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The reported complaint of "the autopulse platform (sn: (b)(6)) displayed user advisory (ua) 07 (discrepancy between load 1 and load 2 too large) error message" was confirmed based on the archive data review and during functional testing.The root cause of the reported complaint was the defective load cell module 2.The damaged covers and defective load cell module were likely attributed to mishandling such as a drop.Visual inspection of the returned platform was performed.The front enclosure and top cover were observed to be cracked.In addition, the load plate cover was observed to be torn, and the battery lock was noted to be bent.The observed physical damages were unrelated to the reported complaint and were appeared to be the characteristics of harsh impact as a result of user mishandling.All the damaged parts will be replaced to address the issues.A review of the archive data was performed and showed multiple user advisory (ua) 07 (discrepancy between load 1 and load 2 too large) error messages to have occurred around the customer's reported event date; thus, confirming the reported complaint.Unable to perform initial functional testing due to ua07 error message displayed upon powering up the platform; thus, confirming the reported complaint.Load cell characterization results confirmed that load cell 2 over-reported, and it will be replaced to remedy the fault.Unrelated to the reported complaint, it was noted that the backlight of the lcd was not lighting up; however, the lcd was still readable.The root cause was the defective processor board, likely as a result of normal wear and tear.Autopulse platform is a reusable device and was manufactured in september 2013, and it is over 7 years old, well beyond its expected service life of 5 years.The processor board will be replaced to remedy the issue.During further functional testing, it was noted that encoder driveshaft was stiff and could not rotate smoothly, unrelated to the reported complaint.The root cause was due to the sticky driveshaft clutch area, which is usually caused by sharp edges from all 12-hex edges of the armature plate or due to burrs on the surface of the clutch rotor, attributed to normal wear and tear and/or use of the device.Deburring/filing of the clutch plate will be performed to remedy the problem.Awaiting the customer's approval for repair.Historical complaints were reviewed for service information related to the reported complaint, and there was no previous history of complaint reported for autopulse platform with serial number (b)(6).
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