CPSC2005-02-09
CPSC, Vernier Software & Technology Announce Recall of Go!™ Temp Temperature Sensors
Vernier Software & Technology, of Beaverton, Ore.
Hazard
When connected to a computer, a static discharge to the sensor can cause the sensor to draw too much current from the computer, causing the sensor to get hot. The sensor can get hot enough to cause a burn to the skin or damage objects in contact with it.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the Vernier Go!™ Temp included in this recall immediately and contact Vernier Software & Technology for a free replacement.
Sold at
Vernier Software & Technology and its resellers through their catalogs and Web sites, from February 6, 2004 through December 3, 2004, for about $39.
Affected count
About 4,300
Injuries reported
Vernier reported one incident in which a teacher suffered burns to her palm.
Manufactured in
United States
Products
Vernier's Go!™ Temp Temperature Sensors
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Vernier Software & Technology at (888) 837-6437 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. PT Monday through Friday and on the firm's Web site at www.vernier.com/recall
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2005/CPSC-Vernier-Software-Technology-Announce-Recall-of-Go-Temp-Temperature-SensorsDon't want to check this manually?
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