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Hospira Inc. recalls LifeCare 5000 Pump (Plum 1.6) infusion pump, indicated for volumetric infusion of critical drugs and fluids by intraven
Recalled June 11, 2014 · FDA recall Z-1702-2014 · Hospira
Hazard
There is the potential for the door roller assembly on the Plum LifeCare 5000 Series and Plum XL families of infusers to break. In the event of a broken door roller pin, the door cannot appropriately lock the cassette in the right position. Depending on the conditions of a broken door roller pin, a number of events can occur. The door cannot be closed or a cassette/door alarm or a false occlusion · FDA Class II
Units
List Number 02507: 132,889 pumps
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Description
There is the potential for the door roller assembly on the Plum LifeCare 5000 Series and Plum XL families of infusers to break. In the event of a broken door roller pin, the door cannot appropriately lock the cassette in the right position. Depending on the conditions of a broken door roller pin, a number of events can occur. The door cannot be closed or a cassette/door alarm or a false occlusion
Product
LifeCare 5000 Pump (Plum 1.6) infusion pump, indicated for volumetric infusion of critical drugs and fluids by intravenous (I.V.) administration.
Manufacturer(s)
Hospira Inc.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov →