GE Giraffe Warmer, Model/Catalog Number M1118179-01090979. Infant radiant warmers provide infrared heat in a controlled
Summary
The FDA issued a Class II for GE Giraffe Warmer, Model/Catalog Number M1118179-01090979. Infant radiant warmer by Wipro GE Healthcare Private Ltd.. Reason: GE HealthCare has become aware that complete electrical safety testing was not conducted during manufacturing of certain Giraffe and Panda iRes Warmer.
Details
Source
Device Recall
External ID
Z-3080-2024
Action Date
2024-10-02
Status
Ongoing
Category
device
Product Description
GE Giraffe Warmer, Model/Catalog Number M1118179-01090979. Infant radiant warmers provide infrared heat in a controlled manner to neonates who are unable to thermo-regulate based on their own physiology. Infant radiant warmers may be used to facilitate the neonate's transition to the external environment or to provide a controlled open environment.
Lot/Code Info: Serial Number GBW24230381SA
Quantity Affected: 1
Reason for Recall
GE HealthCare has become aware that complete electrical safety testing was not conducted during manufacturing of certain Giraffe and Panda iRes Warmers. There are multiple electrical safety protections included in the product design. However, because the electrical safety testing in manufacturing was incomplete for these devices, there is the potential for leakage current to exceed IEC 60601 limits.
Distribution
US and Australia, Denmark, France, Germany, Ireland, ITALY, New Zealand, Poland, Portugal, Slovenia, Spain, SWITZERLAND, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom.
Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated
Recall Initiated: 2024-08-09
Company
Bengaluru
Context & Analysis
This is a Class II recall. Class II recalls indicate that use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or that the probability of serious consequences is remote.
This was one of 244 device recalls issued in the same week, part of 403 device-related FDA actions this month.
Wipro GE Healthcare Private Ltd. has 10 FDA actions in our database, including 10 recalls.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Class II recall?
A Class II recall means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the probability of serious adverse consequences is remote. Consumers should discontinue use.
What should I do if I have this product?
Stop using the product. Check the product against the specific lot numbers or identifiers listed in the recall. Contact the manufacturer (Wipro GE Healthcare Private Ltd.) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.
How often does Wipro GE Healthcare Private Ltd. have FDA actions?
Wipro GE Healthcare Private Ltd. has 10 FDA actions in our database, including 10 recalls and 0 device clearances.
Where can I find the official FDA record?
The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-3080-2024" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.
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