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Nellcor Puritan Bennett Inc. (dba Covidien LP) recalls Puritan Bennett 840 Series Ventilator PB840 Operators Manual Addendum PN 066009A 09/02 The intended use of the oxyge
Recalled January 29, 2014 · FDA recall Z-0821-2014 · Nellcor Puritan Bennett Inc. (dba Covidien LP)
Hazard
Covidien is correcting labeling to clarify the operational life of the oxygen sensor (O2 sensor), PN 4-072214-00 used in the Puritan Bennett" 840, and PN, G-062010-00, used in Puritan Bennett" 740, and760 ventilator systems. The Operators Manual for PB840 states a nominal life of one year and the Addendum incorrectly states 2 years. · FDA Class II
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Description
Covidien is correcting labeling to clarify the operational life of the oxygen sensor (O2 sensor), PN 4-072214-00 used in the Puritan Bennett" 840, and PN, G-062010-00, used in Puritan Bennett" 740, and760 ventilator systems. The Operators Manual for PB840 states a nominal life of one year and the Addendum incorrectly states 2 years.
Product
Puritan Bennett 840 Series Ventilator PB840 Operators Manual Addendum PN 066009A 09/02 The intended use of the oxygen sensor is to provide the oxygen concentration of the delivered gas at the patient wye (inspiratory-expiratory interface). The oxygen sensor does not control the oxygen level or the flow of gases. The intended use of the devices is as critical care ventilators that provide continuous mechanical ventilation for patients.
Manufacturer(s)
Nellcor Puritan Bennett Inc. (dba Covidien LP)
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov →