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InjuryIRT

SUNBEAM

Received Apr 10, 2025 · Event occurred Mar 4, 2025

Report 3007790958-2025-00017 · MDR key 21814623

Device

Generic name

Heating Pad

Model number

UNK

Product problems

  • Labelling, Instructions for Use or Training Problem
  • Labelling, Instructions for Use or Training Problem

Patient

NA · Female

  • Burn(s)
  • Burn(s)

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

AN CLAIMS MANAGEMENT SERVICES OFFICE IS FILING A LETTER NOTICE UNDER CASE REFERENCE NUMBER (B)(4) ALLEGING THAT A HEATING PAD WAS THE CAUSE OF A BURN TO ITS CLIENT'S BODY. THERE WAS NOT A REPORT OF PROPERTY DAMAGE(S) WITH THIS INCIDENT.

Additional Manufacturer Narrative

THERE IS AN INSTRUCTION THAT STATES, "BURNS CAN OCCUR REGARDLESS OF CONTROL SETTING, CHECK SKIN UNDER PAD FREQUENTLY" AND CONSUMER FAILED TO PERFORM THAT INSTRUCTION.