SR Instruments FG3105 Patient Scales Used on various Joerns Healthcare Patient Lifters. Model# FG3105 Patient Scales. Product Usage: The FG3105 Scale is designed for Joerns Healthcare for use in portable patient weighing systems. The scale is designed to be connected between the patient hoist mechanism and patient sling apparatus. The scale is not intended to be used for patient transport.
FDA Recall Z-1128-2013 · Posted 2013-04-17
Recalling FirmSr Instruments Inc
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeFRW
Date Initiated2012-12-13
Date Terminated2015-03-12
Product Quantity806 patient scales
Reason for Recall
SR Instruments Inc. is implementing a field correction for the Joerns Healthcare Patient Lifts after they received two incident reports regarding two field failures of a tensile type load cell involving the FG3105 Patient Scale. The failures resulted in patient falls.
Firm Action
SR Instruments, Inc. sent a Notification letter dated December 13, 2012 to all affected customers. The letter identified the affected product, problem and actions to be taken. For questions call 716-693-5977.
Root Cause
Use error
Distribution Pattern
USA Nationwide Distribution in the state of Texas.
Official Source
View FDA Recall →Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.