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Device manufacturer date: the device was manufactured in june 2016 based on the three-digit lot number.The specific date could not be determined with that information.During inspection and testing, the customer¿s complaint was confirmed, they were unable to pass guide wire into the forceps channel.A review of the device history record found no deviations that could have caused or contributed to the reported event.The device shipped according to specifications.A definitive root cause of the reported issue could not be identified.Section 3.0 of the device ifu ( instructions for use_99-1088_fg) recommends performing operation tests, including working channel testing, before using the device: "perform the following before using the instrument¿do not use if damage is found;" ".Ensure that irrigant flows freely, and that accessories pass easily, through the working channel." (page 7).During inspection and testing the following was also found: stains on the eye cup and a cloudy image.Per the legal manufacturer, these device defects have no potential to cause or contribute to death or serious injury if the malfunctions were to recur.Olympus will continue to monitor field performance for this device.
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