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Type of Product	Medical Device
TGA Recall Reference	RC-2017-RN-01492-1
Product Name/Description	Hercules Patient Lifter Model Number: H150MT Serial Numbers: 2015 07 LFT 005T 001 to 2015 07 LFT 005T 079 and 2015 39 LFT 005T 040 to 2015 39 LFT 005T 066 ARTG Number: 224479
Recall Action Level	Consumer
Recall Action Classification	Class II
Recall Action Commencement Date	8/12/2017
Responsible Entity	R & R Healthcare Equipment Pty Ltd
Reason/Issue	R&R Healthcare identified that the Hercules Patient Lifter, the spreader bar (which holds the sling) is secured to the lifter arm by a lock tighten dome nut. There has been one report of this dome nut becoming loose causing the spreader to detach from the lifter arm, resulting in a client fall.
Recall Action	Recall for Product Correction
Recall Action Instructions	R & R Healthcare is advising distributors to inspect stock and ensure the dome nut is tight. A repair kit will be provided for all lifts to be inspected. Users are advised check that the dome nut is tight, and the spreader bar is secured to the lifter arm. The supplier of the lift will be installing an additional locking pin to the lifter. This action has been closed out on the 08/11/2018.
Contact Information	1800 684 405 - Customer Support