Medline recalls specific convenience kits containing SafeAir Smoke Evacuation Pencils that may activate without manual input when plugged in or remain active after button release. Affected kits include models with CDS860015W, CDS860015X, and other listed references.
Medline Industries, LP is issuing a recall for specific item(s) and lot(s) of Medline Kits containing SafeAir Smoke Evacuation Pencils. Stryker Instruments has expanded the scope of their recall of SafeAir Smoke Evacuation Pencils previously initiated in October 2024, adding an additional 47 lots to the scope of the recall. The initial recall was due to the potential for product to activate without manual input when plugged into a power source or remain active after buttons are released.
Medline is recalling specific convenience kits that contain SafeAir Smoke Evacuation Pencils. These products may activate without manual input when plugged into a power source or remain active after buttons are released, creating a risk of unintended operation during medical procedures.
The SafeAir Smoke Evacuation Pencils in these kits may activate automatically when plugged into a power source or stay active after buttons are released, potentially causing unintended suction or airflow during medical procedures without manual input.
Healthcare professionals and medical facilities using these specific Medline convenience kits are most at risk, as the unintended activation could interfere with surgical procedures.
Check for kits labeled with specific model references like CDS860015W, CDS860015X, CDS860016R, CDS860016S, or other listed references in the recall notice. The kits are sold by Medline Industries, LP.
Look for model references such as CDS860015W, CDS860015X, CDS860016R, or other listed references on the kit.
Reach out to Medline Industries, LP for assistance with the recall process or to confirm if your kit is affected.
The SafeAir Smoke Evacuation Pencils in these kits may activate without manual input when plugged into a power source or remain active after buttons are released, potentially causing unintended suction during medical procedures.
Kits labeled with specific model references like CDS860015W, CDS860015X, CDS860016R, CDS860016S, and other listed references in the recall notice.
No, but you should check if your kit is affected and contact Medline if you have any concerns about the product's safety.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Medline to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0517-2026 — Medline Medline Hello, I own a Medline that is covered by recall Z-0517-2026 from Medline. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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