Penner Patient Stretcher/Transfer Lift System Recalled for Tipping Hazard

Plain-English summary

Penner Mfg Inc is recalling 158 units of the Penner Patient Stretcher/Transfer Lift System, Models 391000-1 and 392000-1. These devices are used in nursing homes, hospitals, and assisted living facilities to transfer or lift patients under the supervision of trained staff. The recall covers units distributed nationwide in the United States and internationally to Canada.

The recall was initiated because if a patient sits on either wing of the Stretcher Lift rather than squarely on the center section, the device could tip, resulting in injury to the operator or the patient. The device manual has been updated with an additional warning statement to address this hazard.

Facilities using these devices should check their serial numbers against the list provided by the manufacturer to determine if their units are affected. Affected units should be removed from service until the updated manual is received and implemented.

The recalled product

Product

Penner Patient Stretcher/Transfer Lift System Models 391000-1 and 392000-1 The Pacific Stretcher/Transfer Lift is used with Whirlpool or Aqua-Aire (air bubbling) bathing system intended for use in nursing homes, hospitals, and assisted living facilities to transfer and/or lift

Manufacturer

Penner Mfg Inc

Category

Medical Device — Patient Transfer Equipment

Hazard

• tipping
• injury

Affected units

158

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Distribution

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