Hamilton Medical recalls C3 ventilators due to battery gauge potentially showing higher charge than actual. Affected units may need battery replacement to prevent incorrect shutdowns.
After two and a half years, the battery fuel gauge may indicate a higher battery charge than what is available.
Hamilton Medical is recalling C3 ventilators because the battery gauge might show a higher charge level than what's actually available after two and a half years. This could lead to unexpected shutdowns if the battery runs out unexpectedly.
The battery gauge may indicate a higher charge level than the actual battery capacity after two and a half years. This could cause the ventilator to shut down unexpectedly if the battery runs out before the gauge shows it.
Hospital staff and patients using the Hamilton C3 ventilator in medical facilities. The risk is low as the issue only affects battery gauge accuracy after two and a half years.
The Hamilton C3 Ventilator Unit with any serial number. All units were sold starting from 2019 with product number 160005.
Verify the battery gauge reading matches the actual battery level by checking with a battery tester or consulting the manufacturer.
This recall applies to all Hamilton C3 Ventilators with serial numbers, sold starting in 2019 with product number 160005.
All Hamilton C3 Ventilators with serial numbers are affected. The product was sold starting in 2019 with product number 160005.
No, the recall does not require immediate stoppage. The issue is low risk and only affects battery gauge accuracy after two and a half years.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Hamilton Medical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1372-2018 — Hamilton Medical Hamilton Medical Hello, I own a Hamilton Medical that is covered by recall Z-1372-2018 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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