3M recalls specialty blades for surgical clippers that can overheat and cause burns if left running without skin contact. Affected units include specific model numbers and lot codes.
3M has added the following cautionary statement regarding the use of the product: "Caution - To reduce the risk of burns, which if not avoided may result in minor injury: " Do not use on injured skin. " Do not leave clipper running unused in air without applying to skin for more than 1 minute as blade temperature may exceed 41¿C (105.8¿F). " Do not leave the clipper blade applied to the same location on the patient s skin for longer than 1 second as potential injury may occur; continuous motion of the clipper during use is required. Note: If clipper is left running unused in air for 10 minutes without applying to skin, the Model 9690 blade maximum temperature may reach 60¿C (140¿F) and the Model 9660 blade maximum temperature may reach 77¿C (170.6¿F)."
3M is recalling specialty blades for surgical clippers that can overheat and cause burns if left running without skin contact for more than a minute. This hazard occurs because the blades get very hot when unused, potentially causing burns to the skin.
The blades can overheat when left running without skin contact for more than a minute, reaching temperatures up to 77°C (170.6°F) for Model 9660 blades. This overheating can cause burns to the skin if the blade is not in contact with skin for longer than one second.
Surgical patients and healthcare providers using 3M Surgical Clipper blades with the specific model numbers and lot codes listed in the recall. Those who leave the blades running without skin contact for extended periods are at higher risk.
Check for the specific model numbers and lot codes listed in the recall: REF 9660, 70-2011-8491-1, 7100213026, and UDI/DI numbers 50707387789294 (shipper) or 30707387789290 (tray).
Ensure the blade is in contact with skin for at least one second before use to prevent overheating.
Do not leave the clipper running without skin contact for more than one minute to avoid overheating.
The affected model numbers include REF 9660, 70-2011-8491-1, 7100213026, and UDI/DI numbers 50707387789294 (shipper) or 30707387789290 (tray).
If the blade is left running without skin contact for more than one minute, it may overheat to temperatures up to 77°C (170.6°F) for Model 9660 blades, causing potential burns.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so check the blade temperature and do not leave it running without skin contact for more than one minute.
We’ve drafted a message you can send 3M to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1170-2024 — 3M 3M Hello, I own a 3M that is covered by recall Z-1170-2024 from 3M. 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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