| Type of Product |
Medical Device |
| TGA Recall Reference |
RC-2013-RN-00072-1 |
| Product Name/Description |
Hand Switch for Electric Pen Drive (electrical drive for use with a range of surgical attachments)
Part Number: 05.001.012
Lot Numbers: AV19044; AV18166; and AV20666
ARTG Number: 157072 |
| Recall Action Level |
Hospital |
| Recall Action Classification |
Class II |
| Recall Action Commencement Date |
25/01/2013 |
| Responsible Entity |
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| Reason/Issue |
The Hand Switch attachment has been incorrectly labelled. The position of the "on" and "lock" labels are reversed on some units. |
| Recall Action |
Recall |
| Recall Action Instructions |
Synthes Australia is requesting customers to inspect their stock and isolate any incorrectly labelled devices. Affected devices are to be returned to Synthes Australia. A replacement unit will be provided. |
| Contact Information |
1800 7968 437 - Synthes Customer Service |