| Type of Product |
Medical Device |
| TGA Recall Reference |
RC-2013-RN-00129-1 |
| Product Name/Description |
SureSigns Patient Monitors, Model VS2+
Product number: 863278, 863279
Multiple affected serial numbers
ARTG Number: 93971 |
| Recall Action Level |
Hospital |
| Recall Action Classification |
Class I |
| Recall Action Commencement Date |
11/02/2013 |
| Responsible Entity |
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| Reason/Issue |
Philips Healthcare has identified that it is possible for the SureSigns VS2+ Patient Monitor to lock up and stop monitoring during patient use. |
| Recall Action |
Recall for Product Correction |
| Recall Action Instructions |
Philips is advising end users to not use the device in non-invasive blood pressure (NBP) Interval mode. If the device freezes disconnect the power and remove the battery. Reconnect the battery and power-up after 60 seconds.
Philips Healthcare is implementing a design change to correct the issue. |
| Contact Information |
1800 251 400 - Philips Customer Care Centre |