FDA recall record

Optimedica Catalys Precision Laser System (United States) - Catalys-U: Catalys Precision recall — FDA Z-0649-2014

Potential for unexpected heating of the transformer mounting bolt located within the system chassis and the subsequent melting of a non-slip computer…

Class IIclassification
Z-0649-2014official record ID
Jan 15, 2014report date

Recall record at a glance

Official recordZ-0649-2014
CategoryMedical Device Recalls
ClassificationClass II
FDA record statusTerminated
Recalling firmOptimedica Corporation
Report dateJan 15, 2014
Recall initiation dateDec 20, 2013
Quantity78 (39 in US, 39 internationally)
LocationSunnyvale, CA, United States

Official product description

Catalys Precision Laser System (United States) - Catalys-U: Catalys Precision Laser System (International) - Catalys I 200-240V ~, 50/60 Hz, 15A, (2) 15A Resettable CB: Tested and complies with FCC Part 15 Class A. OptiMedica 1310 Moffett Park Drive Sunnyvale, CA 94089 The OptiMedica Catalys Precision Laser System is indicated for use in patients undergoing cataract surgery for removal of the crystalline lens.

Why the product was recalled

Potential for unexpected heating of the transformer mounting bolt located within the system chassis and the subsequent melting of a non-slip computer shelf mat, which may manifest an odor and visible smoke.

Distribution information

Worldwide Distribution: US (nationwide) including states of: TX, NC, OH, IA, UT, KY, ME, CA, NY, MA. NJ, IL, PA,, TN, FL, MO, GA, HI, SC, NE, MI, and GA and countries of: Dominican Republic, Germany, Switzerland, Australia, Spain, Japan, United Kingdom, Canada, France, The Netherlands, Austria, and Singapore.

How to read the classification

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Additional record details

Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.

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