CPSC, Longwell Electronics Announce Recall of Power Cord Sets Sold with HP Inkjet Printers
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2002-03-07). Hazards: electric shock. About 2,500,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 02115 |
| Published | 2002-03-07 |
| Last updated | 2025-08-27 |
| Product category | Computer Equipment |
| Products | Power Cord Sets sold with HP Inkjet Printers |
| Firm named in the title | Longwell Electronics |
| Firms | Longwell Electronics, of Brea, Calif. (manufacturer) |
| Units (US) | 2,500,000 |
| Hazard classes | electric shock |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Trade facets | electrical |
| Sold | Department, computer, office and electronic stores including Best Buy, CompUSA, Costco, Office Depot, Office Max, Staples and Wal-Mart stores sold the printers with the Longwell cord sets nationwide, between April 2001 and February 2002, for between $100 and $400. |
Description
The gray, two-wire power cord sets with a LS-7C connector were sold with the following HP printers: HP Deskjet 800 series and 900 series, HP Photosmart 1000 series, 1100 series, 1200 series, and 1300 series inkjet printers. The name "Longwell" is molded on the plug between the blades.
Hazard
The connector can break, exposing electrical contacts and posing a shock hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these printers immediately and contact HP for a free replacement cord.
Incidents and injuries
No injuries or incidents have been reported. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.
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