A recall notice for Ellipse Heavy Duty Bariatric Rollator supplied by Peak Care Equipment Pty Ltd as the thread sleeve that the backrest knob screws into can become loose if over tightened, this could cause the backrest to come off.
Peak Care Equipment Pty Ltd - Ellipse Heavy Duty Bariatric Rollator
PRA No.
2019/17931
Date published
5 Nov 2019
Product description
Ellipse Heavy Duty Bariatric Rollator
A four-wheeled walker to assist people with mobility restrictions
Batch Numbers: 201711601 – 2017110797 and 2018113001 - 2018113100
ARTG 276246
(Peak Care Equipment Pty Ltd - Walking aid, two arms, frame, wheeled)
Identifying features
Other
9346376000765
What are the defects?
The thread sleeve that the backrest knob screws into can become loose if over tightened, this could cause the backrest to come off.
What are the hazards?
If the backrest comes off while someone is sitting on the Rollator they could fall backwards, resulting in an injury.
What should consumers do?
Stop using the product immediately. Contact your supplier of the Ellipse Heavy Duty Bariatric Rollator to arrange for replacement of the backrest.
For more information, contact Peak Care Equipment Pty Ltd on 02 4272 2688.
Supplier
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Dates available for sale
- 1 October 2018 - 24 October 2019
Responsible regulator
Therapeutic Goods Administration is the responsible regulator for this recall.
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