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Type of Product Medical Device
TGA Recall Reference RC-2013-RN-00451-1
Product Name/Description Blackmax, Micromax, Xmax Anspach Pneumatic Drill Systems / Hoses without a pressure relief valve (PRV)

ARTG Number: 141599
Recall Action Level Hospital
Recall Action Classification Class I
Recall Action Commencement Date 20/05/2013
Responsible Entity Synthes Australia Pty Ltd
Reason/Issue The hand piece' s outer hose can rupture without warning if the air flow is blocked during use, this issue involves all drill system hose assemblies manufactured prior to a design change that became effective on May 13, 2009 incorporating a pressure relief valve.
Recall Action Recall for Product Correction
Recall Action Instructions End users are requested to inspect their stock to determine if they have any pneumatic drill systems without a pressure release valve. All affected device are to be returned to DePuy Synthes for rework/modification.
Contact Information 1800 796 843 - Synthes Customer Service