| Model Number |
AMSCO 600 Steam Sterilizer |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Leak/Splash (1354)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
10/01/2021
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Event or Problem Description
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The user facility reported water was leaking from their amsco 600 sterilizer onto the floor.No report of injury.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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A steris service technician arrived onsite to inspect the unit and found that the flexible hose that connects the facility cold water piping to the unit's piping was damaged causing water to leak onto the floor.The technician made the necessary repairs, tested the unit, confirmed it to be operating according to specification, and returned it to service.The hose subject of the reported event will be returned for evaluation.A follow-up mdr will be submitted when additional information becomes available.
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