Power Inverters with Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupter (GFCI) outlets
Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.
Vector Manufacturing Ltd. is recalling certain power inverters because their GFCI outlets, which are designed to protect users from electrical shock and electrocution, may not function properly. The affected inverters are MAXX Series and Power Force Series models with power ratings of 1000, 1500, or 3000 watts. These units have red, yellow, or black rectangular bodies with white or gray electrical outlets featuring "TEST" and "RESET" buttons. Specific model numbers affected include VEC049GF, VEC049GM, VEC050GF, VEC050GM, VEC051GM, and VEC050G. Power inverters with black electrical outlets are not part of this recall.
According to the recall, consumers who own affected inverters should immediately stop using them and disconnect them from power. They should then contact Vector Manufacturing to arrange a free inspection of their unit. If necessary, Vector Manufacturing will replace the faulty GFCI outlet at no charge. Consumers who participate in the recall program will also receive an extended warranty and an additional free gift upon sending their units in for inspection.
Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.
The GFCIs on the inverters, which are intended to protect consumers against shock and electrocution, could fail to operate correctly.
Consumers should stop using the recalled power inverters immediately, disconnect them, and contact Vector Manufacturing to receive a free inspection. If needed, Vector Manufacturing will replace the GFCI outlet. Consumers participating in the recall program also will receive an extended warranty and an additional free gift, when they send the units in for the free inspection.
Power inverters convert DC voltage to AC voltage to allow the operation of household products using battery power. The recalled power inverters have a red, yellow or black rectangular- shaped body with white or gray electrical outlets on the side, next to the volt and amp meters. The outlets on the recalled inverters have "TEST" and "RESET" buttons. They include the following model numbers and names, located on a label on the top of the power inverters: Model Numbers Model Names VEC049GF MAXX Series 1000 Watt Power Inverter VEC049GM MAXX Series 1000 Watt Power Inverter for Marine applications VEC050GF MAXX Series 1500 Watt Power Inverter VEC050GM MAXX Series 1500 Watt Power Inverter for Marine Applications VEC051GM MAXX Series 3000 Watt Power Inverter for Marine applications VEC049GF Force Series 1000 Watt Power Inverter VEC050G Power Force Series 1500 Watt Power Inverter VEC049G Power Force Series 1000 Watt Power Inverter Power inverters with black electrical outlets are not included in the recall.
Official record: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission ↗
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