FDA says a problem with the machines may prevent needed shock to patient . The company is working on an improved version of its device that will be able to deliver more powerful shocks and better control over how much current flows through it, according to the FDA. In 2012 , Philips recalled about 700,000 of the devices , saying a problem with an internal electrical component problem could falsely indicate the AED was ready to use , according to the FDA . Keep the AED until you get a replacement , FDA says .
FDA says a problem with the machines may prevent needed shock to patient . The company is working on an improved version of its device that will be able to deliver more powerful shocks and better control over how much current flows through it, according to the FDA. Keep the AED until you get a replacement , FDA says .