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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

HAMILTON-C2 Ventilator: Manufactured by Hamilton Medical AG CH-7402 Bonaduz, Switzerland; Imported and distributed by Hamilton Medical, Inc. Reno, NV 89502 The HAMILTON C2 ventilator is intended to provide positive pressure ventilatory support to adults, pediatrics, infants and neonates depending on its configuration. Intended areas of use: In the intensive care ward or in the recovery room; During transfer of ventilated patients within the hospital.

Reported: November 13, 2013 Initiated: September 26, 2013 #Z-0170-2014

Product Description

HAMILTON-C2 Ventilator: Manufactured by Hamilton Medical AG CH-7402 Bonaduz, Switzerland; Imported and distributed by Hamilton Medical, Inc. Reno, NV 89502 The HAMILTON C2 ventilator is intended to provide positive pressure ventilatory support to adults, pediatrics, infants and neonates depending on its configuration. Intended areas of use: In the intensive care ward or in the recovery room; During transfer of ventilated patients within the hospital.

Reason for Recall

Manufacturer defined limits for improperly functioning loudspeakers of the HAMILTON C2 alarm system were exceeded.

Details

Recalling Firm
Hamilton Medical, Inc.
Units Affected
316 devices distributed in the US.
Distribution
Nationwide distribution: USA including Puerto Rico and the states of IL, MT, IN, ND, AZ, MT, KY, NC, OH, MA, MO, VA, CA, NV, TX, WA, NY, GA, SC,MN, WY, PA, ND, UT, NE, CO and MI.
Location
Reno, NV

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
HAMILTON-C2 Ventilator: Manufactured by Hamilton Medical AG CH-7402 Bonaduz, Switzerland; Imported and distributed by Hamilton Medical, Inc. Reno, NV 89502 The HAMILTON C2 ventilator is intended to provide positive pressure ventilatory support to adults, pediatrics, infants and neonates depending on its configuration. Intended areas of use: In the intensive care ward or in the recovery room; During transfer of ventilated patients within the hospital.. Recalled by Hamilton Medical, Inc.. Units affected: 316 devices distributed in the US..
Why was this product recalled?
Manufacturer defined limits for improperly functioning loudspeakers of the HAMILTON C2 alarm system were exceeded.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on November 13, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0170-2014.