The Department of Health (DH) today (June 1) drew public attention to a voluntary recall by the Philips Electronics Hong Kong Ltd. of four models of automated external defibrillators (AEDs) which may have voltage detector problems.
The affected models are HeartStart FR2+ M3860A, M3861A, M3840A and M3841A.
Investigation conducted by the manufacturer revealed that the units may contain a component called a voltage detector from lots that have a higher than expected rate of failure, which can cause the AED battery to drain more rapidly than normal or to render the AED unusable.
According to Philips Electronics Hong Kong Ltd, a total of 46 units of the affected models of AEDs have been sold to clinics, medical professional organisations and commercial organisations and the company has alerted its purchasers.
Those who possess the affected models should contact the company by calling its hotline 2876 7578 for advice.
DH has not received any report of adverse incidents arising from this issue and will work closely with the Company to monitor the recall.