Radio Systems Corporation Recalls Power Adapters Sold with PetSafe® Heated Wellness Sleepers Due to Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2010-06-29). Hazards: fire, burn. Models: K12-800. About 20,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 10283 |
| Published | 2010-06-29 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery |
| Products | Power Adapters for heated pet beds |
| Firm named in the title | Radio Systems Corporation |
| Firms | Radio Systems Corporation of, Knoxville, Tenn. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 20,000 |
| Model numbers | K12-800 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Pet specialty stores, catalog and online retailers nationwide from September 2006 through April 2010 for between $70 and $110. |
Description
This recall involves the Class 2 Transformers that were sold with PetSafe Heated Wellness Sleepers. The power adapters are identified by the markings "PLUG IN CLASS 2 TRANSFORMER," "MODEL NO: K12-800" and have a spring coil covering the length of the electrical wire that goes from the sleeper. Power adapters without spring coils are not affected by this recall.
Hazard
When the metal connector is removed from the bed, it can cause arcing between the coil spring and the connector, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled power adapter and contact the firm to receive a free replacement adapter.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received three reports of connectors melting. No injuries or fires have been reported.
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