Device Problem
Smoking (1585)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 08/21/2023 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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A steris service technician arrived onsite to inspect the unit and found that the compressor was damaged.The unit has been removed from service as it is pending repairs.The dsd 201 automated endoscope reprocessor subject of the reported event was approximately 11 years old at the time of the reported event and is not under steris service agreement for maintenance activities.The user facility is responsible for all maintenance activities.A follow-up report will be submitted when additional information becomes available.
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Event Description
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The user facility reported that they heard a "buzzing sound" and observed smoke emitting from their dsd 201 automated endoscope reprocessor.User facility personnel unplugged the unit.No report of injury.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The technician replaced the compressor, tested the unit, confirmed it to be operating according to specification, and returned it to service.No additional issues have been reported.
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