| Type of Product |
Medical Device |
| TGA Recall Reference |
RC-2015-RN-00927-1 |
| Product Name/Description |
Giraffe Shuttle Products (uninterruptable power supply for Giraffe Products)
Giraffe Shuttles with serial number MAAU61001 or higher are not affected by this issue.
All shuttles shipped prior to 1 July 2015
ARTG Number: 172411 |
| Recall Action Level |
Hospital |
| Recall Action Classification |
Class II |
| Recall Action Commencement Date |
1/10/2015 |
| Responsible Entity |
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| Reason/Issue |
GE Healthcare has recently become aware of a potential issue with the shortened battery life. Shortened battery life can lead to a loss of power to devices plugged into the Shuttle. Power loss during transport most reasonably expected to occur from this battery issue may lead to a minor delay in the transport time. |
| Recall Action |
Recall for Product Correction |
| Recall Action Instructions |
GE Healthcare is providing work around instructions for users to follow as an interim measure. GE Healthcare is providing a software update as a permanent fix. This action has been closed-out on 20/06/2016. |
| Contact Information |
1800 659 465 - National Call Centre |