ARIATELE TELEMETRY TRANSMITTER, Model 96281, with SpO2 Option C. Physiological patient monitor. Used in a hospital environment.

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Serial numbers: 6281-002500, 6281-002501, 6281-002659, 6281-002661, 6281-002662, 6281-002663, 6281-002664, and 6281-003056. Model 96281, with SpO2 Option C.
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
Spacelabs Healthcare Inc
Reason for Recall:
The transmitter display and the Telemetry Central Station display may show a SpO2 value when the sensor is not connected to the patient or in certain sensor failed conditions. This is an expansion of recall Z-0871-2014 because additional serial numbers were identified as being part of this recall action as part of the firm's retrospective analysis of all recalls since 2011.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

ARIATELE TELEMETRY TRANSMITTER, Model 96281, with SpO2 Option C. Physiological patient monitor. Used in a hospital environment.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Serial numbers: 6281-002500, 6281-002501, 6281-002659, 6281-002661, 6281-002662, 6281-002663, 6281-002664, and 6281-003056. Model 96281, with SpO2 Option C.

Distribution:

Distributed in: US, TX

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-2586-2014

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