MAUDE Adverse Event Report: KINETIC CONCEPTS, INC. V.A.C. FREEDOM¿ THERAPY SYSTEM; OMP

Model Number WNDFRE

Device Problem Thermal Decomposition of Device (1071)

Patient Problem No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient (2692)

Event Date 07/23/2019

Event Type  malfunction  

Manufacturer Narrative

Based on the information provided, kci quality engineering's internal inspection of the unit revealed the source for the heat event to be an electrical short in the unit's battery charger assembly.Device labeling, available in print, states: in order for kci products to provide safe and proper performance: the electrical installation of the room must comply with the appropriate electrical wiring standards.Never operate this product if it has a damaged power cord, power supply or plug.If the power cord, power supply or plug is worn or damaged, contact kci.Do not use attachments not recommended by kci.Keep the v.A.C.Freedom¿ therapy system away from heated surfaces.Although the v.A.C.Freedom¿ therapy system conforms to the standard iec 60601-1-2 in relation to the electromagnetic compatibility, all electrical equipment may produce interference.If interference is suspected, separate the equipment and contact kci.Avoid spilling fluids on any part of the v.A.C.Freedom¿ therapy unit.Liquids remaining on the electrical controls can cause corrosion that may cause the electronic components to fail.Component failures may cause the unit to operate erratically, possibly producing potential hazards to patient and staff.If spills do occur, unplug the unit immediately and clean with an absorbent cloth.Ensure there is no moisture in or near the power connection and power supply components before reconnecting power.If the v.A.C.Freedom¿ therapy unit does not work properly, contact kci.Do not use v.A.C.Freedom¿ therapy unit while bathing/showering or where it can fall or be pulled into a tub, shower or sink.Do not reach for product that has fallen into water.Unplug the unit immediately if plugged into electrical source.Disconnect the unit from dressing and contact kci.

Event Description

On 23-jul-2019, the following information was reported by the nurse: the v.A.C.Freedom¿ therapy system allegedly exhibited a hot electrical smell.On 31-jul-2019, the following information was reported by the nurse: no injury or harm occurred to patient or others.On 11-jun-2019, the device was tested per quality control procedure by kci field service and the unit passed the quality control checks.On (b)(6) 2019, the device was placed with the patient.On 24-sep-2019, kci quality engineering evaluated the device and determined the unit's bottom housing revealed black residue both internal and external to the device.Internal inspection of the unit revealed damaged insulation which exposed the electrical conductors on the battery charger assembly wiring and the data port assembly wiring indicating the source of the event was an electrical short in the unit's battery charger assembly.

Manufacturer Narrative

Mdr-3009897021-2019-00286_109600-iss sent on 24-oct-2019 noted the following: 1.Describe event or problem noted: on (b)(6) 2019, the device was placed with the patient.Correction: on (b)(6) 2019, the device was placed with the patient.2.Device availability, returned to manufacturer noted 05-aug-2019.Correction: date returned to manufacturer is 06-aug-2019.Based on the corrections, kc's assessment remains the same; kci quality engineering's internal inspection of the unit revealed the source for the heat event to be an electrical short in the unit's battery charger assembly.

• Brand Name: V.A.C. FREEDOM¿ THERAPY SYSTEM
• Type of Device: OMP
• Manufacturer (Section D): KINETIC CONCEPTS, INC.; 6203 farinon drive; san antonio TX 78249
• MDR Report Key: 9235134
• MDR Text Key: 163647125
• Report Number: 3009897021-2019-00286
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: OMP
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00849554006539
• UDI-Public: 0100849554006539
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• PMA/PMN Number: K120033
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: health professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 01/03/2020

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 10/24/2019
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: WNDFRE
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 08/06/2019
• Date Manufacturer Received: 12/04/2019
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Patient Sequence Number: 1