Leica Footswitch, Type B used in conjunction with Leica Surgical Microscopes - Models M620, M844/820, M525 and M720; There are three cable connection footswitch models : a) MFS11, stock number 10445599, a 6 function footswitch type B with cross pedals; b) MFS12, stock number 10445600, a 12 function footswitch type B with cross pedals, XY-actuator 10717602 and screw 10630134 for dust protection enclosed; c) MFS18, stock number 10448164, a 16 function footswitch type B with cross pedals, XY-actuator 10717602 and screw 10630134 for dust protection enclosed;

The pedals of the Footswitch Type B stick and the Zoom/Focus moves to the end position.

Leica Microsystems sent Medical Device Correction letters dated 3/29/10 to the affected customers via first class mail on the same date, informing them of the potential for injury to the patient's eye if the cross pedal of the footswitch sticks. They were informed that their local Leica Microsystems representative will contact them to arrange for the replacement of the cross pedal. The letters also provided the interim necessary steps required to avoid the risk of patient injury while they are awaiting the cross pedal replacement, i.e. do not use the affected footswitches with a surgical microscope that has a BIOM accessory. The accounts were requested to complete the attached Acknowledgement Form, listing the serial numbers of the units at their facility and fax it back to Leica at 1-847-607-3147. A company contact was provided in the letter for questions.