Western/Scott Fetzer recalls DTE Digital VIPR head-only model MNDR-600 due to battery rupture risk causing plastic shroud to break and emit fumes. Units sold May 2020-August 2021 affected.
VIPR (Valve Integrated Pressure Regulator) - battery rupture, causing the plastic VIPR shroud to break apart with emission of fumes and smoke
Western/Scott Fetzer is recalling DTE Digital VIPR head-only model MNDR-600 because battery rupture can cause the plastic shroud to break apart and release fumes and smoke. This hazard could lead to serious injury if the device is used improperly.
The battery in the VIPR (Valve Integrated Pressure Regulator) can rupture, causing the plastic shroud to break apart and emit fumes and smoke. This could lead to serious injury if the device is used in conditions that increase the risk of battery rupture, such as high temperatures or physical impact.
Users of the Western Oxytote DTE Digital VIPR head-only model MNDR-600, particularly those who use the device in environments where it might be exposed to high temperatures or physical impact.
Check for the model number MNDR-600 on the device. Units distributed from May 29, 2020, to August 31, 2021 are affected. Units with a green and silver control knob sticker (green logo on silver background) are outside the recall scope.
Look for the model number MNDR-600 on the device to confirm if it is affected.
Contact Western/Scott Fetzer directly for further assistance if you have the affected model.
The product is not safe to use as it has a risk of battery rupture causing the plastic shroud to break apart and emit fumes and smoke. Affected units should be checked for the model number and contacted for remedy.
Check for the model number MNDR-600 and contact Western/Scott Fetzer for further assistance. Units with a green and silver control knob sticker are outside the recall scope.
Units were distributed from May 29, 2020, to August 31, 2021.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Western/Scott Fetzer to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0268-2022 — Western/Scott Fetzer Western/Scott Fetzer Hello, I own a Western/Scott Fetzer that is covered by recall Z-0268-2022 from Western/Scott Fetzer. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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