3M recalls specific models of Bair Hugger warming blankets due to potential airflow issues causing limited inflation. Affected units include lot numbers R10359-R10366. Contact 3M for details.
Adesign change to 3M(TM) Bair Hugger(TM) Full Access Underbody Warming Blanket, Models 63500 and 63700, can make these blankets more susceptible to unintended occlusion of airflow resulting in limited or partial inflation during use.
3M is recalling certain Bair Hugger warming blankets that may not inflate properly during use, risking patient hypothermia. This recall affects specific lot numbers and requires immediate attention to prevent safety issues.
A design change in these blankets can cause airflow to become restricted, leading to partial or limited inflation. This may prevent the blanket from effectively warming patients, increasing the risk of hypothermia.
Healthcare providers using the 3M Bair Hugger Full Access Underbody Warming Blanket (models 63500 and 63700) with lot numbers R10359 through R10366 are most at risk. Patients receiving care with these blankets could experience hypothermia if the blanket fails to inflate properly.
Check the product label for lot numbers R10359 to R10366. The 3M Bair Hugger Full Access Underbody Warming Blanket (models 63500 and 63700) is the affected item.
Look for lot numbers R10359 through R10366 on the blanket.
Reach out to 3M directly for specific instructions on how to handle the affected units.
Models 63500 and 63700 of the 3M Bair Hugger Full Access Underbody Warming Blanket.
The blankets may not inflate properly, potentially causing patient hypothermia.
Check the product label for lot numbers R10359 through R10366.
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Subject: Recall Z-0598-2018 — 3M 3M Hello, I own a 3M that is covered by recall Z-0598-2018 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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