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***REF VP6528***Qty 1***Articulating Arm, Secondary Flat Panel***RX Only***See Instructions for Use***CONMED LINVATEC, C

FDA device recall Z-1893-2011 · posted 2011-04-05 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Linvatec Corp. dba ConMed Linvatec
Reason for recall
If the VHM Arm is left in the locked position, the gas spring can lose pressure and releasing the lock can result in a sudden downward movement.
Action taken
An Urgent Service Bulletin Notification was mailed to each ConMed Linvatec customer who received the affected product. The letter identified the affected product and stated the reason for notification. The letter asks customers to review the GCX Corporation Service Bulletins and updated Installation/User Manual. ConMed Linvatec recommends that customers periodically check the VHM Arm to see that it is functioning properly. In addition "Sudden Movement" stickers, provided by GCX, were also included to all consignees as part of the mailing. If customers in the US have questions or need technical support, they can contact ConMed Linvatec Endoscopy Customer Service at 888-292-0100 or e-mail Customerserv1@linvatec.com.
Root cause
Device Design
Status
Terminated
Product code
KQM
Quantity affected
373
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution -- Australia, Canada, Morocco, Saudi Arabia, Taiwan, Province of China, and throughout the U.S.
Date initiated
2010-09-17
Date posted
2011-04-05
Date terminated
2011-05-17
Location
Largo, FL

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