Recall of ConMed Linvatec Surgical Handpieces and Cables (November 2009)

The device company ConMed Linvatec is recalling certain surgical handpieces and cables. The handpieces are battery-powered devices used with drills, blades and other cutting devices during surgical procedures.

This action affects certain model and serial numbers of the Power Pro, Power ProMax, and MPower handpieces. These have a switch problem that can cause them to self-activate without the trigger being pushed, or to continue to run after the trigger is released, or to run in the wrong direction. The company intends to service all the affected devices. In the meantime, if a handpiece behaves erratically, stop using it and contact the company. In addition, avoid contact with the movable parts of the handpiece, and follow the manufacturer's handling instructions.

The recall also pertains to certain lots of the company's Universal cables, model number MC5057, which connect certain Linvatec electric handpieces to the power source. The company says there is a possibility that the cables can cause the electric handpieces to self-activate. The company intends to replace the affected cables. Until then, avoid contact with movable parts when the cables are inserted. For more information, contact ConMed Linvatec at 1-800-535-8536.

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• Surgical Handpieces
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• Power Pro
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