CPSCGeneral Alert
Radio Systems Corporation Recalls Power Adapters Sold with PetSafe® Heated Welln...
Published: June 29, 2010Recall ID: 10283Category: generalCountry: US
Reason for 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.
Product Description & Identification
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.
Affected Products
Power Adapters for heated pet beds
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Radio-Systems-Corporation-Recalls-Power-Adapters-Sold-with-PetSafe-Heated-Wellness-Sleepers-Due-to-Fire-Hazard |
| Title | Radio Systems Corporation Recalls Power Adapters Sold with PetSafe® Heated Wellness Sleepers Due to Fire Hazard |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/902fb827c919426a834226d49672111c.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Picture of the pet sleepers |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/5bf9b09ab8ae400dbf620afd945ba8c9.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Recalled power adapter |
| Hazards › Name | 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. |
| Injuries › Name | The firm has received three reports of connectors melting. No injuries or fires have been reported. |
| Products › Name | Power Adapters for heated pet beds |
| Products › Type | Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery |
| Products › Category I D | 1808 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 20,000 |
| Recall I D | 277 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled power adapter and contact the firm to receive a free replacement adapter. |
| Importers › Name | Radio Systems Corporation of, Knoxville, Tenn. |
| Retailers › Name | Pet specialty stores, catalog and online retailers nationwide from September 2006 through April 2010 for between $70 and $110. |
| Recall Date | 2010-06-29T00:00:00 |
| 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. |
| Recall Number | 10283 |
| Consumer Contact | For additional information, contact Radio Systems Corporation at (800) 732-2677 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday and Saturday between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. or visit the firm's website at www.petsafe.net |
| Last Publish Date | 2014-05-23T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | China |