Radio Systems Corporation Recalls Power Adapters Sold with PetSafe® Heated Wellness Sleepers Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2010-06-29 · 10283
Hazards
When the metal connector is removed from the bed, it can cause arcing between the coil spring and the connector, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Recall
Number
10283
Date
2010-06-29
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Power Adapters for heated pet beds
Companies
Retailer(s)
Pet specialty stores, catalog and online retailers nationwide from September 2006 through April 2010 for between $70 and $110.
Importer(s)
Radio Systems Corporation of, Knoxville, Tenn.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
This recall involves the Class 2 Transformers that were sold with PetSafe Heated Wellness Sleepers. The power adapters are identified by the markings "PLUG IN CLASS 2 TRANSFORMER," "MODEL NO: K12-800" and have a spring coil covering the length of the electrical wire that goes from the sleeper. Power adapters without spring coils are not affected by this recall.