| Model Number |
ARDPWT209006A |
| Medical Device Problem Codes |
Crack (1135); Peeled/Delaminated (1454); Detachment of Device or Device Component (2907)
|
| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
|
|
Type of Reportable Event
|
Malfunction
|
|
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
|
|
Initial reporter was getinge technician.Event site name: (b)(6) event site telephone: (b)(6).Additional information will be provided following the conclusion of the investigation.
|
| |
|
Event or Problem Description
|
|
Getinge became aware of an issue with one of surgical lights - powerled ii.It was stated and confirmed by photographic evidence the paint was peeling from fork and handle, keypad membrane was damaged and headlight covers were damaged with missing particles.The issues were found during preventive maintenance.We decided to report the issue in abundance of caution as any particles falling off into sterile field or during procedure may cause contamination.
|
| |
|
Event or Problem Description
|
|
Manufacturer's reference number: (b)(6).
|
| |
|
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
|
|
The correction of d4 serial# deems required.This is based on the internal evaluation.Previous d4 serial#: (b)(6).Corrected d4 serial#: (b)(6).Getinge became aware of an issue with one of surgical lights - powerled ii.It was stated and confirmed by photographic evidence the paint was peeling from fork and handle, keypad membrane was damaged and headlight covers were damaged with missing particles.The issues were found during preventive maintenance.We decided to report the issue in abundance of caution as any particles falling off into sterile field or during procedure may cause contamination.Based on the information collected, it was established that when the event occurred, the surgical light did not meet its specification and in this way the device contributed to event.The claimed device was not being used for patient treatment or diagnosis when the event took place.A root cause analysis for investigated problems was performed by subject matter experts and concluded that: all maquet sas products comply with: iec 60601-1 ed.2.0 & ed.3.0 general requirements for basic safety and essential performance.Iec 60601-2-41 particular requirements for the safety of surgical luminaires and luminaire for diagnosis.Paint definition pfc066.This procedure defines maquet sas¿s requirements for all painted parts.Disinfection products test: the aim of these tests is to detect any incompatibility with disinfectant.The paint chip or paint damages are due to: impacts, collisions (abnormal use).The operating manual includes the instructions to pre-position the arms prior to use, in order to prevent damages.To prevent any similar incident, it is recommended to avoid the collisions between devices.Visual inspections during the cleaning allow to detect the painting defect, we recommend performing corrective maintenance to rectify the default after its detection.Minor paint chip can be repaired with touch up paint, nevertheless the parts impacted by serious damage must be replaced.Regarding the keypad, it could be noticed that the film has been rubbed probably with another device this is the result of a misuse.The top cover broken is the result of a violent shock with another device directly on the outer handle where, because of that, paint chipping can be noticed as well.Getinge shall continue to monitor for any further events of this nature and does not propose any further action at this time.
|
| |
|
Search Alerts/Recalls
|