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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

TherMax Blood Warmer Unit

Reported: November 6, 2019 Initiated: September 19, 2019 #Z-0247-2020

Product Description

TherMax Blood Warmer Unit

Reason for Recall

TherMax Blood Warmers may not be in compliance with an electrical safety standard, which requires a protective earth connection that can sustain a current of 25 amps for 10 seconds.

Details

Units Affected
504 units total
Distribution
Nationwide distribution to Georgia and Maryland. International distribution to Belgium, Germany, Finland, France, Greece, Italy, Luxemburg, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand
Location
Deerfield, IL

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
TherMax Blood Warmer Unit. Recalled by Baxter Healthcare Corporation. Units affected: 504 units total.
Why was this product recalled?
TherMax Blood Warmers may not be in compliance with an electrical safety standard, which requires a protective earth connection that can sustain a current of 25 amps for 10 seconds.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on November 6, 2019. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0247-2020.