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Z-1460-2012

ELITE CARE CLINER 6940(STD)/6950(X-LG) w/ Swing Arm products are labeled in part: "****ELITE CARE CLINER...

Champion Mfg, Inc. / initiated 2012-02-06 / Terminated / root cause: design

Winco Mfg., LLC began a recall of ELITE CARE CLINER 6940(STD)/6950(X-LG) w/ Swing Arm products are labeled in part: "****ELITE CARE CLINER 6940/6950***Winco***ISO 9001-2008... on . The reason FDA records is "Winco Manufacturing LLC is recalling the Care Cliner, XL Care Cliner, Drop Arm Care Cliner, Elite Care Cliner, and XL Elite Care Cliner chairs with nylon casters distributed between 04/01/2009 and 08/31/2009. Certain 5"...". As of , the recall status on record is Terminated, and MDM tags the root cause as design.

Recall record

Recall number
Z-1460-2012
Status
Terminated
Initiated
Posted
Terminated
Recalling firm
Champion Mfg, Inc.
Product
ELITE CARE CLINER 6940(STD)/6950(X-LG) w/ Swing Arm products are labeled in part: "****ELITE CARE CLINER 6940/6950***Winco***ISO 9001-2008 Certified***Hassle-free design to optimize your patients comfort***This Elite Care Cliner features dual swing-arms, allowing patients with limited mobility a modified entry. Also, LiquiCell has been added into the seat for extra comfort. This ultra-thin, liquid-filled interface aids in improved blood flow, and helps prevent skin breakdown.***HEAT MASSAGE(Optional)***KEY FEATURES***Dual side swing-arms for modified entry and ease of cleaning***Dual fold down tables***LiquiCell for added comfort***5" nylon total-lock casters***Built-in headrest***Headrest cover***1.800.237.3377***5516 SW 1st Lane***Ocala, Florida 334474***www.wincomfg.com***". Sticker with serial number is labeled in part: "***Manufactured By***Winco***Ocala, FL 34474***www.wincomfg.com*** Model No. ***Serial No.***" The Care Cliner is a multi position recliner with a steel frame used primarily in clinics, hospitals and treatment centers for recovery, dialysis, oncology, examination, infusion.
Product code
INM Chair, With Casters
Reason for recall
Winco Manufacturing LLC is recalling the Care Cliner, XL Care Cliner, Drop Arm Care Cliner, Elite Care Cliner, and XL Elite Care Cliner chairs with nylon casters distributed between 04/01/2009 and 08/31/2009. Certain 5" nylon casters shipped with the chairs may be defective. There is a potential of the caster's axle working itself out of the assembly under unconventional conditions. Should this
Root cause tag
design
FDA root cause
Device Design
Action
Winco Mfg. sent an "URGENT DEVICE RECALL" letter dated February 1, 2012 to all affected customers. The letter identifies the product, problem, and actions to be taken by the customers. Customers were asked to complete the Caster Recall Replacement Form and return it to the firm's Customer Service Department via fax to 352-854-9544. Contact the Customer Service Department at 800 237-3377 for questions regarding this notice.
Quantity in commerce
2,032 Casters (574 Chairs)
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution-USA (nationwide) and the countries of Canada and Singapore.
Product codes and lots
Model 6940, 6950.