Medical device manufacturer, Laerdal, has issued a medical device safety alert concerning its Laerdal Compact Suction Unit [Model number: 88005103 and 88006103; Serial numbers: 150303A0479 to 150303A0493].
A limited number of Laerdal Compact Suction Unit 4 units placed on the market have been manufactured with a material that does not meet its specification. All affected units have passed the functional test performed before release and are capable of achieving maximum vacuum. However, lifetime and performance at operating temperature limits (high/ low temperatures) is unknown. Therefore, the units with serial numbers listed above must be returned to the manufacturer. Units with affected serial numbers must be removed from use.
According to the local supplier, the affected products are distributed in Hong Kong.
If you are in possession of the affected products, please contact your supplier for necessary actions.
Posted on 27 April 2015