Model Number NL5000 |
Device Problems
Inadequate or Insufficient Training (1643); Use of Device Problem (1670)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 10/26/2021 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Event Description
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It was reported by the customer that the scanner was not driving correctly.When pressing the drivebar to move the device, the device was said to move backwards.Per feedback received from field service, a technician was pinned against the wall while attempting to drive the device.No injury to the operator was reported.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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It was reported by a customer that a scanner was driving incorrectly.While driving the device, a technician was pinned against a wall.There was no additional information on user injury provided.While further investigating, the field service engineer determined that the wheel hubs were malfunctioning, which contributed to the difficulty in driving the device the user experienced.However, it was also conveyed that the technician who drove the scanner was not adequately trained on driving the device.The drive bar and required components were replaced and the field service technician stated the device was working appropriately after the repair.To further mitigate this incident, neurologica will be conducting a training seminar with the site on how to appropriately drive the device.
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Event Description
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It was reported by the customer that the scanner was not driving correctly.When pressing the drivebar to move the device, the device was said to move backwards.Per feedback received from field service, a technician was pinned against the wall while attempting to drive the device.No injury to the operator was reported.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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It was reported by a customer that a scanner was driving incorrectly.While driving the device, a technician was pinned against a wall.There was no additional information on user injury provided.While further investigating, the field service engineer determined that the wheel hubs were malfunctioning, which contributed to the difficulty in driving the device the user experienced.However, it was also conveyed that the technician who drove the scanner was not adequately trained on driving the device.The drive bar and required components were replaced and the field service technician stated the device was working appropriately after the repair.To further mitigate this incident, neurologica will be conducting a training seminar with the site on how to appropriately drive the device.
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