Editor09.21.09
CONMED Corp.‘s Linvatec unit is recalling certain battery handpieces and universal cables, according to the Utica, N.Y.-based company.
These include PRO5 & PRO6 series battery handpieces manufactured prior to May 31, 2008, and certain lots of the MC5057 Universal Cable manufactured prior to Dec. 1, 2006, used with certain CONMED Linvatec's electric-powered handpieces.
CONMED Linvatec issued safety alert letters to customers dated July 31, notifying them of the unlikely possibility for units to potentially self-activate. The letter also reminded customers that safe and effective use of the handpieces includes inserting the battery away from the operation site, along with not touching or coming into contact with moving parts while inserting the battery, and to follow recommended handling and user instructions, according to the company.
An additional letter listing the affected serial numbers of units is in process of being sent to customers who have the PRO5 & PRO6 series battery handpieces. They will be requested to contact CONMED Linvatec to schedule the return and service of their units.
Units manufactured and distributed after May 31, 2008, are not affected by this action.
These include PRO5 & PRO6 series battery handpieces manufactured prior to May 31, 2008, and certain lots of the MC5057 Universal Cable manufactured prior to Dec. 1, 2006, used with certain CONMED Linvatec's electric-powered handpieces.
CONMED Linvatec issued safety alert letters to customers dated July 31, notifying them of the unlikely possibility for units to potentially self-activate. The letter also reminded customers that safe and effective use of the handpieces includes inserting the battery away from the operation site, along with not touching or coming into contact with moving parts while inserting the battery, and to follow recommended handling and user instructions, according to the company.
An additional letter listing the affected serial numbers of units is in process of being sent to customers who have the PRO5 & PRO6 series battery handpieces. They will be requested to contact CONMED Linvatec to schedule the return and service of their units.
Units manufactured and distributed after May 31, 2008, are not affected by this action.