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FDA Devices Critical Class I Ongoing

HAMILTON-C6 Intensive Care Ventilator, REF: 160021

Reported: August 31, 2022 Initiated: June 27, 2022 #Z-1525-2022

Product Description

HAMILTON-C6 Intensive Care Ventilator, REF: 160021

Reason for Recall

Ventilator status indicator board can become loose, which could lead to water ingress (disinfectants) that may lead to technical fault alarms. Multiple technical faults in a short time may force ventilators into Safety Ventilation (blower runs constantly) or Ambient Sate (inspiratory channel/expiratory valves opened; patient breaths room air unassisted) with Panel connection lost message displayed

Details

Recalling Firm
Hamilton Medical AG
Units Affected
358
Distribution
US nationwide distribution including Puerto Rico.
Location
Bonaduz

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
HAMILTON-C6 Intensive Care Ventilator, REF: 160021. Recalled by Hamilton Medical AG. Units affected: 358.
Why was this product recalled?
Ventilator status indicator board can become loose, which could lead to water ingress (disinfectants) that may lead to technical fault alarms. Multiple technical faults in a short time may force ventilators into Safety Ventilation (blower runs constantly) or Ambient Sate (inspiratory channel/expiratory valves opened; patient breaths room air unassisted) with Panel connection lost message displayed
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on August 31, 2022. Severity: Critical. Recall number: Z-1525-2022.