| Model Number |
72200872S |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Overheating of Device (1437)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
01/01/1901
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Internal complaint reference (b)(4).
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the motor drive unit did not work and the cord got hot.It is unknown when the event occurred relative to surgery.Back up device available.No delay nor patient complications were reported.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Internal complaint reference (b)(4).B5: updated.H10, h3, h6: the reported device was received for evaluation.It was determined the device did not contribute to the reported event.A visual inspection found a discolored cord and a missing soak cap and lanyard.A functional evaluation revealed no issues.No overheating was noted.A review of device records showed there were no indications to suggest that the product did not meet manufacturing specification upon release for distribution.A complaint history review concluded this was a repeat event.A review of risk management files found that the reported failure was documented appropriately.The complaint was not confirmed, and the root cause could not be determined since the reported malfunction could not be duplicated during the product evaluation process.Factors which can contribute to overheating include a blade stall condition that will result in increased current draw from the control unit which will heat the motor and hand piece housing.Factors which can contribute to a blade stall condition includes gearbox corrosion caused by cleaning and sterilization methods and the chemicals involved.Please refer to the instructions for use for recommendations on proper use of the device and potential troubleshooting methods to prevent future reoccurrence of the reported event.No containment or corrective actions are recommended at this time.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the motor drive unit did not work and the cord got hot.It is unknown when the event occurred relative to surgery.Back up device available.No delay was reported.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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