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Health product recall

HAMILTON-C2 (2017-09-08)

Starting date:
September 8, 2017
Posting date:
October 6, 2017
Type of communication:
Medical Device Recall
Subcategory:
Medical Device
Hazard classification:
Type II
Source of recall:
Health Canada
Issue:
Medical Devices
Audience:
General Public, Hospitals, Healthcare Professionals
Identification number:
RA-64786

Affected products

HAMILTON-C2

Reason

After a usage of two and a half years, the battery fuel gauge may indicate a higher battery charge compared to what is available. Operator is alerted by high priority alarms when batteries are depleted. If not immediately connected to an AC power outlet, the ventilator will switch to ambient mode.

Affected products

HAMILTON-C2

Lot or serial number

Not indicated

Model or catalog number
  • 160001
  • 160002
Companies
Manufacturer
Hamilton Medical AG
Via Crush 8
Bonaduz
7402
SWITZERLAND