Product complaint #: (b)(4).Batch # t5aw9g.Investigation summary: the analysis showed that the ats45 device was received with no apparent damage and with a 6r45b cartridge not loaded in the device.The reload was received partially fired 1/10 and with the reload lockout spring damaged.The returned device was tested for functionality with a test reload and it fired, cut and formed all the staples as intended.The device fired without any difficulties, the staple line was complete, and the staples meet the staple form release criteria.The damage to the reload lockout spring is consistent with damage observed when the firing cycle is started, interrupted, released, and restarted.When firing the device make sure that the firing stroke is completed.Do not partially fire the device.Fire the device by squeezing the firing trigger completely until it rests on the closing trigger.Once the firing cycle has been initiated, it must be completed.If re-initiation of firing is resumed, the device will lockout.Firing through the lockout mechanism will break the device.Please reference the instruction for use for more information.A manufacturing record evaluation was performed for the finished device batch number, and no non-conformances were identified.
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