Philips recalls IntelliVue MX40 patient monitors that may not alert users when low on battery, risking missed patient alerts. Affected units have specific product numbers and were sold in the US.
The MX40 may experience increased power consumption and may have a lack of visual and/or audible notifications while in a Low Battery State .
Philips is recalling IntelliVue MX40 patient monitors that may fail to show visual or audible warnings when low on battery. This could lead to missed patient alerts if the monitor stops working unexpectedly.
The monitor may stop sending visual or sound alerts when battery levels drop, meaning staff might not know the device is running low on power. This could delay critical patient monitoring if the monitor shuts down unexpectedly.
Healthcare providers using the IntelliVue MX40 patient monitors in hospitals or clinics are most at risk. Patients may be affected if the monitor fails to alert staff about low battery.
Check for product number 865350 and service numbers 453564262491 or 453564262511. All revision B.X versions of the IntelliVue MX40 are affected.
Ensure the monitor shows visual or audible warnings when battery levels are low.
The IntelliVue MX40 may not alert users when battery levels are low, which could lead to missed patient monitoring alerts.
Check for product number 865350 and service numbers 453564262491 or 453564262511. All revision B.X versions are affected.
No, the recall does not require stopping use. The monitor may still function normally but could fail to alert when low on battery.
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Subject: Recall Z-1692-2019 — Philips Philips Hello, I own a Philips that is covered by recall Z-1692-2019 from Philips. 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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