Model Number 722010 |
Device Problems
Smoking (1585); Sparking (2595)
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Patient Problem
No Code Available (3191)
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Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The generator converter failed during use of the system.When the investigation has been completed philips will inform the fda.
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Event Description
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Philips received a complaint where it was reported to philips that: during a procedure the user noticed smoke and small orange sparks inside the converter of the system.The user decided to stop the procedure and evacuate the patient who was sedated.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Philips investigated the converter and confirmed that an inside component (x2 capacitor) failed due to hospital main disturbances.Converters are ul 94 certified, and therefore any possible fire will self-extinguish.The replacement of both converters and wires in one converter solved the issue.
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