CPSC2009-08-19
Amplifiers Recalled by Krell Industries Recalled Due to Fire Hazard
Krell Industries LLC, of Orange, Conn.
Hazard
The amplifiers were designed to operate at a temperature warm to the touch. However, a component input device can fail and cause the amplifiers to overheat, posing burn and fire hazards to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the amplifiers, and contact Krell to schedule the free installation of replacement fuses.
Sold at
Authorized dealers and distributors of audio equipment nationwide from January 1997 through February 2001 for between $3,000 and $8,000.
Affected count
About 2,300
Injuries reported
Krell has received 50 reports of the amplifiers overheating including reports of smoke and electrical fire. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
United States
Products
Amplifiers
Consumer contact
For additional information contact Krell at (888) 436-6055 between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.krellonline.com. Consumers can also email the firm at service@krellonline.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Amplifiers-Recalled-by-Krell-Industries-Recalled-Due-to-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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