Product Recall Number: 04-573
Why was Rackmount Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) recalled?
The UPS outputs were wired incorrectly, creating a reverse polarity configuration and a potential electrical shock hazard to consumers.
Product Recall Number: 04-573
Product Safety Warning Number:
Date: 2004-08-16
Product Safety Warning Date:
Name Of Product: Rackmount Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)
Description: In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Belkin Corp., of Compton, Calif. is voluntarily recalling about 1,200 Rackmount uninterruptible power supplies. The UPS outputs were wired incorrectly creating a reverse polarity configuration and a potential electrical shock hazard to consumers.Name of product: Rackmount Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)Units: About 1,200 unitsManufacturer/Importer: Belkin Corp., of Compton, Calif.Hazard: The UPS outputs were wired incorrectly, creating a reverse polarity configuration and a potential electrical shock hazard to consumers.INCIDENTS/INJURIES: None reported.Description: The recalled Belkin OmniGuard Rackmount UPS units are used to provide voltage regulation, surge suppression, and back-up power for electronic equipment. The Belkin OmniGuard Rackmount UPS units are black with a silver/grey panel on the front. Recalled units are the OmniGuard 1100 (Model no. F6C110-RKM-2U), OmniGuard 1500 (Model no. F6C150- RKM-2U), OmniGuard 2300 (Model no. F6C230-RKM-2U), and OmniGuard 3200 (Model no. F6C320-RKM-3U). The model number and model type can be found on a label on the rear of the unit.Sold at: Electronics distributors and retailers from September 2003 through June 2004 for between $560 and $1,360.Manufactured In: ChinaRemedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the unit and contact Belkin Corp., for a free replacement unit.Consumer Contact: Call Belkin Customer Service Center toll-free at (800) 223-5546 ext. 2064 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday to arrange for a free replacement. Consumers can also log on to the company's website at www.belkin.com for additional shipping information.
Hazard Description: The UPS outputs were wired incorrectly, creating a reverse polarity configuration and a potential electrical shock hazard to consumers.
Consumer Action: None Listed
Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed
Remedy Type: Replace
Units: About 1,200
Incidents: None reported.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the unit and contact Belkin Corp., for a free replacement unit.
Sold At: Electronics distributors and retailers from September 2003 through June 2004 for between $560 and $1,360.
Importers: Belkin Corp., of Compton, Calif.
Manufacturers: Belkin Corp., of Compton, Calif.
Distributors: None Listed
Manufactured In: China
Custom Label: None Listed
Custom Field: None Listed