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MalfunctionIQZ

MYOENERGY INTEGRAL

Received Apr 15, 2016 · Event occurred Mar 21, 2016

Report 9615892-2016-00006 · MDR key 5580346

Device

Generic name

Battery Pack

Model number

757B35=0

Lot number

0012 2016 02

Product problems

  • Fire
  • Battery Problem
  • Fire
  • Battery Problem

Patient

Not reported

  • No Consequences Or Impact To Patient
  • No Consequences Or Impact To Patient

Narrative

Additional Manufacturer Narrative

THE CAUSE OF THE MALFUNCTION IS A DEFECTIVE ELECTRONIC COMPONENT OF THE BATTERY CHARGER.

Description of Event or Problem

THE MYO ENERGY INTEGRAL BATTERY WAS CONNECTED TO THE CHARGER BY THE CPO PRIOR TO THE FITTING OF AN EXTERNAL UPPER LIMB PROSTHESIS. AFTER ABOUT TWO (2) HOURS OF CHARGING THE BATTERY INFLAMED. THE FIRE WAS DISCOVERED IMMEDIATELY BY AN EMPLOYEE AROUND AND COULD BE EXTINGUISHED. NO CONSEQUENCES OR IMPACT TO PATIENT OR OTHER PERSONS.