Converters Recalled by Coast Electronics Supply
Recalled April 4, 2000 · CPSC recall 00090b · Converters
Hazard
The product presents an electrical shock hazard because the unplugged end of the cord is energized when the other end is plugged in.
Remedy
Stop using the product immediately and return it to the store where purchased, for a full refund.
Units
About 18,000
Incidents / injuries
A 4-year-old boy was shocked when he grasped the end of the cord.
Description
The recall involves AC converters that are used to convert overseas consumer products that run on 220 volts to American household current at 110 volts and vice-versa. The converter is available in nine different watts varying from 100 watts to 3000 watts. It is labeled in part, "UP/DOWN AC-CONVERTER...220V...110V...TAIWAN."
What to do
Stop using the product immediately and return it to the store where purchased, for a full refund.
Contact
For more information, contact Coast Electronics Supply at (800) 262-7818 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday
Product
AC converters
Imported by
Coast Electronics Supply, of Cerritos, Calif.
Retailers
Small electronic stores in California, Colorado, Missouri, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon and Texas sold the product for $25 to $30.
Made in
Taiwan
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →