100/120V AC, Advanced Perfusion System Platform (APS) The Terumo Advanced Perfusion System 1 is indicated for use for up to 6 hours on the extracorporeal circulation of blood for arterial perfusion, regional perfusion, and cardiopulmonary bypass procedures, when used by a qualified medical professional who is experienced in the operation of this or similar equipment.
Hazard
Terumo CVS is implementing field correction activities to address the identified causes of the Terumo System 1 experiencing loss of system power. These activities will be implemented in a phased approach beginning late 2015: - Implementing design changes and upgrades to improve the reliability of power switching and battery backup. - Adding a switch protector to the On/Off power switch to preven
What You Should Do
On 5/1/2015 Terumo issued an URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE CORRECTION letter to users explaining that Terumo has identified causes of the Terumo System 1 experiencing loss of system power. These activities will be implemented in a phased approach beginning late 2015: - Implementing design changes and upgrades to improve the reliability of power switching and battery backup. - Adding a switch protector to the On/Off power switch to prevent inadvertent shut off. - Replacing the On/Off power switch with a new design to prevent switch failure. A Terumo Field Service Representative will contact users to schedule the field correction activities once the activities are ready to be implemented. CUSTOMER INSTRUCTIONS: Review this Medical Device Correction and assure that all users have received notice of this issue. - Complete and return the enclosed Customer Response Form. - Terumo CVS will contact users to schedule the field correction activities. We encourage you to contact us with any questions or concerns: Terumo CVS Customer Service 1-800-521-2818 Fax 1-734-741-6149 Customer Service Hours: Monday Friday, 8 a.m. 6 p.m. ET
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Products
- Brand
- Terumo Cardiovascular Systems Corporation
- UPC
- Catalog number: 801763 and All serial number units
Units Affected
1713 units total