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Health product recall

Aerial Cushion (2014-02-13)

Starting date:
February 13, 2014
Posting date:
April 14, 2014
Type of communication:
Medical Device Recall
Subcategory:
Medical Device
Hazard classification:
Type III
Source of recall:
Health Canada
Issue:
Medical Devices
Audience:
General Public, Healthcare Professionals, Hospitals
Identification number:
RA-38995

Recalled Products

Aerial Cushion

Reason

Recent routine internal fire testing to test flammability after multiple washings of the device (N=5) of the whole cushion (cover and foam) in water after 40 degrees celsius, revealed a potential risk of flammability from the product (the "testing failure"). This testing failure contradicts the information contained in the company's instructions for use wherein it states: "hand wash all foam breathair components in warm water at 40 degrees celsius using a standard mild detergent. Do not use fabric softner. Rinse well."

Affected products

Aerial Cushion

Lot or serial number

More than 10 numbers, contact manufacturer

Model or catalog number
  • 476C00 = SK701
  • 476C00 = SK702
  • 476C00 = SK703
  • 476C00 = SK704
  • 476C00 = SK705
  • 476C00 = SK706
  • 476C00 = SK707
Companies
Manufacturer
Otto Bock Healthcre
3820 West Great Lakes Dr.
Salt Lake City
84120
Utah
UNITED STATES