# Bench Scale Adapters Recalled by American Weigh Scales Due to Fire Hazard
> **CPSC recall** · 2008-07-15 · 08330 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 08330
- **Date:** 2008-07-15
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

Bench Scale Adapters

## Hazards

The recalled bench scale adapters can smoke, catch fire and melt, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

## Manufacturer(s)

American Weigh Scales, of Charleston, S.C.

## Retailer(s)

Online at www.americanweigh.com, www.gramscales.com, www.kitchenscales.com, and www.postalscales.com and through American Weigh Scales distributors from February 2008 through March 2008 for about $10.

## Country of manufacture

China

## Description

The recalled bench adapters are silver colored. "MINI CHARGER" is printed on the back of the adapter. When plugged in a red light shines through a blue plastic piece on the outer side of the adapter. "AC Adapter" is printed on a white label on the inner side. The adapters are used with bench scale model AMW-13, AMW-1000, AMW-2000, and AMW-500i.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Bench-Scale-Adapters-Recalled-by-American-Weigh-Scales-Due-to-Fire-Hazard)
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