| Model Number |
EM200-R |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Overheating of Device (1437)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199)
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Report confirmed.The device was tested and the temperature rise was measured to be 58.6°f.The rate of temperature rise was above threshold at 6.2°f/sec.The likely cause of failure could not be determined.It was also noted that the device failed the patient current leakage test.There is no evidence that any other failures during analysis were found that may have contributed to this event.This type of failure is associated with (b)(4).The device user manual warnings section includes instructions that heavy side loads and/or long operating times may cause the device to overheat.If the device overheats, discontinue use and rest the device by using it intermittently, or wrap the device in a moist sterile towel.Use of an overheated device may cause injury to the patient or operator.We will continue to track and trend this complaint type.If information is provided in the future, a supplemental report will be issued.
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Event or Problem Description
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Repair request initiated for device with no reported malfunction.It was reported that there was no patient or staff impact.Repair escalated to product event on evaluation due to overheating.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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