Bench Scale Adapters Recalled by American Weigh Scales Due to Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2008-07-15). Hazards: fire. Models: AMW-13, AMW-1000, AMW-2000, AMW-500i. About 1,300 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08330 |
| Published | 2008-07-15 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery |
| Products | Bench Scale Adapters |
| Firm named in the title | American Weigh Scales |
| Firms | American Weigh Scales, of Charleston, S.C. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 1,300 |
| Model numbers | AMW-13, AMW-1000, AMW-2000, AMW-500i |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | refund, replace, stop use |
| Sold | Online at www.americanweigh.com, www.gramscales.com, www.kitchenscales.com, and www.postalscales.com and through American Weigh Scales distributors from February 2008 through March 2008 for about $10. |
Description
The recalled bench adapters are silver colored. "MINI CHARGER" is printed on the back of the adapter. When plugged in a red light shines through a blue plastic piece on the outer side of the adapter. "AC Adapter" is printed on a white label on the inner side. The adapters are used with bench scale model AMW-13, AMW-1000, AMW-2000, and AMW-500i.
Hazard
The recalled bench scale adapters can smoke, catch fire and melt, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the adapters and return them to American Weigh Scales for a credit towards the purchase of another product, or to receive a replacement adapter. Replacement adapters will be black in color. American Weigh Scales will reimburse consumers for shipping and handling charges on returns.
Incidents and injuries
American Weigh Scales has three reports of incidents involving the adapters smoking after plugged in. No injuries have been reported.
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