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A bipap a30 device was returned to a third-party service center in reference to the voluntary field safety notice/recall notification related to the sound abatement foam in certain cpap, bipap, and mechanical ventilator devices.There is no allegation of serious or permanent harm or injury.The device was not documented to be in patient use.During the evaluation of the bipap a30, the service technician visually inspected the device and found evidence of foam degradation.Additionally, the evaluation of the device data identified unrelated error codes.These error codes are consistent with normal device operation and expected use conditions and are not considered reportable under medical device reporting requirements.No evidence was identified to suggest that these error codes contributed to or caused the reported event.The service technician also noted dirt/dust and tobacco contamination present.The device was scrapped by the service center after the evaluation was completed.
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