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U.S. Consumer Product Safety CommissionRecalled 2001-11-13

CPSC, Computer Distributors Announce Recall of Batteries for Notebook Computers

Is my product affected?

Batteries for Notebook Computers

Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.

What happened

Rechargeable batteries used in several notebook computer brands can overheat, smoke, and possibly catch fire when recharging. The recalled batteries were sold individually and with computers from manufacturers including ARM, ChemUSA, HyperData, Jetta, MPC, PC-Club, Sceptre, Systemax, and TTX. The batteries have "RECHARGEABLE BATTERY" printed on top and can be identified by a label on the side showing "00" as the first set of numbers, either "99" or a number less than 52 as the second set, a "P" at the end of the first line, and "MADE IN JAPAN."

Consumers who own these batteries should stop using them immediately and call (877) 475-3425 to order a free replacement battery.

Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.

Hazard

These batteries can overcharge during re-charging, causing them to overheat, smoke and possibly catch fire.

What should I do?

Consumers should stop using these rechargeable batteries immediately and call (877) 475-3425 to order a free replacement battery.

Details from the source

The recalled batteries were sold individually and with notebook computers under the following brand names and model numbers: Brand Model Numbers ARM TS30W2 and N38W2 ChemUSA ChemBook 3015E HyperData MediaGo 2320 Jetta Jetbook 9120 MPC MPC Nomand 1500 PC-Club ENP-325W2 Sceptre Soundx 6600 and 6900 Systemax SW-14, SW-15 and Ultra TTX 9200 "RECHARGEABLE BATTERY" is printed on the top of the batteries. A label on the side of the recalled battery contains two sets of numbers. The first set must be "00." The second set must be either "99" or a number less than 52. Also, the letter "P" must be printed at the end of the first line on the label. "MADE IN JAPAN" also is written on the label.

Source

Official record: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission ↗

Republished from the official source above; details can change — the source record controls.

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