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Report confirmed.Evaluation determined that the leg was bent.It was also noted that there was tool insertion difficulty and the laser markings were faded.Previous investigation performed under (b)(4) determined that the likely causes are debris in the collet and improper insertion of the tool.The user manual contains the following warnings do not use a legend attachment if any part of the attachment appears to be bent, loose, missing or damaged.Do not use excessive pressure, such as bending or prying, on attachments or dissecting tools.This may cause tool to bend or break and cause injury to patient, operator and/or operating room staff." in addition, insert dissecting tool into motor collet with a slight rotational motion.A tactile and audible click is observed indicating that the dissecting tool is fully seated.We will continue to track and trend this complaint type.If information is provided in the future, a supplemental report will be issued.
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