Hamilton Medical recalls C1 Ventilators with serial numbers starting 6006-9995 due to a software anomaly that may cause unplanned shutdown after ~91 days of use. Affected units may enter ambient mode without warning.
Due to a software anomaly after approximately 91 days of cumulative use, the ventilator may stop and enter the ambient mode without prior notice.
Hamilton Medical is recalling certain C1 Ventilators that may stop working unexpectedly after about 91 days of use. This could lead to the ventilator switching to ambient mode without warning, potentially disrupting critical breathing support for patients.
After approximately 91 days of cumulative use, the ventilator's software may malfunction and stop functioning, switching to ambient mode without prior warning. This could interrupt life-support for patients who rely on the device.
Healthcare providers using the Hamilton C1 Ventilator for patients, particularly those in critical care settings. Patients with breathing support needs are most at risk if the ventilator fails unexpectedly.
Check the serial number on your ventilator's label. Affected units have serial numbers starting with 6006 through 9995 (as listed in the recall notice).
Identify the serial number on your ventilator's label to confirm if it's in the affected range.
Be aware that the ventilator may stop working unexpectedly after about 91 days of use, switching to ambient mode without warning.
The ventilator may stop working unexpectedly after about 91 days of use due to a software anomaly, potentially switching to ambient mode without warning.
Check the serial number on your ventilator's label to see if it's in the affected range (serial numbers starting with 6006 through 9995). Monitor for unplanned shutdowns after about 91 days of use.
The recall record does not mention a specific fix or remedy for this issue.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Hamilton Medical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2139-2023 — Hamilton Medical Hamilton Medical Hello, I own a Hamilton Medical that is covered by recall Z-2139-2023 from Hamilton Medical. 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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