AUSTRALIAN RECALL ROUND-UP

10–16 June 2013.

6 product recalls were published during this week. Review the summaries below, then follow the official source before taking action.

Home electrical appliances

PEARL pendant used with VitalCall ERICA unit

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.

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Power supply and storage

Plug-in power adaptor for VitalCall MK9 unit

When force is applied to the plug-in power adaptor, or when the adaptor is removed/attempted to be removed from the power socket, surface cracks or breaks may appear on the base of the power adaptor, or the plug face plate may separate from the adaptor. This has the potential to expose live electrical wires.

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Home electrical appliances

Disco Light

The disco light has inadequate insulation and may pose an electrical safety risk when in use and when replacing the light globe.

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