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MalfunctionKDP

AMICO SCOUT SUCTION REGULATOR

Received Jun 22, 2018 · Event occurred Jun 7, 2018

Report MW5078024 · MDR key 7633753

Device

Generic name

Regulator, Vacuum

Model number

SCOUT SRA-PI

Product problems

  • Device Operates Differently Than Expected

Patient

Not reported

  • No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient
  • No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

DISS QUICK CONNECT SYSTEM ON SCOUT MODEL VACUUM REGULATOR FAILED TO PREVENT AN ACCIDENTAL CONNECTION TO AN AMICO O2 GAS OUTLET. MFR STATED THEY FOUND A TOLERANCE ISSUE WITH INDEX PIN ON THE REGULATOR WALL CONNECTOR (CHEMTRONICS STYLE). PROBLEM ONLY OCCURRED WHEN USED WITH AMICO O2 WALL OUTLET.