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GETINGE WASHER/DISINFECTOR (2015-10-10)
- Starting date:
- October 10, 2015
- Type of communication:
- Medical Device Recall
- Subcategory:
- Medical Device
- Hazard classification:
- Type II
- Source of recall:
- Health Canada
- Issue:
- Medical Devices
- Audience:
- General Public, Healthcare Professionals, Hospitals
- Identification number:
- RA-55760
Affected Products
GETINGE WASHER/DISINFECTOR
Reason
Getinge received two complaints that sediment residuals were found in the manifold of Getinge 46 Series Washer/Disinfectors with the drying option and PACS 300 controls. Investigation revealed that there was insufficient water flow through the manifold, which allowed air pockets to occur.
Affected products
GETINGE WASHER/DISINFECTOR
Lot or serial number
More than 10 numbers, contact manufacturer.
Model or catalog number
- 46-2
- 46-4
- 46-5
Companies
- Manufacturer
-
Getinge Disinfection AB
LJUNGADALSGATAN 11
VAXJO
35115
SWEDEN