Amplifiers Recalled by Krell Industries Recalled Due to Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2009-08-19). Hazards: fire, burn. Models: KAV-250a, KAV-250a/3, KAV-500i, KAV-1500. About 2,300 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 09312 |
| Published | 2009-08-19 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Amplifiers |
| Products | Amplifiers |
| Firm named in the title | Krell Industries Recalled |
| Firms | Krell Industries LLC, of Orange, Conn. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 2,300 |
| Model numbers | KAV-250a, KAV-250a/3, KAV-500i, KAV-1500 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Authorized dealers and distributors of audio equipment nationwide from January 1997 through February 2001 for between $3,000 and $8,000. |
Description
This recall involves Krell power amplifiers with model numbers KAV-250a, KAV-250a/3, KAV-500i and KAV-1500. The amplifiers are used to provide power to a loudspeaker in a home audio playback system. The Krell logo is printed on the front of the amplifier.
Hazard
The amplifiers were designed to operate at a temperature warm to the touch. However, a component input device can fail and cause the amplifiers to overheat, posing burn and fire hazards to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the amplifiers, and contact Krell to schedule the free installation of replacement fuses.
Incidents and injuries
Krell has received 50 reports of the amplifiers overheating including reports of smoke and electrical fire. No injuries have been reported.
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