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Type of Product Medical Device
TGA Recall Reference RC-2012-RN-01136-1
Product Name/Description Spacelabs Healthcare Qube Compact Monitor (Multi parameter transportable patient monitor)

Serial Numbers:1390 - 000340, 1390 - 000339, 1390 - 000338 & 1390 - 000337

ARTG Number: 108755
Recall Action Level Hospital
Recall Action Classification Class II
Recall Action Commencement Date 8/11/2012
Responsible Entity Medtel Pty Ltd
Reason/Issue There is a potential failure of the Qube Compact Monitor where the input power can fail even though the power source at the wall has not been interrupted. The monitor automatically goes into battery mode and functions normally, including the low battery alerts, until the batteries become depleted and the monitor turns off. In addition, there is the potential for the Qube Compact Monitor to fail to turn on.
Recall Action Recall for Product Correction
Recall Action Instructions As an interim measure, Medtel is providing work around instructions to reduce the probability of occurrence. New hardware will be installed to permanently correct the issue as soon as possible.
Contact Information 03 8564 0802 - Medtel Australia Regulatory Affairs