The problem stems from the lithium battery voltage, which can drop below 2.4 volts and interrupt the device’s operations. The battery malfunction can also erase infusion settings and event history logs.
All lithium batteries older than three years should be replaced, according to the release. For more information, check with the FDA’s MedWatch Safety Information and Adverse Event Reporting Program.
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