CPSC2017-03-23
Power Adapters Sold with LectroFan Sound Machines Recalled by ASTI Due to Shock Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Amazon.com (Recall Alert)
Adaptive Sound Technologies Inc. (ASTI), of Campbell, Calif.
Hazard
The casing on the power adapter can break when plugged into an electrical outlet, exposing its metal prongs, posing an electrical shock hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the LectroFan, disconnect the power adapter and contact the firm to receive a free replacement power adapter. Consumers can continue to use the sound machine with the USB cable supplied with the LectroFan by plugging it into a computer's USB port or into another power adapter. The firm is contacting all purchasers of the recalled product directly.
Sold at
Online at Amazon.com from November 2016 through February 2017 for about $50.
Affected count
About 35,000
Injuries reported
ASTI has received three reports of power adapters breaking or pulling apart, exposing the metal prongs. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Replace
Products
LectroFan Sound Machines
Consumer contact
ASTI toll-free at 866-220-7607 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or online at www.asticorp.com and click on Product Recalls at the bottom of the page for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/Power-Adapters-Sold-with-LectroFan-Sound-Machines-Recalled-by-ASTI-Recall-AlertDon't want to check this manually?
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