental report will be submitted upon completion of the investigation or if additional information becomes available.
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This report is being supplemented to provide additional information based on the legal manufacturer's final investigation.A review of the device history record found no deviations that could have caused or contributed to the reported issue.It has been over 6 years since the subject device was manufactured.Based on the results of the investigation, it is likely the image disturbance occurred due to the use of a non-designated lamp.However, a definitive root cause could not be determined.Based on the results of the investigation, it is likely the error code b30 occurred due to contamination of the contact points of the output adapter, foreign bodies, and poor connection between the light source and the cable between the processors.However, a definitive root cause could not be determined.The following information is stated in the instructions for use (ifu): ¿instruction manual evis exera iii high-intensity light source device /olympus clv-190 chapter 6 replacement of illuminating lamp 6.1 light lamp replacement summary and precautions replace the illumination lamp with the one specified below.¿ xenon lamp maj-1817 (olympus) if you need a new illumination lamp, contact olympus.¿ olympus will continue to monitor field performance for this device.
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