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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Neptune¿ 2 Rover - ULTRA ~120V ~ 60 Hz 12A REF 0702-001-000, Rx, Caution, consult accompanying documents Consult instructions for use, Max Vacuum; 21.0 in-Hg, 530 mm-Hg, The Neptune Waste Management System consists of a mobile rover unit used to suction and collect fluid waste, small debris and electrocautery smoke from a surgical site. Mobility allows the rover unit to be relocated to a waste disposal area where the rovers collection canisters can be emptied, via the docking station.

Reported: December 12, 2012 Initiated: May 24, 2011 #Z-0454-2013

Product Description

Neptune¿ 2 Rover - ULTRA ~120V ~ 60 Hz 12A REF 0702-001-000, Rx, Caution, consult accompanying documents Consult instructions for use, Max Vacuum; 21.0 in-Hg, 530 mm-Hg, The Neptune Waste Management System consists of a mobile rover unit used to suction and collect fluid waste, small debris and electrocautery smoke from a surgical site. Mobility allows the rover unit to be relocated to a waste disposal area where the rovers collection canisters can be emptied, via the docking station. Intended to be used in the Operating Room, Surgical Centers and Doctors Offices to collect and dispose of surgical fluid waste as well as collect smoke from electrocautery or laser devices.

Reason for Recall

Beginning May 24, 2011 Stryker Neptune 2 (N2) Waste Management Systems castors were replaced with a new castor design because investigation found the old design had the potential for the casters to bind compromising the Rover's ability to roll. This can result in additional strain on the operator, due to multiple exposures resulting in back pain.

Details

Units Affected
5865
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution-USA (nationwide) and Pacific countries, and the countries of EEMEA, Canada, Latin America, and Japan.
Location
Portage, MI

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Neptune¿ 2 Rover - ULTRA ~120V ~ 60 Hz 12A REF 0702-001-000, Rx, Caution, consult accompanying documents Consult instructions for use, Max Vacuum; 21.0 in-Hg, 530 mm-Hg, The Neptune Waste Management System consists of a mobile rover unit used to suction and collect fluid waste, small debris and electrocautery smoke from a surgical site. Mobility allows the rover unit to be relocated to a waste disposal area where the rovers collection canisters can be emptied, via the docking station. Intended to be used in the Operating Room, Surgical Centers and Doctors Offices to collect and dispose of surgical fluid waste as well as collect smoke from electrocautery or laser devices.. Recalled by Stryker Instruments Div. of Stryker Corporation. Units affected: 5865.
Why was this product recalled?
Beginning May 24, 2011 Stryker Neptune 2 (N2) Waste Management Systems castors were replaced with a new castor design because investigation found the old design had the potential for the casters to bind compromising the Rover's ability to roll. This can result in additional strain on the operator, due to multiple exposures resulting in back pain.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on December 12, 2012. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0454-2013.