Desktop Computers Recalled By Acer America Corp. Due to Overheating, Burn Hazard

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2009-03-19). Hazards: burn. Models: ASG7200, ASG7700. About 215 units in the US.

Agency	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Recall number	`09731`
Published	2009-03-19
Last updated	2014-05-23
Product category	Computer Equipment
Products	Acer Predator Desktop Computers
Firms	Acer America Corp., of San Jose, Calif. (importer)
Manufactured in	China
Units (US)	215
Model numbers	`ASG7200`, `ASG7700`
Hazard classes	burn
Remedy classes	repair, stop use
Sold	Computer and electronic stores nationwide from May 2008 through December 2008 for between $2,000 and $6,000.

Description

This recall involves Acer Predator desktop computers. The high-end gaming machines have model numbers ASG7200 and ASG7700. Model numbers are printed on the bottom right corner of the panel on the right side of the system.

Hazard

The insulation on the computer's internal wiring can become bent or stripped, causing the wires to overheat while the product is in use. This poses a burn hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled computers and contact Acer to schedule a free repair.

Incidents and injuries

Acer has received two reports of computers short circuiting, resulting in melted internal components and external casing. Neither incident occurred in the U.S. No injuries have been reported.

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