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Hospira Inc. recalls Plum A+ Single Channel Infusion Pumps with Hospira Mednet Software and a Connectivity Engine peripheral module that prov
Recalled December 19, 2012 · FDA recall Z-0483-2013 · Hospira
Hazard
The volume control knob on some Plum A+ single channel infusers (located on the back of the infuser) may not function as described in the System Operating Manual - the direction for Loud and Quiet may be reversed. The manual indicates a clockwise rotation of the knob decreases the volume; however, on some of the devices the alarm volume increases when the knob is turned clockwise. · FDA Class II
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Description
The volume control knob on some Plum A+ single channel infusers (located on the back of the infuser) may not function as described in the System Operating Manual - the direction for Loud and Quiet may be reversed. The manual indicates a clockwise rotation of the knob decreases the volume; however, on some of the devices the alarm volume increases when the knob is turned clockwise.
Product
Plum A+ Single Channel Infusion Pumps with Hospira Mednet Software and a Connectivity Engine peripheral module that provides wired Ethernet and wireless local area networking, allowing the MedNet software to download drug libraries to the infuser and enable the auto-programming feature; Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045; pump list #20679 and 20792, module list number 20677. The Plum A+ Infusion System with Hospira MedNet Software and a Connectivity Engine peripheral module that provides wired Ethernet and wireless local area networking, allowing the MedNet software to download drug libraries to the infuser and enable the auto-programming feature.
Manufacturer(s)
Hospira Inc.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov →