FDA (Devices) recall action 93825
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3M has added the following cautionary statement regarding the use of the product: "Caution - To reduce the risk of burns, which if not avoided may result in minor injury: " Do not use on injured skin. " Do not leave clipper running unused in air without applying to skin for more than 1 minute as blade temperature may exceed 41¿C (105.8¿F). " Do not leave the clipper blade applied to the same location on the patient s skin for longer than 1 second as potential injury may occur; continuous motion of the clipper during use is required. Note: If clipper is left running unused in air for …
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3M is recalling the Specialty Blade Assembly (REF 9660) used with 3M Surgical Clippers worldwide due to burn risk if the blade overheats during operation. Approximately 52.8 million units affected across all lot codes.
3M recalled 764,580 Specialty Blade Assemblies for surgical clippers due to risk of burns from overheating. The blade can reach temperatures exceeding 77°C if left running improperly.