Manufacturer's investigation conclusion: the reported event of fluid ingress issue was confirmed with the returned universal battery charger (serial # (b)(6).The submitted reference photo captured what appears to be remnants of fluid on the housing.Also, the reference photos captured corrosion damage on electrical components on the internal printed circuit board.Event details indicated a glass of water was inadvertently spilt on the unit and the damage is consistent with a fluid ingress issue.The customer declined repair and requested the unit to be scrapped.Device history record indicated the device was manufactured in accordance to mfg and qa specifications.Universal battery charger (serial # (b)(6) was shipped to the customer on 04aug2020.Care and maintenance of the heartmate universal battery charger (ubc) are addressed in the heartmate ii instructions for use (rev c) and the heartmate 3 instructions for use (rev c).Section 3, power the system, description of battery charger pocket lights and their meaning.There are warnings that states ¿do not allow water to penetrate into the interior of the equipment.Do not immerse equipment in water or liquid.Immersion in water or liquid may cause the pump to stop.¿ under equipment storage and care, ¿cleaning the power module and mobile power unit¿ periodically, and as needed, unplug the power module and mobile power unit and clean the exterior surfaces using a clean, damp (not wet) cloth.You may use a mild detergent, if necessary.Keep the power module and mobile power unit dry and away from water or liquid.If the power module or mobile power unit comes into contact with water or liquid, it may fail to operate properly or you may get an electric shock.Do not clean the power module or mobile power unit while it is being used to power the left ventricular assist system.No further information was provided.The manufacturer is closing the file on this event.
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