The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0701-2025·Announced 2024-12-25

Augustine HOT DOG Temperature Management Controller Instructions Update

Augustine Temperature Management is issuing an instructions for use update for its HOT DOG warming controllers (Models WC77, WC77D, WC77R) regarding a power-on self-test error code.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: This is a Class II device recall with no reported illnesses, injuries, or hospitalizations. The issue is an instructions for use update regarding a power-on self-test error code, representing a documentation correction or precautionary measure.

Plain-English summary

Augustine Temperature Management, LLC is updating the instructions for use for its HOT DOG patient warming controllers due to a power-on self-test error code issue.

The update pertains to Models WC77, WC77D (Demo), and WC77R (Refurbished), which are temperature management controllers used in conjunction with warming blankets and mattresses. A total of 1,776 units have been distributed in the US and Canada.

The instructions for use update specifically addresses the power-on self-test error code 'EA POST' in the affected models.

The recalled product

Product
Augustine Surgical Inc. HOT DOG PATIENT WARMING, Temperature Management Controller, Multiport, Models: 1) Model # WC77, 2) Model # WC77D (Demo), 3) Model # WC77R (Refurbished); used in conjunction with Warming Blankets and Mattresses.
Manufacturer
Augustine Temperature Management, LLC
Hazard
  • malfunction
  • documentation-issue

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (4)

  • 1) UDI-DI 00850011479025
  • Serial Numbers: 20080060-24060065
  • 2) UDI/DI 00850011479292
  • 3) UDI-DI 00850011479308

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.