CPSCJanuary 14, 2003consumer
CPSC, American Power Conversion Corp. Announce Recall of Back-Up Power Supply Systems
Official recall recorded by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
The hazard
The power supply device can fail, causing the unit to overheat, which may pose a fire hazard to consumers.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the power supply devices by turning off the power to all connected equipment, turning the Back-UPS CS off, and then unplugging it from the electrical outlet. To obtain a free replacement unit, consumers should contact the company.
Brands named
american power conversion corporation apcbackback upscpsccpsc american
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