PEARL pendant used with VitalCall ERICA unit
Published 13 June 2013
Product
PEARL pendant used with VitalCall ERICA unit provided to VitalCall customers between 1 January 2012 and 15 May 2013. The pendant is made of plastic with a push button in its centre and can be attached to a necklace. It is worn in association with the VitalCall ERICA base unit. Identifying features description n/a
Why it was recalled
In some circumstances when certain types of chemicals come into contact with the ERICA unit PEARL pendant it may result in cracks appearing on the pendant, which has the potential to compromise its functionality, including waterproofing. The chemicals may include but are not limited to: perfumes, fatty acids, mosquito repellent, hair conditioners, ammonia spray, and tea tree oil.
Hazard
If the pendant develops cracks, it may compromise its waterproofing and cause it to fail to function in an emergency.
Source: Product Safety Australia. RecallMatch AU provides a screening summary and is independent of the ACCC.