Product Recall Number: 99-120a
Why was Memo Six-Outlet Power Strip recalled?
The quality of the internal components is inadequate, and the cord could separate from the power strip. Use of this power strip could result in a fire or shock incident.
Product Recall Number: 99-120a
Product Safety Warning Number:
Date: 1999-06-06
Product Safety Warning Date:
Name Of Product: Memo Six-Outlet Power Strip
Description: PRODUCT: Memo Six-Outlet Power Strip - Eskay Imports, of Chicago, IL., is recalling about 900 units of the Memo six-outlet power strip. The power strip is packaged in a white box with a blue stripe. While the power strip bears no labeling, the box is labeled in part, "Memo 6-OUTLET POWER STRIP," and "Designed in Taiwan." The power cord is labeled, "TR PLASTIC." Independent retail stores in the Chicago area sold these power strips from July 1997 through September 1998 for about $3. PROBLEM: The quality of the internal components is inadequate, and the cord could separate from the power strip. Use of this power strip could result in a fire or shock incident. INCIDENTS/INJURIES: None reported. WHAT TO DO: Consumers should immediately stop using this power strip and return it to the store where purchased for a refund. For more information, consumers should call Eskay Imports, collect, at (773) 558-9592 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CDT Monday through Friday.
Hazard Description: The quality of the internal components is inadequate, and the cord could separate from the power strip. Use of this power strip could result in a fire or shock incident.
Consumer Action: None Listed
Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed
Remedy Type: Refund
Units: About 900
Incidents: None reported.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using this power strip and return it to the store where purchased for a refund.
Sold At: Independent retail stores in the Chicago area sold these power strips from July 1997 through September 1998 for about $3.
Importers: None Listed
Manufacturers: None Listed
Distributors: None Listed
Manufactured In: Taiwan
Custom Label: None Listed
Custom Field: None Listed