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Type of Product Medical Device
TGA Recall Reference RC-2014-RN-00267-1
Product Name/Description Philips HeartStart FR3

Model numbers: 861388 and 861389

Serial numbers: C13F-00539, C13F-00580

ARTG Number: 92346
Recall Action Level Hospital
Recall Action Classification Class I
Recall Action Commencement Date 4/03/2014
Responsible Entity Philips Electronics Australia Ltd
Reason/Issue In a limited number of FR3 AEDs, the Printed Circuit Board (PCB), which contains the circuitry that supplies energy to the device, could become separated from the electrical contact points that hold the board in place. In the event that PCB becomes separated from the electrical contact points, the AED may not be ready to deliver a shock in the event of an emergency.
Recall Action Recall for Product Correction
Recall Action Instructions Philips is advising users to continue to use the AED if there are no alternatives available. Customer who have the affected device will be supplied with a replacement AED from Philips. This action has been closed-out on 12/02/2016.
Contact Information 1800 251 400 - Philips Customer Care Centre