An official ACCC notice concerns BiPAP A40 Ventilator. If the non-conforming material is present patients may be exposed to: 1. Chemical exposure due to off-gassing, creating a potential biosafety or toxicological hazard. 2. Sudden failure of the device causing a Ventilator Inoperative condition, which may result in asphyxia if not immediately identified and addressed by the care provider. Published 2022-08-30.
What to do now
Philips will replace all the affected devices, users will receive new A40 Pro units. For more details, see https://apps.TGA.gov.au/Prod/sara/arn-detail.aspx k=RC-2022-RN-01118-1 If you believe your product is affected and you have not received a letter from Philips, please contact Philips Sleep and Respiratory Care by phone on 1800 009 579.
Recall number
5a23c526-b9a7-43d4-aa8c-66f2215bfff9
Official notice
2022-08-30
The hazard
The hazard
If the non-conforming material is present patients may be exposed to: 1. Chemical exposure due to off-gassing, creating a potential biosafety or toxicological hazard. 2. Sudden failure of the device causing a Ventilator Inoperative condition, which may result in asphyxia if not immediately identified and addressed by the care provider.
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