| Type of Product |
Medical Device |
| TGA Recall Reference |
RC-2013-RN-00440-1 |
| Product Name/Description |
Receptal 1000 mL liner and canister used with the Laerdal Suction Unit
Item code: 78001033
ARTG Number: 129688 |
| Recall Action Level |
Hospital |
| Recall Action Classification |
Class II |
| Recall Action Commencement Date |
17/05/2013 |
| Responsible Entity |
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| Reason/Issue |
Laerdal has advised that the following situations can result in loss of suction:
1. the hard canister and the single use liner are not properly seated;
2. the liner separates from the canister during use. |
| Recall Action |
Recall for Product Correction |
| Recall Action Instructions |
Laerdal are requesting their customers to immediately seek an alternative to the 1000 mL Receptal system. Laerdal recommend to only discontinue use of the suction liners and canister once an alternative is sourced. Once an alternative has been sourced the 1000 mL Receptal liners and canister should be discarded. |
| Contact Information |
1800 331 565 - Laerdal Head Office |