Converters Recalled by Coast Electronics Supply
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2000-04-04). Hazards: electric shock. About 18,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 00090b |
| Published | 2000-04-04 |
| Last updated | 2000-04-04 |
| Product category | Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery |
| Products | AC converters |
| Firm named in the title | Coast Electronics Supply |
| Firms | Coast Electronics Supply, of Cerritos, Calif. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | Taiwan |
| Units (US) | 18,000 |
| Hazard classes | electric shock |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Small electronic stores in California, Colorado, Missouri, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon and Texas sold the product for $25 to $30. |
Description
The recall involves AC converters that are used to convert overseas consumer products that run on 220 volts to American household current at 110 volts and vice-versa. The converter is available in nine different watts varying from 100 watts to 3000 watts. It is labeled in part, "UP/DOWN AC-CONVERTER...220V...110V...TAIWAN."
Hazard
The product presents an electrical shock hazard because the unplugged end of the cord is energized when the other end is plugged in.
Remedy
Stop using the product immediately and return it to the store where purchased, for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
A 4-year-old boy was shocked when he grasped the end of the cord.
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